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PaperCut Hive announces major update
PaperCut Software has announced a major update to PaperCut Hive, delivering features designed to help system administrators manage user details at scale, automate critical reporting and enforce stricter cost controls for copying. Recognising the shift in hardware trends, PaperCut Hive’s Print Queue Deployment now supports ARM64 architecture. As energy-efficient Windows on ARM devices become more prevalent, this update saves IT admins from the headache of managing separate print queues for different architectures, ensuring seamless printing across diverse setups. For workplaces transitioning to the cloud, the new User Data Import Tool is a built-in feature designed to streamline user onboarding and smooth out migrations from legacy systems. IT teams can now bulk upload or update user information using simple CSV or TSV files. This feature serves as a flexible, all-in-one solution for organisations that do not use a supported Identity Provider, have user data scattered across multiple
systems, or are migrating from PaperCut MF or PaperCut NG. Crucially, the tool introduces a ‘Dry Run’ capability, offering risk-free testing. System administrators can simulate the entire import process to check for errors without altering live data. This allows IT teams to correct data discrepancies and proceed with total confidence, ensuring a flawless start for end-users. Admins can now create recurring schedules that automatically generate and email insightful reports (such as Print Volume, User Activity, Environmental Impact, and the new Transaction Report) directly to the people who need them. While print quotas have long been a staple of PaperCut, this release closes the loop on cost management with Copy Control. This feature integrates directly with PaperCut Hive Print Quotas, preventing users from making copies once their budget is exhausted. Known in the industry as ‘zero-stop,’ this functionality stops users from starting a copy job if they lack funds and halts jobs mid-way if the balance runs out. n
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Konica Minolta employees step up for Cancer Research UK
Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd is continuing to support Cancer Research UK through a company-wide initiative encouraging employees to take part in the ‘Walk 30 Miles in November’ challenge. From November 1-30, Konica Minolta team members across the UK laced up their walking shoes and committed to walking 30 miles – just one mile a day – to raise funds for life-saving cancer research. The challenge was open to all employees, whether walking solo, with colleagues, or as part of a team, and could be completed anywhere. “We’re incredibly proud to support Cancer Research UK in their mission to beat cancer,” said Gillian Nuttall, ESG partner
at Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd. “This initiative reflects our commitment to wellbeing and gives our employees a meaningful way to make a difference – literally one step at a time!” Employees were encouraged to share their progress via social media and fundraising platforms. They also benefit from training resources – including training guides, challenge calendars, and Strava integration – to help participants stay motivated and track their journey. Since launching its partnership with Cancer Research UK in May this year, the Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd. Team has so far raised £2,885 of its year's target of £10,000. n
Gillian Nuttall ESG Partner
konicaminolta.co.uk
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