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Re: 7 Deadly Topics from 7 Deadly Sinners at Top 100 Summit (Part One)
Is it just me, or does West McDonald look like Wolverine? I watched the Seat-Based Billing video that was posted from the Top 100 Summit. Definitely some interesting points going back and forth. Print Audit has done a great job of persistently marketing seat-based pilling to the copier industry.
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Re: 7 Deadly Topics from 7 Deadly Sinners at Top 100 Summit (Part One)
Czech funny you should mention that "wolverine" look, it was actually one of the "challenges" at the event. Whom ever had the most completed challenges won a MS Surface tablet. I did not win.
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Re: 7 Deadly Topics from 7 Deadly Sinners at Top 100 Summit (Part One)
I disagree that you have to own the network in order to offer seat-based billing. Before I go into why, can we (imaging industry) please stop referring to Managed Services as MNS? No one in the IT world uses this term; it's industry jargon that makes you stand out as a copier dealer 1st and an IT Services provider 2nd. Managed IT Services, Managed Services...fine. MNS needs to die. Now, here is why I disagree that you have to own the network as a client's Managed Services provider in order...
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Re: 7 Deadly Topics from 7 Deadly Sinners at Top 100 Summit (Part One)
Tx, awesome post! The conclusion for managed IT was at our own round table and not the general audience. One of the dealers in my group is heavily involved with managed IT, and thought it would be great offer. Yes, it was stated that MNS is only used by copier dealers and should be referenced to what you described. TY for the awesome reply!!
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Re: 7 Deadly Topics from 7 Deadly Sinners at Top 100 Summit (Part One)
I will also add since you mentioned wanting to do this on copiers/MFPs: our industry also needs to get the idea that MPS only has to do with printers & A4 MFPs out of their heads. Output is output, & our clients don't see any difference so why should we? Properly deploy what systems meet the client's needs (or just get rid of them if that is best) & be of service in whatever way you can. Hell, our customers want all of this stuff to go away (just wait til the Millenials are in...
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Re: 7 Deadly Topics from 7 Deadly Sinners at Top 100 Summit (Part One)
Is it just me, it seems that the general rule of thumb for the copier industry to end users is "the take or leave approach". Meaning, come hell or high water we're not going to change the way we bill, the way we support, or the financial solutions that we offer. While I was at the Top 100 conference, a rep from Wells Fargo spoke about the billing options that they now have in their leases. One of the options was for seat billing for managed IT services. My thought is that if it's available...
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Re: 7 Deadly Topics from 7 Deadly Sinners at Top 100 Summit (Part One)
No, Art. You're spot on. I haven't had many jobs outside the industry, but the majority of the old guard is so proud of the way they've always done it & receives so much validation from other dealers with the same mentality (via BTA, CDA, SDG, et al) that they often refuse to admit the need to change until it's practically too late. There are ideas & concepts that I brought up 3-5 years ago that were considered to be "interesting but not really necessary" that we're suddenly latching...
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Re: 7 Deadly Topics from 7 Deadly Sinners at Top 100 Summit (Part One)
Great minds think alike!
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Re: 7 Deadly Topics from 7 Deadly Sinners at Top 100 Summit (Part One)
Originally Posted by txeagle24: I disagree that you have to own the network in order to offer seat-based billing. Before I go into why, can we (imaging industry) please stop referring to Managed Services as MNS? No one in the IT world uses this term; it's industry jargon that makes you stand out as a copier dealer 1st and an IT Services provider 2nd. Managed IT Services, Managed Services...fine. MNS needs to die. Now, here is why I disagree that you have to own the network as a client's...
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Re: Sharp eyes LCD shift to business products
It's now obvious that imaging products are not a "core" business product for Sharp
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Re: Ink Based MFP's In The Market Place
Product acceptance may be the key. Have you ever seen a business class ink product that can match the image quality of a toner machine? I know they can in the production space. If they can go head to head with toner in the business class, then you have a possible game changer. My 2 cents...
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Re: Ink Based MFP's In The Market Place
I think Canon may think a lot of the quality. They listed Photo paper as an acceptable paper type.
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Re: Ink Based MFP's In The Market Place
Ink is here to stay, however it seems like a slow adoption rate from many of the major manufacturers in the SMB market. Ink based MFP's could be the salvation to many service departments that have aging service technicians.
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Re: Ink Based MFP's In The Market Place
I think that all may change with the Big Dog (Canon) coming to market with a great machine. Hey, we ain't talking HP Edgeline. The machine will fit in SMB and it looks similar to other machines.
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Re: Canon new A4 b/w models
I’m pretty sure this is the first I’ve heard of these and I’m a canon dealer 🙄
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Re: Print Analyze Lite App Webinar
I need to reschedule for the next session if possible? Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device-------- Original message --------From: Print4Pay Hotel < alerts@hoop.la > Date: 2/9/2016 1:00 AM (GMT-07:00) To: jessbhoff < jessicabhoff@yahoo.com > Subject: Event Reminder: Print Analyze Lite App Webinar
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Re: Print Analyze Lite App Webinar
Already did. Thanks!! Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device-------- Original message --------From: Print4Pay Hotel < alerts@hoop.la > Date: 2/9/2016 6:56 AM (GMT-07:00) To: jessbhoff < jessicabhoff@yahoo.com > Subject: Comment By Art Post: Print Analyze Lite App Webinar
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Re: Print Analyze Lite App Webinar
Art, Are you still having this webinar? I did not see a link to log in.
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Re: Print Analyze Lite App Webinar
Hi, PrintAnalyze is inviting you to this WebEx meeting, which is in progress: PrintAnalyze Lite (In progress) Mon, Feb 15, 9:00 am | 1 hr New York (Eastern Standard Time, GMT-05:00) Host: PrintAnalyze Join Agenda This meeting does not have an agenda. Access Information Where: WebEx Online Meeting number: 190 397 348 Password: This meeting does not require a password. Audio Connection +1-415-655-0001 US TOLL Access code: 190 397 348 Can't access your meeting? Get help.
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Re: Print Analyze Lite App Webinar
Thank you for the information. I love the app and can not wait to test it out.
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Awesome, let me know if there is anything I can do to help
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Ink Based MFP's In The Market Place
How fast will the new ink-based products take over the A3 MFP laser market? Can we expect faster market acceptance with news from the Number One Copier Manufacture? No, I don't mean Sharp or Toshiba. Canon is moving forward with an ink-based A3 MFP. My opinion is that the market will accept the product and features faster than A4 products. Big changes coming to the marketplace when machines that require less service hit the market.
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Hardship billing
Great topic for discussion. I had a P4P Hotel member email today. Thought it would be good for all to share what we are doing or not doing. "What are you guys doing for customers asking to not have to pay their base for months that they were shut down by the government. Is there any language you’ve been using to smooth it over?"
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Re: Print Analyze Lite App Webinar
When I click on the Feb 9th event, it shows a start time of 8:00 EST. When I click on the event on the 15th, it shows a start time for the 9th of 9:00 EST. Can you please clarify?
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KYOCERA Introduces Wide-Format, Super High Brightness TFT-LCD for Industrial Applications
February 23, 2016 08:05 AM Eastern Standard Time PLYMOUTH, Mich.--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Kyocera today announced a new wide-format (16:10) TFT-LCD display for bright environments, indoors or outdoors. The display is a new 12.1” WXGA TFT-LCD. “We continue our commitment to developing environmentally friendly products; all of Kyocera’s TFT-LCDs are RoHS compliant to reduce potentially hazardous substances.” Tweet this Wide-format TFT-LCDs provide a sleek, modern design aesthetic that allows more...
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Konica Minolta Acquires DC-based Company Meridian Imaging Solutions to Expand its Reach as a Strategic Workplace Solutions Provider
RAMSEY, N.J., March 15, 2016 -- Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), today announced the acquisition of Meridian Imaging Solutions, a hybrid company with Managed Print and IT Services, in an effort to expand its footprint in the DC area. With strong government and commercial operations, Meridian has a 30-year record of success and a national reputation for service excellence and integrating office technologies. The acquisition accelerates Konica Minolta's main...
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Sharp may receive capital from state-backed fund
Sharp may receive capital from state-backed fund OSAKA -- A Japanese public-private investment fund is considering taking a direct stake in Sharp to help right the electronics group's listing operations. This would give...
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7 Deadly Topics from 7 Deadly Sinners at Top 100 Summit (Part One)
What's one of things I found out about on my recent trip to the Top 100 Summit (hosted by Print Audit)? I'm a stone cold junky for sea level oxygen! Having lived at or around sea level all of my life, meant that I had no clue that my body...
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Print Audit Forms Top 100 Seat Based Billing Executive Council
Print Audit® Forms Top 100 Seat Based Billing Executive Council October 21, 2015 Calgary, AB - October 21, 2015 - Print Audit® and the 2015 Top 100 Summit Committee are proud to announce the formation of the Seat Based Billing (SBB) Executive Council. The exclusive council is open to all Top 100 Summit attendees and sponsors, past and present. With heavy price-pressure and commoditization of Cost Per Page, a new model will be required for the next phase of MPS growth. The SBB Executive...
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Japan Inc may win Sharp battle, but lose the LCD war
By Ritsuko Ando and Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO (Reuters) - A state-backed Japanese fund is frontrunner to rescue Sharp Corp, ahead of a rival approach from Apple supplier Foxconn, but industry insiders question whether it can protect the group in the long term amid cut-throat competition. Innovation Network Corporation of Japan (INCJ), if successful, would represent the third bailout in as many years for Sharp, known for its liquid crystal display (LCD) technology and super-thin screens. The INCJ...
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Sharp’s quarterly smartphone stumble seen paring annual outlook
Sharp Corp.’s expected first-quarter loss may deepen skepticism that demand for smartphone displays will fuel a recovery strong enough to meet its full-year profit target. The company on Friday will probably post an operating loss of ¥19.4 billion for the three months ended June 30, according to the average of five analysts’ estimates compiled by Bloomberg. The shortfall will make it difficult for Sharp, which supplies LCD panels to Apple Inc. among other clients, to reach its ¥80 billion...
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Sharp exits the U.S. TV business
Sharp's announcement last week that it would exit the U.S. television business, licensing its brand name to Chinese TV maker Hisense, wasn't exactly shocking, given the very public financial difficulties it's recently experienced. But what does that mean for those of us who already own a Sharp TV, or who plan to buy one this year before the hand-off to Hisense is finalized? In the short term not very much, as the switch won't happen until January of next year. Sharp has pledged to continue...
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Japan Display says wouldn't turn down a partnership with Sharp
TOKYO The head of smartphone screen maker Japan Display Inc said he would not turn down a partnership with embattled rival Sharp Corp amid speculation that Japan Display's top investor, a state-backed fund, wants a tie-up between the two. ...
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Sources say Sharp to form LCD venture, not sell unit
Sharp Corp is leaning toward spinning off its LCD business into a joint venture with a third party, rather than selling the unit outright, people familiar with the matter said. Innovation Network Corp of Japan and Hon Hai Precision Industry Co (鴻海精密) are the two leading candidates Sharp is considering for partnership, according to the people, who asked not to be named because the discussions are private. The Osaka-based supplier to Apple Inc and the potential partners have not entered any...
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Is Sharp running out of options?
News that Sharp may be moving to spin off its LCD panel-making unit has buoyed appetite for its stock, but analysts remain unsure about the outlook for the troubled consumer electronics giant. According to a report by the Nikkei ...
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To The Moon and Back: The Essential Guide to Seat Based Billing for Managed Print
To The Moon and Back: The Essential Guide to Seat Based Billing for Managed Print by Print Audit On December 17, 1903, the Wright brothers did something that most people said was impossible. They took a myriad of...
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Dealers Speak Out on Seat Based Billing
Dealers Speak Out on Seat Based Billing Posted on June 17, 2015 by Print Audit By West McDonald, Vice President of Business Development, Print Audit & Owner, FocusMPS There has been a great deal of buzz in the industry around “Seat Based Billing (SBB)” for Managed Print. I personally have spoken on the topic at numerous trade shows and events in the last 3 years. I have also had the chance to meet with some of the leading thought leaders in the space to discuss the topic. Personally I...
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3 Activities at the Top 100 Summit You’ll Never Forget
3 Activities at the Top 100 Summit You’ll Never Forget by Print Audit Based on the response so far, the Top 100 Summit is shaping up to be an incredible event. Not only are the talk tracks and round tables going to disrupt the status quo, so are some of the more social activities! Here is a list of 3 activities at the Top 100 Summit that you’ll never forget: Read more of this post
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Konica Minolta Develops FD-9, World's Fastest(*1) Auto-Scanning Spectrophotometer, Bringing Improved Accuracy in Color Management to Users in the Printing Industry
RAMSEY, N.J. , Feb. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Konica Minolta, Inc. (Konica Minolta) today announced that it has developed the FD-9, an auto-scanning spectrophotometer capable of measuring a standard color chart, commonly used in the printing industry...
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Sharp eyes LCD shift to business products
by Kazuaki Nagata Sharp Corp. said Tuesday it aims to expand sales of LCD panels for business products to establish a more stable portfolio rather than depend on highly volatile consumer products. The struggling Osaka-based...