3 Things to Keep in Mind When Selecting a Universal Print Driver

Today’s workforce is more mobile than ever. And, it seems that every day a new device is created to support this mobility. This means the need for employees to conduct business on the road as if they were in an office is as important as ever to the growth of a firm. A universal print driver is one piece of technology that allows this.

Following are three key elements to keep in mind when selecting one for your firm.

Security: This is always a concern with any new technology and universal printer driver are no exception. Ensure that the one you select does not bypass any security measures you may already have set up that could compromise data. For example, you may want to select one that has print submission accounting. This way, your firm can have a record of who printed what – and when.

Compatibility: You want to select a universal print driver that is compatible with all devices within your network for a couple of reasons, ie:

(i) Saves on IT Costs: The more compatible it is, the easier it is to install – and maintain, which is what can really drive up IT costs. Troubleshooting takes up valuable time and resources, not to mention the lost productivity time for other departments and employees, which leads us to the next point.

(ii) Employee Productivity: Imagine a presentation being held up because it can’t be printed or copied? Or an employee who’s on the road trying to send a proposal by a prospect in and not being able to get it through? This not only cuts the employee’s productivity, it can hurt your company’s image.

Real-Time Stats: Universal print drivers with this feature allow users to select a device that is ready to go, so to speak. This way, they don’t waste time waiting for something to be printed or thinking that it has been printed/copied, only to find out later that it’s only “in the queue.”

Of course, there are many more factors to consider when selecting a universal print driver. If you’re unfamiliar with this technology, however, the factors listed here should be near the top of your consideration list.


Printing problems can be a businesses worst nightmare. Problems can cause printer lagging, create waste and cause frustration. A universal print driver is an alternative solution to remove network print problems from most businesses.