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The office copier/MFP has evolved from merely print-and-copy to a bridge between the physical paper and digital workspaces. Today, they act as cloud-connected edge devices rather than isolated peripherals.
One of the most uncomfortable but critical questions in the office print industry continues to be: how much are print volumes declining?
New features include post-quantum cryptography (PQC) support for future-ready protection against evolving cyber threats, and voice guidance for some models.
The office copier/MFP has evolved from merely print-and-copy to a bridge between the physical paper and digital workspaces. Today, they act as cloud-connected edge devices rather than isolated peripherals.
Smart, connected printers with artificial intelligence printing automation are also now helping logistics players tackle legacy inefficiencies and close the digitalization gap.
One of the most uncomfortable but critical questions in the office print industry continues to be: how much are print volumes declining?
“The future of large-format printing is connected, intelligent, and built around how work actually happens today.”
The new DocLang standard for AI provides more reliable document interpretation, increased accuracy, and lower costs.
Features of note include AI-enhanced image processing, faster scanning speeds, and Microsoft Entra ID authentication.
New features include post-quantum cryptography (PQC) support for future-ready protection against evolving cyber threats, and voice guidance for some models.
Document-workflow specialist ABBYY, along with IBM, NVIDIA, Red Hat, HumanSignal, and the Linux Foundation, are launching DocLang, a new open standard…
Along with the landmark ruling, HP reports that authorities have removed some 8 million counterfeit printer cartridges over the last several years.
These massive firms dominate the market alongside manufacturer-owned direct branches and other large, private equity-backed dealer networks.
Instead of just duplicating pixels, advanced MFPs incorporating artificial intelligence and large language models read, understand, and act on the meaning of text.
S&P believes Xerox continues to face refinancing risk related to its debt maturities, but notes that the company is making good progress in improving its profitability through cost savings and synergies from the Lexmark acquisition.
“Through this partnership, we will translate the potential of generative AI into practical business applications and more informed decision-making.”
“If the United States is committed to onshoring more sectors of its economy, ink and toner remanufacturing is a key industry to support because it helps reduce plastic waste while lowering demand for the raw materials and energy required to manufacture new cartridges.”
On June 16th, Toshiba America Business Solutions launched the A4 color e‑STUDIO331AC and 401AC, which it says feature next-generation security......
Some dealers are concerned that they’re now being used merely as installers for national accounts, with ongoing service and management handed off to Marco.
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