The Key Point Blog

Electrophotography might share its crown

Inkjet has been getting a lot of attention over the last decade, but only recently have enhancements in print quality started to drive larger sales. We discuss here the comparison between inkjet and electrophotography printers and how these devices can benefits print service providers.

A preview of Keypoint Intelligence’s Vendor Financials research and report

Each year, Keypoint Intelligence publishes a document looking at the financial health of manufacturers in the global office equipment industry. We discuss here some of the key findings and details of the financial outcomes and related analysis for the major players in the office and production markets.

Automation, new applications, and faster speeds lead the list of trends

Keypoint Intelligence recently released its annual Worldwide DTG Forecast: 2021-2026, which includes printing devices exclusive to direct-to-garment (DTG) printing. We discuss here some of the key findings from this forecast.

Achievements shown for vendors, distributors, service providers, resellers, and individuals

It was a pleasure to be invited to the Print.IT Awards 2022 on December 6, 2022—the only awards program for the UK Printer/MFP/IT vendor, reseller, and supplier community.

How can retailers meet expectations?

As the 2022 holiday season is firmly in its stride, the shopping trend appears to be bridging both in-store and online experiences.

Which company leads the field in our Market Insights Study?

Several production software vendors have participated in the first Keypoint Intelligence Market Insights Study and Pacesetter award for sustainability relating to production workflow. We discuss here the basis for creating our study as well as announce the winner of the Pacesetter award.

CareAR and CrushBank use AR and AI to help stretch IT-technician resources

In-depth interviews conducted with CIOs and IT Directors for our recent research study, The Managed IT Services Opportunity, revealed that these decision-makers routinely outsource IT functions to outside managed services providers (MSPs).

And what businesses should look for in the technology they choose

The legalization of cannabis for medicinal or recreational use is a contentious issue, but many print companies are tackling this market. We discuss here how companies, like Brother, are taking advantage of this emerging field.

It’s important to understand all your options

Inkjet technology has become increasingly popular in the recent past, and its value proposition aligns well with the communication needs of today’s consumers and buyers. We discuss here the benefits of pursuing inkjet technology as well as its effects on the market.

Summarizing the current document solutions market, trends, and what’s next for DX

Jamie Bsales has been following the document imaging software market for Keypoint Intelligence since 2007 and the wider IT technology arena since 1992. He has seen a world of change over that time and talks here about what’s new—and what’s next.