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Edwards Business Systems was founded in 1954 in West Reading, PA, and is in its third generation of family leadership. We've grown from a mom-and-pop shop selling and servicing typewriters to adding machines to one of the largest independent office equipment companies in North America. With the acquisition of Virginia Copiers in 1993 (now Virginia Business Systems) the company consolidated and strengthened its Mid-Atlantic identity. Recent acquisitions of The Tamblyn Co. in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, PA, and Image Tec of Roanoke, VA, bring the total number of locations to twelve; one of which is the original location opened by Joseph and Alberta Edwards in 1954. The company provides service and support to a diverse roster of small, medium, and large-sized businesses throughout Eastern Pennsylvania and Central Virginia. Our EBS offices serve the Lehigh Valley, West Reading, Pottstown, Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, the Pocono Region, and Lewisburg. While our VBS offices serve Richmond, Charlottesville, Lynchburg, Roanoke, New River Valley, Shenandoah Valley, and Hampton Roads.
Virginia Business Systems and Edwards Business Systems have been in business for over 70 years, making it one of the oldest independent dealers in the country. “Growing with our clients for over 70 years” is more than a slogan, it’s a commitment. Because we maintain this mindset, Virginia Business Systems is consistently named an “Elite Dealer,” a prestigious award for top dealers recognized by ENX magazine.
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"For me, it's always been about service. I firmly believe that no one should have to wait for quality service, whether it's a typewriter, adding machine, calculator, or high-speed MFP. "We started as a service company and we remain one today," I often say, reflecting on our history and our unwavering commitment to our clients..."
"My name is Jim Dotter, I am the President and CEO of Virginia Business Systems, and I am generally located in the Richmond location. What I love most about VBS is the people. It’s great to work with a team that embodies our Core Values and works hard to support our customers and each other...."
Edwards Business Systems is founded in West Reading, PA, and begins by selling and servicing typewriters.
Jim Edwards joins his parents in the business and opens the first branch office in Pottstown, PA.
EBS acquires Virginia Copiers, which is now Virginia Business Systems.
Office Dealer Magazine awards Edwards and Virginia Business Systems with the Elite Dealer Award.
Image Tec becomes the Virginia Business's Roanoke Branch.
Virginia Business Systems moves into their new regional headquarters building in Richmond, VA.
Virginia Business Systems acquired Select Office Systems.
Virginia Business Systems acquired Data Technologies and Apex Office Systems.
Xerox names Virginia Business Systems “Highest Growth Partner”.
Virginia Business Systems voted one of 2016’s Best Work Places in Virginia.
VBS acquired Imagistix.
Xerox names Virginia Business Systems “Top Revenue Partner”.
VBS was awarded Elite Dealer Award for the 18th year in a row.
Xerox names Edwards Business Systems and Virginia Business Systems the largest Xerox dealer in the country!
VBS was awarded Best Work Places Award from Richmond Times multiple years in a row.
Edwards and Virginia Business Systems celebrated 70 years as a company in 2024!
We back our solutions with a five-year service guarantee that will keep your machines running smoothly for their entire lifespan.
Learn about our service philosophy.
We’ve proven our dedication to providing exceptional service by attaining the Pro-Tech Service Award from Konica Minolta. Our technicians receive extensive training on a broad array of technology and management skills to ensure you receive professional support.
With our strategic network of technicians, we can offer guaranteed response times for clients with Service Agreements. We provide on-site help within four hours for all businesses.
Learn more about the benefits of using a local dealer for copiers and printers.
Access help and resources 24/7 through First Pass, our state-of-the-art help desk that can mitigate issues faster. Our customers can receive one-on-one web-based assistance within an hour of reaching out.
Purchasing a new device is a big capital investment. That’s why we have leasing options.
Learn more about VBS leasing.
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