Mars International Business Update

  1. Lexmark’s Response to Supplier’s DHS Listing – A Message for Resellers: Recent action by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) placed a Chinese printer and supplies manufacturer on a restrictive list. This has cast a cloud of uncertainty over Lexmark and its network of U.S. resellers due to Ninestar’s association with the company. The industry is eagerly awaiting further developments and the potential impact on Lexmark and its resellers.
  2. Pacific Office Automation Celebrates 47 Years of Growth, Community & Sports: Pacific Office Automation, the country’s largest independent office equipment dealer, is celebrating its 47th anniversary. With 1,300 employees across 40 branches and 11 states, the company has come a long way from its humble beginnings on Nimbus Drive, Oregon. In addition to its significant growth, the company reminisces about its longstanding partnership with the Portland Trail Blazers.
  3. Lexmark Dealer Conference: An Exemplary Blend of Strategy, Innovation, and Insight: Lexmark, a world leader in office equipment and enterprise solutions, recently hosted a conference for their top 50 office equipment resellers. The conference, held in Lexington, KY, was an enlightening showcase of Lexmark’s strategies and technologies and addressed key industry issues.
  4. Xerox Named Leader in Quocirca’s 2023 Print Security Market Landscape Report: Xerox was recognized as a Leader in Quocirca’s 2023 Print Security Market Landscape Report. This report not only acknowledges top print industry vendors offering security solutions but also highlights the ongoing challenges in securing print infrastructure, particularly as workplaces transition to hybrid models. Despite increasing digitization, the report reveals that 61% of organizations have experienced data losses due to unsecure printing practices in the past year.
  5. Ricoh Honored at Premier, Inc.’s Annual Supplier Innovation Celebration: Ricoh USA, Inc. will be recognized at Premier, Inc.’s annual Innovation Celebration for its groundbreaking healthcare technologies. Ricoh’s innovative 3D for Healthcare, a solution that enhances the production of patient-specific 3D-printed anatomic models, is one of the seven noteworthy advancements being celebrated. These FDA 510(k)-cleared diagnostic models cover various medical fields, providing clinicians with a unique view into patient anatomy for improved diagnosis and treatment planning.

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