Print in the Channel - issue #18

NEWS

Sharp UK awarded accredited supplier status on CBG framework

Sharp UK has been awarded a place on the Charities Buying Group (CBG) framework to provide charities and not-for-profit organisations across the country. Sharp UK will provide a range of solutions including MFPs, printers, audio visual solutions, print management and document management software. Today more than ever, cost reductions, efficiency and product reliability are critical for charities and not for profits. Sharp UK’s ambition as a member of this framework will be to help organisations overcome challenges and digitally transform with high-quality and tailored solutions alongside end-to-end support. Services include: l Comprehensive suite of MFDs and printers l Remanufactured and reconditioned devices l Print management and document software l Consultancy services including general consultancy services, print audit services and project management services l Audio visual supplies and services l Document storage and distribution services l Electronic document management systems and services l External print and related services l Hybrid mail l Mail management services including mail room services l Scanning and archiving services.

The main purpose of the CBG is to reduce expenditure for not-for-profit organisations. By offering an efficient procurement solution, it allows members to deliver greater investment in frontline services, helping them leverage their resources to effectively benefit their stated objectives. CBG invest their profit funds in CBG4Health, which in turn is dedicated to investing in community-based initiatives and projects such as the National Walking Football Alliance. “The CBG Framework is an important contract for Sharp UK, and I am delighted that we have the opportunity to work with the team,” said David Harrison, director of public sector sales at Sharp UK. “Being awarded a place on this framework is testament to the high-quality support we provide as a trusted technology partner, as well as our inherent understanding and commitment to supporting organisations across the public sector. “Sharp UK has enjoyed a long partnership with Dukefield Procurement Services. We have a deep understanding of the charity and non-profit sector, the challenges they face, and ways our products and services can help them grow. Sharp UK is committed to this relationship as a key part of our business strategy. “We’re excited to see how our expertise and growing portfolio of product and services can help shape the future of this industry in the coming years.”

David Harrison director public sector sales

sharp.co.uk

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UK Atomic Energy Authority invests in new Ricoh Pro C7500 will not only enhance print quality but also drive automation and deliver a wide range of benefits for the customer, enhancing operational efficiencies and ensuring higher- quality output for the customer.”

Ricoh UK has announced a renewed partnership with UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA). The partnership will see Ricoh supply UKAEA with a Ricoh Pro C7500 with integrated Plockmatic and Duplo finishing, helping to increase print automation capabilities and improve print output quality. “We are thrilled to extend our partnership with UK Atomic Energy Authority,” said Ian Taylor, production print specialist at Ricoh UK. “Integrating the Plockmatic and Duplo finishing devices with the Ricoh Pro C7500

Stuart Morris, print manager at UKAEA, added: “Ricoh continues to be a valued partner to Print Services at UKAEA. This most recent investment in Ricoh technology has enabled us to streamline what were previously time-consuming and manual operations, allowing us to build further workflow automation into our production environment.”

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