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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Sharp Unveils Powerful, Professional-grade A4 Solutions for Office Printing
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoTrio of professional-grade color and monochrome printers—the BP-B550PW, BP-C545PW, BP-C131PW—along with a multifunction printer (MFP)—the BP-C131WD—are designed to meet the high-volume functionality needs of modern businesses.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Kelley Create Acquires Boynton Office Systems to Enhance Technology Solutions Across Alaska
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoUnion with Washington state-based dealer to enhance the office technology landscape by integrating the strengths and expertise of both companies.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Solimar Systems Releases Latest Enhancements to Rubika Version 4.5 Document Management Software
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoDocument management software enhancements to v 4.5 encompass a variety of features that make it easier for companies to manage, modify, and deliver their business documents more efficiently, Solimar says.
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Issue Announcements
February ’25 Issue: Discussions about Business Diversification Strategies, including MSP, Thermal Barcodes and UCaaS.
by CJ Cannataby CJ CannataHelping dealers with business diversification strategies to expand their product and service offerings is a perennial theme. What about your revenue streams? Are they recurring? Perhaps consider adding thermal barcode printers, laptop computers or/and managed IT services to your menu mix.
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Op-Ed & Commentary
Hard Copy | From the Editor’s Desk: Forget Diversification, Let’s Make Selling Office Technology Simple Again
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenWouldn’t it be great to make selling office technology simple again? I’m talking about no diversification, no managed IT services, no managed print services, no cybersecurity, no unified communications, no workflow software—just boxes.
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Office technology industry movers and shakers network and share insights at the Executive Connection Summit.
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Economics & Business
Japanese Headlines: Otsuka Corporation Achieves Annual Sales of 1 Trillion Yen with Its Total Office Solution Vision
by Tetsuo Kuboby Tetsuo KuboJapanese manufacturer Otsuka Corp. achieves annual sales of $6.6 billion (USD) with its Total Office Solution vision.
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Technology Trends
Outside the Box: Strategic Diversification in the Imaging Industry
by Petra Dienerby Petra DienerDiversification strategies: Office technology dealers need to embrace new products, services, and solutions to meet the demands of an evolving market.
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Technology Trends
Dealer Panel Q&A: Diversification Opportunities and Challenges
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenFive Cannata Report Advisory Board members reveal what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what’s next in their diversification journeys.
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Technology Trends
Back to Basics: Don’t Overlook Legacy Diversification Options
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenWhen it comes to diversification, these legacy products, services, and solutions are still viable for expanding beyond traditional office technology.
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Discover how Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) can help dealerships meet customer demands, boost productivity, and tap into new revenue streams.
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Managed IT & Solutions
Mastering the MSP Model: A Dealer’s Blueprint for IT Services Success
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoStrategies for unlocking growth opportunities in IT services.
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Technology Trends
Expand Revenue Opportunities with Thermal Barcode Printers
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenIndustries ranging from retail and healthcare to logistics and manufacturing use thermal barcode printers. This potentially high-margin, high-demand product category can help dealers seeking to expand beyond traditional copiers and office printers.
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Technology Trends
Are Sharp’s Dynabook Computers a Dyn-O-Mite Diversification Opportunity?
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenMike Marusic, Sharp president & CEO, talks margins and outlines the office-tech dealer opportunity for the OEM’s Dynabook laptop devices.
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Veterans
Konica Minolta’s Commitment to Veterans: Building Careers, Community, and Connections
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenIn the United States, Konica Minolta is on a mission to translate military experience into corporate success and takes pride in supporting veterans through employee-focused initiatives, corporate social responsibility, and customer partnerships.
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CR-Connect Dealer Tour
CR-Connect Dealer Tour: The Changing of the Guard at Bishop Business
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenAfter 70 years of family ownership, Omaha equipment/tech dealer Bishop Business began a business transition in 2025 with a home-grown leader from its Nebraska headquarters.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
ECI Software Solutions Appoints Brian Hildebrand as Chief Information Officer
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoA proven innovator in ECI’s IT and cloud strategy, Hildebrand strengthens ECI’s executive team and supports customer success, driving advanced and industry-focused technology development for SMBs.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
3 Sharp Executives Recognized on 2025 Listing of CRN Channel Chiefs
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoThe prestigious list recognizes IT vendor and distribution executives who are driving strategy and setting the channel agenda for their companies.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Celebrate Print HERstory Month 2025: Share Your Story & Empower the Next Generation of Women in Print
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoLadies, share your professional journey and help to empower the next generation! Women in print are invited to answer the Q&A and submit their responses by March 11, 2025.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Merlin Printing Adds Canon varioPRINT iX Sheetfed Inkjet Technology
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoFull-service print service provider in Amityville, New York, is using sheetfed, production inkjet printing to “magically” help its customers grow their businesses.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Kyocera Expands Its A4 Portfolio with New ECOSYS Color Printers and MFPs
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoProviding new value to hybrid workers, the new ECOSYS series enhances efficiency, security, sustainability, and productivity.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Konica Minolta Leads in Brand Loyalty for Eighteenth Consecutive Year
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoKonica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. has received first place in Brand Loyalty in the Brand Keys Customer Loyalty Engagement Index® (CLEI) for the eighteenth consecutive year.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Doceo Expands its Market Presence in Baltimore with Acquisition of Unison Business Solutions
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoDoceo has acquired Maryland-based Unison Business Solutions, which specializes in Toshiba print technology and Pitney Bowes SaaS shipping/mailing solutions.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
The 2025 PRINTING United Alliance Pinnacle Product Awards Program Now Open for Entries
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoPRINTING United Alliance’s 2025 Pinnacle Product Awards program is now open for entries through April 11th.