Print.IT Reseller - issue 54

01732 75972 5 10 BULLETIN Award success for Comgem ecommerce solution provider Comgem has picked up the Technological and Innovative Business of the Year award in the South Wales Business Awards 2018. Since launching its platform, Comgem has gone from strength to strength, working with a host of clients including PHS Group, Spicers and leading independent computer reseller Comcen. Funder and Commercial Director, Danielle Attard, said: “We are delighted to have been recognised for our contribution to technology and innovation within the South Wales Business community.” www.comgem.com Formpipe Lasernet expands in Poland Formpipe Lasernet, a specialist provider of document output management solutions for Microsoft Dynamics, has partnered with Microsoft Dynamics 365 reseller, MS POS. The deal will see the point of sale solutions provider become Lasernet’s key distributor in the Polish market. The partnership is set to strengthen Formpipe Lasernet’s established portfolio of certified partners and distributors and will aid the company’s growth strategy across EMEA. With more than 30 years’ experience in IT business solutions, MS POS serves nearly 50 customers by providing innovative software solutions, as well as offering support in hardware selection and installation. Managing Director Allen Jones, said: “MS POS is exactly the right partner to propel Lasernet in the Polish market. Formpipe looks forward to ensuring that our Polish customers have access to both cutting edge technology, and local expertise during their digital transformations.” www. LasernetByFormpipe. com Konica Minolta’s innovation approach recognised Konica Minolta’s innovation approach is one of the best practices referenced in Capgemini Consulting and MIT Digital’s new research on “The Foundations of Corporate Innovation in the Digital Age”. The report identifies three factors for a successful organisation of innovation in large corporations: the right innovation architecture, the right innovation sources and the alignment of the right capabilities. Cath Hackett, Director of Strategic Marketing and Innovation at Konica Business Solutions UK, said: “Our innovations help businesses to shape the future, changing the way people conduct business and use technology for business advantage. We have helped many global blue- chip businesses reduce costs, streamline business processes and undergo successful digital transformation.” www.konicaminolta.co.uk Prokom delivers inspiring global conference Prokom’s second annual conference in Budapest, Hungary, has been hailed a resounding success by Konica Minolta and user group members. Delegates came from Australia, Singapore, China, India, North America and many countries across Europe to network and learn from each other. Feedback on the conference speakers and breakout sessions was incredibly positive and members were inspired and motivated to take the lessons learnt back into their businesses. Andy Barber, Chairman of Prokom, said: “It’s our belief is that it’s not just about what people make but about what they make possible. And we are truly proud of what was made possible for our members at the conference in Budapest. And our members were incredibly positive in their feedback.” Ultratec launches third party maintenance division UltraSupport Services will expand the company’s offering beyond data erasure, physical data destruction services and bespoke recycling solutions, into the adjacent area of third party maintenance services. The division will focus exclusively on servicing the IT channel market and will provide nationwide engineering coverage. CEO Ian Turnbull, said: “The establishment of the UltraSupport Services division marks the next key step in the group’s strategy to enhance shareholder value over the medium term, whilst expanding the suite of quality services Ultratec can provide its customers. UltraSupport Services will leverage Ultratec’s existing business infrastructure, and will have access to the group’s expertise and its IT hardware inventory. www.ultratec.co.uk We can buy your unused toners As a Managed Print Service provider, we understand how important it is to deliver the best value and performance to your customers. After all, your business is all about helping your customers to reduce costs, optimise efficiency and automate processes. Our dedicated team at The Jolly Savage work closely with many Managed Print Service businesses to handle their customers’ surplus toner stock; if you have unused toners that you are interested in selling, contact us today for a no obligation quote. Are you a Managed Print Service provider? 01462 60 50 50 · [email protected] · www.thejollysavage.co.uk