This Week in the Copier Industry Five Years Ago
Third Week of October 2017
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Just about a week ago I was able to visit a client with an existing KIP 3000 multi-functional wide format device with hopes of providing a new Ricoh MP W6700SP. Seems the KIP 3000 had received quite a workout over the years and was closing in the end of it's useful life. After spending about fifteen minutes with the device and the operator... click here for the link below
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Konica Minolta Powers the Workplace of the Future™ Market with Solutions to Serve Customers’ Changing Needs at its FutuREady Conference
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customers,” said Rick Taylor, President and CEO, Konica Minolta. “We have proven that the Managed IT Services business, Enterprise Content Management, and Workplace of the Future technologies open new revenue streams and have a positive impact on MFP sales. This is a competitive differentiator for us and has proven successful, based on our continued revenue growth.” With a heavy emphasis on IT services that complement Konica Minolta’s existing print technologies, the company reminded dealers of
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Feiereisen Trade Finishing Partners with MGI & Konica Minolta for NextGen Digital Print Enhancement Services
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Feiereisen Trade Finishing Partners with MGI Konica Minolta forNextGen Digital Print Enhancement Services Customized 2D/3D Foil Special Effects, Faster Job Completion and Improved Production Processes are Key Benefits for Printers The JETvarnish 3D wtihAIS SmartScanner Intelligent Registration MELBOURNE, FL, USA ( October 16th, 2017 ) – Founded in 1933, Iowa-based Feiereisen Trade Finishing has been helping printers, mailers and packaging firms achieve postpress excellence for generations
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Epson Showcasing Latest Printer Technology and Hosting "Epson Print Academy" In-Booth Demonstrations at PhotoPlus Expo
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quality printing. In addition, presenters will be printing with the new SureColor ® P5000 professional 17-inch inkjet printer. Additional information on specific events and participating products follow. Epson Print Academy - Epson will be hosting a series of 30-minute presentations from some of the industry's top photographic printing experts. Presentations will demonstrate the process of optimizing files to create the highest quality prints. Epson SureColor P5000 Demonstration: - Epson will be
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Ricoh scoops prestigious design award for Accessibility App
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Ricoh Europe, London, 17 October 2017 – Ricoh today announced it has won a Good Design Award for its Accessibility App. The award is based on a comprehensive design-promotion system and recognises the company’s commitment to those with visual impairments. The Accessibility App builds on the inherent ease-of-use of Ricoh’s 10.1" Smart Operation Panel . It supports the efficient operation of Ricoh multifunction printers (MFPs) by workers with visual impairments thanks to: Larger buttons, fonts
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Sharp INTELLOS Security Robot Earns Two Industry Awards at ASIS
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thing for a manufacturer to claim it can satisfy security and safety needs. Demonstrating proof of concept is the tipping point for accelerated adoption and that's what Sharp has been able to do. Sharp is grateful to Security Sales Integration for assembling a panel of independent industry professionals, integrators and consultants, to evaluate the technical merits and ease of use for products, like the Sharp INTELLOS A-UGV." About Security Sales Integration (SSI) "The #1 Technology Business
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3 Value Based Sales Conversations To Engage The Modern Buyer
, you; then narrows down the field to the top 3 or 4 thus treating you all as commodities as you get whacked with the price hammer. In a 2016 study conducted by Hubspot , they found that sales representatives are acknowledging the shift in buyer behavior. "57% of salespeople agree that buyers are less dependent on sales during the buying process compared to a few years ago." Don't allow this to happen to you. Inspire the buyer to make a decision in your favor based on new insights and new ideas
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RJ Young Company Awarded RFG Circle of Excellence Award
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, representing 184 RFG (Ricoh Family Group) Dealers throughout the United States. These techs are in the top 6% of those participants. This award was designed to recognize Dealers who provide outstanding service and support in accordance with Ricoh's guidelines. The RFG Circle of Excellence aims for Ricoh to extend their appreciation for dealer’s participation and achievement. “It is an honor to receive this award for another year. I am so proud of all the technicians who received their Prestige
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Print Audit Releases 2015-2016 Comparative Industry Printing Statistics
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Print Audit Releases 2015-2016 Comparative Industry Printing Statistics By Angela Onstine, Oct 19, 2017 9:35:30 AM Calgary, Alberta – October 19th, 2017 – Print Audit® has released 2 powerful Insight BI dashboards that compare user, document and industry vertical print data for 2015 and 2016. The dashboards were compiled by gathering user-based data sets from end-user assessments for the periods. Read more »
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Canon C5240A Questions
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I have the opportunity to upgrade some Canon C5240A's. Couple of questions for everyone. Are these still current devices or discontinued? If discontinued what model would be the current replacement? I'm seeing .0126 for black on their current MA is that norm or high? I'm seeing .077 for color on their current MA is that norm or high? C5240 is 40 pages per minute in color and black correct? Thanx Art
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Toshiba under investigation by Japan's securities watchdog
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, but Toshiba and its auditor clashed on when the Tokyo-based company became aware of the losses at Westinghouse. The auditor eventually gave a qualified opinion, endorsing the report "with the exception of a specified concern." Westinghouse was removed from Toshiba's consolidated books after it filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S. read the rest here
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By The Numbers: 2015-2016 Industry Printing Statistics Are Out And The Details Are Surprising
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By The Numbers: 2015-2016 Industry Printing Statistics Are Out And The Details Are Surprising By West McDonald, Oct 19, 2017 9:29:17 AM We all know that “big data”, when gathered and analyzed, can tell a story like no other. Print Audit has run the numbers on user-based print behavior and compiled a compilation of some of the most interesting findings which you will read about now. We compiled rich user, document and device-based data from 2015 and 2016 and built Insight BI dashboards to help
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Re: Kyocera TASKalpha 5002i Questions
Yes, you have the ability to create folders and store documents to the machine and print when you need them.
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New Jersey HVAC Company Selects Ricoh MP W6700SP over OCE PlotWave 450
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Just about a week ago I was able to visit a client with an existing KIP 3000 multifunctional wide format device with hopes of providing a new Ricoh MP W6700SP. Seems the KIP 3000 had received quite a workout over the years and was closing in the end of it's useful life. After spending about fifteen minutes with the device and the operator, I found that the KIP 3000 was purchased pre-owned, and the volume was about 3,000 square feet a month, in addition the KIP 3000 has a dual roll paper feeder
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Epson Introduces New PowerLite 2000-Series Wireless and Portable Projectors
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Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to connecting people, things and information with its original efficient, compact and precision technologies. With a lineup that ranges from inkjet printers and digital printing systems to 3LCD projectors, smart glasses, sensing systems and industrial robots, the company is focused on driving innovations and exceeding customer expectations in inkjet, visual communications, wearables and robotics. Led by the Japan -based Seiko Epson Corporation, the
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Re: Wide Format Selling Techniques & Best Practices Webinar
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Please register for Print4Pay Hotel Wide Format Webinar on Oct 16, 2017 1:00 PM EDT at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.c.../2610758860394316801 •Overall Market review •Verticals (AEC) •Products: Multifunctional black, multifunctional color, color scanners, software •How to find accounts in verticals •Speak their Language •Marketing to those verticals •Selling Techniques P4P Premium members there is no cost. Non Premium Members cost is $19.95 Please RSVP below if you plan to attend as a Premium
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Re: Canon C5240A Questions
Monte ·
Yes. San Francisco canon dealer here. All the above is true call Monte at 415.286.1127 if I can help
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Another acquisition for Marco
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EOS seller Koestner Office Products Inc (KOPI) has been acquired by US tech provider Marco. Missouri-based KOPI specialises in selling, leasing and servicing office products, mostly copiers, and is a dedicated Lanier dealer. KOPI operations and employees will be merged with Marco with the deal expected to boost the company’s existing printer and copier offering in the region. Marco has 46 offices throughout the Midwest, serving 32,500 customers nationwide. This marks the 17 th acquisition by
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What China Showed Me
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of space inside the Zhuhai expedition hall. Within these booths, you would find print cartridge manufacturers, Chip Manufacturers, and Print management software developers to name a few. A visitor would believe that the world of Print is as lucrative as it was in 1980. In front of the expo hall stood one of the most elaborate Sheraton hotels on the planet. I must admit before coming to China. I thought of China as a completely different kind of competitor. Like many, I visualize depressing
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AtNetPlus Named 2017 Customer Service Awards Honoree
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STOW, Ohio, Oct. 17, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AtNetPlus, Inc ., a leader in information technology, IT security , cloud, and web solutions, announces they are an honoree of the Power Players of Cleveland 2017 Customer Service Award. The Customer Service Award recognizes companies, “who have demonstrated superior customer service and raise awareness of the importance of customer service in the business world.” Companies must be located in the 14-county region of Northeast Ohio. This year, 24
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James Imaging Systems acquires local branches of Illinois firm
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. James Imaging was founded in 1977 as a copier sales and repair business, and now offers managed print services, document software and document management solutions. It had about 75 employees pre-acquisition. James has been growing strategically in recent years, acquiring Waukesha-based Laser Tech Systems in 2013 and Union Grove-based Acme Office Equipment this year. “Ross Imaging has built a strong presence in the Sheboygan and Appleton areas, and this acquisition puts us in a positive position to
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Re: Canon C5240A Questions
NC_ACC ·
Art, New model is C55XX. The rates are a bit unrealistic (high). Depending on a guaranteed base (or not), more like .065 and .01 The C5540i
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5 Things Businesses Should NOT to Do on Social Media
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business owners are under the impression that a business account on Social Media should only be used to promote their business. Your audience does not use Social Media to only get direct sales messages, while they are using Social Media to research their purchases, they want to do it on their own time. If you are only posting sales messages and not providing useful and informative updates they will likely leave your page or turn off your updates. In addition to being annoying, the algorithm on most
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Lexmark Introduces Supply Chain Document Optimization for Manufacturing
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. Reduce expenses: Multipart forms and dot matrix printers are replaced with advanced, efficient laser technology that prints on demand using standard copier paper. Drive productivity: Electronic forms provide instant visibility to supply chain documents and eliminate delays caused by out-of-stock supplies and pre-printed forms. Support compliance: Information for audits and compliance requirements is immediately accessible. Lexmark manufacturing customers, including 70% of the top 50 manufacturers
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Re: Wide Format Selling Techniques & Best Practices Webinar
Tom T ·
Is this the new date? It was rescheduled again? How do I access this webinar? Do I receive a link?
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Re: Oce PlotWave 450 Scan Question
BCarroll ·
That is Fast! In my experience, the limiting factor in scanning w.f. originals isn't the hardware, it's the ability to load, position, and un-load the originals. I like the way my Savin machines can be easily converted to a "flat" scanner, which when used with a SureStack, can really scan fast! You are only limited by your ability to load the next original.
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Lexmark Introduces Downtime Assistant for Healthcare
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Lexmark Introduces Downtime Assistant for Healthcare New solution keeps information accessible when systems are down to help ensure continuity of care and patient safety. Lexmark International, Inc., a global imaging solutions leader, today announced the availability of Lexmark Downtime Assistant for Healthcare, a solution that leverages Lexmark multifunction printers (MFPs) to help healthcare delivery organizations maintain information access and continuity of care when systems are down
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Founders Advantage Capital Corp. Announces Fourth Acquisition - Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire a 50% Interest in Astley Gilbert Limited
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over 6,000 active customers in a wide range of industries. Astley Gilbert has the largest market share for architectural, engineering and construction (“AEC”) reproductive printing in Ontario, offering its customers same day AEC imaging in addition to online project management tools and onsite managed print services. Astley Gilbert’s clients include some of the largest AEC firms in Ontario and Astley Gilbert’s solutions are used in key infrastructure projects across Ontario. From airports to
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Datapipe Wins 2017 Frost & Sullivan Asia Pacific Managed Cloud Service Provider of the Year Award
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recognition from Frost Sullivan that acknowledges our leadership in the region once again.” Winners were selected through a rigorous methodology based on market performance indicators for the 2016 financial year. These metrics included revenue growth; market share in specific category and growth in market share; demonstrated leadership in new product introduction and innovation; breadth of products and solutions; major customer acquisitions; subscribers and growth in subscriber base; and business/market
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Re: New Jersey HVAC Company Selects Ricoh MP W6700SP over OCE PlotWave 450
NC_ACC ·
Art, Great selling job! However, some of your comments are not totally accurate. That's why I said "great selling job" before.
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Re: New Jersey HVAC Company Selects Ricoh MP W6700SP over OCE PlotWave 450
Good sales meeting topic!!
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Re: Toshiba giving machines away
24dude ·
I don’t have a copy yet but it seems there is a twist to toshiba’s bid as we were asked to come back for an additional meeting. Sounds like Toshiba hid some costs deep in there bid, I will update as hear more.
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