March 19, 2026

To Grow or Source: Homespun Managed IT Professionals Pivotal to Dealer Success

For many years, the conversation regarding how to enter the field of managed IT discipline centered on three options: buy, build or partner. How does that equation apply to personnel? Is there an ideal scenario? Hiring experienced managed IT professionals is, as everyone knows, a
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Keypoint Engage Brings AI-Powered Marketing and Sales as a Service to Dealers

There’s a recent Geico insurance television ad where people are standing in a line, excitedly anticipating something, but they don’t know what’s actually waiting for them. That’s kind of the vibe being given off by businesses when it comes to the world of artificial intelligence.
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Fresh Start: Ninestar’s Rebrand as Pantum Technology Focuses on Core Printer Business

In a move that underscores its sharpened focus on the global printer market, Ninestar announced on March 17 that it will officially rebrand as Pantum Technology Co., Ltd., adopting the name of its sole remaining printer brand. The change, disclosed through regulatory filings and
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What Marketing Really Does for Sales

Testimony from a Successful Sales Rep I sell business systems. My job is to have smart conversations with prospects to uncover real problems and help them solve those problems. What marketing does for me is make sure those conversations can actually happen.  Marketing
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Epson and Show Sage to Highlight Award-Winning Laser Projection and Multi-Display Technologies at USITT 2026

Los Alamitos, CA (March 12, 2026) – As digital scenery and media integration become central to both academic programs and live productions, adaptable projection technology is taking center stage to enhance immersive visuals and audience engagement. Epson today announced it will
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Ricoh and Brother Join Forces to Offer Expanded Print Portfolio in Canada

Mississauga, Ontario and Montreal (March 19, 2026) – Ricoh Canada Inc. (Ricoh) and Brother International Corporation-Canada (Brother) today announced that the companies have entered into a strategic alliance in Canada, building on an existing partnership in the U.S. to provide a
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Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Dips in March

Washington, DC (March 19, 2026) – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) today released its March 2026 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI), revealing confidence in the equipment finance market is 61.0, a decrease from 67.6 in
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ECI Software Solutions Named 2026 Great Place To Work in Eight Countries for Employee-Driven Culture

Westlake, TX (March 18, 2026) — ECI Software Solutions, Inc. (“ECI”), a leader in AI-powered, cloud-based business management software and services, announced today that it has been certified as a 2026 Great Place to Work in eight countries. 82% of employee feedback described ECI
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Pulse Technology Rewards its Top-Performing Team Members with President’s Club Retreat to Italy, Spain and France

Schaumburg, IL (March 17, 2026) — Here’s a “perk” you don’t find at too many companies – a cruise from Rome to Barcelona, and along the French Riviera. But then, Pulse Technology, a five-time recipient of an annual “Best Places to Work” award, isn’t your average company. This
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Pulse Technology Clubs a Home Run with RailCats SteelYard Baseball Stadium

Schaumburg, IL (March 19, 2026) — Pulse Technology, a technology company serving the IT, managed print services, audio visual and other needs of businesses throughout the Midwest and beyond, recently completed the design and installation of a new, 17×20’ two-sided, billboard
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