Konica Minolta is proud to announce that it has retained its position as a ‘Leader’ in Quocirca’s 2025 latest assessment of the print security market, for a fourth consecutive year. The global market insight and research firm which specializes in the convergence of print and digital technologies in the future workplace, recognizes how Konica Minolta ‘retains a keen focus on enhancing print and endpoint security across three pillars – device-level resilience, managed security services, and workflow automation – aligned to support zero trust environments and evolving compliance demands'.
Konica Minolta Recognized for Multi-Layered Security Approach
Quocirca’s report acknowledges how Konica Minolta's 'multi-layered approach to security helps businesses of all sizes reduce risk, ensure compliance, and future-proof their print infrastructure within broader information security strategies.'
The report states, ‘Konica Minolta continues to invest across all areas of its security portfolio – recent examples include developments in authentication, secure firmware delivery, and the Konica Minolta MarketPlace for cloud-based print and scan solutions. Its commitment to ongoing investment in resources and development reinforces its long-term roadmap around secure digital transformation.’
Leveraging AI and Automation for Enhanced Threat Detection
Konica Minolta is ideally positioned in this regard with AI. ‘Machine learning and automation are embedded across Konica Minolta's bizhub i-Series MFPs, Shield Guard cloud platform and bizhub SECURE offering to accelerate detection, reduce response time, and lower risk exposure.’ ‘The latest models feature improved SIEM integration, brute-force password attack detection, and flexible anti-virus configurations – aligning with modern enterprise cybersecurity standards.’
Strong Authentication Capabilities Support Compliance
Quocirca cites Konica Minolta's multi-factor authentication support as a strength. ‘Embedded PKI support for smartcard (CAC/PIV) authentication and MFA support enables organizations to centrally manage authentication policies, enforce secure print release, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations – while providing a seamless, user-friendly experience across the print environment.’
Enabling Secure Hybrid Work Environments
Quocirca also mentions that ‘another key focus area is enabling a secure, seamless, and efficient printing experience for users working from various locations.’ An example of this is the Workplace Pure platform, which guarantees secure document workflows. In this context, Quocirca also highlights the Shield Guard platform as a strength, which offers ‘capabilities including fleet-wide visibility, automated policy remediation, and support for advanced password management workflows [that] are critical for scaling secure print environments across hybrid workplaces.’
Olaf Lorenz, Head of International Marketing Division, Konica Minolta Business Solutions Europe commented, “Print security needs to be an intrinsic part of every organization’s cybersecurity strategy. The good news is that this message is getting through and Konica Minolta is dedicated to expanding its range of workplace solutions, to help every organization equip its employees to work productively and securely.”
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