On February 6, Ricoh’s President and CEO, Akira Oyama, conducted a “Progress Report on the Corporate Value Enhancement Project” after the company’s third-quarter earnings announcement, aiming for the fiscal year 2025.
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Today, we have three major AI models that drive how we use AI and what we can achieve with it: LLM (large language model), multimodal AI, and generative AI. All of them live on—you guessed right—data, good, structured data.
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The AI Evolution: The Technology is Accelerating to the Next Level
by Noel Wardby Noel WardArtificial intelligence may not be new, but it’s poised to become even more prominent in the office technology industry.
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AI’s Challenges and Opportunities in the Office Technology Segment
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenThere is so much to learn and so many concerns to address about AI.
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The opportunities to leverage AI are waiting for dealers of all sizes.
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Generative AI is Reshaping and Reinventing Document Management
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoAI technology possesses powers that make for a less chaotic next phase of our data-laden digital age.
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AI in Action: Copilot’s Role in Streamlining the Recruitment Process
by Kate Graggby Kate GraggKonica Minolta is currently part of a beta program testing out Copilot, a machine learning feature included in the popular recruiting and applicant management software iCIMS.
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A rapidly evolving technology requires internal and external safeguards such as an AI policy by organizations using it.
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Kingston Training Group is proactively enhancing its sales training using artificial intelligence.
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HP Amplify 2024 Partner Conference Showcases HP’s Trend-Setting AI Initiatives
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenHP showcased its commitment to AI at the HP Amplify 2024 Partner Conference in Las Vegas, March 5-7. During the conference, the company introduced a series of AI initiatives and featured partners from leading technology companies at the forefront of the AI evolution.
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Japanese Headlines: Japan’s Energy Conservation Center Recognizes Ricoh and Epson
by Tetsuo Kuboby Tetsuo KuboThe Energy Conservation Center (ECC) in Japan annually recognizes outstanding energy conservation promotion, products, and business models that excel in energy efficiency and CO2 reduction.
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Is there a limit to how many product lines a dealer can sell effectively?
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Don’t Overlook the Obvious When Looking to Diversify
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenDiversify your product, services, and solutions offerings with these four conventional diversification opportunities.
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Wide Format Printers Enable Dealers to Diversify in a Big Way
by Noel Wardby Noel WardWide format printers can be an excellent fit for schools and colleges, retailers, law firms, government offices, and advertising/marketing agencies.
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Changes in buying habits have proven to be a boon for the demand for barcode and label printers.
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EV Chargers: An Electrifying Diversification Opportunity
by Kate Graggby Kate GraggThe time has come for more dealers to tap into EV chargers.
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Maximizing the Potential of Document Management Solutions
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenVertical market opportunities for DocuWare document management software abound in a variety of industries.
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CR-CONNECT 2024 Dealer Tour: The Inspirational History of PDS, a Small Kentucky Dealer Enjoying a Growth Spurt
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenPDS owners Earl and Reena Philpot aren’t letting the size of their dealership limit their opportunities.
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Japanese Headlines: Ricoh Promotes Digital Services as a Catalyst for Growth
by Tetsuo Kuboby Tetsuo KuboCarsten Bruhn, president and CEO of Ricoh USA, explains the current state of the North American market during a digital services briefing.
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Strategies for Success: How Office Technology Dealers and OEMs Can Thrive Together
by Mark Vrunoby Mark VrunoIt’s a simple, win-win equation: OEMs help office technology dealers sell more equipment, which leads to everyone making more money.
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2024 Dealer Panel: The Dynamics of Dealer-Vendor Relationships
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenOur Editorial Advisory Board shares its thoughts on the challenges and successes of a dealer-vendor relationship.
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The Cannata Report takes a closer look at why third-party distribution partners are thriving in the office technology industry.
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More from Ricoh USA’s Jim Coriddi on the Latest Ricoh Initiatives and the Hottest Industry Trends
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenIn part two of our two-part interview, Ricoh USA’s Jim Coriddi offers his thoughts on the Ricoh-Toshiba partnership, a big rumor associated with that partnership, A4, acquisitions, artificial intelligence, and more.
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Ricoh USA’s Jim Coriddi Discusses the Latest Ricoh Initiatives and the Hottest Industry Trends
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenIf you want to get the pulse of what’s taking place at Ricoh USA and inside the Ricoh dealer community, the best person to speak with is Jim Coriddi, senior vice president of Ricoh USA’s dealer division.
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2024 Executive Connection Summit Propels Artificial Intelligence to Forefront of Office Technology Industry
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenIf I had to sum up the Executive Connection Summit 2024 in one word or two letters, it would be AI. Indeed, AI was the prevailing topic of multiple presentations, including some that weren’t specifically dedicated to AI.