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The Definition of Business Copy Machine [In Under 100 Words]

August 29th, 2018

By Keven Ellison

A business copy machine (also known as a copier, copy machine, photocopier, multi-function printer, or MFP) is electronic hardware designed to duplicate, scan, print, or fax paper. Copy machines typically use laser printing technology with a drum and toner, but some devices may use ink-jet technology.

The original copy machine design is based on the invention of xerography and made copying and distributing documents quick, cheap, and efficient. Today, business copy machines can be found in almost every business and are relied upon as the hub for printing and sending communications.

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Keven Ellison

Keven Ellison is the Vice President of Marketing and AI Ambassador at AIS, where he’s leading the digital transformation of a 20+ year legacy brand—from selling copiers and printers to delivering managed IT, telecom, security, and digital marketing solutions. With over three decades of experience in marketing, Keven now blends old-school strategy with next-gen AI to drive revenue, simplify operations, and build trust at scale. He’s the architect behind PromptMaster XL, a proprietary framework for sales, marketing, and content optimization using advanced LLMs like ChatGPT, Grok, Gemini, and Claude. Whether he’s aligning sales and marketing, training teams on AI adoption, or auditing lead gen systems with diagnostic prompt workflows, Keven brings a no-fluff, results-first mindset to every project. Keven serves on the Board of Directors for United States Diving and Ad Fontes Media. Outside of work, you’ll find him hacking life through golf, workouts, tech experiments, and nonstop learning.