Recognised as a Leader in worldwide laser production printing
Konica Minolta has been positioned in the Leaders category in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Laser Production Printers 2026 Vendor Assessment.
In a market shaped by shorter lead times, cost pressure and labour shortages, print providers need production systems that deliver consistent quality, reliable uptime and greater automation. Konica Minolta’s cut-sheet production portfolio is designed to help print businesses improve productivity, reduce manual touchpoints and create more value from every job.
Leadership backed by strong performance
Proof points
- Leader in the 2026 IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Laser Production Printers
- 53% market share in Europe's Colour MPP/HPP segment (Jan-Mar 2026) and +7.1 percentage points year-on-year growth in FY25
- +7.1 percentage points YoY market share growth in Europe’s Color MPP/HPP cut-sheet production printing segment
- 30+ European markets served through Konica Minolta’s regional sales and service network
- 500+ service experts supporting customer operations across the region
- 3,815 production printing units sold in FY25
- 5,800+ patents held in the production printing sector
What IDC highlights
IDC recognizes Konica Minolta for its strong automation capabilities, reliable output quality, broad media handling, integrated workflow and finishing ecosystem, and service-focused approach to production print.
Automation and consistency
Automated quality control, colour calibration, registration control and media sensing help reduce manual intervention and improve repeatability.
Workflow integration
AccurioPro, front-end controllers, automation modules and inline finishing support a connected production flow from job submission to finished output.
Application flexibility
Broad media support, long sheets, envelopes, heavier stocks and inline finishing help print providers expand into a wider range of applications.
Service and partnership
Konica Minolta’s service-led approach supports uptime, operational efficiency and long-term customer success.
Why cut-sheet production printing matters now
Print providers are facing increasing pressure: faster turnaround expectations, smaller run lengths, labour shortages, rising costs and growing demand for high-quality, personalised applications.
Konica Minolta cut-sheet production systems help print providers respond with automation, flexibility and consistent output quality — enabling teams to work more efficiently and deliver more value to their customers.
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