Financial, Environmental & Security Results Through Managed Print Services
Westport Fuel Systems is a global clean transportation technology company serving customers in more than 70 countries with innovative alternative fuel systems. As part of its commitment to efficiency, security and sustainability, Westport partnered with WBM Technologies to assess and optimize its unmanaged print environment. Beginning in Spring 2020, WBM conducted a comprehensive print assessment, followed by the rollout of a strategic optimization and governance program. Together, the organizations transformed print from a cost center into a measurable, outcomes-driven service that continues to evolve alongside Westport’s business needs.
The Problem
Westport Fuel Systems was operating in a fragmented and over-provisioned print environment that lacked cost controls, security standards, and centralized governance. Print-related expenses were rising, devices were underutilized and sensitive documents were being left unsecured at printers. Additionally, the environmental impact of the print fleet was misaligned with Westport’s sustainability goals.
The Solution
WBM Technologies delivered a Managed Print Services strategy grounded in assessment, right-sizing and continuous governance. The solution included device consolidation, standardized hardware, proactive monitoring and the implementation of secure card authentication and page release. By aligning print usage with actual demand and embedding security and reporting, WBM enabled long-term cost avoidance, improved compliance and reduced the environmental impact.
I have peace of mind knowing that we won’t reverse back into our previous and bloated state, and we have a true partner who will continually govern and evolve this with us.
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The Outcomes
Cost Avoidance & Financial Control
Through device optimization and contract rationalization, Westport achieved 41.5% total cost avoidance, with $125,638.90 in projected five-year savings. Monthly cost avoidance is exceeding initial projections, delivering an average of $3,157 in avoided costs per month. Leasing expenses alone were reduced by 40%, proving that structured Managed Print Services can deliver measurable and sustainable financial outcomes.
Operation Efficiency & Print Governance
Post-optimization, Westport realized a 70.5% reduction in operational print costs, driven by fewer devices, lower supply consumption, and proactive monitoring. Centralized governance prevents print sprawl from re-emerging and ensures ongoing optimization. With 100% availability to print from any multifunction printer, users experienced improved reliability and flexibility without increasing cost or complexity.
Enhanced Print Security & Compliance
Security risks were eliminated through 100% secure page release using card authentication across all devices. To date, 17,807 pages were prevented from being printed or abandoned, reducing the risk of data exposure while also cutting waste. All print activity is now auditable, aligning Westport’s print environment with enterprise security and compliance standards.
Environmental Sustainability Impact
The optimized print environment supports Westport’s sustainability initiatives with 58.6% reduction in CO2 consumption and a 60.5% decrease in electricity usage, equating to 5,900kWh saved over five years. Environmental benefits are equivalent to removing 1,914 vehicles from the road, recycling 1.4 tons of waste, and eliminating over 532,000 smartphone charges, demonstrating that print optimization can drive tangible environmental results.
