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The Silent Threat: Bolstering Cybersecurity

Keeping up with cybersecurity—the scary subset of managed IT. Strategies are evolving for office technology dealers.

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The Cannata Report Launches 40th Annual Dealer Survey, a Benchmark for the Independent Dealer Channel

The Cannata Report to award cash prizes in celebration of survey’s four decades!

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DocuWare’s Channel Strategy: Michael Gale on Partner Growth and Engagement

In this exclusive Q&A on the “eve” of DocuWorld next week, the cloud-based SaaS provider’s VP of channel sales discusses what drives new partner growth, how DocuWare differentiates its partner experience, and what channel leaders can expect from the software developer’s innovations.

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Ricoh Redefines MFP Scanning with New SD Series

Ricoh’s latest models offer customers faster workflows, reduced service calls, and an entirely new reason to upgrade.

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Cybersecurity Alert: Here’s What to Do If You’ve Been Hacked

Office technology dealerships of all sizes need to be prepared for the inevitable. Cybersecurity today is a question of when (not if) distribution organizations will get hacked.

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Monday with Mark: Office Technology News Highlights, May 5-9, 2025

Welcome to Monday with Mark, our rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology news.

Fridays with Frank: Konica Minolta’s Dealer Contract, Part 2 with Bob Goldberg

Bob Goldberg, former BTA General Counsel (retired), and Frank G. Cannata continue their discussion about the pros and cons (mostly pros) of the new dealer agreement from original equipment manufacturer Konica Minolta.

HP Amplify Evolves: New Enhancements Aim to Boost Partner Success and AI Readiness

SuperPower incentives (coming in May), AI enablement, and productivity tools mark the next phase in HP’s partner-first strategy.

FRANKLY SPEAKING: Frank Cannata Goes on the Sharp Roadshow

Founder Frank Cannata’s take on the Sharp Dealer Roadshow he attended in Atlanta in early March. He explains why he’s a big fan of these smaller OEM events out “on the road.”

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    Epson to Launch 3 New Inkjet Printheads with Enhanced UV Ink Compatibility

    Three new, micro-piezo heads meet the expanding digital printing market in the commercial and industrial sectors. The new products employ PrecisionCore technology, enabling superb print quality and high productivity, the OEM says.

    Memorial Day Memories: Epson Tech Helps Families Honor Loved Ones

    Easy-to-use tech from Epson preserves photos, documents and awards to pay tribute to veterans and share memories.

    Harris Business Machines Merges with Panama Business Machines

    Merged dealer entity creates a new powerhouse for office solutions in Northwest Florida and South Alabama, says Harris Business Machines.

    Konica Minolta Introduces the AccurioJet 30000

    As the successor to the AccurioJet KM-1e model, this latest inkjet press from Konica Minolta maximizes throughput and creates a sustainable work environment, says the OEM. 

    Sam Shillabeer Joins NEXERA as Senior Analyst, Strengthening Client Support Team

    35-year imaging industry veteran joins Nexera team, which strives to connect dealers and data.

    Steve Rybos Promoted to VP & GM of Specialty Markets Group at GreatAmerica Financial Services

    SMG includes the Construction, Healthcare, Automotive, Franchise, and Direct Programs divisions within GreatAmerica Financial Services.

    Pontrelli Marketing Announces Its Customer Vision Trademark

    Now focused on monitoring and measuring marketing and sales campaigns, Customer Vision was Lanier’s company culture until its merger with IKON and parent, Ricoh Corp., in the late 2000s, according to Dominic Pontrelli, president of Pontrelli Marketing.

    Square 9’s InquireAI Sets a New Standard for Intelligent Capture Automation

    Users can unlock unprecedented reliability with accurate, data-driven decision making, says developer Square 9 Softworks.

    Xerox Unveils Post-Lexmark Acquisition Leadership Team

    Lexmark executives named to key roles; Kim Kleps appointed chief people officer at Xerox.

    Canon U.S.A. Showcases Innovative Automation Solutions at Automate 2025

    Canon shows off its latest manufacturing innovations at North America’s largest robotics and automation event this week in Detroit, Michigan.

    Ricoh Acquires Brazilian Workplace Services Provider Go2neXt

    OEM Ricoh is accelerating global growth in the Workplace Experience area by expanding IT services and AV solutions capabilities in the Latin America region.

    IT Nation Announces PitchIT Class of 2025 Contestants

    Three start-up contestants from this group will present their innovative solutions on stage at IT Nation Connect 2025; winners receive $100K in prize money.

    Konica Minolta Spotlights Digital Embellishment Growth Engine

    Konica Minolta is a ‘bronze’ level sponsor of the AMPLIFY Print 2025 finishing and embellishment show next month in Rosemont, Illinois, near Chicago (June 10-12).

    GreatAmerica Financial Services Announces Retirement of Matt Mueller, EVP & COO

    COO to retire after spending 14 years with GreatAmerica Financial Services, whence he came from Lehman Bros. in 2011.

    Wells Fargo and Operation HOPE Introduce Free Financial Coaching to Small Businesses

    New HOPE Inside centers expand financial education program in Wells Fargo branches.

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    Fridays with Frank: Konica Minolta’s Dealer Contract, Part 2 with Bob Goldberg

    by Mark Vruno May 16, 2025

    Bob Goldberg, former BTA General Counsel (retired), and Frank G. Cannata continue their discussion about the pros and cons (mostly pros) of the new dealer agreement from original equipment manufacturer Konica Minolta.

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    Fridays with Frank: Frank Romano on Textile Printing

    by Mark Vruno May 9, 2025

    He’s back! RIT Professor Emeritus and Museum of Printing Founder Frank Romano and Frank G. Cannata discuss non-traditional markets, including textile printing. The challenge for office technology dealers is finding these new markets, notes Romano, which is not easy.

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