Sales and Service

Manufacturers Take their Turn at Assessing the Variables that Can Spell Success or Failure in 2025

Last week, office technology dealers on our esteemed trends and predictions panel provided their insights as to what will be the key to driving success in 2025. After all, who’s better at prognosticating than those on the front line of business? This week, we turn to
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Flex Technology Group Promotes Justin Rebhun to President of FTG Texas

Flex Technology Group, (FTG), the only managed print services solution with national coverage for multi-vendor environments, announces Justin Rebhun has been promoted to the role of president of FTG Texas, a Flex Technology Group company. As president of FTG Texas, Rebhun has
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Happy 2025! Industry Pros Talk Keys to Success in New Year

Welcome to the New Year. Yes, you’re at the office in body, if not spirit. Chase that headache away with a Tylenol or, if you prefer, more hair of the dog that bit you. But since we don’t advocate drinking on the job, you may want to ask your immediate report if a little whiskey
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Talkin’ Trends, Part One: OEMs, Providers Offer Hot Topics to Watch

Hard to believe, but December (and 2024) have slipped into the history books. It was a sometimes weird, often wonderful and occasionally astounding year. What will 2025 hold in store? Well, last week’s reveal that Xerox was acquiring Lexmark was a reminder to always expect the
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Pain Versus Gain: Elite Dealers Address Issues Spurred by Growth

Some issues within the office technology dealership galaxy are more prevalent than others, and few feature the many consequences that arise from growth. Organic and acquisition growth alike can wreak havoc on a dealer’s service and support functions when it is unable (at least
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Breaking News: Xerox to Acquire Lexmark for $1.5 Billion

Xerox Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: XRX) announced Monday it has agreed to acquire Lexmark International, Inc., from Ninestar Corporation, PAG Asia Capital, and Shanghai Shouda Investment Centre in a deal valued at $1.5 billion, inclusive of assumed liabilities. This acquisition
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Buckeye Blitz: Donnellon McCarthy Enterprises Expands Ohio Reach with Acquisition of Ohio Business Machines

Donnellon McCarthy Enterprises (DME), a leading provider of business technology solutions, announced the acquisition of Ohio Business Machines (OBM), a prominent office equipment and managed services provider with locations in Cleveland, Akron, and Toledo, Ohio. This strategic
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Keypoint Intelligence Partners with Quantum Business Solutions to Launch Q2

Keypoint Intelligence and Quantum Business Solutions have formed a strategic partnership to introduce Q2, a cutting-edge sales and marketing automation system tailored specifically for office technology and managed services dealers. Combining Quantum’s expertise in integrated
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DOCUmation Acquires PopSmart Technologies

DOCUmation, Texas’ largest privately-held technology solutions company, announced the acquisition of PopSmart Technologies, LLC USA, headquartered in Farmers Branch, Texas. This strategic acquisition builds DOCUmation’s presence across Texas and underscores its commitment
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Rob Stevenson Joins Flex Technology Group as Vice President of Marketing

Flex Technology Group (FTG), the only managed print services solution with national coverage for multi-vendor environments, announces that Rob Stevenson has been appointed vice president of marketing. Stevenson joins FTG with 20 years of experience in driving repeatable, scalable
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2024 Elite Dealer Challenges: Turning Obstacles into Opportunities

Our December issue encapsulates 118 of the office technology sector’s leading providers, the Elite Dealers. For many companies, it was a very good year, as evidenced by strong year-over-year growth from the honorees. But by no means was the campaign without its flaws, as dealers
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ECS 2025: A Family Reunion, Industry Conference and Golf Tourney Rolled into One Must-Attend Event

Well, the tickets have been purchased and the flight has been booked for Executive Connection Summit (ECS) 2025. The annual industry kick-off to the New Year will take center stage from Jan. 12-15, 2025, at the Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch in sun-baked Arizona. We have
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Novatech Announces Retirement of John Eckstrom, Former CEO of Carolina Business Equipment

Novatech, a leading provider of nationwide managed office solutions, announced the retirement of John Eckstrom, the former owner and CEO of Carolina Business Equipment (CBE). Eckstrom, who played a pivotal role in building CBE over the past 30 years and guiding it through its
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Konica Minolta’s Laura Blackmer Named Best Female Executive

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A. Inc. (Konica Minolta) is pleased to announce Laura Blackmer, President, Dealer Sales, has received the 2024 Frank Award for “Best Female Executive.” The Frank Awards recognize outstanding achievements and excellence in the independent
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Advanced Business Methods Announces Strategic Expansion with Acquisition of Magic City Systems

Advanced Business Methods (ABM), a trusted provider of office equipment and technology across North Dakota and Minnesota, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Magic City Systems, a technology solutions company based in Minot, North Dakota. The acquisition was finalized Nov.
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