- September 30, 2024
- Posted by: Konica Business
- Category: Uncategorized
[Press Release]
Vietnam, 01 Oct 2024
Konica Minolta Business Solutions Vietnam has today revealed the refreshed lineup of its award-winning bizhub i-Series MFPs includes features and functionality that places the increased need for security and ease of use in the modern workplace at the forefront. The new systems bring enhanced security and improved ease of use to the modern workplace
Enhanced security
Just 11% of organisations with between 250 and 499 employees and 27% with 500 to 999 employees have complete confidence in the security of their print infrastructure, according to the latest Quocirca ‘The Print Security Landscape, 2023’ report. Konica Minolta’s new bizhub i-Series responds to print security concerns with a new advanced firmware upgrade that delivers even greater protection against malicious activity. It provides increased visibility and information of security related topics throughout the organisation, enabling everyone to be more alert and responsive for its protection.
With the new “Authentication Attack Detection” function, it is now possible to block unauthorized attempts deriving from brute force attacks, to crack passwords and other access data, to infiltrate devices from outside. Brute force attacks are a preferred vector by cyber criminals, and they have been reported as growing by 160% annually. In the event of such an attempt being made with the new function in place, the IT admin is informed and can take appropriate action.
Improved ease of use
Ease of use has always been an advantage of the bizhub i-Series and it has been improved with an even more intuitive user interface. Applications can now be grouped into folders by theme or by frequency of use, and accessed via drag and drop, which will be familiar to every smartphone user. This facilitates quick access, especially when there are many applications available. In addition, functions which are used very often are now preinstalled as standard for greater convenience.
The option to add four trays, or a maximum of three optional trays for the A4 devices, increases paper capacity, ensuring that more different media can be processed in one print job as well as reducing the frequency with which media needs to be replenished. At the same time, the “Automatic Media Detection” function on bizhub C451i, bizhub C551i, bizhub C651i and bizhub C751i has been improved. The detection is based on sensors, both ultrasonic (for envelopes) and optical sensors (based on the amount of the transmitted and reflected light). This enables the device to automatically detect the type of paper (plain, thin, thick, envelope, recycled, coated, index and coloured) that is being printed on, resulting in a smooth paper feed. The “Automatic Media Detection” function is available as an optional add-on for other bizhub i-Series A3 models such as the bizhub C361i, bizhub C301i and bizhub C251i.
A Word from Tam Cheng Yee, Product Marketing Manager for Office Product Business at Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia
“We are excited to unveil the refreshed range of bizhub i-Series MFPs to the market.” Said Tam Cheng Yee, Product Marketing Manager for Office Product Business. “The array of new features and functionality available within the refreshed lineup prioritise performance, productivity and reliability within secure workplace environments. The MFPs range is optimal for business of all sizes and primed to fuel the engine of business operations. Offering high-speed printing, advanced security, and cloud integration, streamlining complex workflows efficiently, this refresh has been developed with our users’ needs and pain points in mind.”
Introducing the refreshed bizhub i-Series models
The bizhub i-Series houses a powerful quad-core CPU with a standard up to 8GB memory and a robust up to 256GB SSD, these MFPs deliver lightning-fast response times and exceptional performance. Beyond raw power, the bizhub i-Series boasts a range of features designed to enhance user experience and simplify operation. Its user-friendly interface consists of drag-and-drop app organization, pre-loaded essential apps, and simplified login via Microsoft Azure or Google Workspace with single sign-on, powering flexible customisation options for a personalised workflow. The bizhub i-Series works with an advanced media sensor that automatically detects paper type, ensuring optimal performance and increased productivity.
The new devices in the bizhub i-Series range are:
- A3 colour: bizhub C251i, bizhub C301i, bizhub C361i, bizhub C451i, bizhub C551i, bizhub C651i, bizhub C751i
- A3 BW: bizhub 301i, bizhub 361i, bizhub 451i, bizhub 551i, bizhub 651i, bizhub 751i
- A4 colour: bizhub C3301i, bizhub C3321i, bizhub C3351i, bizhub C4001i, bizhub C4051i,
- A4 BW: bizhub 4000i, bizhub 4020i, bizhub 4051i, bizhub 4701i, bizhub 4751i
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About Konica Minolta Business Solutions Vietnam
Konica Minolta Business Solutions Vietnam, with regional headquarter based in Singapore, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Konica Minolta Inc., Tokyo, Japan. With its expertise in imaging, data processing and data-based decision making, Konica Minolta creates relevant solutions for its customers and solves issues faced by society.
As a digital workplace solution provider, Konica Minolta helps its clients to identify and unlock the potential digitalisation to help companies reach the next level in the digital maturity of their organisation by rethinking the workplace.
Konica Minolta’s Igniting Print Possibilities offering helps printers, converters and brand owners maximize workflow automation to increase efficiency. The company delivers consultancy in all communication matters as well as top-of-the-line production, packaging and label printers. Its finishing devices create print products that stand out and create added value. Konica Minolta has established itself as the production printing market leader for more than a decade (InfoSource).
With its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Konica Minolta has pledged to consistently pursue its sustainability and social responsibility goals. The company has been repeatedly recognized for its rich history of social contribution as well as for working towards achieving the SDGs throughout its business and is listed among “2021 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World”, also having received the highest level in EcoVadis Sustainability Ratings.
Worldwide, the company has over 43,000 employees and is operating in over 150 countries.
For more information, please visit https://www.konicaminolta.com/
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For media enquiries in Vietnam, please contact:
Konica Minolta Business Solutions Vietnam Co., Ltd.
Mr. Dong Thanh Lam
National Marketing & Business Development Manager
Marketing Department – Head Office in Ho Chi Minh City
Add: 2nd Floor, Pearl 5 Tower, 05 Le Quy Don Street, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Tel: (028) 3915 4242 | Email: Lam.dongthanh@konicaminolta.com and Marketing.Vietnam@konicaminolta.com