Industry Reports

Konica Minolta Named a Leader in Print Security by Quocirca

In the Quocirca Print Security Landscape 2026 report, Konica Minolta is positioned as a Leader in the global print security market. Quocirca states that this position is underpinned by greater independent assurance of device security, cloud-based fleet security governance, and alignment with Microsoft’s evolving cloud print architecture.

According to Quocirca, print infrastructure remains a significant security concern for many organizations as cyber threats become more sophisticated and print environments become increasingly connected. The report explores the impact of AI-driven threats, identity-based security, cloud print adoption, and emerging quantum security considerations across organizations in the U.S., UK, France and Germany.

IDC MarketScape for Worldwide High-Speed Inkjet 2025 Vendor Assessment

The global production print market is entering a new phase of transformation. According to insights from the IDC MarketScape Worldwide High-Speed Inkjet 2025 Vendor Assessment, “The high-speed inkjet market is a segment of the production printing business that holds a lot of promise, but in some ways, the technology is ahead of demand.”

Konica Minolta has been named a Leader in the  IDC MarketScape: Worldwide High-Speed Inkjet 2025 Vendor Assessment.

2025-26 IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Print Security Solutions and Services Hardcopy

According to the IDC MarketScape for WW Print Security Solutions and Services Hardcopy, “Cyberhackers always take the path of least resistance, and attacks targeting print devices are on the rise. A rash of printer-related vulnerabilities was identified in 2023, prompting security expert warnings and remediation actions from both printer vendors and software companies. According to IDC's research, the number of print-related security breaches is on the rise. Among companies that have suffered a print security breach, over half have experienced productivity loss, while more than a third have experienced damage to the company's reputation.“ Konica Minolta offers a holistic approach to security that integrates protection deep into devices, software and services and is named a ‘Leader’ in this report.

2025 IDC MarketScape for Worldwide High-Speed Digital Label Printers

According to IDC, the high-speed digital label printer market is undergoing the same type of digital transformation seen in other segments of the printing market, with a portion of the total label volume moving from analog to digital production based on digital printing's economic advantages for short runs. The demand for digital production is based on a move to shorter runs and on-demand production to impact consumer decisions and eliminate waste.

Konica Minolta has been named a Leader in the 2025 IDC MarketScape: Worldwide High-Speed Digital Label Printers 2025 Vendor Assessment.

Konica Minolta Again Named a Market Leader for Managed Print Services by Quocirca

Managed Print Services (MPS) continue to evolve as an enabler of workplace transformation, helping organisations modernize their print infrastructure to reduce costs, enhance security, and support the flexibility of a hybrid workforce. In its latest report, Quocirca highlights the impact of geopolitical uncertainties on the market and reaffirms Konica Minolta’s continued investment in its MPS offering to deliver comprehensive print management and document workflow optimisation through cloud-based solutions, centralised print management, and cost-control measures.

Sustainability is a Worldwide Concern.

Get Your Complimentary Copy of the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Sustainability Programs and Services 2023-2024 Vendor Assessment

According to Robert Palmer, research VP for IDC’s Imaging, Printing, and Document Solutions group, “Sustainability has become a top motivating factor for businesses considering the adoption of print-related services. Companies want to work with print services providers that share their values when it comes to mitigating environmental impact. At the same time, businesses are looking to deploy technologies and services to help advance their own sustainability goals and objectives.”