The annual list spotlights top channel vendor and distributor executives dedicated to advancing channel strategies and outcomes for their companies and the global IT channel.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Lexmark Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape for Cloud Managed Print Services
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoIn revamped report from IDC Marketscape, Lexmark excels at AI, security and document workflow optimization as part of its commitment to offering top-notch managed print services (MPS) and cloud solutions.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
The Cannata Report’s Manic Monday: Office Technology News Highlights February 10-14
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoWelcome to The Cannata Report’s Manic Monday, our rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology industry news.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Students, Educators Get FREE Access to the Best Printing Industry Resources!
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoKnow a student or educator interested in the printing industry?
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
SpencerMetrics to Showcase CONNECT Software in Action at Hunkeler Innovationdays 2025
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoNew API v.2.0 integrates seamlessly; software runs on any machine, to facilitate multi-vendor, end-to-end connectivity and analytics for optimized print production.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Agfa to Showcase Wide-format Inkjet Printing Innovations at FESPA Brazil 2025
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoIn addition to advanced inkjet printing solutions, including industrial applications, workflow software also will be highlighted.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Laserfiche and Carahsoft Partner to Deliver Content Management Solutions to the Public Sector
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoPowerful content management solutions now available to government agencies.
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Video
Fridays with Frank: Get to Know Pacific Office Automation’s Adam Pritchett
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenIn the latest episode of Fridays with Frank, Frank G. Cannata interviews Adam Pritchett, the new president & CEO of Pacific Office Automation (POA), about the dealership’s latest annual sales meeting.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Stargel Office Systems Names 2 Employees of the Year for 2024
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoHouston dealer celebrates Delivery-Installation Teammates Gabe Mendoza and Jay Ratliff!
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Boom Collaboration and Image Star Partner to Expand North American Reseller Channel
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoImage Star (Middletown, CT) selected as an authorized distribution partner for its line of meeting room solutions, including video conferencing technology, in the United States and Canada.
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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.