Worldwide Print Transformation 2023 Vendor Assessment

This document is an IDC MarketScape vendor assessment focusing on the transformative activities of major office printing vendors on a global scale. It evaluates vendors based on a standardized set of quantitative and qualitative criteria to assess their offerings and market position. The assessment highlights the ongoing transition in the office printing landscape, which has been accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a critical need for transformation among print vendors. The document outlines how vendors are adapting their strategies to meet evolving customer needs, including the integration of new technologies and services that may not necessarily lead to traditional printing behaviors. It also discusses the importance of hardware, software, and services in addressing the requirements of a reimagined office environment. The assessment includes vendor inclusion criteria and advice for technology buyers, emphasizing the need to evaluate vendors based on their long-term strategies and track record in meeting customer demands.