Press release from the issuing company:
Datamax Inc. has acquired Wight Office Machines, a privately owned business technology provider serving businesses in Fort Smith and Russellville, Arkansas. This acquisition aligns with Datamax’s strategic Growth Plus (+) corporate strategy to broaden its presence and strengthen its commitment to organizations throughout Arkansas and Texas.
Since 1929, Wight Office Machines has established itself as a trusted partner for local and regional businesses, consistently evolving with the technology landscape. The company’s mission has always centered on equipping its customers with solutions that improve efficiency and create a competitive edge in their markets.
The shared values and philosophies between Datamax and Wight Office Machines provide a strong foundation for this new partnership. This alignment ensures a smooth transition for customers and creates new opportunities to deliver even greater value in the future.
“We are truly excited about this new chapter for Wight Office Machines as we join the Datamax family. Datamax’s business ideology is the same as our’s, and that’s ultimately taking care of the customer,” said Michael Wight, president at Wight Office Machines, Inc. “While our name and ownership may be changing, our customers can count on the same dedicated service with the team they’ve always known. With the added resources of Datamax, we are confident our ability to deliver outstanding technology solutions and support will only grow stronger.”
Together, Datamax and Wight Office Machines professionals will continue offering a full range of business technology services, including multifunction copiers and printers, desktop and wide-format devices, production print, as well as document management, managed print services, managed IT, and consulting services. This expanded portfolio provides customers with a holistic approach to solving today’s business technology challenges.
“Our excitement extends well beyond the business side of this acquisition,” says Barry Simon, president of Datamax Inc. “At Datamax, culture trumps everything. We don’t want our clients to just be satisfied — our mission is to Create Raving Fans®. Wight Office Machines shares that same commitment to their customers, employees, and community, making this partnership a perfect cultural fit.”
This acquisition represents more than just expansion. It brings additional energy, resources, and expertise that will benefit customers and employees alike, reinforcing Datamax’s promise to help businesses focus on what they do best — running their business, not their technology.
About Wight Office Machines
Founded in 1929 by O. B. Williamson, Wight Office Machines has been a trusted partner to businesses in Fort Smith and the surrounding communities for nearly a century. Williamson originally represented Underwood Corporation and Smith Corona before the company was purchased in 1960 by Marion and Dorothy Wight. Their son, Michael Wight, joined the business in 1970 and has served as President since 1981. In 2005, Michael expanded the company’s presence by opening a branch in Russellville, Arkansas.
Still family-owned and operated for more than 50 years, Wight Office Machines proudly serves customers within a 100-mile radius of both Fort Smith and Russellville. We are the area’s authorized dealer for Kyocera Document Solutions Corporation, Samsung, Okidata, and HSM of America.
