Why Large Companies Still Use NCR Printing and NCR Pads

Many businesses still use what is quite a ‘traditional’ tool of business stationery in the form of NCR pads – many different business sectors make regular use of these cost-effective and efficient business stationery items. Sometimes thought of as a useful administration tool for smaller businesses in the retail, hospitality, catering, and construction arenas, there are many larger businesses that still find advantage in using these carbonless NCR forms – indeed, any business that needs to provide instant multiple copies of an original document, can make use of NCR printing.  

NCR Pads

NCR pads are easy-to-use, practical business documents that can provide instant copies and records of transactions of differing nature thus saving valuable administration effort and time. The term NCR refers to No Carbon Required – this is a form, notebook, or pad in which the paper has been treated with a special coating which reacts to the pressure of a pen – these NCR pads have replaced the old-fashioned, and often ‘messy’, carbon paper books previously used for creating duplicate copies. When you write on the top copy of an NCR sheet it automatically reproduces the same image on the subsequent sheets beneath – NCR pads are usually produced in 2, 3 or 4-part sets which are glued together to create an NCR book, where one of the NCR copies is fastened to the book ensuring that all your file copies are kept together in one place. These pads provide physical hard copies for all involved in each individual transaction making them instant and valuable referable records of the business performed and are a proven, reliable form of accurate record-keeping.  

NCR Pads Uses

There are many business documents that take the form of NCR pads, with perhaps the most common being in producing instant copies of invoices and receipts. NCR invoice printing is used by many businesses – the NCR document records all details of the transaction – the item sold, the date and price and, in some instances, which employee has performed the transaction. The relevant coloured copies are retained by both the seller and purchaser. Likewise, NCR receipts provide the “mirror” document of the invoice – wherever an invoice is issued there will be a requirement for a receipt which contains the same information as the invoice. The receipt is issued after the transaction is complete as opposed to the invoice which is issued prior to the business taking place. Both documents provide accurate, corresponding records used in accounting to track and evidence sales transactions to verify requests and receipts for payment. 

Other common uses for NCR printing are delivery notes, purchase orders, accident recording and other agreement forms. These printed booklets can also be used as notepads to produce duplicate information and accurate records for businesses. 

NCR Printing

The most requested use by businesses is for 2 Part or 3 Part NCR printing – however NCR pads can be produced with more copies if required. The pads are usually available in a range of colours to easily distinguish which party of the transaction receives which colour as their official record of the business completed. NCR pads can be designed and printed in a fully customised fashion to produce branded pads for businesses – company logos, colours, and images can be reproduced onto bespoke NCR pads, as well as numbered sheets and pads for greater administrative accuracy and efficiency making them a valuable professional business stationery tool. NCR printing provides businesses with an easy, cost-effective way to plot and keep business affairs in order with a fully co-ordinated, accurate paper-trail that can save businesses valuable time and money in administration issues.  

Choose Colin Cross for your NCR printing 

If you want further information on NCR pads UK, then consult with Colin Cross Printers – this is an established print business providing business stationery printing services, including NCR printing in Preston and the surrounding areas. Indeed, they are one of the most respected printers in Lancashire who can provide a comprehensive range of printed business stationery for companies of all size and genre – their knowledgeable and experienced staff can help and advise you on all printed materials.