Windows Protected Print: What Businesses Should Know for 2025-2026
Microsoft is introducing a major change to how printing works in Windows. It’s called Windows Protected Print (WPP) — part of a larger effort to make printing more secure, more reliable, and easier to manage.
🔒 Why Microsoft Is Making the Change
In recent years, Microsoft discovered that many Windows security issues were tied to old printer drivers. To fix this, they’re moving toward a driver-free model that connects printers directly and safely, reducing complexity for IT teams and organizations.
🖨 What’s Changing
- WPP replaces traditional printer drivers with built-in, secure printing tools.
- Advanced features like stapling or duplex printing will come from new, manufacturer-specific Print Support Apps (PSAs) instead of old driver packages.
- Major brands such as Canon and Kyocera already have PSAs ready, making this transition easier for most RYAN customers.
If you are considering upgrading your print technology, the Canon and Kyocera experts at RYAN can help.
🕒 When It’s Happening
WPP is currently an option, and not a "requirement". However, at some point Microsoft will mandate this.
💡 What You Can Do Now
For most offices and enterprises, no immediate changes are required.
RYAN recommends that you:
- Stay informed — know what “Windows Protected Print” and “Print Support App (PSA)” mean.
- Identify your printer brand — if you’re using Canon or Kyocera, PSAs are already in place.
- Plan ahead — upgrading older print technology isn’t required today, but doing so may improve performance, compatibility, and security as WPP becomes standard.
- Ask for guidance — when the time comes to transition, RYAN will help ensure it’s seamless.
🔗 Further Reading
For those who’d like to explore more:
- Microsoft: WPP for Enterprise Environments
- Microsoft: WPP for General Users
- PaperCut: The Complete Guide to Windows Protected Print
- uniFLOW Online: Windows Protected Print Integration
- Canon PRINT App
- Kyocera Support Page
Bottom line: Microsoft is changing the way printing works, but there’s no need to worry. RYAN will guide you every step of the way — helping you understand the new terms, confirm printer readiness, and decide when upgrades make sense for your business.
SECTION 179
TAX DEDUCTION – YEAR-END CUSTOMER
GUIDE
What Is Section 179?
Section 179 of the U.S. Tax Code allows businesses to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment and software placed into service during the tax year. Instead of depreciating the value over time, you can write off up to 100 % of the cost in the year you buy and install it.
In practical terms: if you acquire new or upgraded office technology and put it into service before December 31, 2025, you may be able to deduct the entire cost this year.
What Qualifies?
• New or used equipment purchased and placed into service by 12/31/2025
• Eligible lease type: only $1 Buyout (“Capital”) leases qualify for Section 179
• Not eligible: FMV (Fair Market Value) leases or rental agreements
• Applies to all brands RYAN sells and supports (Canon, Kyocera, and others)
• Includes printers, copiers, scanners, workflow solutions, and related software
When Does It Apply?
To claim the deduction for tax year 2025:
■ Equipment must be delivered, installed, and operational no later than December 31, 2025
■ The invoice alone is not enough — it must be placed in service by that date
Why Act Before Year-End
• Immediate tax deduction on new technology purchases
• Improved security and uptime with modern devices
• Lower energy and toner costs over time
• Business continuity and support from the highest-rated service team in New England
Simple Next Step
A 15-minute Year-End Technology Review with your RYAN representative will outline:
• What qualifies under Section 179 for your specific setup
• Whether your current lease type is eligible
• Estimated tax savings and installation timelines
■ Schedule your Year-End Review at ryanbusiness.com
Disclaimer
This document is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. RYAN Business Systems recommends that customers consult their CPA or accounting firm to confirm eligibility and deduction amounts for their specific tax situation.
Why Consolidating Print Technology with RYAN Makes Business Sense
Why Consolidating Print Technology with RYAN Makes Business Sense
In today’s workplace, printing and document workflows are more complex than ever — spanning copiers, desktop printers, wide-format devices, scanning, secure print management, and digital document systems. Managing all of those through multiple vendors often leads to higher costs, fragmented service, and inefficiencies that slow your teams down.
RYAN simplifies it all.
For over 50 years, organizations across New England have trusted RYAN to handle every aspect of their document technology — from copiers and printers to advanced print management software. Our customers gain the confidence that comes from working with one experienced partner who knows their business, their technology, and their goals.
🖨 Everything You Need — Under One Roof
Copiers & Printers:
RYAN proudly represents Canon and Kyocera, two of the most reliable and respected brands in the industry. Whether your organization needs high-volume color output, compact office printers, or enterprise-grade multifunction systems, RYAN ensures your fleet is optimized for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency.
Large Format Printing:
From architectural drawings to marketing graphics, Canon large-format printers deliver exceptional precision and color accuracy — ideal for engineering, design, and creative environments.
Document Management:
Turn piles of paper into searchable, shareable digital files with Therefore™ — the powerful document management solution that makes retrieval and collaboration easy, secure, and compliant.
Print Output Management:
For organizations that value control, accountability, and security, RYAN offers uniFLOW and PaperCut — industry-leading software platforms that manage print output, track usage, and integrate with Microsoft’s new Windows Protected Print model.
Scanners & Production Printing:
From Canon imageFORMULA scanners that digitize workflows to Canon Production Presses that handle demanding print environments, RYAN provides end-to-end solutions for any print need.
💡 The Benefits of Vendor Consolidation
When you consolidate your print and document technology with RYAN, you gain:
- One trusted partner for all hardware, software, and service.
- Simplified support — one call, one service team, one invoice.
- Lower total cost of ownership through smarter purchasing and device optimization.
- Integrated solutions that work together seamlessly — from print to scan to cloud.
- Improved security and compliance through unified systems and support.
- Legendary service backed by decades of experience and the highest Net Promoter Scores in New England.
🏆 Experience Counts
Since 1975, RYAN has helped thousands of businesses, schools, healthcare facilities, and legal organizations optimize how they print, share, and manage information. We bring the personal touch of a local business with the strength of world-class technology partners — a combination that delivers measurable results and lasting relationships.
📞 Ready to Simplify?
Whether you’re a current RYAN customer looking to expand your partnership or a new organization exploring better ways to manage your print environment, now is the time to consolidate and save.
Contact us today to schedule a Print Technology Review and see how RYAN can help you work smarter, print safer, and spend less — all under one trusted name.
Turn Paper into Searchable, Retrievable Digital Files: How Therefore™ + IRISPowerscan™ help teams work faster—and how RYAN makes it easy
Most offices still juggle paper: invoices, HR forms, contracts, delivery slips. The problem isn’t just storing them—it’s finding them quickly and getting information where it needs to go. That’s exactly what Therefore™ and IRISPowerscan™ do: they turn stacks of paper into organized, searchable digital files your team can retrieve in seconds. RYAN brings it all together—specifying the right setup, designing your workflow, training your staff, and supporting you long-term.
Therefore™: your secure, searchable digital repository
Therefore™ centralizes documents so people can find what they need fast, set permissions, keep audit trails, and access files in the office, on the web, or on the go. It can also automate everyday tasks—like routing invoices for approval or collecting HR e-forms—so work moves consistently and on time.
Why it helps: less time hunting for files, better visibility into processes, stronger security and compliance, and fewer bottlenecks for your team.
IRISPowerscan™: smart capture that reads and routes your documents
IRISPowerscan™ does more than scan—it recognizes document types, extracts key data with OCR, and sends information to the right system automatically (including Therefore™). That means fewer manual steps, fewer errors, and faster turnaround for finance, HR, customer service, and operations.
Why it helps: jobs process quickly, data entry mistakes drop, and your team spends more time on high-value work rather than sorting and re-typing.
Why organizations choose RYAN for this
- Right-sized solution design: RYAN helps you spec the platform for your environment—devices, storage, user access, and workflow needs.
- Workflow mapping: We translate your current process (AP, HR, contracts, customer requests) into clear digital steps with smart routing and alerts.
- Training & adoption: Short, practical sessions for admins and end users so everyone is confident on day one.
- Ongoing support: Local, responsive service from a team that’s been serving New England since 1975—because experience counts.
Results that matter to your team
- Speed: Find the right file in seconds; process work faster.
- Accuracy: Automated capture reduces manual entry errors.
- Security & control: Permissions, audit trails, and backups help protect sensitive information.
- Anytime access: Work securely from the office, home, or in the field.
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- Bottom line: Therefore™ and IRISPowerscan™ remove the friction from paper processes. RYAN makes the transition simple—with the right spec, practical workflows, hands-on training, and support that sticks. Ready to see a quick pilot in your department?
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