In the IDC MarketScape: ‘Worldwide Print Transformation 2020 Vendor Assessment’ (doc #US45354420, August 2020), Konica Minolta was named a ‘Leader’. The company has pursued an approach to significantly grow its product portfolio and capabilities in IT services. The IDC MarketScape states that “Konica Minolta has successfully executed this plan in targeted areas such as managed IT services, security, voice over IP (VoIP), enterprise content management, business process outsourcing, and vertical specific ERP and CRM solutions”. The report notes that “…customers seeking more than just a refresh of their printer/MFP portfolio and more of a vision of the workplace’s evolution into the future may want to consider Konica Minolta.”
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TheIJC 2020 cancelled
We are sorry to inform that TheIJC (The Inkjet Conference) will no longer take place in Düsseldorf in October 2020, due to the continued public health risks and business disruption caused by the COVID-10 pandemic.
Stora Enso invests in cross laminated timber (CLT) production in Czech Republic
Stora Enso has decided to invest approximately EUR 79 million in a new production line for cross laminated timber (CLT) at its Ždírec sawmill in the Czech Republic. The investment will further enhance Stora Enso’s position as a global provider of high-quality engineered wooden elements and as a market leader in CLT.
IPIA urges marketers, brands and agencies to include more print in their sustainability strategies
In the wake of the Government committing £350million to fuel a ‘green recovery’, the Independent Print Industry Association (IPIA) is urging brands and marketers to re-look at print as they plan their sustainability strategies.
Münster online print shop celebrates ten years of existence
The online print shop viaprinto based in Münster is celebrating its first round birthday this year. Under the motto "viaprinto turns ten and says thank you", customer bonuses also flank the anniversary.
Fresh cell treatment for Druckhaus Berlin
To provide more service and synergies, Druckhaus Berlin is now concentrating its Berlin activities at one location in Marienfelde. A new corporate design and a modern Internet presence with an online shop round off the external development.
FLYERALARM presents the 11th Design Award
Following the success of the tenth FLYERALARM Design Award 2020, graphic designers, designers and agencies have the opportunity to submit their own ad designs again this year. The winners of the four categories - people, animals, environment and social affairs - will each receive €2,500, as will the winner of the audience award.
Start of training at SPRINTIS
SPRINTIS relies on junior staff from its own ranks
On 1 September 2020, seven new trainees will start at SPRINTIS. In the training year 2020 / 2021, the online mail order company will employ a total of 17 trainees in different areas.
Career aspiration: press engineering
Trainees start their careers at Koenig & Bauer
Start of the training year at the group sites in Germany and Austria
Prospective mechatronics engineers make up the largest share of future skilled workers
Strong commitment to vocational training despite the strained global economy
Smyth's Boston Facility Gains Certification Through Sustainable Green Printing Partnership
Boston, MA is the Second Smyth Company Facility to Become SGP Certified
HP Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape Worldwide Print Transformation 2020 Vendor Assessment
HP recognized for its diverse portfolio and transformative innovations such as 3D printing and microfluidics