Alpine and Konica Minolta to Start a Joint Development on the 3D Augmented Reality Head-up Display for Automotive Use

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Tokyo (November 16, 2017) - Alpine Electronics, Inc. (Alpine) and Konica Minolta, Inc. (Konica Minolta) today announced a joint development on the head-up display (HUD) applying the 3D augmented reality (AR)technology for automotive use.

The joint development aims to enhance the innovative 3D AR HUD technology which was originally developed by Konica Minolta as the world’s first* in January 2017. The companies will work together on further advancements in technology suitable for mass production in fiscal 2021.

* As a technology that displays images on a windshield three dimensionally by projecting multiple images simultaneously at multiple distances from a driver without sensing the driver’s eye position (research by Konica Minolta)

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Toshiba America Business Solutions Acquires Electro Imaging Systems, Inc.

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Toshiba America Business Solutions (TABS) today announced that it has acquired Electro Imaging Systems, Inc. (EIS), a leading independent office equipment dealer located in Livermore, Calif.

EIS, which does not currently sell Toshiba products and solutions, will become part of TABS' Toshiba Business Solutions (TBS) division. EIS is TABS' 56th dealer acquisition and the first since 2008. EIS was founded in 1994 as a reseller of Gestetner copiers and multifunction printers. Today, the company offers document and network management solutions, managed print services and office phone systems in addition to the sales, service and support of office printing systems.

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Lexmark Named Best A4 MFP Manufacturer by The Cannata Report

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Nov 15, 2017

Lexmark, a global imaging solutions leader, today announced it was named Best A4 Multifunction Printer (MFP) Manufacturer by The Cannata Report at the publication’s 32nd Annual Awards & Charities Dinner, held Nov. 2 at The Madison Hotel in Morristown, New Jersey. The Cannata Report is an intelligence resource for imaging reseller principals and senior executives in the business technology, managed services and imaging industry.

“We are very honored to receive this award,” said Greg Chavers, vice president, North America Dealer Channel Sales, Lexmark. “Lexmark is committed to listening to our dealers and we’re proud to be recognized by them for delivering world-class technology and unmatched sales and service support.”

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Office Equipment Help Desk: Collate Copies

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Learning all the tips and tricks when it comes to your office equipment can be tricky, but it’s worth learning how to operate your machine beyond the basics. We’re here to help you learn some of the things you can do. Today we’ll look at collating copiers.

Collating copies simply means to set up print jobs into a predetermined sequence. Most copiers will allow you to collate automatically, though some analog copiers require you to use a sorting tray.

Collated copies print in the sets you want them, rather than one page at a time. Say for example you have three pages in each packet and you need three sets. Uncollated copies will print like this:

1,1,1 2,2,2 3,3,3

You would then have to put 1,2, and 3 together yourself. It’s probably not that big of a deal in this example, but if you’re printing for a larger group, or if you have multiple pages, it can be time-consuming.

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Toshiba Wins "Best-in-Class" Awards in Annual Dealer Survey

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Toshiba America Business Solutions has once again been recognized for its innovative products and sterling service and support by winning The Cannata Report’s 2017 Frank Awards for ‘Best-in-Class Manufacturer’ and ‘Best A3 Manufacturer.’ 

The Frank Awards were conducted and presented by The Cannata Report, a leading analyst firm for the document imaging and workflow solutions industry. All Frank Award nominees and winners were determined by votes cast or analysis of data comprised from The Cannata Report’s 2017 Annual Dealer Survey. 

“We congratulate Toshiba America Business Solutions for winning multiple awards at our 32nd Annual Awards & Charities Dinner,” said Frank G. Cannata, president, The Cannata Report. “The dealers participating in our 2017 annual dealer survey made it clear they highly value the products and support they receive from Toshiba.”

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Upgrading Office Equipment? Go Multifunction

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When it’s time to replace an old copier, printer, fax machine, or scanner, there are numerous reasons that you should consider upgrading to multifunction printers. These devices are the real workhorses of today’s office, offering multifunction, all-in-one capability plus added perks like workflow generation, security features, and more.

Here are a few of our favorite reasons for choosing multifunction.

Savings

Multifunction printers save all over the place:

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Why Your Office Needs a Print Assessment

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When you add a Managed Print service to your office, the first thing that you get is a print assessment. Do not be fooled by this simple sounding term: a print assessment is a comprehensive, complete look at your overall print environment. It’s what enables you to make huge changes to the way your business handles printing and it helps illuminate exactly how much you’re spending on print expenses. Thanks to the latter, it also lets you know just how much you can save with managed print.

Here’s a look at what the print assessment will do for your business.

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Copier Concerns: To Buy or To Lease?

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Whether you’re in the market for new equipment or looking to replace/upgrade in your office, you’ll probably encounter an important question early on: should I buy or lease a copier?

Upgrading your equipment is a great way to increase productivity and make positive changes in your office. No matter which method of obtaining the equipment you decide on, you’ll enjoy new technology that will work hard for you. One key to making the most of your copier is to get the best device for your needs within your budget. This means figuring out exactly which features and specs you need. Then, when you’re ready to find the device, you can take on this question: to buy or to lease? Here is some information about both methods.

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Addressing Inefficiencies with Your Office Equipment

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If you’re not quite sure how your office equipment is being used, it’s time to take control.

Inefficient and wasteful uses of your office equipment can cost you time and money in the long run. The expenses related to printing, for example, can add up to a significant portion of your overall spending if you don’t pay attention.

Sure, it takes a bit of time to get printer use under control, but once you gain a sense of what needs to change and get everyone on board with new policies, it’s easy to keep it going. Here are some ways you can address and correct wasteful and inefficient uses of your printers.

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How to Find the Right Multifunction Printer

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Office equipment plays an important role in your business. A multifunction printer is a great option for a hard-working device that takes the place of several machines – it prints, copies, scans, and faxes all in one. What’s more, it can be the hub for workflow generation, digital conversions, and more.

But when you’ve decided to upgrade to a multifunction printer, how do you know which one is right for you? Here are some tips to help you find your perfect match.

Determine Your Specific Needs

The first step to finding the right device is to gather as many specifics about your office’s needs as you can. What are you hoping to get from the device? Do you print in color? How many prints/scans/copies per day do you average? How many users will it support? Any specifications about use and your future goals will help narrow the selection.

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