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We Deliver Total Office Solutions

We know business connectivity is essential to your success. We are structured to be your single source for tried and true office equipment PLUS IT services. With our renowned maintenance and services, we keep your operations secure and flowing smoothly.

Let us keep an eye on the digital horizon. We’ll always bring you the best of the best in dependable copier systems, printers, IT services and printer fleet management, so you can focus on your business.

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How Business Connects

Office Equipment

It’s a digital world, but that doesn’t rule out the need for physical documentation. As experts in business connectivity, we have optimized printer or copier equipment plus full-service solutions for you.

  • Small Office Copiers & Printers
  • Freestanding Office Copiers & Printers
  • Production Printers
  • Offline Finishing Solutions
  • Wide-Format Printers
  • Envelope Printers
  • Copier & Printer Sales or Leasing Options
  • Copier and Printer Maintenance
  • Document Management

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IT Services

We make connecting simple, reliable and secure. Discover how CEI can help you empower your business with your right-fit IT solution that delivers worry-free business operations.

  • Managed IT Solutions
  • Hybrid Office Solutions
  • Backup & Disaster Recovery Solutions
  • Cloud Server Solutions
  • Server Solutions
  • Network Security Solutions
  • Business Communications & VOIP Solutions
  • Multi-Tiered Levels of Support Services
  • Infrastructure Services

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How Business Connects

Office Equipment

It’s a digital world, but that doesn’t rule out the need for physical documentation. As experts in business connectivity, we have optimized printer or copier equipment plus full-service solutions for you.

  • Small Office Copiers & Printers
  • Freestanding Office Copiers & Printers
  • Production Printers
  • Offline Finishing Solutions
  • Wide-Format Printers
  • Envelope Printers
  • Copier & Printer Sales or Leasing Options
  • Copier and Printer Maintenance
  • Document Management

Explore Equipment

IT Services

We make connecting simple, reliable and secure. Discover how CEI can help you empower your business with your right-fit IT solution that delivers worry-free business operations.

  • Managed IT Solutions
  • Hybrid Office Solutions
  • Backup & Disaster Recovery Solutions
  • Cloud Server Solutions
  • Server Solutions
  • Network Security Solutions
  • Business Communications & VOIP Solutions
  • Multi-Tiered Levels of Support Services
  • Infrastructure Services

Explore Services

Businesses We’ve Connected

As the most trusted supplier of business printers and copiers in Raleigh and the greater Triangle area, we’ve connected local clients with the ideal printer, software and maintenance solutions to keep them running seamlessly. Here are just a few of the organizations we’ve worked with.

What Clients Say

We’re proud our clients recognize us as a trusted name in the Triangle area. Rave reviews fuel us to do better for all our clients! Don’t take our word for what we do for our clients — here are just a few testimonials from other businesses, just like you.

  • My first experience with CEI was first class! The service was perfect and amazing.

    Chris H.

    "I just had my first experience with CEI working with Yolanda Hawkins and I have to say the experience was First Class! From quote options, to order, to install, and follow up checking in to see how it all went and that the service was perfect was amazing. Would highly recommend Yolanda and CEI for any needs you have."

    Chris H.

  • I highly recommend them to any business looking for a high level of professional support services.

    Sue Ellen T.

    "We have used CEI for 2 years now as our managed IT service provider and copier solution. They have been great to work with! We are a new business and they have assisted us strategically with our network services as we have grown. I highly recommend them to any business that is looking for a high level of professional support services."

    Sue Ellen T.

  • We are extremely impressed and a much more efficient company today!

    Matt R.

    "I really liked the consulting approach about how we operated our two sites and how efficiencies could be had. We had some very specific needs as well as integrations that needed to be ironed out. I had been with our previous vendor for 13 years. I can say without a shadow of a doubt we are extremely impressed and a much more efficient company today than we have ever been! I would highly recommend their services to anyone!"

    Matt R.

  • CEI took time to understand our needs, provide the right equipment, and deliver on their promises.

    Melissa D.

    "We absolutely love our new Konica Minolta Copiers and the excellent service we received from CEI and our Sales Rep, Tom Snow. They went above and beyond to provide onsite support during the delivery, setup, and training of our staff. The new badge swipe option is such a great time saver. Great company!"

    Melissa D.

  • Looking for a printer for your business? HANDS DOWN the best customer service out there!

    Kathleen M.

    "I always have a point of contact at CEI and as a result, I am taken care of immediately every time. Call me if you need a referral because I am never at a loss when it comes to my printer."

    Kathleen M.

  • If I have a copier question or issue, I always call CEI!

    Becca L.

    "My company, Micro Epsilon, has worked with CEI for over 11 years, and I personally have been working with Yolanda Hawkins for about six years. It is so simple to reorder supplies and schedule service. Service response times are normally within one business day, and CEI always tries to accommodate any emergency requests."

    Becca L.

  • It is comforting knowing we have CEI on our side.

    Ryan C.

    "CEI has helped my business for the past 3 years with IT support when we need it most. They are thorough, professional, and there 24/7 providing stable, secure, and reliable service."

    Ryan C.

  • Highly recommended for managed print services.

    Jeff R.

    "This is a great company to work with! Awesome people who provide valuable service."

    Jeff R.

  • We have remained a loyal CEI customer for 16 years.

    Beth P.

    "Perfect service — CEI takes excellent care of our copier, printer, and fax business needs. We are very grateful that a talented technician arrives promptly each time we call for repairs and service. We can confidently recommend CEI as a solid and reliable service provider, and expert in their field."

    Beth P.

  • We have worked with CEI for over 20 years and have had a great experience with this company.

    Joe K.

    "The Carolina Mudcats could not be happier with CEI. The professionalism of everyone that works there is top-notch. The owners of the company, the Business Development staff, and the Maintenance team are friendly, knowledgable, and always asking what is best for our office needs. We value, and trust in CEI’s expertise, and appreciate the comfortable relationship, they are always quick to respond to our changing needs."

    Joe K.

  • I had the pleasure of touring the facility and I was so impressed by their operations.

    Diane C.

    "CEI is a wonderful and professional company with the utmost attention to customer service and care. I recommend any business or organization to use them for digital office needs!"

    Diane C.

Knowledge Connection Center

Looking for more information about digital solutions or what we’re doing around the neighborhood? This is the right place to learn more about us and what’s happening on the digital office horizon!

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Team CEI — We’re Your Source For Total Office Solutions

Since 1957, local businesses have counted on North Carolina-based CEI to stay connected to clients.

We deliver more than just an optimized office and IT service solutions because we know business connectivity is essential to your success. That’s why we consistently deliver outstanding service time after time — how, when and where it’s needed. We keep you running seamlessly.