01732 759725 42 and a lack of expertise or resources, which can hinder businesses from making the transition as quickly as they would like. To address these concerns, we offer a transitional approach through our MAP Strategy, which integrates Printix (cloud-based) and ControlSuite (on-premise) solutions. This hybrid model allows our customers to manage their print workflows flexibly, adapting to their needs without being locked into a single solution. Security remains a top priority, and our customers appreciate the option to store print data either locally or in the cloud, with robust encryption. Stuart Miller, Partner Channel Director, Canon UK and Ireland: While many organisations today use cloud-based solutions on some level, there are still challenges when it comes to migration and harnessing the full potential of the technology. Implemented correctly, cloud-based print management can drive productivity by maximising workflow efficiencies, streamlining document management and improving customer experience. However, functionality, security and cost are key barriers to cloud print can struggle to deliver secure and functional print to their hybrid workers when using traditional solutions, so demand is growing. As organisations migrate more of their systems towards a cloud model, we see changes in customer demand. Zero trust environments can make it challenging to deploy queues to users, so the solution must contain deployment capabilities that allow drivers to be managed, deployed, and updated centrally. Security is another key concern, and clients should look for solutions that can offer firmware, password, and policy management of the fleet to ensure that their MPS solution is not the weakest link in their security chain. Barriers depend upon the solution being adopted. Many rely on onsite agents that must be managed and maintained at each local network, increasing the burden on already overstretched IT teams. This can be challenging in shared or temporary working spaces where a third-party owns the network infrastructure. Matt Hill, Regional Vice President, Sales– Northern Europe, Middle East & S. Africa – DAS, Tungsten Automation: I’ve observed a significant shift towards cloud-based print management across various industries. Most of our customers have either transitioned to the cloud or aspire to do so. The primary drivers for this trend include the rise of remote working, cost savings from eliminating legacy servers, and the flexibility and scalability that cloud solutions offer. Additionally, enhanced security and disaster recovery capabilities are becoming increasingly important. However, the pace of full cloud adoption is not as rapid as the industry initially predicted, and it varies significantly by geography and industry. Key barriers include integration challenges with existing infrastructure One of the primary drivers behind this is the simplification of network infrastructure. As businesses move away from traditional VPNs and MPLS links in favour of internet-only connectivity, cloud print solutions offer a more streamlined and secure alternative. Hybrid/remote working also plays a part, creating demand for flexible, centrally managed print environments that can support users regardless of location. Security is another key factor, with cloud platforms offering robust features such as encryption, access controls, and audit trails that help organisations meet compliance requirements. There are, however, still barriers to adoption. Many organisations continue to rely on legacy systems and devices that are not cloud-compatible. These environments often necessitate the retention of on-premise servers, which can slow down or complicate the transition to the cloud. Ian Fox, Channel Solutions and Services Specialist, Xerox: The rise in remote and hybrid work has significantly boosted the popularity of hybrid cloud print solutions. IT managers VOX POP …continued Graham Adshead Matt Hill
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