Blog Posts for Technology

Have you wondered how you can help your printed products stand out in today’s competitive market? Or how you can help your customers make lasting impressions with their audiences? The latest industry trends show a big shift toward personalization and specialized printing techniques. In fact, recent research from Keypoint Intelligence found that 84% of consumers are more likely to open personalized direct mail, and 50% prefer it over email. So, how can you really shine?

Experts from NAPCO research suggest that Print Service Providers (PSPs) should diversify their offerings. Think unique, high-margin applications like custom prints, specialty substrates and custom design services. These not only attract new clients but also boost your profitability. Digital embellishments are changing the game, turning ordinary prints into extraordinary experiences.

If you’re looking to diversify your portfolio and add a new revenue stream with a guaranteed return on investment, this blog is for you. From enhancing your product offerings to boosting customer satisfaction, you’ll discover why digital embellishment is a must-have for your business.

Growth will be the talk of the town across industries in 2024. Gartner finds that 62% of Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) have chosen ‘Growth’ as their top business priority this year, which is at its highest since 2014. The newly identified focus on growth stems from Artificial intelligence (AI) being viewed as the primary driver of the next business shift after digital transformation.

Despite the buzz around AI, many organizations are still in the early stages of their digital journeys. 53% of CEOs report that their digital transformations are either just beginning or less than halfway complete, making technological change their second-highest priority.

Business leaders never seem to get a break. It’s non-stop work to stay ahead in all aspects of business — from corporate policies and employee engagement to technology solutions and customer needs. But every successful business leader knows, this is the exciting part  — and it’s actually what they crave! Thinking about growing a business doesn’t stop … and it really shouldn’t.

This doesn’t need to be a negative aspect of being an SMB owner. The trick is, how do you keep your business constantly moving forward to ensure profitability? There is no magic formula. Every organization has its own unique set of challenges and needs. It’s about having a growth mindset, that’s for sure! We know all too well that your priorities can quickly change direction due to factors out of your control, and you have to be ready. Fortunately, there are key strategies that businesses today can incorporate into their growth plans to provide as much stability as possible… and perhaps, it’s easier than you think!

Every day, technology is pushing our world ahead, but with the right combination of initiatives, your organization can continue on its trajectory towards success. So keep doing MORE!

The annual celebration of International Women’s Day reminds us of the profound influence and contributions women have made to our society, our industry and our organization. The day shines a light on the challenges women face in the workplace, including bias, stereotyping and discrimination, all of which are counter to Konica Minolta’s core values (open, honest, inclusive, collaborative, innovative, passionate, customer-centric and accountable).

It was recently brought to our attention just how many female leaders exist among our print production and industrial print customers. Through Konica Minolta’s International Women’s Day Campaign, we asked some of these women to share their stories. Read on as these individuals reflect on their journeys and in doing so provide powerful insights as leaders.

Get ready to be inspired as we introduce you to some strong, show-stopping women leaders of our industry.and help us celebrate the experiences and wisdom of these women leaders.

Meet our Women in Print Leaders

• Joy Gendusa, CEO / Founder, PostCardMania
• Audrey Jamieson, President, marketing kitchen & 5am Lemon Inc.
• Britnea Martin, Vice President of Operations, Kodi Collective
• Christine Yardley, President, Print Panther Direct
• Diane Fischer, President, L & D Mail Masters, Inc.

Hello, fellow unofficial researchers! Are you often the go-to person among your peers for the latest industry updates? Do your colleagues dub you the in-house ‘numbers whiz’ or the ‘human Google?’ Well, this time of the year, you must be on a mission – to uncover the key focus areas your organization should track in 2024. Whether it’s to stay ahead of the game, steer your clients right or attract the crème de la crème talent, let’s dive in and explore together.

You’re in the right place to learn everything you need to know about 2024 trends for organizations of all sizes.

Let’s dive right in and discover everything 2024 has in store for all of us.

Is Artificial Intelligence (AI) here to stay? 

Ransomware has quickly become the cybercriminal’s favorite form of malware. As a reminder, ransomware is malware that hackers use to enter a network or device, encrypts files, hold them hostage, and then demand a ransom to return those files back to the victims. In recent years, universities, municipal governments, small businesses, and even large corporations like Honda have been victims of ransomware. More recently, the COVID-19 pandemic has provided the perfect environment of uncertainty and disruption for ransomware to thrive. (more…)

The massive shift towards a work-from-home model in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic brings up the critical concern of home network security. A simple home network lacks the sophisticated security protocols that would be present within organizational networks and opens more endpoints for cybercriminals to exploit as your employees work from home.

Here are some security tips to consider that can help strengthen your organization’s security posture in this new normal of remote work. (more…)

Many organizations have recently found themselves scrambling to keep business running as usual while ensuring their staff and clients stay safe. COVID-19 has been testing the planning and preparation of IT Departments around the world.

Below are 5 measures that all business leaders should implement to keep their users productive in the face of disruption: (more…)

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought on a fair share of negativity in the business world, yet many technology companies are taking part in a global effort to support our economy during this period of disruption. Below are several examples of major technology partners providing free offers or lower cost solutions due to the COVID-19 crisis.

Microsoft: 6-month Office 365 E1 Trial

Microsoft created this trial as a direct response to COVID-19. Office 365, and more specifically Microsoft Teams, is a great solution for helping remote employees stay productive, connected, and collaborative. This trial can easily be upgraded to a paid subscription after the 6 month trial period. (more…)