Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) announced it has once again been named a ‘Leader’ in Print Security by Quocirca.
The company was recognised for its robust hardware and software security, and a ‘broad approach’ that delivers a complete service across cybersecurity, all cited as strengths in the research firm’s ‘The Print Security Landscape, 2023 – Securing the print infrastructure amidst a growing threat landscape.’
In positioning Konica Minolta as a ‘Leader,’ Quocirca acknowledges the company as having a strong strategic vision and a comprehensive print security product and service offering. The select group of vendors given ‘Leader’ status is recognised for making significant investments in their hardware, solutions and services portfolio and infrastructure.
In Quocirca’s 2023 evaluation of the print security market, Konica Minolta’s security portfolio is recognised for spanning print and document security across its MFP portfolio and IT security services, as well as video security, compliance and risk management. Konica Minolta’s managed print security services provide monitoring and management of print devices and systems, including device security profile management, vulnerability scanning and intrusion detection, and print policy enforcement.
Furthermore, Quocirca states how ‘Security is a core component of its Intelligent Connected Workplace portfolio, which encompasses a range of solutions to address the digital transformation needs of businesses of all sizes.’
A key area highlighted by Quocirca is the challenge facing SMB organisations in 2023. Just 11% of organisations with between 250 and 499 employees and 27% with 500 to 999 employees responded that they do not have complete confidence in the security of their print infrastructure. Quocirca recognises Konica Minolta’s ability to serve this major market, stating in the report: ‘Beyond its traditional print security offerings, Konica Minolta’s deep expertise across IT services strongly sets it apart from some of its key competitors, particularly in the SMB market.’
Robust hardware and software security is also cited as a strength of Konica Minolta, as well as a ‘broad approach’ that delivers a complete service across cybersecurity, helping businesses to identify, contain and analyse network penetration, including attacks by malware, ransomware, or hackers.
“Security in today’s workplace has never been more important, and Konica Minolta prides itself on delivering the best products and services with essential security features to help protect our clients’ businesses,” said Chris Bilello, Vice President, Business Solutions Development, Konica Minolta. “As organisations continue to address the disruption caused by the pandemic, and are faced with new incidences of security breaches on an ongoing basis, we are constantly innovating to provide the most secure print environment possible for every customer.”
