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From DocuWare acquisition to Ricoh Intelligent Automation, Ricoh continues to expand into next-generation AV and conference-room solutions, and document process automation, including AI-assisted data extraction and document management.
Lexmark’s fate is now inextricably tied to an ailing Xerox. Whether it’s up to the task of reviving it, and the two companies can become the industry’s “print powerhouse” remains to be seen.
Ricoh USA continues to advance its digital-services portfolio, which includes AV and conference-room solutions…
Refurbished models consist of up to 82 percent recycled parts, and use company’s low-melt toner for energy-consumption reduction.
New capability provides IT with complete visibility into the entire device ecosystem – from personal laptops, to video and audio devices, and to shared office printers.
Overall, U.S. reciprocal tariffs have cost office printer and copier/MFP companies over $1 billion, despite the companies’ various mitigation efforts such as raising prices , cutting costs, and shifting production out of high-tariff countries.
New HP Workplace App brings Copilot’s generative AI capabilities such as document summaries to to HP Workpath-enabled office MFPs.
Company facing ongoing supply chain and production challenges.
Company argues that U.S. reciprocal tariffs were unlawfully imposed, and joins Xerox/Lexmark, Ricoh, Katun, and Sharp in filing lawsuits against them.
The company continues to face tariff challenges, while it shifts towards integrated commerce platforms, software, and services for its retail business, where it sees more growth.
In late December, both Katun Corporation and Sharp Corporation filed lawsuits against the United States…
Overall, the year 2025 was a year in which Kyocera Document Solutions strengthened its market position – but also hit......
Although Sharp must increase its revenue growth, the good news is its return to profitability. Overall, the company is expanding its product lineup from copier/MFPs, displays, and appliances to include mobility solutions, AI, connectivity, and energy technology.
In 2025, Ricoh continued its transition from a traditional office-equipment manufacturer into a services- and solutions-led company, while still maintaining its position in print. Ricoh exited 2025 as a stable, profitable, and increasingly services-oriented vendor, while maintaining and growing its presence in office and production print.
From its Lexmark acquisition and Kyocera production-print agreement, plus new AI-enhanced copier/MFPs, there was a lot going on at Xerox. The company is seeking to reposition itself as a provider of print as well as digital and IT services – but many challenges remain.
2025 was a year of improvement for Konica Minolta, as the company’s structural reforms paid off. It also used 2025 to advance its A4 office and its commercial print portfolios.
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