Melissa Pardo-Bunte

Melissa Pardo-Bunte

Contributor

Melissa Pardo-Bunte brings over seven years of experience reviewing products and technologies that businesses rely on. Her role with Better Buys began in its previous incarnation as a dedicated printed and electronic buyer's guide. Her role has evolved from researching and fact-checking technical specs on office equipment and providing proofreading expertise to writing reviews and managing the Editor's Choice Award program. Prior to joining Better Buys, Melissa has worked in the marketing research industry for nine years. In addition to office equipment, Melissa also writes reviews for other software technology, such as Business Intelligence, HR, and CMMS.

1016 Reviews
163 Articles

Articles by Melissa Pardo-Bunte

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Arcplan Business Intelligence Review

Product:Vendor:Founded:Headquarters: ArcplanArcplan1993Wayne, PA OwnershipCustomers:Deployment Model:Free Trial: Private3,200+Cloud, On-PremiseYes Download Vendor Comparison Guide Arcplan At A Glance Good: Low cost of ownership, mobile…

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Longview Analytics Review – 2019 Pricing, Features, Shortcomings

Product:Vendor:Founded:Headquarters: Longview AnalyticsLongview Solutions1994Toronto, ON Ownership:Customers:Deployment Model:Free Trial: PrivateUnknownCloud, On-PremiseYes Download Vendor Comparison Guide Longview Analytics At A Glance Good: Low cost…

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iDashboards Business Intelligence Review

Product:Vendor:Founded:Headquarters: iDashboardsiDashboards2009Troy, MI OwnershipCustomers:Deployment Model:Free Trial: Private2,000Cloud, On-PremiseYes Download Vendor Comparison Guide iDashboards At A Glance Good: Short implementation process, mobile functionality,…

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Ricoh MP C6003 Series

Good: A choice of five different devices depending on company's requirement, strong paper-handling features, new security features. Bad: PostScript is only optional,…

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Toshiba e-STUDIO2555C Series Review

Good: Scalability, strong paper-handling features, Self-Encrypting Drive. Bad: No mobile printing or scanning, document feeder is only optional. Bottom Line: New color…

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Ricoh MP C6502 and MP C8002 Review

Good: Very strong paper capacity, extensive security features, optional Fiery color controller. Bad: PostScript is only optional, Wi-Fi is only optional. Bottom…

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Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE 400iF and 500iF Review

Good: Strong security features, fast speed for small workgroups, customizable touchscreen interface Bad: No ledger-sized paper handling. Bottom Line: Canon’s monochrome MFPs…

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Konica Minolta bizhub C454e and C554e Review

Good: Robust security features, tablet-like control panel, excellent paper-handling features Bad: Wireless connectivity only available as an option. Bottom Line: These powerful…

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Konica Minolta bizhub C364e Series Review

Good: Scalable options, extensive security features, variety of paper-handling options, and optional Fiery controller Bad: Document feeders only avaiable as options, no…

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Konica Minolta bizhub 4700P Series Review

Good: TypeHaus FormJet Prescription Secure feature for healthcare industry, affordable prices, compact design. Bad: No Wi-Fi, basic output tray capacity, no finishers.…

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Konica Minolta bizhub C654 and C754 Review

Good: 9" touch screen with touch and swipe functionality, excellent paper-handling capability, strong multifunctionality. Bad: No Wi-Fi connectivity, no mobile printing or…

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Samsung CLX-9201 Family Review

Good: Ledger-sized paper capability, compact design, scalability. Bad: Consumable prices not available, devices sold only through Samsung's authorized channel partners. Bottom Line:…

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Konica Minolta bizhub C224 Series

Good: Impressive security features, wide range of paper-handling options, 9" color screen with touch-and-swipe functionality Bad: The two document feeders are only…

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Kyocera FS-6525MFP and FS-6530MFP Review

Good: Very good paper-handling, Kyocera's HyPas technology, strong multifunctionality. Bad: Somewhat expensive for devices in their speed range. Bottom Line: Solid small-to-medium…

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Konica Minolta bizhub C454 and C554 Review

Good: Strong paper capacity, increased speed on optional document feeders, control panel with touchscreen interface Bad: Document feeders are only optional. Bottom…

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Ricoh MP 9002 Family Review

Good: Very powerful speed for production markets, scalablility, wide range of optional finishers. Bad: PostScript is only optional. Bottom Line: Ricoh keeps…