The Key Point Blog

01/30/2023
Shawn Preval

The effects of generational changes in print behavior post-hybrid work

While printed pages may be seen as an old fashioned way of working, our 2022 US Future of Work Study has shown that office workers of all ages still use them. We discuss here the generational use of hardcopy documents as well as some anecdotal insight based on respondent data as to why this might be the case.
01/27/2023
Deborah Hawkins

Why should businesses care?

The Ambiente conference (formerly known as Paperworld) will be exhibiting at the Frankfurt Messe, showing several devices and featuring a number of speaking engagements. We discuss here some of the key aspects of the show as well as a connection between office supplies and the retail sector.
01/12/2023
Mark DiMattei

We make some top-level predictions for the office environment

Keypoint Intelligence has recently crafted an infographic that looks toward what our expert analysts believe will be the top five trends within the office market in the coming year.
12/27/2022
Lisa Brown

US operation discusses performance and strategy at virtual briefing

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A. held a virtual analyst and press briefing on December 13, 2022, during which several company execs provided an update on all things Konica Minolta.
12/20/2022
Carl Schell

An audio tour through the year in print and associated technologies

There was so much good that happened in 2022, and a lot of that good in our space is captured in the 36 interviews we produced as part of Season 4 of The Key Point Podcast. When I look at our favorites, I very much see a microcosm of this year in the industry.
12/19/2022
Carl Schell

Keypoint Intelligence continues to publish content on print and beyond

Whether it’s about office or production; vendors, dealers, or print service providers (PSPs); or company news, product news, event coverage, or otherwise, we deliver all of this to help you understand what you need to know to grow your business.
12/15/2022
German Sacristan

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.
12/13/2022
Mark Davis & Priya Gohil

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.
12/12/2022
Johnny Shell

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.
12/09/2022
Rachel Dean

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.