The Week in Copiers Ten Years Ago This Week In 2010, the Second Week of August
Last week all of the manufacturers in the imaging industry posted heavy losses. No one manufacturer was spared from COVID19 losses. Since I still plan to be doing what I do best for another ten years there are times when I need to think about the future of the Imaging Channel. Do I think print will go away, naw however I do believe that print volumes will decrease across the SMB space by at least 20%. I also believe there will be we'll see at least a 25% drop in the amount of people that our industry employees moving forward. Smaller, and nimble could be a good thing!
Enjoy these threads from 10 years ago this week
Canon U.S.A. Honored with Six Awards from Buyers Laboratory, Inc.
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Results from OKI "Color Lab" Experiment Show Color Images Increase Retention and Reca
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MOUNT LAUREL, N.J., August 10, 2010- “Color Lab” experiment conducted at the International Society for Technology in Education Conference supports theory that people retain more information with color images OKI Data Americas, which markets its products under the OKI® Printing Solutions brand, conducted an informal “Color Lab” experiment at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) to test the theory that color visuals help increase learning and retention. The interactive
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Conlin's Digital Print & Copy Center Invests in Xerox Color and Black & White Technol
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investment in Xerox equipment distinguishes our printing capabilities from the competition -- we meet our customer's deadlines, not make them." With the Color 1000 Press' clear dry ink, Conlin's expects to generate new market opportunities by offering highlighted images and text for short-run magazines and promotional marketing materials. The company will use the press and XMPie's UDirect(R) Classic software along with Xerox's FreeFlow(R) Variable Information Suite software to fulfill customers
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HP Names Ahmed Mahmoud Senior Vice President of Global Information Technology
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College of Science Advisory Board. “Ahmed has a unique combination of technology skills and industry vision, and will be of great benefit to HP,” said Mott. “He’s a great addition to an already deep and talented HP IT team.” The HP IT leadership team includes a number of senior IT executives, including previous chief information officers, with experience in a range of industries and Fortune 50 companies. About HP HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people
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Colortrac Inc. Distributes its SmartLF Wide Format Scanners via Promark Technology
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British excellence in science and technology, Colortrac Ltd is the leading innovator in professional wide format scanners and image acquisition software solutions. As the first manufacturer to recognize the individual merits of Charge Coupled Display (CCD) and Contact Image Sensor technology (CIS), its fifth generation of SmartLF scanners and software are uniquely positioned to meet the demand for both price and performance across the full spectrum of scanning applications. These range from the
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The 7 Cardinal Virtues of Selling
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By Geoffrey James Last week, I posted The 7 Deadly Sins of Selling, all of which will scuttle your sales success. Today, I’m visiting the other side of the coin, the cardinal virtues that you, as a sales professional, absolutely MUST possess in order to be really successful. Here they are: Virtue #1: Patience. If you don’t have patience, you’ll get frustrated and ineffective when things take longer than you’d like. How to get it: Realize that success is usually achieved one step at a time. Be
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"Lead" Copier Stolen from Auto Dealer!
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- Three cars were reported stolen Monday from David Saul Auto Sales along Kanawha Boulevard. A thief broke into the business sometime late Sunday night and took the cars, as well as several sets of keys, dealer plates, a computer, copiers, fax machines and tools. The owner says he does not have theft insurance because he doesn't have a fence in his lot, and the city code stipulates he can't have a fence. He says it's happened seven times in the last few years, and he's
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Canon imageFORMULA ScanFront 300/300P Network Scanners Offer Businesses Digital Age F
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financial offices to legal service and healthcare facilities, Canon's imageFORMULA technology is facilitating the simple and secure distribution of documents and information across their businesses." Key features of the ScanFront 300/300P include: Simple Use – With a large 8.4-inch touch screen display, ScanFront 300/300P users can easily select scanning destinations, and have a clear preview of documents once they are digitized. Four USB ports are included to connect peripherals such as USB drives and
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Upstate NY, City Needs HD system for 46K per month
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Penson is working with Purchasing Director Nancy Lam on copier options. Her office needs a heavy-duty machine that can handle about 46,000 copies a month, she said, but they’re making due with two standard copiers that are showing signs of stress. The board caucuses at noon and starts its regular meeting at 2 p.m. in the County Administration Building, 12 E. Fourth Ave. Both sessions are open to the public. Read more: RN-T.com - Board weighing election needs http://romenews-tribune.com/vi...s
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MFP Printers, Copiers "Whats The Total Cost of Operation"
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(A humorous way to look at cost per page with mfp's) In 31 years of selling copiers to commerical accounts, well...I've pretty much seen it all. Over those years I've had many cleints who did not purchase a copier or a multifunctional unit from me. Now, what peeves me the most is when I'm trying to communicate (help) the cost per page of a device or the total cost of ownership of the device. Many accounts will opt for the small MFP's where the manufacturer states "the up to 8,000-page-per-month
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Switching copiers could save district $20000 annually
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Switching copiers could save district $20000 annually Fenton Tri County Times The contract for these five copiers costs the district $5454 per month, ... The school board will vote on this proposal at its next meeting on Monday, Aug. ... http://www.tctimes.com/article...808167f782608180.txt
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Re: Colortrac Inc. Distributes its SmartLF Wide Format Scanners via Promark Technology
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financial results and the growth in market share are a strong validation of our strategic product and business direction. It is providing a profitable base from which to continue our market expansion." Furthermore, Graham said "I am also delighted that our customers have seen the long term benefits of the quality, innovation and creative thinking we put into the SmartLF wide-format scanners that we produce. Customers understand how these technical initiatives produce features that can increase their
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The bizhub 20 all-in-one (AIO) combines printing,
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bizhub 20P devices, users can focus on reducing the overall cost of running a business by intelligently deploying the right mix of MFPs and printers for their office needs. Using monochrome printers for everyday tasks, while employing an appropriate number of MFPs for jobs that require them, allows for a more efficient use of printing resources. The bizhub 20 and bizhub 20P print at speeds up to 32 pages per minute and come with initial toner capacity of an 8,000 page yield, offering an advantage
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Ricoh Develops Technology to Realize Low-voltage Reference Voltage Generator
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. Furthermore, the use of bipolar transistor increases power consumption. It is possible to realize a reference voltage generator for low-voltage applications by using a MOS (metal oxide semiconductor) transistor if its circuit architecture is improved. For example, a reference voltage generator can be realized by using transistors that have different threshold voltages (Vth). However, in this method, the variation in Vth causes the fluctuation in reference voltage. And, when Vth is lowered to
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KODAK SUPPORTS RISO COMCOLOR® AS AN OFFLINE REPRINT SOLUTION FOR THE KODAK VERSAMARK
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http://www.kodakgallery.com In the graphic communications market, Kodak offers the broadest portfolio of integrated solutions to help customers grow their business. For more information, visit http://www.graphics.kodak.com . For downloading photos and videos from Kodak’s image library, visit http://www.kodak.com/go/gcgimages . (Kodak and Versamark are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company.) About RISO, Inc. RISO, Inc., headquartered in Danvers, Massachusetts, is a wholly owned subsidiary of RISO
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ABBYY USA Marks 10-Year Anniversary Commemorates Milestone with Social Media Contest
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innovation and successful partner integrations, expanding the usability and mass market attention for these technologies. Through ABBYY USA’s efforts, capture accuracy has increased to help people manage an increasing amount of information; the market has expanded to customers that span a variety of industries including government, finance, legal and healthcare; and technologies are consistently evolving to leverage new consumer devices bringing added value to applications. During the past decade
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Sharp(R) Electronics Names John Herrington President, Sharp Electronics ...
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MAHWAH, NJ, Aug 12, 2010 - Sharp Electronics Corporation today announced that John Herrington has been named President of Sharp Electronics Marketing Company of America (SEMCA). In this position, Mr. Herrington is responsible for all the U.S. sales and marketing of all Sharp's consumer electronics products including those in the display, audio and video categories, as well as health and environment-related products. Mr. Herrington reports to Mr. Toshihiko Tanimoto, Sr. Executive Vice President
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Samsung Offers Embedded Common Access Cards for More Secure Multifunction Printers
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-winning consumer electronics, information systems, and home appliance products, as well as oversees all of Samsung’s North American operations including Samsung Telecommunications America, LP, Samsung Semiconductor Inc., Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. and Samsung Electronics Mexico, Inc. As a result of its commitment to innovation and unique design, the Samsung organization is one of the most decorated brands in the electronics industry. The company was ranked #19 in BusinessWeek/Interbrand “100
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Colorado Issues Solicitation for Production-Class Copier Rental
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modifications (including amendments or addenda) to this solicitation are issued, they will be posted on this website (http://www.gssa.state.co.us). Vendors will NOT be automatically notified of the existence of a modification. It is the vendor's responsibility to monitor the Colorado BIDS listings regularly to see if any modifications have been issued. FAILURE TO RETRIEVE SUCH MODIFICATIONS AND INCLUDE THEIR PREVISIONS IN YOUR SOLICITATION RESPONSE MAY RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR QUOTE/BID
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KODAK Capture Pro Software Adds Output Module for Scanning Data into COMPUTHINK VIEWW
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index fields. Accessible from a web or desktop interface, VIEWWISE Document Management Software allows users to define and configure document filing and search settings to achieve greater control over their information processes. VIEWWISE Document Management Software also provides support for more than 400 native files formats, including MICROSOFT WORD, ADOBE ACROBAT PDF and MIME-encoded mail messages. “Kodak collaborates with an extensive network of Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) like
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Making Twitter & Email Marketing Work for You
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Making Twitter & Email Marketing Work for You Debbie A. Everson Many businesses have begun to establish their presence in the Internet through social media services like Twitter. They build accounts, twitter stuff, build a following and followers, and generally hang around and use Twitter services at least once or twice in a day. Eventually, word gets around, and referrals from Twitter services will increase the traffic to their websites. This is all well and good, but is this really all there
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Re: CBS NEWS REPORT ON COPIER SECURITY
I talked to an IT Manager today who told me that if you format a HDD immediately twice in a row, it effectively destroys all useable data on the HDD. Most HDs store data in two parts. The Security Key and the data. Some Data removal software programs only remove the security key. I am told this is like removing the Index from a book and scrambling up the book. The data is still there but needs to be rebuilt.
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Re: CBS NEWS REPORT ON COPIER SECURITY
more details on the new drive http://www.pcworld.com/busines...ives_turned_off.html While a great feature I expect it will have to be Common Criteria certified before it gains much traction in the market place. I would not expect buyers to give up on the idea of a Data Overwrite kit anytime soon. 90% plus of my Sales quotes these days involve copier secuity.
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NEW!! P4P Document Library
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Here's the link http://p4photel.com/eve/forums/a/frm/f/510104541 I'm uploading all of the documents that I've used over the years to close sales, plus my secret files, you know the ones that the veterans PM each other. Plus all of the other documents that I've found and saved on my hard drive.
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Great Bend, KS aquires new copier
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The board also approved the purchase of a new copier from Office Products Inc. in Great Bend. OPI submitted the only quote after specification were approved by the board last month. The copier costs $18,100, but with discounts and the trade-in of the old copier, the final cost will be $7,190. Henderson told the board she also negotiated a continued maintenance agreement at the same price negotiated in 1999. Henderson said she won’t purchase a copier for the GBRC Activity Center for the first
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CITY PRINTER-COPIER RFP in Colorado
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Posting Number: R10-062CD Project Name: CITYWIDE PRINTER-COPIER CONSOLIDATION (ADD #1) Project Type: RFP Due Date: 9/7/2010 Due Time: 3:00 P.M. Status: Accepting Proposals (RFP) Planholders List: Planholders List Description: Project Description A PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE IS SCHEDULED FOR 9:00 A.M. JULY 27, 2010, AT THE CITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 30 SOUTH NEVADA, SUITE 201 CONFERENCE ROOM, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO. 80903. THIS PRE-BID CONFERENCE IS NOT MANDATORY; HOWEVER, ALL INTERESTED
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Panasonic Business Volume Scanner Plus DocuLex Archive Studio Equals Cost-Effective C
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scanning long documents including continuous business forms or electrocardiograms. The unit’s self cleaning ion-filled breeze neutralizes any electrical charges on the documents to be scanned, and reduces the amount of paper dust that clings to their surface. This breeze also flows through the paper path and removes dust from the scanning glass to reduce the need for the user to clean the glass. DocuLex Archive Studio Archive Studio is an easy to use, browser-based content management program
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Search and Print to Any Ricoh HotSpot MFP While On the Go
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built-in HotSpot capability on Ricoh MFPs, customers benefit from advanced mobile resources not standard with competitive MFPs. HotSpot technology can also be added to existing MFPs through a network device that can be installed easily and quickly. Since no drivers or network connectivity is needed to print to HotSpot devices, the need for IT department involvement is limited. This announcement follows the recent launch of the Ricoh HotSpot Printing application for the BlackBerry® smartphone
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ITEX 2011 Expo/Conference “Call for Speakers” Deadline Approaching!
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strategies. Special forums with in depth MPS sessions will tactically address the comprehensive initiatives dealers need to take for recurring profitability. ITEX 2011 Delivers the Future of Office Solutions. SAVE THE DATE: March 22-23, 2011 │ Walter E. Washington Convention Center │ Washington, DC ITEX information is available at www.itexshow.com . 800-989-6077 X214 NOTE: Completed ITEX SPEAKER FORMS AUTOMATICALLY GENERATE A NOTIFICATION TO SENDER
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Re: Xerox 9201 ColorQube "Pricing on the Street"
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Didn't see any took them from local tabloids
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Re: Ricoh Wide Format Equals Skid Row
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I've got 470's approaching 750K Lft, and 240's near 200K...still making great copies. Customers still love them.
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Re: The 7 Cardinal Virtues of Selling
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Thanks for sharing Art - it's stuff like this that keeps us going in the "Dog Days of Summer". I'm printing it out and sticking in my cube - not only for me but for others also. Like a pilot goes thru his Checklist this'll help salestype do their checklist every morning.
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