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In addition, 62% believed that errors were more likely when editing an electronic document as opposed to a printout. Overall, an overwhelming majority (83%) felt a 'paperless office is unrealistic'.

In the UK, the printed page remains a crucial feature of office life, with 86% claiming that a ban on printing would "limit their productivity". Rob Clark, Senior Vice President of Epson Europe, states "it is clear from our research that - despite digital advances - people still like to work with paper, preferring print rather than working on-screen for certain tasks. The reality is organisations need printing, not only to help employees work more effectively but reap wider productivity."

Whilst paper remains important, the research demonstrates how inefficient printing systems are limiting productivity. European office workers spend nearly 19 hours every year walking to and from their printer, marching over 110 kilometres in the process.

To increase employee productivity and efficiency, Clark recommends a distributed printer fleet, with units being placed closer to end users or workgroups. "A distributed printer fleet brings multiple advantages to businesses, reducing the average of 5 minutes spent walking to centralised printers every day", Clark suggests. He adds that "a distributed printer fleet minimises the impact of printer downtime, eases the pressure on corporate networks and reduces delays through local control of print jobs and queues."
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