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This Week in the Copier Industry 10 Years Ago

This Week in the Copier Industry 10 Years Ago

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This Week in the Copier Industry Ten Years Ago

Third Week of September 2014

Kodak-Alaris_See-the-Diffreence-500x100Real Copier Sales (10 Years Ago)

Copier Reps: Start using the ‘F-word’

The ‘F-word’ gets a bad rap. Reps avoid using it at all costs when talking with prospects. Truth is, millions of businesses use the ‘F-word’ every day. According to RingCentral, a cloud based phone systems provider, there are currently more than 17 million fax machines in use in the United States. If that’s the case, why do reps always ignore the fax machine? As George Bluth, Sr. [probably] said, “there’s always money in the fax machine.”......more here

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Toshiba to take on Sharp Production System

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It seems Toshiba is going to move away from the Ricoh Production and re-label the Sharp mono Production System, anyone else hear this or can confirm this?
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Konica Minolta Approves Relyco Premium Paper Media Products for Use on New bizhub PRESS C1100/1085 Color Digital Presses

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bizhub PRESS digital presses,” said Kevin Kern, senior vice president, marketing, production print for Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. “We put the paper products through a battery of tests to ensure reliability and consistent image quality, so our customers know that we’re providing paper products that perform up to our high standards.” Relyco Digital Substrate Solutions REIMAGE carbonless laser paper – quickly create multi-part forms on demand in any laser printer or digital
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Afinia, Canon USA, Formax, Neopost, Printware, RTI Digital and Xante to Showcase Digital Printing Solutions Powered by Memjet at Graph Expo 2014

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SOURCE: Memjet September 17, 2014 13:46 ET Afinia, Canon USA, Formax, Neopost, Printware, RTI Digital and Xante to Showcase Digital Printing Solutions Powered by Memjet at Graph Expo 2014 Print OEMs to Demonstrate New Applications That Drive Productivity, Create Revenue, and Provide Faster Return-on-Investment CHICAGO, IL--(Marketwired - Sep 17, 2014) - Graph Expo 2014 -- Memjet, the global leader in digital color printing technologies, today announced it will join OEM partners Afinia, Canon
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IDC MarketScape Names Ricoh a Leader in Managed Print and Document Services for Fourth Time

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MALVERN, PA– Ricoh has again earned a leadership position in worldwide Managed Print and Document Services, according to the new “IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Managed Print and Document Services 2014 Hardcopy Vendor Assessment — Focus on Managed Workflow Services.”[i]Key factors that contributed to Ricoh’s positioning include an extensive product portfolio, highly skilled professionals, and industry-specific solutions. In addition, the report highlights Ricoh’s unique combination of proprietary
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Westerville’s Results Engineering bought by Konica Minolta group

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Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A. Inc. announced last week it has acquired Results Engineering of Westerville. Results Engineering will become a part of Konica Minolta’s enterprise content-management business practice and will market under the Konica Minolta brand. The primary office location in Westerville will continue to support central U.S. markets, and it will be home to the company’s management and administrative staff. http://www.dispatch.com/conten...a-minolta-group.html
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New Ricoh MP 4054/5054/6054 SP Sneak Peak!

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I really wasn't planning on writing this blog tonight, however, sometimes you just need to do what you have to do. Ricoh Americasseemsto beon theverge of launching the new monochrome (black) MP 2554/3054/3554/4054/5054/6054 series. I'm betting dollars to doughnuts that Ricoh is using the same print engine for all of these models. I would also tend to think that the higher end 5054/6054 will have a few additional features, they may even include the 4054 in the mix. Scratch that, the 4054/5054
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29th Annual Cannata Awards and Charity Dinner

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, won for Printer Manufacturer of the Year . Ed Carrol who is COO of TGI Office Automation gave a few jabs to Larry White (VP, Sales, Toshiba America Business Solutions, Inc about the four positions that were listed on his LinkedIn profile that were all the same. Toshiba America Business Solutions, Inc . won for Best in Class Manufacturer of the Year. MFP Manufacturer of the Year went to Ricoh Americas Corporation . I was hoping to hear a few good lines from Carl Fernyak (CEO MT Business
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RICOH AND EFI AWARDED THE IDEALLIANCE DIGITAL PRESS SYSTEM CERTIFICATION

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flexibility, high productivity and cost-effectiveness in a compact footprint. In addition, the devices feature a new toner formulation that increases the printable color gamut by 10 percent compared to Ricoh's other color production printers and have a lower fusing temperature, which allows for faster warm-up times and lower energy consumption. The two EFI Fiery digital front ends that drive RICOH Pro C5100s/C5110s deliver consistent and accurate color, and offer workflow optimization features to users in
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Growing Revenue in the Less Print Era

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Automation, Simplification Center Stage for Xerox at Graph Expo

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With automation top-of-mind for print service providers, Xerox is dedicating its booth at Graph Expo to show how simplifying operations can lead to profitable growth. Xerox’s Graph Expo booth theme, “Let’s Automate and Simplify,” comes alive with the latest release of FreeFlow Core and other workflow solutions that eliminate costly touch points from the print process, while meeting or exceeding quality and production targets.FreeFlow Core 4.0 easily and quickly constructs workflows that
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RICOH UNVEILS MIS AND ARCHIVING ENHANCEMENTS TO AWARD-WINNING CRITICAL COMMUNICATIONS SOLUTION SUITE

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management. This intuitive integration enables the Ricoh software to provide job status updates related to specific workflow steps, time duration and pages printed to Avanti. By melding these systems, customers can use Avanti to manage the business-level processes, such as inventory management, cost accounting and advanced scheduling, and they can leverage the power of ProcessDirector to manage the production of their critical communications output. “Print service providers, in-plants and others are
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Canon to Exhibit Document Scanners at 2014 OnBase Training & Technology Conference

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ORLANDO, Fla., Sep 16, 2014 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, will be anexhibitor at the OnBase Training Technology Conference presented byHyland Software, an enterprise content management software vendor,taking place September 14– 18, 2014, in Orlando, Florida. Canon willshowcase its imageFORMULA document scanners to demonstrate the value that products with robust speed, outstanding output and flexibility can offer to small and large organizations
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Reps: Start using the ‘F-word’

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systems. If they’ve modernized their phone system, chances are, they’ve done something with their faxing, too. They receive faxes directly to their email and don’t print Organization with multiple locations. Larger companies’ analog fax line spend is multiplied based on the number of locations, and fax lines aren’t cheap. So, what does all this mean for you, an office equipment sales representative? It allows you to sell value, not just on price. Sending a fax using a third party faxing company
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EDWARDS BROTHERS MALLOY ACQUIRES SECOND RICOH INFOPRINT 5000 INKJET PRESS

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Ann Arbor, MI (September 18, 2014) —Edwards Brothers Malloy announced that it has acquired another Ricoh continuous form inkjet press. The InfoPrint 5000 MP monochrome press is being installed this month and will be operational in October in the company’s Lillington, North Carolina digital print center. It will be used for both print-on-demand as well as short runs up to 1,500 copies. “Our experience with our first Ricoh InfoPrint press in our Ann Arbor plant has been very good— we wanted to
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Domtar makes key updates to its Xerox® Paper and Specialty Media Line

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in a wide variety of print devices, Domtar has eliminated the need to choose paper by print device. Domtar, also known for its leadership in sustainability practices and strong commitment to domestic production, made the decision to add the rigorous Forest Stewardship Council ® (FSC ® ) certification to nearly all of its office papers and digital printing paper products. Many of the certified products will bear the well-known World Wildlife Fund panda logo, and the entire office papers line
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RICOH UNVEILS NEW, AWARD-WINNING BATCHING SOLUTION AT GRAPH EXPO

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this new video, http://youtu.be/BS5nSf2P_6Q, and visit this website: www.ricoh-usa.com/batchbuilder . | About Ricoh | Ricoh is a global technology company specializing in office imaging equipment, production print solutions, document management systems and IT services. Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh Group operates in about 200 countries and regions. In the financial year ending March 2014, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,236 billion yen (approx. 21.7 billion USD). The majority of the
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Why Do Copier Reps Want to Push Document Management to My Company?

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to check with them before they buy any printers or copiers to ensure compatibility. This is a big help for long term client retention. 2. The rep will make more money - For example, in our Seattle copier business , reps may make a few hundred bucks when they sell a $4000 copier. They may make $1500 on a decent document management deployment. Bigger commissions = more motivation. 3. It really does help your business. This is important. Reps like to feel like they are offering something that helps
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Re: IDC MarketScape Names Ricoh a Leader in Managed Print and Document Services for Fourth Time

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Propaganda from Ricoh - their press department is on the job. HP and Xerox both come in higher, 5 years in a row. http://www.gartner.com/technol...;ct=131023st=sg
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Color-Logic Enables Variable Data Printing on Foil Substrates

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and much more. Color-Logic ™ develops color communication systems and software tool sets for a variety of special effect printing applications. Color-Logic provides brand owners, product managers, corporations, and their advertising agencies the ability to differentiate themselves and their clients with a simple print production process that yields dramatic results. Color-Logic decorative effects utilize the existing workflows of printers and designers, yielding dynamic results without the use
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Epson Now Shipping Next-Generation SureColor T-Series Large-Format Color Printers

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maps, the T-Series printers are cost-effective, scalable machines that really can do it all. We look forward to feedback from our customers and discovering even more unique applications and use cases." More about the SureColor T-Series The SureColor T-Series is comprised of five printer models, offering varying performance and feature sets to accommodate a range of printing needs, all while retaining a minimal footprint to fit virtually anywhere: Product Max Width Mode Square Feet per Hour Print
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EFI Redefines Tile Printing with Cretaprint

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system, new EFI ceramic ink sets, automatic printhead cleaning technology, more compact design and a new vacuum system are among the innovations on display at Tecnargilla. EFI is also demonstrating a new release of the EFI Fiery® proServer giving the industry the first complete color management system for ceramic tile printing. EFI’s new Cretaprint ™ systems will be on display at Tecnargilla in Pavilion C1, Booth 081. EFI is also showing samples of tiles printed using its EFI Wide Format H1625 LED
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Re: Samsung m4580fx, it can do what?

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I have sold Canon, Sharp, Konica, Kyocera. If samsung is just now talking about a mobile app, they are way behind. Which they have been for sometime. Kyocera has the best mobile app hands down. It even works with off brand devices on the network. HP printers.....manage print services. See where I am going with this?
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Well Qualififed P4P Hotel Member Seeking Employment

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Check out Larry's resume attached.  Please help him out if you can, or if you know someone that is looking please send them to Larry.   Art
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ESP/Surge Hits Home Run with New Remote Portal for Real Time Power Events

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themselves. Thus, we can be smarter than the average bear!! Need more info? Go here and download the brochure or better yet call ESP at 800.645.9721 and tell em Print4Pay Hotel sent you! -=Good Selling=-
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MP C2003SP Slow Print

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One of my accounts is complaining that the time it take the printer to process any print files is much longer than the MP C2551 we replaced. The volume did not warranty replacing with the MP C2553, plus the customer needed to save a few bucks. Is anyone else having an issue with this system?
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eBook-Managed-Services-6-Tips.pdf

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proposal Canon C5235.pdf

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Re: New Products

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the system’s HDD for easy, fast and free paperless faxing. Set up the machine fax behaviour by the time of the day with the fax timer settings where you can choose how the machine should handle a received fax, such as forwarding to email, printing or storing on the HDD. Save on phone line rentals and fax boards with the Fax Connection Unit which allows you to have one machine as the main fax machine while other compatible Ricoh machines can send the fax to the main machine via the network
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Re: Samsung m4580fx, it can do what?

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I can see these being very cool for libraries, information kiosks and other public areas. It's basically a fully functional web-connected tablet with print/scan/fax capabilities. That's where I'm excited to sell these. But in a corporate environment? Not so sure... #1 I would like to read a whitepaper on the security risks of such an open platform... Are you the apps limited, or could I install a Facebook app and print off all of my friends photos? And #,2 I wonder if the heavy customization
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Re: MP C2003SP Slow Print

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We're using the Ricoh PCL6, no infrastructure updates that I know of. Customer is complaining about print processing time from all applications.All we did was replace the 2551 with the 2003. Processors in bothRicoh devicesare equal in specs.
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Re: New Ricoh MP 4054/5054/6054 SP Sneak Peak!

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This is an automated response. Carl Mica is currently out of the office and has limited access to email and voice mail. He will return to the office on September 26th. Thank you.
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Sharp MX 4101 color alignment issue

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I have a Sharp 4101 that prints just fine on 8.5X11 but when the customer prints 11X17 the color alignment is off and it gets worse the closer it gets to the trailing edge. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Mobile Print Problem

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We have a customer with a Savin MPC305. This medical office wants to print from an android tablet. I have downloaded the Smart Device Print app on the Samsung Galaxy Note Pro SMP-900 and they can print from web pages. However, when they try to print patient data from their secure site (https). The app just hangs and you have to restart the tablet. The hotline first told me that SSL was not supported and that they could escalate to "solutions" to see if they could rework the app. "Solutions
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Unlock Sales Success: Build Connections That Matter.

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"We live in a world where many of us have a lot of friends on Facebook but yet we have lost human connection."
Robin Sharma

A question for all of you as we kick off our time together... Would you like to build meaningful connections with your clients?

Playing off Robin Sharma's quote, I believe there's an illusion of proximity and connection, associal media has created a false sense of closeness.

One may feel they know their friends' (salespeople, this be your clients) lives intimately through posts and photos, yet this knowledge is often superficial and lacks the context that deepens real-world relationships.

I get it, social platforms such as Facebook and LinkedIn facilitate connections, they often do not foster the deep, supportive relationships that characterize true relationships.

The challenge lies in balancing online interactions with efforts to cultivate genuine connections in real life, emphasizing quality over quantity in our social networks.

My friends, all of this can be applied directly into the sales world and that's what we're going to do in our time together. Are you ready?

While digital helps to facilitate relationships, what drives relational growth is true heart to heart conversation and connection.

Connections and relationships matter way beyond what we traditionally believe. As humans, we seek to connect to find meaning. We crave a sense of belonging.

A healthy meaningful relationship takes passion, purpose, and patience. This does not happen overnight, in a week, or in a month.

Check this out... there are two things that separate us from generations of the past:

  • We’re more distracted than ever before
  • We’re more committed to personal growth and enlightenment. In fact, the $11-billion industry is expected to grow another $3-5 billion in the next four years, according to the 2019 “US Market for Self-Improvement Products and Services” report.

According to the Pew Research Center, 83% US adults between the ages of 18-49 are active on at least one social media platform.

Unfortunately, many can’t, won’t or struggle to be without their phones for more than an hour.

This means we have more barriers to gain mastery over when it comes to building meaningful connections with real human beings.

Is the technology of today becoming a distractor in building meaningful, healthy and abundant client connections?

“I remind myself that I’m always more satisfied by human interaction than by a digital connection.”
Maulik Pancholy

Let's translate and apply this quote to all of you in sales... Regular client interaction helps hone your verbal and non-verbal communication skills, making you more effective with your client retention, growth and the experience provided.

If you REALLY care about your clients, and your future clients, then what are you doing to truly build meaningful connections?

I will let you stew on that one. Are you ready to continue our journey together?

TRUST, THE FOUNDATION OF MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS.

Trust is the essential thread that weaves together the fabric of meaningful connections.

What this requires is an ongoing effort by you and your clients to nurture and maintain the relationship.

You build trust by:

  • Fostering open, honest and transparent communication.
  • Being consistent and congruent with how you carry yourself.
  • Being empathetic as you demonstrate that you truly care.
  • Respecting their boundaries.

Maintaining meaningful connections has become challenging for one simple reason, technology provides an abundance of distractions that prohibit many to openly listen to and engage with those around them.

Technology also fosters laziness. I will let you all think about that one.

I ask you... What are you doing to remove the distractions preventing you from connecting with your clients?

Let's set aside dictionary definitions of connection. A true connection, especially in a relational context is a deep almost natural bond that exist between two people.

This type of connection can be characterized by a sense of trust, respect and loyalty.

I enjoy asking sales leadership and those in sales the following - Do your client relationships mean something to you? A resounding majority unequivocally say YES, then my follow up question is - How many of those relationships are built on trust, respect and loyalty?

Are y'all starting to comprehend where I'm going with this?

“Consistency is the true foundation of trust. Either keep your promises or do not make them.”
Roy T. Bennett

I believe that the essence of trust lies in being consistent. This means keeping your promises and being reliable with your interactions.

You must prioritize consistency. You must create an environment where trust can flourish.

This will soon start to lead to deeper, more meaningful client connections. Embrace this one principle, and watch your relationships flourish.

Trust becomes the glue that binds relationships together. Without trust, it's nearly impossible for any relationship to last. And yes, this applies to your client relationships.

Here's the deal, if trust is something internal, personal and important to you, then you must trust yourself. Question becomes, what are you doing about it?

A trusted meaningful connection is a two-way street.

Here are some reflective questions to answer:

  • Am I connecting in meaningful ways with my clients? Describe how.
  • Am I truly listening to my clients' perspective and viewpoint?
  • Am I present in our conversations?
  • Am I creating the environment to have my clients share vulnerable moments?

MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS CREATE THE FOUNDATION FOR HEALTHY SALES FUNNELS

One of my favorite sayings inside, Selling from the Heart,

If you want to have an ever-flowing sales funnel you must build an ever-flowing relationship funnel.

Apply my quote and this quote courtesy of Mark Cuban,

"Business happens over years and years. Value is measured in the total upside of a business relationship, not by how much you squeezed out in any one deal."

Are you smelling what I'm cooking?

According to Gallup, an analytics and advisory company, competing on price is a losing (and unnecessary) strategy to earn business. Instead, building business relationships is the X-factor for winning more business.

If you desire meaningful client relationships, crave relationships and this means something to you, then you must be direct and intentional about it.

Relational business matters. Building this become one of your most precious assets.

Meaningful client relationships create loyalty. Relationships create partnerships. Relationships create referrals. Relationships create sales sustainability.

Please hear me out on this one... Just because people buy something from you and then you occasionally "check-in" with them, does not constitute a relationship.

Think about this one... The relationship that you believe you have with your clients, does it align with what your clients believe?

Transactional conversations lead to transactional relationships, which will always be replaced by a better transactional conversation.

Healthy relationships and a meaningful connections with your clients develop based on:

  • Mutual respect
  • Trust
  • Honesty
  • Mutual support - I got your back.
  • Fairness
  • Admiration
  • Good communication
Relationships take time, effort, patience, respect, giving and caring.

What concerns me is that the concept around what constitutes a client business relationship has become lost inside the sales world.

As I see it, there's insignificant depth and genuine meaning. The walk simple doesn't match the talk. No congruency.

What many in sales think is a relationship, may not be what it really is.

I believe that before any of you throw out the phrases, "We have great client relationships" or "We love our clients" on the business table or out into the community, then you should give some serious thought as to what constitutes a relationship and how consistent you will execute on it.

“So, get to know your customers. Humanize them. Humanize yourself. It’s worth it.”
Kristin Smaby

HEART DRIVES MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS

Meaningful connections are built on emotional resonance, where individuals feel seen, heard, and valued. Applying this to you and your client relationships means that both parties emotions significantly impact each other, leading to a shared emotional experience.

As Brené Brown articulates, "Connection is the energy that exists between people when they can give and receive without judgment. This emotional exchange creates a foundation of trust and understanding."

I encourage you to turn to your heart.

In sales, heart tends to get ignored. “Heart-based” sounds "touchy-feely". Heart-based sounds weak and not cool.

I believe a servant, caring, and compassionate professional lives and leads with their heart.

They are difference makers. This shows and is exhibited in how they care for their clients.

By living and leading with their heart, they create meaningful, unbreakable sales bonds which last a lifetime.

Heartfelt professionals are leaders. They build relationships, cast vision, inspire, influence and motivate people to act.

Open the cage and let your heart roam free with your client relationships.

HEART MATTERS, HEART DRIVES CONNECTION, HEART DRIVES SALES

The heart is a place where one develops and gains strength. Those that embrace their heart will grow in purpose, profit and impact.

Those that embrace heart will strengthen their client relationships with many stakeholders, producing long-lasting results.

All this leads to is more productive conversations, more collaboration, and more innovation that addresses your clients' real needs.

I'm here to inform all of you that your clients crave a genuine, authentic, real-deal, and Selling from the Heart professional.

I encourage all of you to lead a sales life full of authenticity and integrity rather than the pursuit of lining your sales wallet.

Actions speak louder than words when serving with the heart.

What this means is you must demonstrate a level of deep commitment and authenticity through your behaviors rather than merely expressing intentions.

It’s not just what you say but what you do that truly matters. Your actions must truly reflect the heart behind your service.

I will leave all you with a few things to think about...

  • Are you nurturing your client communities?
  • Are you connecting with meaning and at a heart level with your clients?

Building meaningful connections with your clients becomes one key component to driving incremental revenue, profits and sales sustainability.

Simon Hares the founder and lead trainer at SerialTrainer7 Ltd , a training and development consultancy. He specializes in sales training, leadership development, and coaching. With a background in sales and management, Simon provides tailored training solutions to help businesses improve their sales performance and develop their leadership capabilities. He is known for his engaging training style and practical approach to skill development.

SHOW SUMMARY

In this insightful episode, we are are joined by Simon Hares, founder of SerialTrainer7, to explore how the principles of hospitality can significantly enhance the sales experience. Simon shares how applying core hospitality values, like care and attentiveness, can lead to exceptional client experiences and improved sales performance.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

The Intersection of Sales and Hospitality: Learn how principles from the hospitality industry, such as ultimate care and attentiveness, can be applied to sales to create better client experiences.

Client Anticipation and Trepidation: Understand the psychological stages clients go through during the sales process and how to address their needs and concerns effectively.

Sales Inspections: Explore the importance of allowing clients to "inspect" your offerings and how to confidently handle their queries and objections.

Hospitality's Five Pillars: Delve into the five pillars of hospitality—anticipation, trepidation, inspection, fulfillment, and evaluation—and their relevance to the sales process.

QUOTES

“The role of a salesperson is to give the client exactly what they want and more of what they didn’t realize they needed.”

“When you shine the light on others, watch what starts to happen.”

“Hospitality shares a word with hospital and hospital is defined as ultimate care.”

“Clients want to do the same fact-finding with us that we do with them.”

FOLLOW THE CONVERSATION

Learn more about Simon Hares:

LinkedIn: / simonhares

Learn more about Darrell and Larry:

Darrell's LinkedIn: / darrellamy

Larry's LinkedIn: / larrylevine1992

Website: https://www.sellingfromtheheart.net/

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This Week in the Copier Industry 5 Years Ago

This Week in the Copier Industry 5 Years Ago

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This Week in the Copier Industry 5 Years Ago

Third Week of September 2019

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It was an interesting day today, to say the least. I find myself in the last three selling days of both the month and the quarter. Looking at opportunities that could close in the next 72 hours, I’m down to about six clients...more here

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Konica Minolta Awarded by the Government of Canada to Deliver Managed Print Services

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Minolta met the stringent security requirements from a facility, product and personnel perspective as part of the evolving IT security requirements for government. SSC, the government department responsible for delivering digital services to Government of Canada organizations, announced the new agreements with Konica Minolta, Xerox Canada Ltd., and Ricoh Canada Inc. in May. The six-year agreements are collectively worth an estimated $60 million annually. The new agreements aim to simplify and improve
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AEG Selects Toshiba Official Copier and Multifunction Printer Provide

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AEG Selects Toshiba Official Copier and Multifunction Printer Provider Toshiba to Streamline Document Workflow, Enhance Business Operations for World’s Leading Sports and Live Entertainment Company LOS ANGELES and LAKE FOREST, California, September 17, 2019 — Toshiba America Business Solutions and AEG today announced a multiyear agreement that will equip the world’s leading sports and live entertainment company with Toshiba’s award-winning e-STUDIO™ multifunction printers (MFPs). With this
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Ricoh IM 550F, IM 600F and IM 600SRF Copier aka MFP Specs in Review

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pages and a high yield for 40,000 pages. Print Language Standard includes PCL5e, PCL 6, Postscript 3 (emulation), PDF Direct (emulation). Optional is the Genuine Adobe® Postscript®, XPS, IPDS, and PDF Direct Print from Adobe®. Mobile Printing RICOH Smart Device Connector, Apple Air Print™, Morpia, Google Cloud Print, and NFC. All in all it's a good thing to have finisher/stapler in at least one of these devices. Stapling is a desired feature with A4's and Ricoh has not offered a stapler since
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Imaging Channel Production Print?? Many should Just Say No

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up. Xerox has had an advantage for decades on production. Yes, they can be challenged by our friends at Konica, Canon, or Ricoh. However, dealers without the understanding of the market will find themselves selling production print as they sell walk-up A3's. These less sophisticated dealers will turn production print into a vendor auction. Sadly, in much of the market, this has already happened. Dealers should re-think the production strategy. Those dealers less than 10 million in revenue should
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MGI and Konica Minolta to Unveil New JETvarnish 3D Web Color + Press at Labelexpo Europe 2019

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maximize efficiency and optimize productivity on every print job. For more information, please visit www.mgiusa.com and www.kmbs.konicaminolta.us . Follow MGI on Facebook @MGIonline and Twitter @MGI_USA for the latest printing industry technology news. Follow Konica Minolta on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter @konicaminoltaus .
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Konica Minolta Honors MMIT for 30 Years as a Pro-Tech Service Award Recipient

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smart office product portfolio from IT Services ( All Covered ), ECM, Managed Print Services and industrial and commercial print solutions.Konica Minoltahas been recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys for twelve consecutive years, and is proud to be ranked on theForbes 2017 America's Best Employers list. The World Technology Awards recentlynamed the company a finalist in the IT Software category. KonicaMinolta, Inc. has been named to the
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Kyocera achieves top copier, MFP position

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volume A3 devices, released earlier this year. The printers boast improved security features where a data security kit comes standard; a proxmity sensor, which senses a user approaching and prepares itself for use; as well as a larger (10,1-inch) colour touchscreen display ensuring the company’s commitment, and adherence to the high standards of ISO27001. The recipient of Buyers Lab’s award for Most Reliable Color Copier MFP Brand 2018-2021, Kyocera has plans to introduce new models globally
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Konica Minolta Appoints Sakie T. Fukushima to Board of Directors

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revolutionizing the Workplace of the Future ™ with its expansive smart office product portfolio from IT Services ( All Covered ), ECM, Managed Print Services and industrial and commercial print solutions.Konica Minoltahas been recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys for twelve consecutive years, and is proud to be ranked on theForbes 2017 America's Best Employers list. The World Technology Awards recentlynamed the company a finalist in the IT
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Toshiba’s Latest Thermal Barcode Printer Tackles Compliance-Driven Applications

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Toshiba’s Latest Thermal Barcode Printer Tackles Compliance-Driven Applications Specialized New Printer Delivers High-Resolution Labeling with Precision Accuracy LAKE FOREST, California, September 16, 2019 — Toshiba America Business Solutions today unveils its premium thermal barcode printer which delivers high-resolution labels with precision and speed. Toshiba’s B-EX4T3HS prints 600 dots per inch at speeds up to six inches per second. In addition, Toshiba’s printer delivers extreme accuracy
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Toshiba Readies new Black A3 Copiers

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Will unveil the eSTUDIO 2822AM, 2822AF, 2829A, 2823AM and 2329A Replaces 2802AM, 2802AF, 2809A, 2803AM and 2309A Offer 28ppm or 23ppm top speed (first two digits of model number) Support Elevate UI platform for optional integrated apps No finishing options 10.1” color touchscreen LCD 50 sheet document feeder Does NOT scan both sides of original at same time Scan speed of 22ipm or 25ipm Built-in print controller500MB RAM, can upgrade to 1GB Optional WiFi 10/100BaseT (no 1000BaseT or Gigabit
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Canon Announces First Two Value-Added Resellers for ID Card and Label Printer Lines

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resellers to offer Canon's reliable lineup of inkjet card printers, thermal re-transfer card printers and dye and pigment label printers. "Requests for options from current and potential clients for security ID card printers and label printing have increasingly grown at Capital Business Systems. As a print vendor, we want to ensure that the quality of solutions we offer matches the outstanding support and experience we provide our clients," said James Kreikemeier , president and CEO, Capital
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Kyocera achieves #1 position for SA’s copier and MFP markets for CY 2019 H1

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Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa, a leading supplier of printing and document management solutions,continues its upward trajectory, having been placed first overall in unit sales for the first half of 2019,with a market share of 14.6%. This is according to market data specialist InfoSource’s latest research, which shows market-sizing data in the office automation industry in the southern African region for the first half of 2019. Kyocera maintains its overall position as the leading
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Toshiba Spotlights Best-in-Class Printing Systems at PACK EXPO 2019

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Toshiba Spotlights Best-in-Class Printing Systems at PACK EXPO 2019 Toshiba’s New Thermal Barcode Printers and Automated Shipping System Collaboration Ensure Shipping Speed, Accuracy and Customer Satisfaction LAS VEGAS, September 23, 2019 — Toshiba America Business Solutions is showcasing two new products at PACK EXPO 2019 , Sept. 23-25, booth Upper South Hall 7677, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The company’s best-in-class pair of thermal barcode printers blend compact and durable
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Canon's Large Format Printers Are Now Available At Your Fingertips

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access to paper profiles, firmware updates, software updates, tutorial videos and printing events all in one place. The new interface also provides users with the ability to research and educate on all of Canon's Large Format Printers and software with access to educational and marketing videos. Videos include 'How-To's' and 'Tutorials', allowing users to learn right at the palm of their hand. "Canon is committed to offering time-saving solutions and implementing intuitive platforms for sharing
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Re: Ricoh IM 550F, IM 600F and IM 600SRF Copier aka MFP Specs in Review

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mnchstr posted: Has Ricoh ever actually manufactured an A4 engine that didn't suck?(816 tp 920, solid but slow) I don't remember one. I signed up with Kyocera because if I'm gonna sell a Kyo engine I'm gonna sell the cheap one with the better warranty. yes there were many and tops being the MP 151, MP161, 171 and the MP 301SP. Those were all solid A4 print engines, not sure why Ricoh is now farming out A4 black to Kyo
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Canon Information and Imaging Solutions Showcases Business Solutions and Customer Success Stories at Oracle OpenWorld 2019

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MELVILLE, N.Y. , Sept. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Canon Information and Imaging Solutions (CIIS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A. , Inc., and a Gold level member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), will demonstrate how integrating imaging, workflow and content management capabilities can help organizations achieve their digital transformation objectives in accounts payable, expense visibility, and project expense management, at Oracle OpenWorld 2019 in Moscone South, booth #1717, from
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Re: Ricoh IM 550F, IM 600F and IM 600SRF Copier aka MFP Specs in Review

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Kiwispike posted: Kyocera Engine so it must be good Dang another Kyocera engine! Ricoh's going down hill, why give money to your competitors, its just like trading a player on your sports team within your division.
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Re: Ricoh IM 550F, IM 600F and IM 600SRF Copier aka MFP Specs in Review

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Has Ricoh ever actually manufactured an A4 engine that didn't suck?(816 tp 920, solid but slow) I don't remember one. I signed up with Kyocera because if I'm gonna sell a Kyo engine I'm gonna sell the cheap one with the better warranty.
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Discover the Latest in Cutting Edge Logistics Printing Innovations with BIXOLON at IMHX 2019

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IMHX (24th – 27th September 2019, Birmingham UK) – BIXOLON Europe GmbH, a subsidiary of the global leading Mobile, Label and POS printer manufacturer is encouraging visitors of IMHX to stand 18M140 to demonstrate its latest innovations in Label, Mobile and Kiosk printing technology for the Materials Handling, Transport and Logistics industries. Understanding the important role label barcode printing technology plays in identification and tracking, BIXOLON will be demonstrating its leading
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Latest workflow technologies highlighted at third Ricoh Interact Europe

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than 80 years, Ricoh has been driving innovation and is a leading provider of document management solutions, IT services, communication services, commercial and industrial printing, digital cameras, and industrial systems. Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh Group operates in approximately 200 countries and regions. In the financial year ended March 2019, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,013 billion yen (approx. 18.1 billion USD). For further information, please visit www.ricoh-europe.com For
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Re: Ricoh IM 550F, IM 600F and IM 600SRF Copier aka MFP Specs in Review

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The specs are in the product support guide for the printer version, my DBM said they were to be launched early this month but...…..I ordered a 501 Friday and the ship date is January 2020 so the launch could be in progress right now.
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Re: Ricoh IM 550F, IM 600F and IM 600SRF Copier aka MFP Specs in Review

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mnchstr posted: The specs are in the product support guide for the printer version, my DBM said they were to be launched early this month but...…..I ordered a 501 Friday and the ship date is January 2020 so the launch could be in progress right now. Good news, hoping we can get these sooner rather than later
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Re: Ricoh IM 550F, IM 600F and IM 600SRF Copier aka MFP Specs in Review

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Kyocera Engine so it must be good
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Stop using 'Xerox' when you mean 'copy', Japanese firm tells public in Philippines

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people use the brand name as a synonym for copying, Fuji Xerox said this is wrong. Fuji Xerox's public notice printed in a Filipino newspaper. As a registered trademark, Xerox is not a verb or a common noun and should therefore not be used to describe copying or copy services in general, Fuji Xerox said. "So please don't use the word 'XEROX' as another word for 'copy'," the company appealed. This was not the first or only time that a brand name became part of everyday language, thanks to the
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Next-Generation EFI Fiery Technology Delivers Higher Print Color Quality Plus Controls for Boosted Color Saturation

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this control for toner now too is very welcome .” “ Getting the best color and quality from any printer should be the goal for all print producers ,” said John Henze, vice president of sales and marketing, EFI Fiery. “ Whether it is taking advantage of the maximum gamut of a printer to give prints more color, getting the most detail available to show a product at its best, or producing the smoothest color transitions for photo-realistic images, these new capabilities will help print producers
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Canon Redefines Sheetfed Inkjet Expectations with New VarioPrint i-series+

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and more dramatically than any other platform," said Shinichi Yoshida , executive vice president and general manager, Canon U.S.A. Inc. "By listening to our customers and understanding the industry trends, we recognize a growing need for inkjet printing on offset coated stocks, designed to fit heavy production commercial printers.We are excited to launch the enhanced VarioPrint i-series+ at thINK, a conference dedicated to the voice of the customer, as it makes the perfect introduction of this
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Ricoh launches New M C250 A4 Color MFP

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Prints and copies up to 26ppm 4 tandem OPC drum design M C250FW and M C250FWB models offer Replace the SP C261SFNw and SP C262SFNw models 2400x600dpi Built-in print controllers: Actual maker unknown PCL and PostScript 3 emulation drivers Standard wireless connectivity USB and 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet ports 256MB RAM 400MHz processor 50-page SPDF (Single Pass Document Feeder) support up to 90 lb. index using top drawer or bypass the P C301W is a print only version
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Epson Introduces Four New ColorWorks On-Demand Color Label Printers

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combination of features of direct ZPL II printing, peel-and-present, remote printer management, companion four- and eight-inch models, applicator I/O interface, broad middleware support, and comparable price points. 2 Printers and consumable costs are similar when comparing similarly featured leading brand thermal transfer printers and supplies for similar high durability images on similar media. 3 Printing in Max Speed Mode , 300 x 600 dpi, 3.6" (92 mm) print width. 4 Compared to color inkjet label
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Mimaki to unveil next generation large format printers and cutters

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Driving the evolution of wide format digital printing towards ultra-efficient, cost-effective and sustainable production processes, Mimaki Europe, a leading manufacturer of inkjet printers and cutting systems, announces today the launch of its Plus series, the next generation of its industry-acclaimed large-format printing and cutting solutions. Debuting worldwide at The Print Show (NEC Birmingham, UK, 17–19 September), the brand-new CJV300 Plus, JV300 Plus and CG-FXII Plus will be on display
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Is the Imaging Channel Becoming a Collection of Debt? Should Investors Change Strategies?

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investments become assets sales. Let's invest in changing the game. The investments in the industry must be a strategy to capitalize on the decline, causing a shift to selling based on market realities. Invest in customer-centric deliverables, and challenge the status quo, invest in changing leasing models to subscription models, invest in the 85% of the market which is oversold by outdated sales models, invest in e-commerce platforms, invest in new leadership from outside the channel with different
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Re: Toshiba Readies new Black A3 Copiers

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Sales of the former model were never great and went into the ditch when Toshiba began relabelling Lexmark product. Dealers did not like the small mono color keyboard navigation display. The product does work well at relatively low cost and low cpc. Smallest A3 footprint in the marketplace via the bypass.
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Tilia Labs to launch Aries step-and-repeat for label printers at Labelexpo Europe

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Google standards and design, allowing operatives of any discipline to easily and intuitively generate print ready layouts in minutes. The user can select existing settings or create new impositions, easily adjusting sizes, margins and substrates as required. Artwork files are imported into the layout by simple drag and drop, while dielines can be stored and retrieved, or generated in an instant. Vendor neutral, Aries is designed to provide the same efficiencies with virtually all printing
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Epson to Showcase Innovative Packaging Solutions at Pack Expo: Robots, Label Printing and Remote Assistance

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demonstrating how various solutions can be used with Epson's lineup of commercial desktop label printers in the label and packaging industry. When: The conference takes place from Monday, Sept. 23 through Wednesday, Sept. 25. Where: LasVegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, Nev.: • Epson Robots and Moverio Assist – booth # LS-5989, Lower South Hall • Epson Commercial Label Printers – booth #C-5204, Central Hall, PACKage Printing Pavilion About Epson Epson is a global technology leader
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‘No tangible benefits’: N.Y. judge rejects Xerox shareholder class action deal

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Seems Xerox dodged another bullet here. (Reuters) - New York State Supreme Court Justice Barry Ostrager of Manhattan is not afraid to stir things up. In April 2018, you may recall, the judge – previously a longtime litigation partner at Simpson Thacher Bartlett – issued a preliminary injunction to block Xerox from allowing a shareholder vote on a proposed merger with Fuji, holding that the deal was hopelessly tainted by Xerox board members’ conflicts. Justice Ostrager’s decision was
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Canon Unveils New ImagePress C165 Production Press

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to 1 terabyte HDD Optional data security kit Scan to TWAIN, email, SMB, FTP, WebDAV, LDAP 10/100/1000BaseT ports Optional NFC and Bluetooth Uses JAVA platform for optional integrated solutions PCL print driver standard PostScript is option Optional EFI Fiery print server Fax optional 3,550 sheet standard paper supply Optional to upgrade to 7,050 sheets Banner printing Paper drawers hold up to 256gsm Bypass and optional paper deck hold up to 350gsm Optional envelope feeder kit - Finishing options
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Re: Canon iPF 825 Issue

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Not a Canon dealer but I will say that it took us awhile to figure out the first time why a Ricoh Color printer was shutting itself off every night. Come to find out that Ricoh had added a "night mode" (defaulted on) where the copier would sense a dark room and completely turn off the printer requiring it to be turned on at the switch every morning.
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AstroNova Introduces New QuickLabel QL-850 and TrojanLabel T3-OPX Printing Solutions

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The QuickLabel QL-850 is a durable, wide-format tabletop color label printer that features moisture-resistant, dye-based Natura™ inks. A patented gear design and advanced smooth tracking system result in exacting registration and superior 1600 dpi print resolution on a wide range of media types. WEST WARWICK, R.I.--( BUSINESS WIRE )--AstroNova, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALOT), a global leader in data visualization technologies, today introduced the QuickLabel® QL-850 and the TrojanLabel® T3-OPX, two new
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Attention Sales Leaders... Are Your Salespeople Enhancing Or Neglecting The Customer Experience, Or Do You Even Know?

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leaders are clueless as to how their team is taking care of their customers. “Merely satisfying customers will not be enough to earn their loyalty. Instead, they must experience exceptional service worthy of their repeat business and referral. Understand the factors that drive this customer revolution.” Rick Tate Let that quote sink in for a moment, now ask yourself - Are my salespeople enhancing or neglecting the customer experience? DO YOU HAVE SALES BABYSITTERS? Are your sales reps growing your
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Doing the right thing in sales

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Kind of interesting day today to say the least. I find my self within the last 3 selling days for the month. Also the last three selling days for the quarter, looking at opportunities that could close in the next 72 hours I was down to about six clients. Could, does not mean they all will, and I've had times where none of them closed. I haven't hit my quarter quota (I have a large quota for SMB accounts) yet, although I'm very close, there is a path to get the additional $20K in revenue I need
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Canon iPF 825 Issue

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Hoping to get some assistance with this issue at a clients office. We have found that theCanon ipF825is displaying as offline on both the server and workstations at least once a day. The only way we have found to wake it up is by running an IP scan on the server and then the print jobs are able to go through (even when a user physically turns on the printer, it will still display as offline). The shut down feature is disabled on this machine, the printer is up to date, and all settings are
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DRUPA WORLD TOUR STARTED

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MESSE DÜSSELDORF AND VDMA PRINTING AND PAPER TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION START DRUPA WORLD TOUR IN MEXICO Over 35 events in 27 countries on five continents until spring 2020 High-ranking delegations present the concept of the world's leading trade fair for print, cross-media und packaging solutions as well as the most important industry trends The drupa Word Tour 2019/2020 started on September 10, 2019 in Mexico City and will continue until spring 2020. In September alone, seven more conference
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Epson’s Acquisition of Fiery: How It Impacts the Future of Digital Printing and HP’s Commercial Ink Printers

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My two or more cents.......

In a bold move that is shaking up the digital printing landscape, Epson’s recent acquisition of Fiery, a leader in Digital Front-End (DFE) technology, signals a new era for ink-based print devices, particularly in the commercial and industrial printing sectors. As Epson integrates Fiery’s advanced software capabilities into its own printing solutions, this merger could significantly affect the competitive dynamics in the commercial printing market, especially for major players like HP, known for its PageWide and Indigo printers.

The merger brings a host of improvements to color management, workflow automation, and variable data printing, positioning Epson as a stronger competitor in a market that HP has traditionally dominated. Here’s how Epson’s acquisition of Fiery may impact the future of digital printing and challenge HP’s leadership in the commercial ink printing space.

Epson’s Acquisition of Fiery: A Strategic Shift

Fiery, known for its cutting-edge DFE technology, has been a market leader, with estimates suggesting it controlled around 40-50% of the global DFE market prior to its acquisition. Its software offers superior RIP (Raster Image Processor) capabilities, precise color management, and efficient workflow automation—all crucial for handling high-volume, high-quality print jobs.

Epson’s decision to integrate Fiery’s software into its inkjet printers brings together hardware and software expertise that can streamline the end-to-end printing process. With this move, Epson is poised to offer printers that deliver faster speeds, better accuracy, and enhanced workflow management, particularly in commercial, wide-format, and industrial printing applications.

The Future of Ink-Based Printing with Fiery

1. Improved Color Accuracy and Consistency

Color management is critical in ink-based printing, and Fiery’s DFE technology is renowned for delivering precise, vibrant color reproduction across different jobs and media types. As Fiery technology becomes embedded in Epson’s commercial inkjet printers, the ability to produce highly accurate and consistent colors will give Epson an edge in industries where print quality is paramount, such as packaging, label printing, and wide-format signage.

For industries that depend on color-critical printing, Epson’s printers, powered by Fiery, will ensure better color fidelity, offering a challenge to HP’s existing solutions in Indigo and PageWide printers.

2. Enhanced Workflow Automation

Workflow automation is another area where Fiery excels, and its integration into Epson’s ink-based printers could significantly improve operational efficiency for commercial printers. Fiery’s DFE solutions are designed to automate processes such as job setup, pre-flight checks, and real-time adjustments, reducing errors and minimizing downtime.

This automation can increase the speed of production, making Epson printers more competitive in high-volume commercial print environments, where HP’s PageWide printers have long held a strong market position. The ability to automate complex workflows will be particularly appealing to sectors like large-format printing and industrial applications, such as textiles and signage.

3. Advanced Variable Data Printing (VDP)

As the demand for personalized, variable data printing (VDP) continues to grow, particularly in direct mail, packaging, and custom marketing, Fiery’s VDP capabilities will allow Epson’s printers to offer more personalized, high-speed printing options. Fiery is a leader in VDP, allowing for the efficient handling of jobs that involve unique content such as names, barcodes, and images for every print.

HP’s Indigo printers have traditionally dominated the variable data printing space, but with Fiery’s technology now integrated into Epson’s inkjet printers, Epson could become a stronger competitor in short-run, personalized print jobs—a significant area of growth in the printing industry.

4. Expansion in Industrial Printing Applications

Beyond traditional commercial printing, Epson’s acquisition of Fiery opens up new possibilities in industrial inkjet printing. Sectors such as textile printing, ceramic printing, and wide-format signage require precise color management, fast production speeds, and the ability to handle large, complex print jobs—all areas where Fiery’s DFE technology excels.

For example, in textile printing, where color vibrancy and precision are crucial, Fiery’s software can ensure that colors remain true to the original design even at scale. In the signage and wide-format printing sectors, Epson’s Fiery-enhanced printers could produce sharper, more accurate images, giving them a competitive edge over HP’s DesignJet and PageWide series.

How This Affects HP and Its Commercial Ink Printers

HP has long been a leader in the commercial inkjet market with its PageWide and Indigo lines. However, Epson’s acquisition of Fiery introduces new competitive dynamics that could challenge HP’s dominance in several ways:

1. Direct Competition in Color Management and Workflow Automation

While HP has developed strong workflow and color management tools through its SmartStream and Indigo platforms, Fiery’s technology offers a deep, robust solution that could rival HP’s capabilities. With Fiery’s integration, Epson can now offer printers that excel in areas like color accuracy, print speed, and automation, directly competing with HP’s offerings in commercial, packaging, and industrial printing sectors.

2. Increased Pressure in Wide-Format and Industrial Printing

Epson has already established itself as a significant player in wide-format and industrial printing, but the integration of Fiery’s technology may give it a new edge over HP’s DesignJet and PageWide products. The ability to process complex print jobs faster and with greater color precision could shift customer preferences toward Epson, especially in sectors that require large-format or high-volume printing, such as advertising, construction, and engineering.

3. Head-to-Head in Variable Data Printing

HP’s Indigo printers are widely respected for their VDP capabilities, which allow for high-quality personalized prints at high speeds. However, Fiery’s VDP features are also highly advanced, meaning that Epson’s printers could now compete more effectively in areas like direct mail, custom packaging, and on-demand publishing. This puts pressure on HP to continue innovating in the personalized printing space to maintain its competitive advantage.

4. Price and Market Share Competition

With Fiery’s technology reducing operational costs through greater ink efficiency and workflow optimization, Epson could potentially offer more cost-effective solutions compared to HP’s Indigo and PageWide platforms. This could put pricing pressure on HP and drive increased competition in sectors like commercial printing, where cost-effectiveness and efficiency are key buying factors.

New Era for Ink-Based Printing

Epson’s acquisition of Fiery is a significant move that reshapes the competitive landscape of commercial inkjet printing. By combining Epson’s high-quality inkjet hardware with Fiery’s industry-leading software, Epson is well-positioned to compete with HP, particularly in areas like color management, workflow automation, variable data printing, and wide-format industrial applications.

For HP, this means increased competition and the need to double down on innovation to maintain its leadership position. The commercial inkjet market is entering a new phase of heightened competition, with Epson’s Fiery-enhanced solutions offering a compelling alternative to HP’s established platforms.

As the digital printing industry continues to evolve, the combination of Epson and Fiery promises to drive new technological advancements and innovations, pushing both companies to deliver even better solutions for customers in commercial, industrial, and packaging sectors.

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Dx Industry Notes for 9/18/2024

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AI is the X Factor of Digital Transformation in the Energy Industry

  • SLB CEO Olivier Le Peuch highlights AI's pivotal role in reshaping the energy sector.
  • Emphasis on leveraging AI for operational efficiency and innovation.
  • Discusses potential impacts on sustainability and resource management.

AI And Leadership: How To Thrive In The Digital Transformation Age

  • Leaders must embrace AI to navigate the challenges of digital transformation.
  • Importance of fostering a culture that prioritizes technological literacy.
  • Strategies for leveraging AI to enhance decision-making and productivity.

Digital Transformation and AI Implementation: Best Practices for Food and Beverage Companies

  • Insights on initiating digital transformation in the food and beverage sector.
  • Importance of integrating AI to improve efficiency and product quality.
  • Case studies showcasing successful AI implementations.

Core Modernisation: Enhancing the Digital Transformation of Financial Institutions

  • Financial institutions are rapidly adopting digital transformation strategies.
  • Focus on modernizing core systems to enhance customer experience.
  • Discussion of regulatory challenges and compliance in the digital era.

How Agencies Can Use Fiscal Year-End Funds to Drive Transformation

  • Agencies encouraged to leverage year-end funds for digital transformation initiatives.
  • Importance of building a culture of continuous learning and adaptability.
  • Examples of successful transformations in public sector agencies. Read

Nigeria Seeks Digital Transformation for a Stronger Economy

  • The Nigerian government launches initiatives for widespread digital transformation.
  • Focus on enhancing productivity across various sectors through technology.
  • Plans for infrastructure improvements to support economic growth.

Public Digital Transformation Will Be Challenged by Austerity

  • The Labour government's policy approach aims to prioritize digital transformation.
  • Challenges posed by budget constraints in the public sector.
  • Strategies for maintaining momentum despite financial limitations. Read

Smart Cities and Digital Transformation: A Roadmap for Sustainable Urban Development

  • Concept of digital twins transforming urban planning and management.
  • Benefits of integrating digital technologies in city infrastructure.
  • Vision for sustainable urban development through smart technologies.

How Your Sales Team Can Catch Up on Digital and AI Tools

  • Sales teams must adopt digital tools to stay competitive in the market.
  • Strategies for integrating AI to enhance customer engagement and sales processes.
  • Recommendations for training and resources to support digital adoption.

Insurance Needs to Be as Digital as the Millennials and Gen Zs It Wants as Customers

  • Emphasis on the need for insurance companies to engage younger customers digitally.
  • Importance of providing flexible options and clear communication in services.
  • Examples of successful digital engagement strategies in the insurance sector.

Railway Industry Digital Transformation | Efficiency & Safety

  • Advanced technologies are being integrated to enhance safety and efficiency in railways.
  • Focus on real-time data analysis for operational improvements.
  • Future trends in digital transformation for the railway sector.

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Today's Hacked!

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9/18/2024

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Recent Hacking Incidents and Cybersecurity Concerns

  • FBI says Iran sent Joe Biden's presidential campaign info hacked from Donald Trump's campaign
    Iranian hackers reportedly sent unsolicited information stolen from Donald Trump's campaign to individuals associated with President Biden's campaign.
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  • Iran attempted to pass hacked Trump campaign info to Biden campaign
    U.S. intelligence agencies confirmed that Iran attempted to share hacked information from Donald Trump's campaign with Biden's team, although there is no evidence of a response.
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  • FBI says it has disrupted major Chinese hacking operation that threatened US critical infrastructure
    The FBI seized control of a network of hacked routers and devices linked to a major Chinese hacking operation that posed a threat to U.S. critical infrastructure.
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  • X hacking spree fuels "$HACKED" crypto token pump-and-dump
    An ongoing hacking spree on the platform X has led to a successful pump-and-dump scheme involving the $HACKED Solana token, with users rushing to buy.
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  • 'CH loves Trump': Hacked traffic sign in Chapel Hill catches drivers off guard
    A digital traffic sign in Chapel Hill was hacked to display a message endorsing Donald Trump, surprising passing drivers.
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  • Hacker tried to give stolen Trump material to Biden campaign, U.S. says
    The FBI reported that an alleged hacker attempted to share stolen material from Trump’s campaign with individuals associated with Biden's campaign.
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  • FBI says Iran sent hacked Trump info to Biden campaign
    Emails containing hacked information from the Trump campaign were sent to individuals associated with Biden's campaign in mid-2024, according to the FBI.
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  • US says Iran sent info from Trump hack to Biden associates
    Iranian hackers distributed information stolen from Trump’s campaign to people linked to the Biden campaign, as confirmed by U.S. intelligence.
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  • US FBI strikes second Chinese hacking group, director says
    The FBI has disrupted a second major Chinese hacking group, referred to as "Flax Typhoon," as part of ongoing efforts to counter cyber threats.
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  • Chapel Hill drivers stunned by hacked NCDOT sign changed to 'CH loves Trump'
    Drivers in Chapel Hill were surprised when a digital traffic sign was hacked to display a pro-Trump message, creating a buzz on social media.
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  • Claims of Hacked U.S. Voter Data Likely Misinformation, FBI Warns
    The FBI and CISA released a joint announcement warning that claims about hacked U.S. voter data are likely misinformation intended to create confusion.
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  • Santa Cruz County account seemingly targeted in national social media hack
    The official Santa Cruz County X account appears to have been hacked during a wider trend of social media hacks affecting various organizations.
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  • Exploding pagers join long history of killer communications devices
    A report discusses how Israel has utilized communication devices, including pagers, for tracking and targeting enemies, highlighting the dark side of technology.
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  • Justice Department disrupts vast Chinese hacking operation that infected consumer devices
    The FBI has disrupted a hacking operation linked to the Chinese government that targeted consumer devices and universities across the U.S.
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  • British MPs and international organisations hacked on X
    Several accounts, including those of British MPs and the World Health Organization, were hacked, posting messages about their compromised status.
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  • Police make arrests after hacking Ghost encrypted comms app
    An international police operation successfully penetrated an encrypted communications app used by organized criminals, leading to several arrests.
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  • Sen. Cruz: Federal Government Has Lousy Track Record of Protecting Data From Cyberattacks
    In a Senate hearing, Sen. Ted Cruz criticized the federal government's effectiveness in safeguarding data against increasing cyberattacks.
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  • Gang Got $75 Million for Cencora Hack in Largest Known Ransom
    A cybercriminal gang received $75 million in ransom after hacking Cencora Inc., marking one of the largest known extortion amounts in history.
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Katun introduces Arivia A3 MFPs for US Market

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I received the notification last week about the Katun press conference, though I had no idea what the press release was for. Throughout my 40-plus-year career, I’ve always known Katun as a reputable supplier of parts and supplies for our industry.

About six to eight weeks ago, Kay Fernandez sent me a private message letting me know she had registered on our site as a member. Kay resigned from Konica Minolta this spring and has since joined Katun as the Vice President of Global Marketing.

Last week also brought the announcement that Fujifilm has officially entered the U.S. market through Marco. Did I miss all the signs leading up to Katun releasing their own line of A3 MFPs? As it turns out, the product launch is for eleven A3 MFPs—five monochrome and six color. The press release also mentioned this as their "initial" launch, suggesting more MFPs could be on the way. Will it be production devices, A4 models, or both? Time will tell.

The Questions

I have many questions and would love for Katun to help me understand why the U.S. copier market needs another dealer.

  • Why introduce new devices in a market already saturated with OEMs and declining page volumes?
  • Are the devices manufactured by Fujifilm? (They certainly look like it.)
  • Will Katun sell these directly to office equipment dealers, or will they go through a wholesaler like Xerox does?
  • If they sell directly to dealers, will there be a quota involved?
  • Will dealers need to become authorized for sales, service, and support for the Arivia brand?

The History

Remember Muratec? About five years ago, Konica Minolta acquired them, which made sense as Muratec had been reselling KM MFPs and a line of label printers. Muratec was the last reseller of MFPs that didn’t require dealers to meet quotas for machines or supplies. This meant someone like me could start a dealership with minimal capital, avoiding the massive investments required by Canon, Xerox, Ricoh, or KM.

Small dealerships have always been the catalyst for growth, with many expanding into larger operations. That’s why I appreciate Katun offering entrepreneurs the opportunity to start their own business with a modest investment.

The Box

Who is the OEM? It looks to me like Fujifilm is the OEM. It wouldn’t make sense for Xerox to offer another line of distribution. Just last week, Fujifilm announced their partnership with Marco. What surprised me about that deal was that Marco didn’t private-label the Fujifilm devices—I thought that would have been a brilliant move for their branding, given their national footprint.

When I first heard a few years ago that Fujifilm was planning to enter the U.S. market, I suggested one of the mega dealers secure a private-label deal with them. Major players like RJ Young, Pacific Automation, Marco, or UBEO could have launched their own brand, much like Katun just did. It seems the mega dealers missed that opportunity, but Katun didn't.

Katun, if you're reading this, Greg Walters and I would love to have you on our "Ask Us Anything" show. It would be a fantastic way to answer the many questions dealers and industry professionals have.

-=Good Selling=-

 
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Hacked

Today's Hacked!

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Hacked!

9/16/2024

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Recent Hacking Incidents and Cybersecurity Concerns



  • Cybersecurity concerns grow after Delta Prime hacked of $6M
    Attackers have stolen over $6 million in stablecoins, which have since been swapped to Ethereum (ETH). This is an ongoing hack, raising cybersecurity concerns in the crypto space.
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  • FBI and CISA debunk claims of hacked voter information
    The FBI and CISA have dispelled claims about voter information being hacked, emphasizing that misinformation should be carefully evaluated, especially ahead of upcoming elections.
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  • Facebook users report pages were hacked to scam friends
    Multiple Facebook users have reported that their accounts were hacked and used to scam friends by asking for money under false pretenses.
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  • Local 'Cat Café' works to overcome hacked social media accounts
    A local Cat Café's social media accounts were hacked, making it difficult for them to connect with customers. They are now working to rebuild their online presence.
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  • FBI says US public should take extra care when reading "hacked" poll data
    The FBI has urged the public to be cautious when encountering claims of hacked poll data, stating that no attacks have compromised election integrity so far.
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  • Councilman warns of hacked Facebook account
    A La Porte County Councilman warns that his former Facebook account was hacked and is being used to request money. He advises the public not to engage with these fraudulent messages.
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  • You've Been Hacked! How to Keep Your Social Media Accounts Safe
    With nearly 90% of users knowing someone whose account has been hacked, this article provides tips on securing your social media accounts against cyberattacks.
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  • 3 Nashville, TN councilmembers' Instagram accounts hacked by cybercriminals
    Three Nashville councilmembers discovered that their Instagram accounts were hacked by cybercriminals. Authorities are investigating the incidents.
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  • Wise County EMA Facebook page hacked
    The Facebook page of Wise County Emergency Management Agency was hacked, causing disruption to its social media communication with the public.
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  • FBI, CISA Warn of Fake Voter Data Hacking Claims
    The FBI and CISA are urging the public to critically evaluate any claims of hacked or leaked voter information, reminding people that such claims are often exaggerated or false.
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  • China Using Powerful Hacking Firms to Run Its Espionage War
    Chinese cybersecurity companies are leveraging domestic hacking contests and university talent to enhance their capabilities and run espionage operations against global entities.
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  • How Secure Are Polk County Elections? LkldNow Tried to Hack Them (Hypothetically)
    LkldNow explored hypothetical scenarios on how Polk County's elections could be hacked, conducting a deep dive at the Supervisor of Elections Office to test the system's security.
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-=Stay Safe=-

 
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MSP & MSSP & IT Industry Notes

MSP & MSSP & IT Industry Notes for 9/15/2024

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September 15th, 2024

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Why partnering with ARCOA makes sense
Electronics Recycling is an important and profitable part of the IT asset lifecycle, but it can be overwhelming with all you already do, varying state regulations, and the limited resources at hand. That’s where ARCOA comes in. When you partner with ARCOA, you get all the benefits of a big company without any of the capital investment. We’ve been doing this since 1989 and have the expertise, certifications, and nationwide resources to get the most for all your clients’ retired IT assets. Plus, positioning your clients as environmental stewards not only elevates their appeal to consumers, it meets government requirements and avoids fines.

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Our role is to make it easy for you to bring more value to your clients. We work with you to help stretch your clients’ IT budget by reducing the total cost of ownership of their electronics. We’re experts at identifying and implementing the solutions your clients need for the end-of-use re-marketing, recovery, and recycling of their technology assets. The sooner you involve ARCOA, the sooner you and your client.

Notes from last week

Human vs. AI: Measuring the Impact of Automated Content

  • Tools like ChatGPT are growing fast, but doubts remain about content quality.
  • Human vs. AI content: Human content beats AI in accuracy, readability, and brand tone, highlighting the need for human oversight.
  • AI's role: AI aids in research and brainstorming, but can't replace human creativity.
  • Quality over quantity: Brands must prioritize authentic, human-driven content to maintain audience trust

Screwloose IT and White Rook Cyber Strategic Merger

  • Screwloose IT and White Rook Cyber join forces to enhance cybersecurity and IT services.
  • Merger combines Screwloose IT’s tech expertise with White Rook’s cybersecurity prowess to offer comprehensive solutions.
  • Merger positions both companies for expanded market reach and increased service offerings.Clients will benefit from enhanced security, improved IT services, and more robust support across industries.

TeamLogic IT Named to Channel Futures MSP 501 List and CRN Solution Provider 500 List ...

  • TeamLogic IT earns spots on both the Channel Futures MSP 501 and CRN Solution Provider 500 lists.
  • Accolades highlight TeamLogic IT’s excellence in managed IT services and solution delivery.
  • Company’s focus on innovation and customer satisfaction drives its continued success and industry recognition.
  • Clients can expect top-tier IT services, trusted by industry leaders and recognized for exceptional performance.

Unlocking Machine Learning with Synthetic Data

  • Synthetic data is emerging as a powerful tool for advancing machine learning models.
  • Enhances data privacy, reduces biases, and accelerates model training by providing diverse, scalable datasets.
  • Synthetic data is being used across industries like healthcare, finance, and autonomous vehicles to simulate real-world scenarios.
  • As adoption grows, synthetic data will continue to unlock new possibilities for more accurate and efficient machine learning solutions.

Tequity's Advises MSP Firm, Lanworks, on Acquisition by Osprey Technology Solutions

  • Tequity advises Lanworks on its acquisition by Osprey Technology Solutions, strengthening its market position.
  • Acquisition combines Lanworks’ managed IT services expertise with Osprey’s broader tech capabilities.
  • Merger provides both companies with expanded resources and access to new market segments.
  • Customers will benefit from enhanced service offerings and more comprehensive IT solutions.

Mitiga Launches Innovative Cloud Managed Detection and Response (MDR) Service to ...

  • Introduces a new Cloud Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service to enhance cybersecurity for cloud environments.
  • Service offers real-time threat detection, rapid incident response, and continuous monitoring for cloud-based infrastructure.
  • Aimed at addressing the rising threats in cloud security, this solution caters to businesses across sectors.
  • Clients gain improved cloud security, faster response to incidents, and proactive threat management.

Ricoh Modernizes to the Cloud

  • Ricoh Company, Ltd. choses Informatica’s Intelligent Data Management Cloud™ (IDMC) to accelerate its GLIDER data infrastructure project, which aims to centralize and modernize data management to support its digital transformation efforts.
  • GLIDER initiative consolidates sales, inventory, and operations data from over 50 Ricoh Group companies globally, centralizing data processing and analysis to promote efficient Return On Invested Capital (ROIC) management.
  • Ricoh is moving its workloads from Informatica’s PowerCenter on-premises platform to the AI-powered, cloud-native IDMC, reusing PowerCenter assets to save on migration costs and efforts.
  • IDMC offers a user-friendly interface, a low-code/no-code environment, and flexibility, improving operational efficiency and enabling quicker, trusted data access for better customer service and satisfaction.
  • Informatica Japan's IDMC platform supports Ricoh's global data integration, helping Ricoh achieve operational excellence, improve customer experience, and deliver high-quality digital services.

Lock in on Cyber Security with ARCOA

  • IT Asset Disposition (ITAD): Manages the secure disposition of end-of-life IT equipment
  • Data Destruction: Ensures sensitive data is completely erased from devices before disposal
  • Asset Remarketing: Resells refurbished IT assets to maximize value recovery
  • Recycling Services: Provides environmentally responsible recycling of electronics
  • Compliance & Reporting: Offers documentation and reporting to meet regulatory standards
  • Secure Logistics: Handles the safe transport of IT assets throughout the disposal process

Ricoh to cut 2,000 jobs globally

  • reported on Nikkei Asia
  • Ricoh will cut 2,000 jobs globally, focusing on its office equipment division as part of its digital transition.
  • 1,000 employees in Japan will be offered early retirement from Oct. 2024 to Feb. 2025.
  • Ricoh expects a 16 billion yen ($112M) severance cost but aims to boost profits by 9 billion yen annually from 2026.
  • Shrinking printer demand is driving Ricoh to focus on digital services like AI and data management.
  • Konica Minolta is also cutting 2,400 jobs, forming a joint venture with Fujifilm for office machine components.

Fujifilm Partners with Marco Technologies to Expand U.S. Office and Production Print ...

  • Collaborates with Marco Technologies to expand its office and production print presence in the U.S.
  • Partnership combines Fujifilm’s print technology with Marco’s expertise in managed services to enhance market reach.
  • Collaboration opens new opportunities for both companies in the office and production print sectors.
  • Clients will experience improved print solutions, broader product offerings, and enhanced service support.

Kyocera says print smart, stay secure

  • Launches its "Print Smart, Stay Secure" initiative to promote secure and efficient printing solutions.
  • Campaign emphasizes protecting sensitive data with advanced security features in Kyocera’s print technology.
  • Cncourages businesses to optimize printing workflows, reducing costs while maintaining security.
  • Clients benefit from enhanced document security, cost-effective printing, and streamlined operations.

Lexmark Acquires AccessVia LEXINGTON, Ky.

  • Announces the acquisition of AccessVia to strengthen its software solutions portfolio.
  • Acquisition integrates AccessVia’s signage creation software with Lexmark’s printing capabilities.
  • Move expands Lexmark’s offerings in the retail and signage sectors, enhancing its market presence.
  • Clients gain access to innovative, integrated print and signage solutions, improving operational efficiency and branding.

TWAIN Direct Developers Day Set to Ignite Innovation at Safety Harbor Resort & Spa, Florida November 13-14

  • TWAIN Direct Developers Day is scheduled to take place at Safety Harbor Resort & Spa, Florida, on November 13-14.
  • Event aims to drive innovation in document scanning and printing technologies by bringing together industry developers.
  • Attendees will engage in workshops, presentations, and networking opportunities to explore advancements in TWAIN Direct technology.
  • Developers and industry professionals will gain insights into new trends, share ideas, and collaborate on innovations in the scanning and printing space.

CompassMSP Recognized on CRN's 2024 MSP 500 List

  • Named to CRN’s 2024 MSP 500 List, highlighting its excellence in managed services.
  • Inclusion underscores CompassMSP’s leadership and innovation in providing top-tier IT solutions.
  • List recognizes companies for their ability to deliver high-quality managed services and demonstrate growth and leadership in the MSP sector.

Magna5 Expands National Footprint and Strengthens Managed IT Services Offerings ...

  • Expands its national footprint and enhances its managed IT services offerings.
  • Expansion aims to increase market presence and improve service delivery across the U.S.
  • Strengthens its managed IT services to provide more comprehensive solutions and support to clients.

Konica Minolta’s Laura Blackmer Named a 2024 Inclusive Channel Leader by CRN

  • Laura Blackmer of Konica Minolta is named a 2024 Inclusive Channel Leader by CRN.
  • Accolade honors Blackmer’s contributions to fostering inclusivity and leadership within the channel industry.
  • Recognition highlights Blackmer’s role in advancing diversity and inclusion in the technology sector.
  • Konica Minolta benefits from enhanced visibility and reputation in the industry, showcasing its commitment to inclusive leadership.

 
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This Week in the Copier Industry 15 Years Ago

This Week in the Copier Industry 15 Years Ago

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This Week in Copiers Fifteen Years Ago

Second Week of September 2009

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Real Copier Sales

There's a saying that you can't teach an old dog new tricks! I don't believe it! Here's a few tips that you must have before going to any appointment.
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Yup, have a few handy, and a few credit apps, never know when you're going to make a mistake...... more here

Check Out These Great Copier Threads from Fifteen Years Ago This Week

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Top 8 MFP Copier Sales Tips "Be Prepared"

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have a questions for buying time frame,and isthis anyone else that needs to be included in the decision making and if you are going to lease or purchase. Apps Do you have the latest apps downloaded on your smart phone or tablet? If not load em now. I have all of them and can demo them at a moments notice. "Eat what you cook", show them you're a fan of the technology also! From experience don't leave your home or office with out these tools. -=Good Selling=-
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Konica Minolta Offers High-Quality Prints and Finishing Variety with bizhub PRO 1200

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PRO 1200 Series is available now through Konica Minolta's North American direct sales and authorized dealer sales channels. The manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for the bizhub PRO 1200 is $74,900; the bizhub PRO 1200P is $65,900; and the bizhub PRO 1051 is $62,590. Witness firsthand the award-winning technology at Konica Minolta’s booth (#6118) at PRINT 2009 (September 11 through September 16) at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Ill. To reserve a place at the press
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Konica Minolta Selected as Supplier of the Year by Allegra Network

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Ramsey, N.J. and Northville, MI. (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 9, 2009 -– Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, today announced that it has received the 2009 Supplier of the Year award from Allegra Network, the franchisor for the Allegra Print & Imaging, American Speedy Printing, Insty-Prints, Zippy Print and Speedy Printing print brands. The award was presented during
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A & A Office Systems Now Offering Esteemed Konica Minolta Product Line

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over two decades they have achieved this success by combining the Savin product line with various document management solutions and print assessment options. In taking on the Konica Minolta line, they will be able to present alternative methods of cost savings to their clients and have a more comprehensive product line for the customer to choose from. As one of the largest independent dealers in New England, A&A has flourished by focusing on each customer’s individual workflows and offering
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Advanced Fiery Technology Now Available on Konica Minolta Color Digital Presses

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the second consecutive year, Konica Minolta was recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys. For more information, please visit www.CountOnKonicaMinolta.com . About EFI EFI (www.efi.com) is a world leader in customer-focused digital printing innovation. EFI's award-winning solutions, integrated from creation to print, deliver increased performance, cost savings and productivity. The company's robust product portfolio includes Fiery digital color
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KYOCERA Develops World's Fastest Inkjet Printhead

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print width, at 4.25 inches - enabling convenient printhead arrangement. Collectively, these features reflect Kyocera's commitment to lead the digital on-demand market with continuous technological advancement. Kyocera will display the new printhead at the Japan Graphic Arts Show 2009 from October 6 through 10 at the Tokyo Big Sight. *World's fastest drop-on-demand inkjet printing based on Kyocera testing as of August 31, 2009. -- Product Information Product Name KJ4B-JF06 Inkjet Printhead Size
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Konica Minolta Renews Title Sponsorship of the Face-Off Classic

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events that help achieve business objectives. This makes a strong statement about the position of lacrosse in the sports marketplace and the ability of this event to attract more fans to the game. With Konica Minolta's partnership we expect this year's event to be the best ever." "Our entire organization looks forward to continuing our commitment with the game of lacrosse, especially with our decision to renew our title sponsorship of the Konica Minolta Face-Off Classic," said Kevin P. Kern, vice
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EFI to Display Recession-Busting Products and Showcase Record Number of New Solutions

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in booth 2500 (Sept. 11-16th, Chicago`s McCormick Place) and in partner booths, including Canon U.S.A., Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Ricoh Americas Corporation, Xerox Corporation and others. The newest versions of EFI solutions will be highlighted, including the next-generation Fiery digital print server; EFI VUTEk superwide digital inkjet printers; EFI Rastek UV wide format printers; EFI Jetrion industrial inkjet printing systems; and print management, web-to-print, proofing and
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Konica Minolta’s bizhub PRO C65hc Receives Acclaimed “Pantone-licensed” Certification

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Ramsey, NJ (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 9, 2009 -- Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, today announced that Konica Minolta’s award-winning bizhub PRO® C65hc with supporting technology from both CREO (IC-304 Plus Print Controller) and EFI (Fiery® IC-305 v3.0 server) has acquired PANTONE® Color approval and licensing thanks to its consistent color reproducibility
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RICOH ANNOUNCES UPDATED ENHANCED LOCKED PRINT NX AND ADDITION OF FLEXRELEASE SERVER O

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MFP or printer increases workflow and productivity, while allowing network administrators to create a secure printing environment for their organizations.” To learn more about Ricoh’s full line of products, please visit www.ricoh-usa.com . About Ricoh Americas Corporation Ricoh Americas Corporation, headquartered in West Caldwell, N.J., is a subsidiary of Ricoh Company Ltd., the 73-year-old leading supplier of office automation equipment and electronics, with fiscal year 2008 sales in excess of
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Randall dumps Toshiba copier in lease

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copier bids. The town needed a different copier, supervisor Robert Gehring contended when he offered to explore other options, because the one they have was manufactured by Toshiba. As a matter of principal, Gehring disagrees with the lease or purchase of any product of Toshiba. “There are questions of security involving this organization,” Gehring said when the product’s lease agreement came up for discussion last month. “This outfit should not have been allowed to continue to do business in
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Re: Another Ricoh Dealer Takes on Konica Minolta

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and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, today announced A&A will now carry the full Konica Minolta product line alongside the Savin product line that they have prospered with for the past 25 years. A&A will become a certified vendor for the entire Konica Minolta product line including their multifunctional office products, production print systems, and complimented fully by Konica Minolta’s print management services. A&A Office Systems has been in business for 48 years
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PRINT 09: Xerox, XMPie Capture 21 Awards

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The companies garnered a total of eight honors in the annual “Must See ‘ems” award program. In addition, Xerox earned 13 Gold Ink awards for excellence in digital printing technology in commercial print and graphic arts environments. “Must See ‘ems” award wins The “Must See ‘ems” awards, sponsored by PrintCom Consulting Group, are given to the most unique, innovative and compelling products and services on display at Print 09. Products and services are recognized based on an independent
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Canon U.S.A. Showcases imagePRESS Printing Solution for Healthcare Professionals at A

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LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Making it easier and more affordable for healthcare professionals to produce high-quality prints, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging technologies, will showcase the Canon imagePRESS C1+ color printing solution with Virtual Imaging’s Cypher DICOM Print Solution1 at the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) 2009 Annual Meeting and Exposition at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas (August 10th – 12th, booth #409). The imagePRESS C1
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Ricoh Aficio MP 161SPF (Savin 816MF) scanning problem with Vista

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Does anyone know if the 161SPF (Savin 816MF) has a problem scanning to a folder in Vista? My customer switched over to a new PC with Vista and now we cannot get it to scan to a folder. Have set the correct IP and have shared out a folder with permissions and still no luck. It just fails from the 816 right away. I have teh path in teh 816 set with the Ip address\\scans where teh scans folder in on the C:\ drive. There is some kind of virus software he uses but it is not flagging anything with
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Sharp UK launches major new release of its Printer Administration Utility

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Sharp UK launches major new release of its Printer Administration Utility Thursday September 10th 2009, 8:28 am This post was published in our Document Systems , Sharp Electronics UK category. Making life easier for network administrators: new features offer remote operation, grouping and central management of printers and MFPs London, 10 September 2009 – Sharp Electronics has announced the 5th version of its popular Printer Administration Utility (PAU), with several new features designed
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Print 09 Media Days Ricoh Carl Joachim

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Print09 Xerox MythBusters

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Print 09 Xerox Concept Color 220

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Inside Xerox Booth at Print 09

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Canon Business Solutions Reaches Milestone with the Installation of Its 500th imagePR

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demand," added Knapp. The Canon imagePRESS line represents the largest single-engine R&D investment in Canon's history. Capable of printing images up to 1200 x 1200 dots-per-inch (dpi) resolution with an exceptional level of quality, the imagePRESS C7000VP prints at 70 letter-sized pages per minute (ppm), including media up to 110lb cover stock. The imagePRESS C7000VP reflects Canon`s commitment to enabling businesses of all sizes to capitalize on years of intensive R&D in digital color imaging
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Xerox Adds to Industry-Leading Line of Nuvera Production Printers; Strengthens Leader

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* Two new tandem-engine MICR products securely print documents * New finishing options designed for entire Xerox Nuvera line maximize productivity * Enhancements to Xerox Nuvera EA systems improve uptime CHICAGO--(Business Wire)-- Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX) has strengthened its position as the leader in digital black-and-white production printing with the introduction of the Xerox Nuvera® 200 and 288 MX Perfecting Production Systems. These MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) products
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Xerox Unveils Coated Paper Made from Sustainable Sources for Marketing Brochures, Dir

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coated side and the second side can serve as a canvas for the vehicle specifications. In addition to print jobs that require the highest level of image quality and color matching, the affordability of the paper makes it useful for more basic presentations and marketing pieces. Xerox Digital C1S paper can be used on Xerox's entire cut-sheet, laser digital printing portfolio. The stock has an exclusive three-ply construction for a smooth front-side and back-side. Special coating chemistry provides
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Toshiba announces strategic agreement with HP

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customer. In addition, access to HP's line of laser jet products allows dealers to strengthen their Managed Print Services (MPS) program offerings for customers who already have HP as their single-function printer provider. Toshiba America Business Solutions is an independent operating company of electronics company Toshiba Corporation.
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Solid Long-Term Growth for Color Laser Printers and MFPs in EMEA

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purchase of these extremely high value products. IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Hardcopy Peripherals Tracker tracks A2-A4 devices in the quarterly hardcopy peripherals market. Hardcopy Peripherals include single-function printers, printer-based multifunction systems, and single-function digital copiers (SF DC). Data for all vendors is reported for calendar periods. For more information about IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Hardcopy Peripherals Tracker in EMEA, please contact Phil Sargeant (psargeant@idc.com
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TWIX "This Week in Xerox" 9/09/09

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TWIX "This Week in Xerox" 9/09/09 Gathered from Print4Pay Hotel Members from around the world and a few moles in very good places! Xerox’s business in New Zealand, which operates under name of Fuji Xerox, reported a loss of $15.6 million during the last fiscal year. After a complaint was filed by Fishers Document Systems Inc., the Meridian School District of Boise, Idaho announced it would recant its copier bid award to Xerox. The district will now send out another request for proposals for its
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Canon Business Solutions Announces New Support Tools to Help Drive In-Plant/CRD Busin

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.* In addition, it assists those shifting their business model from a cost center to a profit center by providing users with sales, marketing, operational and educational tools such as e-learning and mentoring programs aimed at promoting their services to both internal and external customers who require targeted and customized business communications. While many suppliers have provided similar type support to the commercial print and print-for-pay markets, this program is specifically designed
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New Xerox 7002 pricing

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Just saw this on a site for production print: Xerox 7002 pricing revealed. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi all, We're very close to buying a Canon 6000 over here (Instead of a X700). The Xerox people panicked and came out with an offer today on the brand spanking new X7002. 66 Month Lease Machine (No extras): $ 1019.99 EX8002LG EFI Server: $1277.19 Color: .0486 B&W: .0144 It's very aggressively priced, I'll give them that much, but it's
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Re: Print Control/Mgmt

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. What it comes down to is you. At Print Audit, we know that your recommendation is what causes sales for us. If you trust that PCS Director is a great product and that we will take care of your customer then suggest it and make some money. Sometimes your customer will buy something cheaper but most of the time they will take your recommendation. Please continue the conversation. Also, please feel free to contact me directly: John MacInnes President Print Audit 403 685-4932 By the way, P4P Hotel
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Re: Canon & HP "Two MFP GIANTS for an Alliance"

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support for such jointly produced devices. HP's printer business tends to add new functions to the standard office printer, from adjustable color printing to secure scanning and faxing of documents. Hurd said in a Webcast Monday that the expanded alliance will allow both companies to offer new Web-enabled products and services. Each will gain access to the other device management software and future products from each will be included in their joint offerings. HP will get access to the Canon imageWare
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New Xerox product debuting this week

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Xerox Corp. is putting out a new iGen4 product — the iGen4 220 Perfecting Press. The Connecticut-based printing and imaging company manufactures its iGen4 line of high-end color digital printing presses in Webster. The 220, which also will be made in Webster, is two iGen4 110 print engines working in tandem. According to Xerox, it can handle volumes of up to 7 million images a month but takes up less space than two iGen4 110 printers standing side by side. Xerox is debuting the machine this
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Canon Set to Release ImageRUNNER ADVANCE Series

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take multifunction printing and copying to advanced levels and provide the easy workflow integration necessary for organisations to reduce print costs and implement a successful, secure and more environmentally friendly print strategy. So far no other information has been released by Canon, but be sure to keep checking back to http://www.canoncopiers.co.uk/photocopier-news for all the most up to date information about these devices, we will be sure to post new information as soon as we get it.
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RISO Introduces High-Speed Inkjet Accessories for Envelope and MICR Check Printing

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RISO, Inc., a leader in digital printing technology, today announced that it has entered into an exclusive partnership with Kirk-Rudy to market a high-speed, full-color inline MICR check printing solution called MICR-Mate®. MICR-Mate works specifically with RISO`s inkjet printers to produce up to 120 checks per minute. Checks are printed in monochrome or color and with MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) images. The MICR-Mate inkjet solution simplifies short-run check printing with
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DOBSON — The Surry County Board of Education

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In other business, the board approved looking into a lease option with COECO for printers. The lease would provide printers for all of the schools in the district and would provide a more efficient and cost-saving service. It would provide every classroom with a black and white Kyocera printer and teachers would have access to a color printer. A version of this lease was tested at Meadowview Middle School last year and was deemed a success. “If they can print in the classrooms at a better
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TWIR "This Week in Ricoh"

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TWIR "This Week in Ricoh"! Gathered from Print4Pay Hotel Members from around the world and a few moles in very good places! Industry authors claim that Ron Potesky, former Senior VP of Marketing for Ricoh, will be taking a job as President of Pantone Corp. Ricoh’s InfoPrint division launched a new controller (not based on Fiery), for when it installs a relabeled Ricoh Pro C900 TWIR "This Week in Ricoh"
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Canon & HP "Two MFP GIANTS for an Alliance"

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Monday, September 14, 2009 Canon & HP "Two MFP GIANTS for an Alliance" One of the Print4Pay Hotels predictions for 2009 came full circle today. In a press release dated today, Canon announced that that HP will now resell Canon branded MPF's! The terms of the deal were not disclosed however it was noted that HP will sell the Canon brand now and in the future the model and name will shift to HP. Many questions will need to be answered such as: Canon & HP "Two MFP GIANTS for an Alliance"
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Re: Test Your Knowledge of the Copier Industry

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Minolta! 5. Toaster Type Heat unit woould be the correct answer! 6. It was Minolta and not Canon. 7. Tony Randall did Minolta commericals 8. Jack Klugman did Canon commericals, ah the Odd Couple! 9. 1947 10. Copyflo, however 63% voted for the CopyMaster. 11. 3 Trillion is correct, I thought it would have been more also! Thanx for playing and if someone has any good copier quiz questions, email them to me and we'll get another quiz going! art@p4photel.com
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Re: Ron Potesky & Ricoh

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Sounds as if Steve Burger will take over for Ron Potesky, thus remaining at Ricoh. However, that is only if no IKON executive is placed in the position that Ron Potesky vacated. Ironically, one of Ron's first assignments at Pantone will be to help promote the fact that the Konica Minolta 65hc has become Pantone certified!
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Xerox Chairman: “We’re Being Really Cautious”

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Don't Call, Don't Fax, Don't Email and Now Don't ....

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Thursday, September 10, 2009 Don't Call, Don't Fax, Don't Email and Now Don't .... Well......I really didn't have any words after I read this line in an article of What They Think. The "Do Not Mail" legislation that has been considered in 19 state legislatures would limit go here for rest of blog
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Can your Copier Do This???

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This scenario was emailed to me, the job is a walkup copy job. Since we have many members with multiplines, I'm thinking someones system should be able to get this done. Please tell us! This is a good one!this is a requirement that one of my end users...
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"Creaser" Finisher Inquiry

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I'm looking a a booklet "creaser" from Xerox that provides a score and a staple to pages and then delivers the stack to the output tray. The option does not automatically fold the stack into a booklet. I believed this to be unique to Xerox but have heard that this might be available in production systems from Konica Minolta or other MFRs. Do you know of this option being offered with production systems from any other MFRs. I've seen plenty of booklet makers etc, but none that fit this exact
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Print Audit $50 August Gift Card Winner is .....

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Here's the top three posters for the month! Old Glory wins by a nose! Old Glory please PM me with your address and I will forward to Print Audit for your $50 gift card!!!
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