01732 759725 8 BULLETIN Ricoh launches new partner programme Ricoh UK has officially launched the Ricoh Unity Partner Programme, a strategic initiative designed to redefine partner collaboration, enhance both partner and customer experience, and accelerate digital transformation and growth for partners in the UK. The new programme is structured around four clearly defined levels – Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum and recognises partner growth and success. The levels create a progressive pathway where each stage unlocks increasingly valuable benefits, enhanced support resources and commercial advantages. Beyond the traditional levels, Ricoh Unity introduces specialisms across the Ricoh strategic portfolio that acknowledge partners’ depth of expertise across the customer engagement lifecycle. These include Sales = Specialist: focused on revenue generation and market development, Sales + Pre-Sales = Expert: enhanced capability including solution design and consultation and Sales + Pre-Sales + Technical = Elite: comprehensive expertise spanning the entire customer journey. Rowan Jeffreys-Hoar, Director of Partner Channel, Ricoh UK, said: “We are delighted to introduce Ricoh Unity to the UK market – a programme designed to strengthen collaboration and drive growth. Unity reflects our belief that sustainable success comes through genuine partnership. By investing in our partners’ capabilities and providing the tools, training, and support they need, we continue to help them succeed and deliver exceptional value to their customers.” www.ricoh.co.uk Kyocera names UFP as distributor Kyocera Document Solutions UK has named UFP (UK) Ltd as a new Tier 1 distributor for its ECOSYS hardware and wholesale toner for all channel customers, as well as ECOSYS and TASKalfa fulfilment toner for Kyocera’s authorised Servicing Dealers. This represents a resumption of a previous partnership between the two companies, with UFP formerly being a distributor for Kyocera genuine consumables. Kyocera and UFP will work closely together as part of the new partnership, collaborating on existing and new business opportunities to ensure favourable outcomes. UFP already has strong relationships with a number of Kyocera partners, which should ensure a seamless transition for resellers, dealers and customers. Pete Lunn, Head Sales Lead at Kyocera, said: “It’s great to be working with UFP once again. We’re always looking to expand our distribution network and connect with companies that offer long-standing expertise and experience in the reseller market. UFP ticks all the boxes in this respect, so we’re looking forward to seeing the partnership develop, and bringing the benefits of ECOSYS hardware and toner to more customers.” www.kyoceradocumentsolutions.co.uk Phil Jones named among the North’s top leaders Brother UK Managing Director Phil Jones has been named as one of the most influential business leaders in the North of England. He has been included for the second year running in Business Cloud Magazine’s Northern Leaders for 2025 list, recognising his contribution to regional business growth, strategic leadership and long-term investment in the North and also been named in the first ever North West Business Insider Business Power List of the region’s 100 most trailblazing business leaders. Jones said: “We remain committed to the North, investing in people and technology that strengthen the region’s role in the UK’s tech economy. Being named among the North’s most influential leaders is a privilege – but more than that, it’s a signal of the trust people have in our reputation for sustainable business practice and our investment in our people.” www.brother.co.uk Rowan Jeffreys-Hoar Pete Lunn Phil Jones Epson Europe advances towards net zero Epson Europe has released its FY24/25 ESG/Sustainability Report, highlighting significant milestones in its sustainability journey, including external validation of its decarbonisation pathway underscoring the company’s commitment to achieving net zero by 2050. This year, Epson secured official validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its ambitious greenhouse gas reduction targets, committing to achieve a carbon-negative footprint by 2050. The company aims to reduce total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 90% within this timeframe. These science-based goals represent a transformative shift, focusing on eliminating reliance on underground resources and fundamentally reshaping Epson’s entire value chain for a more sustainable future. In addition to SBTi validation, Epson’s sustainability efforts have also been recognised by EcoVadis, which awarded the company a Platinum rating for its comprehensive environmental, social, and governance practices. Epson continues to lead sustainability efforts through innovation that supports circular manufacturing and resource efficiency. Following the completion of its state-of-the-art metal recycling facility in Japan, Epson Atmix, a group company, has expanded its sales presence into Europe to meet the rising demand for high-quality metal powders. The facility recycles used metals from Epson’s operations and the wider community to produce the metal powders which serve as raw materials for advanced manufacturing. www.epson.eu
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