PRINT EPS ACQUIRES AVANTI MIS

Print ePS, the print operating unit of the world’s biggest print software developer eProductivity Software, has expanded its portfolio by acquiring the Avanti Systems MIS software from Ricoh.

The move bolsters the Print ePS position in the mid-market print segment, and expands its global technology portfolio.

Avanti was never made available by Ricoh in ANZ, due to local issues including the requirements for postage, but was a significant player in Europe and North America. Print ePS is a major MIS provider in Australia and New Zealand.

According to Print ePS, the addition of Avanti strengthens its ability to meet the growing demand for connected, automated, and highly scalable print MIS platforms.

Print ePS says its suite of cloud-based, AI-powered solutions is designed to drive automation, efficiency, and profitability for print businesses. According to the company its intelligent estimating, scheduling, and data-driven workflow optimisation, enable Print ePS solutions to reduce costs and accelerate production.

"We are thrilled to welcome Avanti customers and employees to the Print ePS family," said Dan Vertachnik, CEO of Print ePS. "We remain committed to supporting Avanti’s customers with the same high level of service and professionalism they expect, while also providing access to Print ePS’ extensive product portfolio, global expertise, and continued innovation in cloud-based MIS solutions."

As part of Print ePS, Avanti’s team will play a key role in advancing cloud offerings, growth initiatives, and delivering expanded value to customers.

"This transaction further strengthens Ricoh’s long-standing partnership with Print ePS, as well as our ability to accelerate our customers’ transition from offset to digital, by concentrating our resources on best-in-class production print solutions,” said Koji Miyao, president of Ricoh Graphic Communications Business Unit.