A digital-first mindset, which includes cybersecurity and managed IT, is driving profitability and boosting print hardware sales.
Office Technology News, June 1 – 5, 2026
Our rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology news.
Pacific Office Automation Celebrates 50 Years of Growth, Innovation, and Community
Employees come together to mark a half-century in business and recognize Terry and Karen Newsom, the co-founders of Pacific Office Automation.
Mitel Appoints Ben Macdonald as New Channel Chief
Seasoned channel executive, who also will head up global channel go-to-market, brings a wealth of partner-led growth expertise to Mitel as demand for integrated-hybrid communications solutions accelerates worldwide.
Minuteman Press Franchise Owner Talks Building a Family Business in the Southwest
Minuteman Press President’s Club Owner Frank McLeod is building for the next generation (his son, Tyler) in Rockwall, Texas.
Hitchcock Printing Acquires Marketing Solutions
Graphic Arts Advisors represents Marketing Solutions in combination with Hitchcock Printing, another Connecticut print service provider.
Impact Networking Names John Quinn as CFO
In the chief financial officer role, Quinn replaces 10-year company veteran Jeff Miller, who left Impact Networking in April.
ConnectWise Unveils the Industry’s First Predictive Intelligence Platform to Lead the Era of Predictive IT
New operational modeling demonstrates how AI-driven orchestration and autonomous execution will fundamentally reshape MSP productivity, scalability, and operating economics, says ConnectWise.
Former Xerox CEO Steve Bandrowczak Joins Sol Consulting as Senior Advisor
Led by three former Xerox executives, the Sol.Assist Advisory has been established to help C-Suite executives leverage AI to transition strategy into real-world, measurable value.
eProductivity Software Appoints Lauren Smith as Chief Marketing Officer
As CMO, Smith will oversee global marketing strategy, brand positioning, demand generation, and go-to-market alignment across the eProductivity Software business.
Ford Office Technologies Acquires AJ Technology Group
Expansion enhances the regional service footprint in southwestern Pennsylvania and introduces advanced managed IT and technology suites to a broader client base, says dealership Ford Office Technologies.
Canon U.S.A. Strengthens Production Printing Leadership Team
Rolando Martinez is appointed as senior director of marketing, Production Print. The industry veteran brings experience from HP, Kodak, and Kornit Digital, Canon says.
Standard Finishing Introduces New Territory Sales Manager
John Kaliotzakis, formerly of KBR Graphics and RM Machinery, to represent Standard Finishing in Canada.
Girls Who Print Announces Global Summer Summit and Worldwide Call for Speakers
“The Elements of Impact” Summer Summit is a free, two-day online conference taking place July 29 & 30, exploring the forces that shape careers, leadership, and influence across the print and graphic communications industry, says Girls Who Print.
Canon Demonstrated Print’s ‘Power to Move’ at FESPA Global Print Expo 2026
The OEM’s exhibit featured on-stand experiences and the latest wide-format printing technologies, says Canon Middle East.
Canon Launches New imageFORCE C3100 and 4100 Series A3 Multifunction Printers
A3-format color and monochrome replacement MFPs are designed to deliver powerful options for businesses with evolving operational needs. says Canon U.S.A., Inc.
Jennifer Cheh and Betsy Larson of Sharp Recognized as 2026 CRN Women of the Channel
Two SVP honorees from Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) champion channel excellence and making a difference in the IT ecosystem.
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News headlines from Japan extend far beyond OEMs, according to Domo Services Founder Hiro Ueda of Stramaglio Consulting.
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Ouch! At Applied Innovation, total clicks per device have dropped from 5,500 in 2019 to 3,750 post-COVID, reports CEO John Lowery. What’s a dealer to do?
