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Konica Minolta Heralds "Desktop to Printshop" Business Opportunity at "Connect for Growth_2007" Conference in New Orleans
KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC. (KONICA MINOLTA) last week hosted its "Connect for Growth_2007 Business Conference and Expo" with more than 700 attendees gathering to learn about the company's key 2007 initiatives and products. Attendees learned about Konica Minolta's comprehensive solution suite that provides users with complete document output management and security features, workflow optimization and device management, and previewed the next-generation bizhub™ product line. As part of the four-day conference that outlined "Desktop to Printshop" opportunities, attendees heard from senior executives of KONICA MINOLTA who outlined company goals and objectives. They received hands-on education for exciting new products and technologies in the Product Expo, and were introduced to marketing programs designed to allow dealer partners to take advantage of the business opportunity afforded to them by representing KONICA MINOLTA. As part of the event, the company previewed KONICA MINOLTA's next-generation of bizhub multifunctional products (MFPs - print, copy, fax, scan all in one system), which will officially launch later in March of this year. "Connect for Growth_2007 provided the perfect opportunity for our dealer partners to connect with us at the start of the year, and see new products and strategies that will help grow their businesses," said Stephen T. Jones, executive vice president, dealer sales, KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS U.S.A, INC." A great opportunity exists in a number of areas for our partners including office color, production print, software solutions, and professional services." bizhub Continues Growth by Enabling Dealer Partners for Business Opportunity As the market transitions to color printing systems, the opportunity presented to dealers by KONICA MINOLTA has never been stronger. The next-generation of the bizhub product line, which was previewed at the event, was designed to set new industry standards in design, efficiency, and security. Already dealers are giving the next-generation bizhub rave reviews due to its user centric design, smaller footprint, elimination of exposed wiring to improve location placement, and bold new look. Most importantly, this new generation of bizhub products delivers on the customer need for a true, secured networked solution for their document workflow management. Attendees were introduced to the first product that will become available in the next-generation bizhub line: the bizhub C550. Kevin Kern, vice president, product planning and development, KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, U.S.A., INC., unveiled the bizhub C550, and provided details on the great performance and superior ease of use that is expected of the entire line of next-generation bizhub MFPs. In addition, it boasts high-speed prints, copies and scans; superior memory capability; and Simitri® HD, the latest technology in KONICA MINOLTA's proprietary polymerized toner. The next-generation bizhub MFPs feature new firmware and large color LCD panels, and are a prime example of the company's slogan: "the essentials of imaging." "We are committed to providing our dealers with a full portfolio of products that provide market leadership, enable differentiation and create a platform for growth," said Bill Brewster, vice president, marketing, KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, U.S.A., INC. "The product and technology introductions from KONICA MINOLTA this year will clearly demonstrate how our technology and product design set us apart in a highly competitive marketplace." KONICA MINOLTA would like to thank the following business partners who helped sponsor Connect for Growth_2007: Gold Sponsors: Bank of America, De Lage Landen, and GE Capital Solutions. Silver Sponsors: CREO and Electronics for Imaging, Inc. (EFI) Konica Minolta Supports New Orleans' "Little Red School House" as Part of its CSR Campaign Connect for Growth_2007 also provided dealers the opportunity to see KONICA MINOLTA's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) plans in action with a visit from the McDonogh 15 School for the Creative Arts, and KONICA MINOLTA's pledge to support the rebuilding of this public charter grammar school run by KIPP. KONICA MINOLTA outlined a goal to raise as much as $200,000 for school repairs by generating donations from its holding company and employees, as well as its network of dealer and business partners. Members of the McDonogh 15 Jazz Band performed on the event's opening day and students displayed their artwork created around the themes of "What my school means to me," and "What my city means to me." The company also raised approximately $70,000 during the closing night celebration. The money raised will go toward fixing the school's ceiling, exterior and bathrooms, replacing windows, repainting, cleaning up the local park and purchasing new playground equipment. Beyond the structural improvements, KONICA MINOLTA will donate $20,000 worth of products for students' everyday use, including graphic application software, wide-format color printers and wide format scanners. About KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC. KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC., offers a broad range of multifunctional digital imaging solutions inspired by its bizhub™ brand of powerful solutions that serve as the central resource for document scanning, in-house printing, copying, faxing and electronic archiving and distribution. From high-quality color and monochrome bizhub systems for workgroups and small offices, to advanced high-volume bizhub PRO™ production printing systems for large corporations and print-for-pay services, KONICA MINOLTA is leading the industry toward integrated, networked hardware/software solutions that are more simple, reliable, and cost-effective. Complementing its bizhub solutions, KONICA MINOLTA also offers desktop laser printers, microform digital imaging systems, wide-format printers and scanning systems for specialized applications. Headquartered in Ramsey, New Jersey, KONICA MINOLTA delivers expert professional services and experienced, responsive client support, in addition to the world-class service provided through its extensive network of direct sales offices, authorized dealers, resellers and distribution partners in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America and South America. For more information, please visit KONICA MINOLTA at www.kmbs.konicaminolta.us. KONICA MINOLTA Corporate Contact: James Norberto KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC. +1 201-825-4000 jnorberto-at-kmbs.konicaminolta.us KONICA MINOLTA Media Contact: Doreen Maciak Lois Paul and Partners +1 781-782-5832 doreen_maciak-at-lpp.com KONICA MINOLTA and The essentials of imaging are trademarks of KONICA MINOLTA HOLDINGS, INC. bizhub and bizhub PRO are trademarks of KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. |
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