PRINTITRESELLER.UK 13 BULLETIN Global technology partnership Umango has announced a new global technology partnership with FUJIFILM Business Innovation. The collaboration brings Umango’s advanced embedded document automation capabilities to Fujifilm’s range of multifunction devices. Through this partnership, Umango will deliver seamless, panel-based document capture to Fujifilm devices, enabling intelligent document workflows with OCR, AI-driven data extraction, browser-based validation, and flexible export options – all accessible directly from the device. “This is a major step forward for Umango and our global reseller network,” said Andrew Wade, Global Channel Manager at Umango. “Fujifilm’s next-generation hardware, paired with our intelligent software, creates a compelling solution that solves real-world business challenges, delivering speed, accuracy, and automation where documents originate.” www.printandcopycontrol.com/umango Growth for DocuWare DocuWare continues to invest in both its cloud and on-premise offerings, ensuring a consistent experience and driving steady growth across both platforms. FY24 was a year of significant growth - cloud revenue increased YOY by 25%, with global revenue growing at 16% despite political and economic uncertainties. Customer numbers surged, with over 3,000 new customers joining worldwide. Approximately 2,800 of these new customers chose cloud solutions, demonstrating the clear preference for flexible and scalable cloud-based ECM. DocuWare now serves well over 20,000 customers globally. CEO Dr Michael Berger said: “Our‑exceptional FY24 performance validates our vision, our product strength and our commitment to innovation in the ECM space. We’ve anticipated the market’s evolving needs and we’ve invested strategically to deliver cuttingedge technology that empowers businesses to thrive.” https://start.docuware.com Konica Minolta partners with Cancer Research UK Konica Minolta has announced a new partnership with Cancer Research UK. Employees voted unanimously to support the charity and will participate in an extensive programme of fundraising, awareness and volunteering activities throughout the next 12 months. The company has kick-started its programme of events with members of the senior management team joining other employees for a 20km walk around London landmarks, and another taking in the sights of the historic city of Chester. Next up is a sponsored bike ride that will depart from Konica Minolta’s CEC (Client Engagement Centre), in Houghton Regis. In addition to actively participating, employees will also be able to use their annual volunteering day to help out in their local communities, such as supporting Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life, Shine Night Walk, Big Hike and Pretty Muddy events. www.konicaminolta.co.uk Tech talent on tap The Channel Recruiter and Nebula Global Services have joined forces to launch ‘Tech Talent on Tap’, a new global resourcing solution tailored for the technology channel. This strategic collaboration delivers a dynamic, results-driven approach to technical talent acquisition, offering VARs, MSPs, GSIs, and channel organisations seamless ondemand access to world-class technical professionals. Ross Teague, Founder and CEO of Nebula Global Services said: “As pioneers in our respective domains, this strategic alliance sets a bold new benchmark for the global technology channel. Together, we’re launching Tech Talent on Tap, a game-changing resourcing solution engineered to empower VARs, MSPs, GSIs, and channel firms with instant access to elite technical talent across the globe.” Zoe Chatley, Founder and CEO, The Channel Recruiter added: ”As the IT channel grows and evolves, we wanted to make sure we evolve with it. We are excited that Nebula Global Services has agreed to partner with us and launch Tech Talent on Tap. Our joint global resource-as-a-service (Raas) offers the IT channel a service like no other. Offering quick, on-demand technical resource and people solutions.” This global RaaS service is both vendor- and technology-agnostic, completely focused on the desired business outcome of the channel partner and their end-user client. www.nebulaglobalservices.com, www.thechannelrecruiter.co.uk Ross Teague Xerox completes Lexmark acquisition Xerox has completed its acquisition of Lexmark from Ninestar Corporation, PAG Asia Capital, and Shanghai Shouda Investment Centre. The transaction, valued at $1.5 billion inclusive of net debt and assumed liabilities, marks a significant milestone in the company’s strategic transformation and reinforces its commitment to delivering innovative workplace solutions in an evolving hybrid environment. “We’ve long admired Lexmark’s strong print and managed print services reputation, robust client and partner base, and global presence. Over the years, we’ve built a collaborative partnership, and today, we take our business to the next level,” said Steve Bandrowczak, Chief Executive Officer at Xerox. “Together, we will drive greater success for our clients and partners through a broader portfolio of print and managed print solutions, furthering our reinvention and solidifying our path toward longterm profitable growth.” “Today is a pivotal moment for Xerox and Lexmark as these two great companies combine to shape the future of the printing industry,” said Allen Waugerman, who is stepping down as Lexmark President and Chief Executive Officer with this close. “Leading Lexmark has been an incredible opportunity, and I look forward to the accomplishments that lie ahead.” www.xerox.com Steve Bandrowczak
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