Konica Minolta Unveils Next-Generation bizhub One i-Series Multifunction Printers

Ramsey, NJ, July 1, 2024 – Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. proudly announces the launch of the bizhub One i-Series, a new generation of its acclaimed multi-functional printers (MFP). These cutting-edge models are designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s workplaces, emphasizing ease of use while offering enhanced security features to address growing cybersecurity concerns.

Advanced Security Features

A 2023 report by Quocirca, The Print Security Landscape, highlights a significant security gap, with only 11% of organizations with 250-499 employees and 27% of organizations with 500-999 employees expressing full confidence in their print security. The bizhub One i-Series addresses these concerns by providing comprehensive visibility into security issues, ensuring organizations stay alert and proactive in safeguarding their systems.

One key feature is the Authentication Attack Detection, which identifies and blocks unauthorized access attempts from brute force attacks—a method that is growing by 160% each year. This feature notifies IT administrators of any suspicious activity, enabling swift action to mitigate potential threats.

Organizations opting for the embedded BitDefender protection gain additional layers of security, tailored to specific user groups. BitDefender not only prevents malware from spreading to networked devices but also ensures the MFP remains secure from data breaches. Upon detecting a threat, the anti-virus immediately alerts IT administrators with detailed insights about the threat's origin and type. Users can also monitor the current security status directly from the MFP's home screen.

Enhanced Usability

The bizhub One i-Series takes ease of use to the next level, featuring a redesigned user interface that mirrors the organization of smartphone apps. Users can now group applications into folders based on themes or frequency of use, allowing for faster access. Moreover, functions previously requiring separate installation from the Konica Minolta MarketPlace now come preinstalled, simplifying workflows.

These new models also support seamless collaboration by enabling large file storage and sharing, both internally and with external partners. The platform ensures secure communication while maintaining confidentiality—crucial for industries such as healthcare. Konica Minolta’s healthcare-enabled solutions streamline patient onboarding, care transitions, and document management, making them ideal for administrative processes.

Modern Connectivity: The bizhub C361i, for instance, offers cloud scan workflow automation with an intuitive interface and mobile printing capabilities, including access point functionality.

Simplified Access and Workflow Automation

The bizhub One i-Series also supports streamlined login processes for users of Microsoft Azure (Microsoft Entra ID) or Google Workspace, providing single sign-on (SSO) access to files and folders. The Automatic Media Detection feature, which is standard on models such as the bizhub C451i, C551i, C651i, and C751i, ensures smooth paper feed by using ultrasonic and optical sensors to detect the paper type automatically.

Cloud-Enabled Print, Fax, and Scan Options

For businesses seeking even greater flexibility, the new models offer optional cloud-enabled print, fax, and scan functions. These features allow users to directly interact with cloud services, ensuring they can print, fax, and scan from anywhere, enhancing productivity in the modern workplace.

Meeting the Needs of a Changing Workforce

“As workplaces continue to evolve, so do our multifunction printers,” said Jason Dizzine, Vice President of Portfolio Management and Planning at Konica Minolta. “The bizhub One i-Series is designed to meet the diverse needs of our customers, across industries and business sizes, with enhanced features and services. These printers, from A3 to A4 devices, are especially suited for businesses requiring a combination of both formats.”

The bizhub One i-Series Lineup

The bizhub One i-Series consists of 13 A3 devices, including eight color MFPs and five monochrome MFPs:

• A3 color models: bizhub C251i, bizhub C301i, bizhub C361i, bizhub C451i, bizhub C551i, bizhub C651i, bizhub C751i

• A3 monochrome models: bizhub 301i, bizhub 361i, bizhub 451i, bizhub 551i, bizhub 651i, bizhub 751i

These versatile, high-performance devices are equipped to meet the demands of modern businesses, providing advanced security and superior usability for a wide range of industries.