Canon To Offer Printable Software

Printable Technologies Inc. and Canon USA Inc. reached an agreement through which Canon will offer Web-to-print solutions from Printable. Through its imagePRESS Workflow Solutions program, Canon offers hardware/software solutions that focus on workflows and production printing environments. They will

"Pairing Canon color digital presses with Web-to-print solutions from Printable will make it easier for the in-plant production and commercial print service providers to deliver sophisticated, Web-enabled document handling and procurement tools that streamline workflow through automation, efficiency, and standardization," said Coleman Kane, president and CEO, Printable Technologies. "We look forward to partnering with Canon to bring this total solution to market."

A recent study found "that e-procurement solutions offer tremendous benefits over traditional paper and email procurement processes." Web-to-print facilitates print buying at every level, improves the purchasing process, and provides savings and process improvements. Nearly two-thirds of the participants reported savings of 10 to 25 percent, and almost one-fifth saved more than 25 percent.

"As the need for customized communications continues to grow, this partnership will help print providers capitalize on these opportunities," said Janet Cain, senior director, Production Systems Division, Canon. "The combination of FusionPro Web, and the Canon imagePRESS C7000VP, will provide print providers with a turnkey solution for building and growing their digital business."