​​A Counterpoint to Ray's "Desert Mirage": Rethinking Industry Innovation

By Robert G. Jordan

In a fiery critique delivered in "It's the End of the Day with Ray," the discussion leans heavily into skepticism, dubbing industry efforts toward modernization as misguided quests fueled by emotional fervor rather than rational business strategies.

​This response article aims to explore the opposite side of the coin, advocating that the pursuit of innovation, despite risks and occasional missteps, is not only justified but essential for the evolution of any industry.

Year-End Predictions: Familiar Ground and Bold Frontiers

Year-end predictions are like sales forecasts — they are always wrong.  Well, most of the time. Predicting what will happen in our little niche is more and more difficult with every turn of the calendar. This year is no different.

With AI reshaping everything — industry consolidation, people in offices, the ongoing decline of print, and dealerships merging into larger conglomerates — predicting the future of the copier industry, even just 30 days from now, let alone in 2025, is inconceivable. Anyone who says differently is selling something.

But we’ll do just that. There is much to look forward to in office technology and good tidings in the future. I hope to cover a few of them here today.

​Gar's 2025 Twelve Predictions for the Future of the Copier Industry

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By Gareth P. Tenet

The office technology industry is on the brink of a transformative shift, powered by Ai’s rapid advancements and the relentless push for digitization. For example, global Ai investments in business operations have surged by over 50% in the past three years, reflecting a widespread recognition of its transformative potential.