At ecoprintQ, we believe that technology should solve problems, not create more of them!
That’s what initially sparked our partnership with PaperCut Software, and since then, we’ve continued to evolve together by delivering print management solutions that actually make sense in today’s dynamic, distributed workplaces.
Whether your organization needs the advanced control of an on-premise solution like PaperCut MF or the flexibility and freedom of the cloud with PaperCut Hive, our team is here to assist you, from initial deployment to full-time adoption and beyond.
Because if the future of work is already here, your print strategy shouldn’t be left behind.
In this blog, we’ll explore how cloud printing with PaperCut Hive helps enterprises and educators streamline infrastructure, strengthen security, and unlock new value that traditional on-prem solutions simply cannot match, both today and into the future!
What is Print Management in the Cloud? (And Why Now?)
Cloud print management shifts your infrastructure away from the on-site servers and into secure, scalable platforms like Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Google Cloud.
That means no more outdated print servers, no more driver nightmares, and no more remote user headaches. Only secure, efficient, and flexible printing from any device to any printer, anywhere!
- No drivers to install
- No local servers to maintain
- No IT bottlenecks
In today’s distributed work environment, printing needs to be as agile as your workforce. For IT teams juggling competing priorities, cloud-first print management reduces support demands and unlocks time for strategic growth.
Benefits that Matter to Real Enterprises (No Matter the Size or Vertical)
Now, let’s talk outcomes, not just features.
PaperCut Hive enables organizations to achieve measurable results that truly impact people, performance, and the planet!
Here’s what moving to the cloud can do:
- Simplify infrastructure: Central control of all devices across locations, with no server sprawl
- Fortify Security: End-to-end encryption, secure print release, and integrations with SSO/MFA tools
- Better BYOD Support: Students, employees, ad guests can print from phones, tablets, or laptops without a hitch
- Cost & Waste Reduction: Less paper waste. Lower energy use. Smaller carbon footprint
- Peak-Time Performance: Cloud elasticity handles the chaos of back-to-school season or quarterly deadlines
For decision-makers, this means finally having a print environment that’s secure, scalable, and dare we say it? EASY to MANAGE!
For our ecoPartner network of resellers, it means offering differentiated, future-ready solutions that deliver real ROI and VALUE!
New in 2025: Cloud Features that Reimagine Print Management Services
The latest PaperCut Hive release was packed with innovations engineered to make print smarter, more secure, and drastically easier to manage, whether you’re supporting a single site or a distributed enterprise.
These updates reflect a major step in modern cloud printing that’s built for efficiency, scalable growth, and real-world simplicity. PaperCut Hive’s new features empower organizations to really rethink how they deliver and secure print in 2025 and beyond.
Take a deep dive into everything new by reading our Version 25 release blog now!
Print Queue Deployment – Eliminate Print Servers, Simplify Management
This NEW feature automates the MOST painful part of a print admins experience: queue setup…
- Intelligent Automation: Print queues are automatically deployed based on user location, device, or network
- Unmatched Scalability: Unlike most platforms, PaperCut Hive allows unlimited queues per licensed printer with no hidden costs
- Less IT Work: Free up valuable hours for your IT team by eliminating manual queue configuration and support tickets
Key Dates to Know:
- June 30th, 2025 – Early access opens for registered resellers via the PaperCut Partner Portal.
- July 14th, 2025 – Public Beta Launch of Print Queue Deployment begins
Apply today and be among the first to simplify print queue chaos in the cloud with PaperCut Hive!
Print Quotas – Encourage Responsible Printing and Control Costs
This feature turns loose printing behaviors into accountable habits.
- Smart Budgeting: Allocate printing allowances by user, department, or group to match budgetary goals
- Real-Time Oversight: Live dashboards provide transparency into printing, helping fine-tune resources and reduce waste.
- Policy Enforcement: Prevent print jobs from releasing once quota limits are reached, prioritizing sustainability efforts.
New Print Delivery Options – Bring Zero Trust Security to Cloud Printing
Security meets simplicity with this upgrade to print delivery architecture.
- Device-Initiated Printing: MFDs now pull jobs from the cloud or local Hive Client, eliminating vulnerable push-based methods
- Serverless Simplicity: Remove reliance on always-on infrastructure while maintaining reliability.
- Brand-Forward Compatibility: Launching with Lexmark and Kyocera, with more vendors on the roadmap ahead.
Multi-Org. Login – Manage Multiple Environments with ONE Login
Designed for IT teams managing multiple customer sites or tenancies.
- Unified Admin Access: one email. One login. All your Hive organizations in one place.
- Streamlined Workflows: Ideal for MSPs, dealers, and IT pros managing school districts, branch offices, or franchises
- Reduced Admin Overhead: Eliminate credential fatigue and refocus your team’s time where it matters.
Explore everything new, including embedded apps for Ricoh & Epson, within the PaperCut Hive Q1 2025 Release Page.
From Server Rooms to Classrooms: A Real School’s Success Story
Let’s zoom in on one real-world example to highlight new benefits!
Redwoodtown School, a large campus with hundreds of students, dozens of staff, and a serious printing challenge!
Before PaperCut Hive:
- Privacy concerns forced departments to have separate printers
- Admin & teachers wasted time in long Monday morning print queues
- Temporary staff needed IT help just to get started
After PaperCut Hive:
- Secure, shared printers thanks to mobile print release
- Fast onboarding for new users with automatic provisioning
- Reduced waste and energy use with serverless infrastructure
- Fewer printers, more space: They turned old print rooms into support centers
- Better Teaching Tools: Aides can now instantly print personalized materials from their phones
“PaperCut Hive is just great” said Aaron, a Redwoodtown teacher. “We’ve gained flexibility, saved money, and created a better environment for staff and students.” Read the full success story now on PaperCut’s website!
Wrap-Up Time: PaperCut Hive’s New Features Are Built to Scale with You!
Modern organizations require modern solutions, and print is no exception!
Together, these innovations make PaperCut Hive the most secure, scalable, flexible print platform on the cloud today. Whether you’re managing 5 printers or 500, Hive’s Q1 2025 release ensures you’re fully equipped to:
- Automate what used to take hours
- Secure what used to be vulnerable
- Scale where others are currently stuck
And with ecoprintQ in your corner offering expert deployment, product training, sales enablement, and real-time support, your path to supercharged print services for your customer’s has never been clearer!
Cloud Print Management Has Officially Arrived – Let’s Get Started!
Curious how PaperCut Hive could benefit your portfolio or your business?
Download the NEW PaperCut Hive 2025 Pre-Sales Talk Track to discover strategic questions, use-case scenarios, and insights that will help you showcase the true value of cloud print management.
View these exclusive PaperCut Hive web-pages for more information:
- PaperCut Hive website
- Q3 2024 Release | PaperCut Hive | PaperCut
- Read Our PaperCut Hive Q12025 Release Blog
Connect with an ecoprintQ expert to figure out exactly how cloud printing can diversify your business!
