Ramsey, New Jersey — Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. has earned a significant industry endorsement, being positioned as a Leader in the IDC Marketspace: Worldwide High-Speed Inkjet 2025 Vendor Assessment (doc #US52990625, December 2025).
The IDC marketspace study evaluates leading vendors in the global high-speed inkjet press market, applying a rigorous research methodology that measures both quantitative performance indicators and qualitative strengths. Using a standardized set of parameters, IDC provides a comparative view of how manufacturers are positioned in this rapidly evolving segment of production print.
A Market Full of Promise
According to IDC’s findings, the high-speed inkjet space remains one of the most promising segments within production printing — even if, in some areas, the technology is advancing faster than current demand.
System speeds continue to increase as manufacturers introduce improved inkjet printheads, advanced ink formulations, and more efficient drying technologies. IDC notes that equipment suppliers are innovating across multiple fronts — driving higher print quality while simultaneously improving the economics of digital production and simplifying press operation.
In other words, high-speed inkjet is not standing still. It is maturing — and accelerating.
Building on a Strong Digital Legacy
With more than a century of corporate heritage and a decade of success behind its AccurioJet platform, Konica Minolta continues to reinforce its position in the digital production arena. The company has surpassed 400 installations worldwide and is expanding its portfolio with the recent launch of the AccurioJet 30000, alongside ongoing development of the next-generation AccurioJet 60000.
Frank Mallozzi, President of Industrial and Production Print at Konica Minolta, described the recognition as validation of the company’s long-term commitment to innovation in high-speed digital production.
Konica Minolta’s strategy reflects a clear focus: delivering productivity, image quality, substrate flexibility, and automation that align with evolving customer needs.
Portfolio Depth and Forward Momentum
IDC’s report highlights the strength of Konica Minolta’s portfolio and roadmap, emphasizing its high levels of productivity and print quality built on extensive inkjet expertise. Since the previous IDC marketspaces assessment, the company has continued to advance both its high-speed cutsheet inkjet systems and its adjacent toner-based portfolio serving document and label markets.
The report advises print providers to consider Konica Minolta when seeking:
- High image quality and productivity
- Versatility across offset and specialty substrates
- Strong support for short- and mid-run commercial, packaging, and specialty applications
- Globally supported, automated production solutions
This positioning underscores the growing convergence between traditional offset capabilities and digital production flexibility.
The Offset-to-Digital Shift Gains Momentum
IDC’s analysis also points to broader market dynamics reshaping production print. Rising paper costs and increased aluminum prices — impacting offset plate manufacturing — are narrowing the economic gap between offset and digital. At the same time, the industry’s continued move toward shorter run lengths amplifies cost pressures, making digital production increasingly attractive.
High-speed inkjet is becoming a logical migration path for print service providers looking to manage these cost realities without sacrificing quality or productivity.
Labor Pressures Accelerate Automation
Beyond materials, labor challenges are influencing capital investment decisions. IDC’s 2025 Production and Large Printing Survey reveals escalating labor costs and workforce shortages across print operations. A significant portion of print service providers report operational difficulties linked to staffing.
As experienced press operators become harder to find, many businesses are transitioning toward digital platforms that are easier to operate and require fewer personnel. Automation is no longer optional; it is a strategic response to workforce constraints.
IDC notes a visible shift in operational structures — where multiple employees once operated a single press, streamlined digital environments now allow smaller teams to manage multiple production devices efficiently.
Positioned for the Future
Mallozzi emphasized that the Leader designation reflects Konica Minolta’s focus on helping customers navigate rising material costs, labor constraints, and growing automation demands.
The company’s continued investments in productivity enhancements, substrate versatility, and workflow automation aim to equip print providers for the accelerating industry transition toward high-speed digital production.
For print businesses balancing cost pressures with performance expectations, the message is clear: innovation must translate into operational confidence.
As high-speed inkjet technology matures and adoption expands, manufacturers that combine technical advancement with practical business impact will define the next chapter of production print — and Konica Minolta’s latest recognition suggests it intends to remain firmly at the forefront of that evolution.
