Three office technology dealers succeeding with selling production printing devices share their high-volume diversification strategies.
Office Technology News, October 5 – 9, 2026
Our rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology news.
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Why support the Precision Medicine for Military Veterans Initiative? Frank Cannata explains on this week’s “Fridays with Frank.”
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Where will inkjet go next, and how does the technology move downmarket? Kyocera shares some notions . . . .
YellowDog Adds Visualis3R from Color-Logic
The Denver-based print and design company now has a new way to preview and develop specialty-ink designs before production, says distributor Color-Logic.
Arrvel Expands Thermal Label Printer Portfolio for Businesses and Everyday Use
New thermal label printers from Arrvel, an Emdoor Information brand in China, are designed to support e-commerce sellers, small businesses, and everyday labeling needs.
Konica Minolta President & CEO Toshimitsu Taiko Participates in the 2026 United Nations Private Sector Forum
Environmental sustainability was front and center at the 2026 United Nations Private Sector Forum. Konica Minolta was present at the high-level meeting, organized by the UN Global Compact and held recently in New York City.
Visual Edge IT Promotes Laurel Burton to Chief Marketing Officer
Burton, who joined Visual Edge IT in September 2025 as vice president of marketing, will continue serving on the Executive Leadership Team and report directly to CEO James Hwang.
EO Johnson on How Banks and Credit Unions Choose Secure Multifunction Devices
In its weekly newsletter geared towards helping SMBs navigate technology and trends, dealer EO Johnson tackles print security questions for the financial services vertical market.
Ricoh and ETRIA Launch “Circular New”
The manufacturing concept reduces newly sourced material use from about 76% to as low as 21%, report Ricoh and ETRIA, with product carbon footprint expected to drop by up to 25%.
Fujifilm Next-Generation A3 Color MFPs Continue to Evolve through Cloud and AI
The Apeos C7072 Series supports the use of organizational know-how and contributes to reducing environmental impact, Fujifilm says.
UK Dealer ABS Explains Changing Digital Document Workflows
Modern offices need to focus on structured document workflows that connect physical printing on MFPs with digital information management, says ABS UK Limited.
LDI Connect Acquires Evolve Communications
Acquisition of fellow NY company brings voice, data, fiber, design-build expertise into LDI Connect’s Pro AV, IT and Security Practices.
New Fujifilm Multifunction Printer Is First to Receive “UL GREENGUARD Gold Certification”
The Apeos C7072 Series from Fujifilm is contributing to the creation of better work environments by improving indoor air quality.
Sales Enablement Expert & Girls Who Print Leader Kelly Mallozzi Joins SPC
Chicago-area direct mail printer taps seasoned Girls Who Print exec to direct sales development and “talent growth.”
Pacific Office Automation Continues Partnership with the Charity Championship Tour
Together, these tournaments raised more than $265,000 for local charities in 2026, reports office technology dealership Pacific Office Automation, and have contributing $700,000 in donatations over the past five years.
Print Markets in Transition: drupa Insights Highlights New Growth Opportunities
Printing is evolving within the media mix, say drupa show organizers, and print service providers are evolving with it.
KODAK PROSPER Plus 5 Imprinting System Is Launched
The PROSPER Plus 5 Imprinting System is a 500-fpm solution that adds KODAK Stream Inkjet Technology to existing presses and finishing lines.
PrintReleaf and CEO Juice Launch ERP Integration for e-automate Dealers
New API integration with CEO Juice connects PrintReleaf directly to the e-automate service management system.
