Canon Might Charge for Printer Security Services in the Future
Canon has introduced its new Subscription Security Services, designed to provide end-to-end protection for its printers, copiers, and document systems. The services are intended to safeguard devices, documents, and data from increasingly common and costly data breaches. While this offering is currently part of Canon’s broader security strategy, experts suggest that printer security services may become an additional charge for businesses down the line.
At present, the Subscription Security Services aim to protect devices from cyberattacks, ensure documents are secure throughout their lifecycle, and prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data. However, as businesses continue to face mounting cybersecurity threats, Canon’s approach could evolve to introduce premium tiers or extra fees for advanced security features such as real-time threat detection, data encryption, and ongoing security updates.
The move to charge for these specialized services wouldn’t be unprecedented. With the increasing frequency of data breaches in today’s connected world, more companies are opting for advanced protection for their networked devices, particularly those involved in document handling, like printers and copiers. As Canon expands its focus on security, it could introduce tiered pricing models that offer varying levels of device and data protection based on the unique needs of different businesses.
In the future, businesses using Canon devices may find that paying for security services becomes a necessary investment to protect against the evolving landscape of cyber threats—much like how companies already pay for antivirus software or firewalls to secure their networks.
For now, Canon is positioning itself as a key player in the battle against costly data breaches, but it’s clear that printer security services could become a new revenue stream for the company as demand for cyber protection rises.
