A look at the trends impacting dealers and OEMs after the first six months of 2024. There is no question that manufacturer profitability is not where it was prior to the pandemic. We estimate that their entertainment budgets have decreased by 20%.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are business transactions in which the ownership of companies, business organizations and or their operating units are transferred or consolidated into another business or company.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Marco Technologies Expands with Purchase of Lang Company
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenMarco Technologies announced its acquisition of Lang Company. Since starting in 1945, Lang Company had become a leading provider of copiers/printers and business IT services in both Kentucky and southern Indiana.
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The Cannata Report’s Manic Monday: Office Technology News Highlights July 5-10
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenThe Cannata Report’s Manic Monday offers a rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology industry news.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Fruth Group Inc. Acquires Hoppstetter’s Office Products
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenFruth Group Inc. expanded its presence in the Yuma marketplace through the recent acquisition of Hoppstetter’s Office Products.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Zygoquest Group Advised Qualpath on Sale of Capital Stock to AD Solutions
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenMike Dudek and Rich Wisniewski of Zygoquest Group served as the advisor to Qualpath, Inc. and its owner Kevin DeYoung on the sale of capital stock to Advanced Document Solutions, Inc. dba AD Solutions.
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AD Solutions Expands South Florida Footprint with Acquisition of QualPath
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenAD Solutions, recently recognized on Inc. 5000’s list of Fastest Growing Private Companies, continues its ambitious growth trajectory by acquiring QualPath, an established office equipment dealership serving Miami and all of South Florida.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
The Cannata Report’s Manic Monday: Office Technology News Highlights June 10-14
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenThe Cannata Report’s Manic Monday offers a rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology industry news.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
EDGE Business Systems Acquires Mailing Systems of Georgia
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenEDGE Business Systems announced the acquisition of Mailing Systems of Georgia (Mailing Systems).
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
The Cannata Report’s Manic Monday: Office Technology News Highlights May 27-31
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenThe Cannata Report’s Manic Monday offers a rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology industry news.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
UBEO Business Services Expands Market Presence with Latest Acquisition
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenUBEO Business Service announced the acquisition of Commonwealth Digital Office Solutions.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Complete Document Solutions Acquires TCG Document Solutions
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenComplete Document Solutions (CDS) has announced the acquisition of TCG Document Solutions, marking a significant milestone in its journey to expand its reach and enhance its service offerings in the document management industry.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Gamut Capital Management to Acquire DEX Imaging from Staples, Inc.
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenGamut Capital Management, L.P. announced they have signed a definitive agreement to acquire DEX Imaging (“DEX”) from Staples, Inc. (“Staples”).
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Shore Business Solutions Announces Acquisition
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenShore Business Solutions announced the acquisition of the ARMPCO Office Machines customers.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
DocuWare Announces Acquisition of Software Startup natif.ai
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenDocuWare announced its acquisition of natif.ai.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
The Cannata Report’s Manic Monday: Office Technology News Highlights April 15-19
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenThe Cannata Report’s Manic Monday offers a rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology industry news.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
ITC Infotech to Acquire Specialized Cloud Services Company
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenITC Infotech announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire 100% shareholding of Blazeclan Technologies Private Limited (Blazeclan).
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Applied Innovation Adds to Its Indiana and Southern Michigan Footprint
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenApplied Innovation announced the acquisition of MCE, Inc. (“MCE”) based in South Bend, Indiana. This acquisition, effective April 1, 2024, underscores Applied Innovation’s commitment to expanding its footprint in the Northern Indiana and Southern Michigan regions.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
The Cannata Report’s Manic Monday: Office Technology News Highlights April 1-5
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenThe Cannata Report’s Manic Monday offers a rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology industry news.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Connective Computing Acquired by OptimizedIT, a Division of Modern Office Methods
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenModern Office Methods announced the acquisition of Connective Computing. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone in both companies’ missions to deliver cutting-edge IT Management services and solutions.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Ricoh eDiscovery Services Acquired
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenRicoh USA Inc. announced the sale of its eDiscovery Services business to Array, a litigation support company that provides a comprehensive suite of legal services.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Advanced Business Methods Acquires The Office Shop in Brainerd & Aitkin, Minnesota
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenAdvanced Business Methods has acquired The Office Shop, a Brainerd and Aitkin, Minnesota-based office equipment, furniture, and supply source.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
KDI Office Technology Acquires Kelly + Partners Inc.
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenKDI Office Technology announced the acquisition of Kelly + Partners Inc. The acquisition, finalized on March 1, 2024, marks a significant milestone in KDI’s strategic growth initiatives and underscores its commitment to expanding service offerings to clients across various sectors.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Prosperity Plus Assists International Mailing Equipment with Acquisition of MMS West
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenProsperity Plus announced that International Mailing Equipment as acquired MMS West, a mailing and shipping systems dealership in Reno, NV.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
The Cannata Report’s Manic Monday: Office Technology News Highlights February 26-March 1
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenThe Cannata Report’s Manic Monday provides a rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology industry news.
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Breaking News, Business & Finance
Zygoquest Group Advises PSI Digital Imaging Solutions on Sale of Capital Stock
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenMike Dudek and Rich Wisniewski of Zygoquest Group served as the advisor to Plotter Supplies, Inc. dba PSI Digital Imaging Solutions and its owner Don Stewart on the sale of capital stock to Jetmir Zymeri and Patricia Zymeri.