EDITOR'S notebook

In conference calls with analysts and the graphic arts trade press following the two acquisition announcements, Kodak GCG President James Langley was understandably unresponsive about specific questions concerning future staffing, facility rationalization and product portfolios once the integration takes shape. The KPG deal is expected to close in April and the Creo acquisition will close in three to five months, assuming Creo shareholder approval at a scheduled March 29 meeting.