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Heidie-Mari Middel, Production Team Leader at Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa,  believes that the blueprint for the future lies in the merging of innovation with sustainability. "Kyocera's impactful innovations exemplify this blend perfectly, especially evident through our recent technological achievements," she says. Rooted in the visionary ethos of its founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, Kyocera's evolution has grown from its pioneering work in fine ceramics to shaping sectors like semiconductor components, telecommunications, and environmental conservation technologies. Today, the company's array of accolades and technological breakthroughs are not just milestones, but signposts toward a future where sustainable technology is the norm, setting a precedent in the global IT and business landscapes. "It's truly gratifying to see many organisations in our industry combining sustainability with innovation. All industry sectors need to embrace this transform...

Commercial printers in South Africa face a number of challenges in today's economy including the rise of all things digital, economic stress, heightened competition, rising costs and the  importance of environmental concerns.   Heidie-Mari Middel , Production Specialist at   Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa   says that inkjet production printers can aid in unleashing local printing businesses potential. She looks at 5 key challenges that commercial printers face and offers potential solutions:- 1.    Digital Transformation:   With the rise of digital media and online communication channels, the print industry has faced a significant decrease in demand. Commercial printers in South Africa are facing the challenge of adapting to this new digital era and many need to invest in new technologies that enable them to meet the changing needs of their customers. The solution Commercial inkjet printers can help commercial printers in South Africa ada...

By Heidie-Mari Middel, Production Specialist at Kyocera  Document Solutions South Africa The production print industry is poised to undergo remarkable changes in the next five years. While the office and consumer markets have reached a certain level of maturity, the production print sector remains fertile ground for innovation and expansion. It is within this dynamic landscape that Kyocera has revealed the intention to thrive and flourish by acquiring Nixka, a strategic move that showcases their commitment to growth in this market.   Inkjet technology, although not new, is experiencing rapid evolution. Recognising the immense potential it holds, Kyocera Document Solutions made a decisive foray into the production print market back in 2019 with the introduction of the TASKalfa Pro 15000c inkjet digital press. This cutting-edge solution offers an exceptional user experience, delivering precise quality across various applications while maintaining a cost structure optimised for d...

When Heidie-Mari Middel took on the role of Production Specialist at Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa, the country was in the grip of the pandemic. Eighteen months into the job, she says that there is much to look forward to in the production printing space. “We launched our first cutsheet inkjet device in the market and are extremely happy with how it has been received, with more than 165 devices installed worldwide,” says Middel. “Our roadmap will continue with inkjet, and we are excited about what lies ahead for inkjet printing. Because it reduces prepress costs and waste while offering mass customisation and shorter production runs, there is no doubt that the uptake in the market will grow.” Middel adds that printing technology has gone through a big change over the last 20 years, with printing markets having needed to adapt accordingly. This has also meant that clients’ demands have changed. “Inkjet has grown exponentially for the production of personalised mailings to prin...