The Week in Copiers Ten Years Ago
Second Week of May 2011
I don't think many clients are brand loyal anymore. One of the questions I ask net new clients when we meet is "what brand do you have now, and what was what brand did you have before your current device?" If it's the same brand I then ask is it the same support company also? If the two are the same then the client has both brand and company loyalty. If the brand was different with the before device they then have no brand loyalty and if the support company is also different then there is no brand and no company loyalty. Now if the brand changed and the support company did not they have company loyalty. Always good questions to ask so you can understand how to position your company
Enjoy These Awesome Copier Threads from Ten Years Ago This Week!
Request for Proposal, May 3, 2011 Digital Copier – Printer – Scanner – Facsimile
This request for proposal is for one (1) digital copier-scanner-printer-fax to be located at 119 North Road, Brentwood, New Hampshire, 03833. The specifications and the information necessary to complete the proposal are listed in Attachment A and Vendor Specification Sheet of this Request for Proposal. Questions on proposal procedures and specifications and use of the unit may be directed to the Commissioners Office at 603-679-9350. Instructions: Two (2) copies of the proposal should be
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The Death of the Fax Machine "Finally"
Art Post (Guest) ·
of a lot of additional features that are offered that can help improve any companies efficiencies. If you’re the Big Brother type and you want to see all inbound and outbound faxes, or send faxes and have notifications in your mailbox, then you’re in luck. The main point I’m trying to make is that in today’s economy more clients want simple cost saving solutions. If you’re on the cutting edge of selling solutions, you can take this information and solution to bank. You won’t have to discount
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DOCUWISE Releases - PESO v2.2 Cloud Technology with Online Print Control
Art Post (Guest) ·
Manager. DOCUWISE is a Hybrid Managed Print Service Provider. DOCUWISE specializes in managed print solutions from print device monitoring and print cost reduction analysis to full TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) programs. The MPS solution includes Laser Printers, Copiers, MFDs (Multi-Function Devices), Fax Machines, Wide Format Printers and Plotters. DOCUWISE’s solution covers All Major print device brands and models. DOCUWISE is a manufacturer, delivering high quality consumable imaging supplies and
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Managed Print Services Client Support Specialist
Art Post (Guest) ·
clients’ effectiveness and productivity with the latest document solution technology since 1957. Representing award-winning product lines such as Lanier, Konica Minolta, Canon and HP, MOM is an established national leader of office solutions with a 53-year growth history. The Modern Office Methods Managed Print Services team is tenured well above industry average due to excellent income opportunities, personal growth opportunities and a complete benefits package- including an in-depth training
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Xerox and EFI Expand Mobile Print Options for On-the-Go Workers
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takes them,” said Elizabeth Fox, vice president, Solutions Business Unit, Xerox. “Xerox’s Mobile Print Solution allows workers to print from email-enabled smartphones, tablets and laptops –confidentially and on-demand. Public cloud printing through EFI PrintMe is a great addition to our offering.” With EFI PrintMe, workers simply upload their documents to http://www.PrintMe.com or email them from their favorite mobile device to print@printme.com . Jobs are sent via the cloud to any Extensible
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Global Imaging Systems Acquires Iowa-based Midwest Business Solutions
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management systems such as printers, copiers and multifunction devices; network integration services; and electronic presentation systems. As an office technology dealer, Global Imaging sells products from various suppliers including Xerox, Sharp and Konica Minolta. Xerox acquired Global Imaging Systems in 2007 and operates it as a wholly owned subsidiary within Xerox’s North American operations. About Xerox Xerox Corporation is a $22 billion leading global enterprise for business process and
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Horizon Digital Media signs for Ricoh Pro C901
Art Post (Guest) ·
Horizon Digital Media signs for Ricoh Pro C901 at Northprint By Helen Morris Thursday, 12 May 2011 Horizon Digital Media has diversified its offering after it signed for a Pro C901 graphic arts edition press from Ricoh. Be the first to comment The deal was signed for at Northprint, and will now be the commercial printer’s main machine and replace a Xerox at the company’s Cardiff-based facility. Kevin Ogden, managing director of 13 staffed Horizon Digital Media, said: "We have quite a few
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Photizo Group CEO Ed Crowley Named One of
Art Post (Guest) ·
for anyone looking to gain knowledge and insight on all things MPS. To read about the other individuals on the Top 40 list, visit http://www.theweekinimaging.com . # # # Media contact: Misty Hamel
Director of Media & Publishing 859.846.9830 mhamel@photizogroup.com About Photizo Group Photizo Group is the market’s main source for ongoing business intelligence about the rapidly growing opportunity of managed print services (MPS). MPS involves managing hardcopy device fleets (copiers, printers
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Canon unveils eCopy 5
Art Post (Guest) ·
05.10.11 Canon Australia has announced the new release of its scanning and workflow solution, eCopy 5, used in tandem with imageRUNNER ADVANCE multifunction printers (MFPs) to automate repeatable business activities. “Canon Australia has a long standing relationship with eCopy, selling it successfully for over 9 years. Version 5 enables businesses to greatly reduce the cost of capturing and managing paper by offering the ability to tackle paper forms processing directly from the MFP,” said Luke
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Sleepy Eye, Minn.
Art Post (Guest) ·
M/Seeboth, S/Windschitl, to authorize the purchase of a Toshiba color copier for the Highway Dept. from Copier Business Solutions in the amount of $4,990 plus sales tax in the amount of $343.06 for a total amount of $5,333.06 and three year maintenance agreement in the amount of $540/yr, carried. Additional quotes were received for a Canon and a Ricoh. http://www.sleepyeyenews.com/n...ices-for-May-12-2011
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C3 Office Solutions Opens Its Doors in Santa Ana
Art Post (Guest) ·
05/12/11 -- With a legacy of 17 years in the copier and document management business, newly formed C3 Office Solutions, a value-added service provider in document imaging, copiers, printers, scanners, managed print services and digital display solutions, has officially opened its office in Santa Ana, Calif. To celebrate, the family-owned company is holding an open house at their offices on May 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and one lucky attendee will win an Apple iPad 2. "When my husband Tony and I
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University saves A$1M a year with Managed Print Services
Art Post (Guest) ·
by employing Managed Print Services (MPS). Within the first 12 months, the university managed a “47% reduction in total printing costs and saved $1 million,” said Dr. Colin Adrian, Chief Executive of CIT. “We expect ongoing savings of A$1 million per annum over the next four years.” Under CIT’s new initiative - a partnership with Fuji Xerox - its printer fleet was consolidated and reduced from 494 to 199 devices. Printers were also relocated from multiple student labs to the PrintCentre, allowing
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Free Windows utility lowers your printing costs
Art Post (Guest) ·
overlapping pixels (of which there are many, apparently) from the printed page, thus reducing ink consumption. And it's compatible with pretty much all programs and printers. But does it work? And, more importantly, does it work better than your printer's own Draft mode, which ultimately accomplishes the same thing? I started by printing a few "mixed" Web pages (containing both text and graphics) on my laser printer. The good news: The PretonSaver Home-powered pages looked virtually indistinguishable
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Managed Print Services Customer Operations Manager
Art Post (Guest) ·
Managed Print Services Customer Operations Manager Lexmark - Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Job Description Responsible for the delivery of print services to Customer(‘s) satisfaction. Duties include working within a Customer Focus Team (CFT) to define proposed services requirements, creation of Statement of Work, implementation of services, managing on-going steady state, issue resolution and continuously improving the delivery of services. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responsible for
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Xerox CorporationXerox CorporationXerox Middle East
Art Post (Guest) ·
. For investor information, visit http://www.xerox.com/investor . Sawsan Ghanem, AMCIPR, Active PR Tel: +9714-3900228 E-mail: sawsan@activepr.biz Note: To receive RSS news feeds, visit http://news.xerox.com/pr/xerox/rss.aspx . For open commentary, industry perspectives and views from events visit http://twitter.com/xeroxcorp, http://twitter.com/xeroxoffice, http://twitter.com/xeroxproduction, http://twitter.com/servicesatxerox, http://twitter.com/xeroxevents, http://ww.xerox.com/blogs, http
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Have a lead for Color Print Production in LA
Art Post (Guest) ·
Nice lead, coming out of Canon iR105, wants Production Color System, buying time very soon! Contact me for details art@p4photel.com
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Photizo Group Wins Prestigious 2011 MPS Leadership Award
Art Post (Guest) ·
rapidly growing opportunity of managed print services (MPS). MPS involves managing hardcopy device fleets (copiers, printers, multifunction devices, and fax machines) in a unified fashion, often outsourcing this to an external vendor. Photizo Group provides the most complete body of research on the managed print services market. From its landmark MPS study in April 2008 to ongoing research covering North America, Europe and Asia, Photizo has emerged as a leader in dynamic business intelligence
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Start-up acquires five Quebec area solution providers
Art Post (Guest) ·
where the market is going with the copier and printer business converging into managed print services the equipment's all digital and connected to a network. So you have to have depth of IT capabilities and by combining copier with networking and managed print we can get a foothold in the market,” Hishon said. Citing several industry and market analyst reports, Hishon said that the hardware capital will be sources through services and by 2015 printers; copiers would end up being acquired through a
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Wide Format Ink Jet Product Manager
Art Post (Guest) ·
and business skills are essential, as well as an understanding of Wide Format ink jet inks and machinery. The product knowledge for ink jet printing inks should be at a level to engage in sales discussions and provide technical support. The Product Manager must have solid knowledge of Wide Format printing, media, systems, software, competition and market trends. Sales skills knowledge should include an absolute understanding of the sales cycle, including effective proposal writing and
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Fuji Xerox seizes $US200,000 worth of counterfeit toner products
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, impacting our channel partners and customers,” he added. Counterfeit toner cartridges are becoming increasingly difficult to be visually differentiated from the originals. However, they can be identified by their reduced equipment performance, low supply yields, poor print standards and toner leakage, which potentially damages the printers they are used in. The use of non-genuine supplies can also void the printer’s warranty. more here http://www.arnnet.com.au/artic...rth_counterfeit_tone
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launches Business Suite Industrial bringing new life to line matrix printers
Art Post (Guest) ·
previously only available to laser printer users. Thousands of line matrix printers are in use by businesses throughout the U.S., including those in retail, manufacturing, distribution, finance and healthcare. The challenge with using line matrix technology is an inability to easily and affordably design graphical documents for printing on a line printer. With Business Suite Industrial line matrix users can continue to reap the benefits of a greener technology solution, migrate away from expensive and
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ADDING and REPLACING MINI World Rally Championship Team Sees 3D Printing as Critical
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ADDING and REPLACING MINI World Rally Championship Team Sees 3D Printing as Critical Tool; Plans to Print 15 Production Parts for Each Car in Initial Run of 20 Cars For race car team, the process costs as little as one-fifth the amount of traditional methods MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Add after the semicolon in headline dated May 12, 2011: Plans to Print 15 Production Parts for Each Car in Initial Run of 20 Cars “We would find it nearly impossible to build another car without using FDM
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Adobe X not working with Konica Twain Scanning
Mainer ·
I have a bizhub 552 on demo and the endusers need to scan their documents to a nearby workstation to view before sending. They are using Adobe version X but unfortunately it will not communicate with the 552. It was tested with Adobe version 9 and it...
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Fax Machines, let's have some fun!
Art Post (Guest) ·
Can you list or tell us about the funkiest fax machines you ever sold?? For a few years I sold the Teli Vaxafax (Swedish)$2,495 and they sold like hotcakes!!! http://books.google.com/books?...ge&q&f=false
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Man facing eight years in copier theft
Art Post (Guest) ·
Man facing eight years in copier theft A Crete, Ill., man accused of stealing a copier from a Valparaiso church by paying for it with a $2,500 fake check faces up to eight years in prison at a Sept. 14 trial. Antonio Phillips, 32, also known as Raymond Cull, has been charged with three felonies — fraud on a financial institution, forgery and theft. His initial hearing was Tuesday. Valparaiso Nazarene Church advertised the copier online at craigslist, and Phillips claimed to be Raymond Cull from
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United School Board
Art Post (Guest) ·
Blozowich said the district has saved $12,000 by renewing its copier lease agreement for three years. It also plans to outsource printer management tasks. In a separate motion Tuesday, the board approved hiring Progressive Print Management Services Company for a minimum monthly payment of $1,724.05, depending on the number of print impressions made. Blozowich noted the greatest portion of the approved cost savings resulted from staff retirements and realignments. Read more: United eyes tax hike
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Copier Technician assists with hard drive images?
Art Post (Guest) ·
Ethics Board At Councilwoman's Office Fox 29 has learned that the Philadelphia Board of Ethics arrived at Donna Reed Miller's office at City Hall on Friday morning. Miller is an incumbent Democrat who has announced she is not running for reelection. The Board came to Miller's office bearing subpoenas. Investigators spent a lot of time looking over copy machines in front and outer offices according to eyewitnesses. A copier mechanic also was seen going into the office and then closing the door
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Canon CFO Mulls Japan Supply Chain Problem
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BY JURO OSAWA TOKYO -- As Japan's blue chips digest the implications of the March 11 disasters for supply chains concentrated in the country, Canon's CFO said that while his company won't shift its own key factories abroad, it is actively talking to suppliers about having them review their production locations, while seeking additional suppliers to ensure it doesn't get stung again. "The biggest headache for us since the quake is the procurement of parts," Chief Financial Officer Toshizo Tanaka
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Re: Ricoh Convergence "Who's Going?"
GMAN ·
With all three brands (Lanier / Ricoh / Savin) having a total of over 650 Authorized Dealers at this time, it appears as if if half of the Dealer community will attend. I'm sure several factors are playing a role in the low attendance, such as the economy, and continued channel conflict with IKON & RBS. Yet, it should be a good time to learn more about potential Product shortages and the Resort looks decent. George Gorman will be making an appearance as well !
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Ari Galper - Unlock the Game
EByers ·
After being in sales for many years, it seems that sales techniques can come and go. People's attitudes change, markets change, and so our techniques also need to change. I have found Ari Galper's concepts to be very helpful in the copier industry. You ought to at least take a look at his stuff. Just google Ari Galper.
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Retaining, Recruiting Top Talent Key Priorities for Employers in 2011
Art Post (Guest) ·
portfolio of technology and services, Xerox provides the essential back-office support that clears the way for clients to focus on what they do best: their real business. Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn., Xerox provides leading-edge document technology, services, software and genuine Xerox supplies for graphic communication and office printing environments of any size. Through ACS, A Xerox Company, which Xerox acquired in February 2010, Xerox also offers extensive business process outsourcing and IT
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Re: The Death of the Fax Machine "Finally"
Art Post (Guest) ·
Just a note, the Cloud Fax solution has not been released yet, however it is in the works. In the above blog I'm referencing the new cloud fax service.
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Re: NY Times Article about Ricoh Japan
Jrlz ·
What is everyone seeing from Ricoh in terms of equipment availability? Any models that you are being told you cant get? Anyone have insight into the other manufacturers regarding availability?
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Re: NY Times Article about Ricoh Japan
Art Post (Guest) ·
6001-9001 series, I've heard Print Production
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Re: Nuance Buys Equitrac for $157 Million
Art Post (Guest) ·
Oh Crap! Print Audit has to be happy with this, the support at ecopy since Nuance bought them is crap! You can't get anyone on the phone (typical), any others have comments, seems like Nuance is trying to corner many of the MFP third party solutions.
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Re: Man facing eight years in copier theft
Art Post (Guest) ·
This guy needs to ask for a jury trial, no jury in thier right mind would sentence the guy to eight years for stealing a copier, especially if he was able to produce the service records.
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Re: Vote for Me???
Art Post (Guest) ·
Thanx to all for the nomination! I hoping this will drive more people in the industry to become P4P'ers and maybe just maybe sales people will have a voice in what goes on in our industry!
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Re: Rutt's Hut Fried Hot Dogs
GMAN ·
Rutt's Hutt has just gone wireless! I can see the Ricoh expense reports now. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qaxe8zM0eeE "They're fast, speedy, they're cheap, and they're good!" - George Gorman
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Nuance Buys Equitrac for $157 Million
yeti ·
DOW JONES NEWSWIRES Nuance Communications Inc. (NUAN) swung to a fiscal second-quarter profit as strong bookings in the health-care business more than offset rising operating costs, and the speech-software company disclosed the acquisition of printing-services software provider Equitrac Corp. for $157 million in cash. The company, which makes software that converts speech into text, said the deal will strengthen its partnerships with multifunction printer vendors that current sell both Equitrac
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Company moving Americas office from Lake Success to Melville, N.Y.
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Camera maker Canon USA Inc. recently celebrated the setting of the last segment of steel for its new corporate office in Melville, N.Y. The new facility, which will serve as Canon USA's headquarters for North and South America, will be one of three worldwide corporate offices for parent company Canon Inc. The other two are in Tokyo and London. "Today we are celebrating yet another milestone toward completion of the new Canon Americas headquarters," said Joe Adachi, president and CEO of Canon
