Canon's 'Small Steps' programme, which highlights to businesses where resources are being wasted, will be launched on 17 October at The St. David's Hotel & Spa in Cardiff at an event attended by Welsh rugby legend Jonathan Davies.

With printing costs accounting for 3% of a company's turnover, it is important that costs are controlled and Canon's four stage programme provides the tools to make this happen.

Diet - 'watch what you print'. Many individuals are all too keen to use colour as their default print setting without realising the costs of doing so. 'Diet' shows how to keep costs down by using the best printers for the appropriate job.

Exercise - from ensuring urgent jobs get to the top of the print queue to printing securely, exercise focuses on how Canon's solutions can eradicate frustrations that users often have when they are printing. Exercise also focuses on toning up and advanced document finishing for when organisations really want to stand out.

Coaching - software, solutions and consultancy to keep your business in the lead. The additional support that Canon provides customers to ensure they have access to market-leading solutions and back-up support to control all printing within the business environment.

Results - combining all elements of Canon's 'Small Steps' Programme will ensure businesses get healthy and therefore more profitable. Companies which go through the programme will also contribute to a greener environment.

Mike Budd, Manager of the Canon Business Centre for Wales, Canon UK, said: "Printing is a huge part of any organisation's day-to-day operation and many companies don't think twice about using apparently "low-priced" colour printers that have high per-page charges. The purpose of 'Small Steps' is to work with our local businesses and help them streamline their print operation by using the most effective printers for each individual job requirement as well as a range of software solutions and consultancy, which will result in the best efficiency, productivity and ultimately profitability for our customers."

Robert Norster, Cardiff Blues Chief Executive, said: "We are delighted to support Canon's 'Small Steps' programme, with the principles it supports integral to the continued success of both small-medium enterprises and to the business of preparing a professional rugby team."

Save the date now and reserve your place by contacting: Jackie McMahon or Penny Burkes on 0870 836 0013 or emailing jackie_mcmahon@cuk.canon.co.uk or penny_burkes@cuk.canon.co.uk.