Ricoh Makes Strategic Investment in Avanti Computer Systems (Includes Commentary from Mark Michelson)

“Avanti’s Print MIS capability is a perfect complement to our portfolio. In the same way we automate print workflow, Avanti automates the printer’s back office systems: inventory management, job pricing, estimating, and billing. The investment also speaks to our “imagine.change.” initiative—by enabling commercial and in-plant printers to streamline their businesses and seek efficiencies to lower costs, and improve their bottom line,” said Yasuhiko Hosoe, associate director and deputy general manager, Ricoh Production Printing Business Group, Ricoh Company. “This strategic move, like our investment in PTI, further demonstrates our commitment to help companies imagine the changes that they can make to automate and improve their businesses, and most importantly, their customers’ experiences.”