Cloud print management, secure printing and simpler IT operations.

Print servers have quietly become another piece of infrastructure that IT teams need to maintain, patch, secure and troubleshoot. For businesses moving towards Microsoft 365, cloud-first working and Zero Trust, traditional print infrastructure can feel increasingly outdated.

Cloud print management platforms such as uniFLOW Online offer a cleaner approach. They help organisations reduce print server dependency, secure documents at the device and give users a consistent way to print from the office, home or mobile devices.

What customers actually want from print in 2026

• Less infrastructure to manage.
• Secure printing for confidential documents.
• Support for hybrid and mobile users.
• Clear reporting on usage and cost.
• Integration with Microsoft 365 and cloud storage.
• A managed service partner who can support the full environment.

Security matters more than ever

With secure print release, documents are only printed when the user authenticates at the device. This reduces the risk of sensitive paperwork being left on the printer and gives businesses better control over document workflows.

Cloud scanning is part of the story

Modern print platforms are not just about printing. uniFLOW Online can support scan workflows into destinations such as email, Microsoft OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams, helping users digitise documents faster and with less manual filing.

Why Alternative

Alternative can help review your current print estate, identify where print servers can be removed, configure secure print policies and manage the service going forward. For customers already using us for IT or managed print, this creates a more joined-up service with fewer moving parts.

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