In the News: Business Technology

In this week’s episode, Founder Frank G. Cannata virtually joins Mike Marusic, president and CEO of Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, to recap highlights from last week’s Sharp NEXT national dealer conference in Orlando.

Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) held its 2025 national dealer meeting from October 7 to 10. The "NEXT" theme conveyed Sharp's commitment to provide the company's dealer partners with the right products/resources/strategies to compete in the future market.

At NEXT 2025, Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) spotlighted its evolving strategy—inviting dealers to shift beyond traditional print hardware toward services, software and collaborative growth as it revealed new innovations and partner-enablement programs.

At its 2025 NEXT dealer meeting, Sharp laid out a forward-looking strategy—rooted in “Products, People, Processes”—urging dealers to “change lanes” into new growth areas like AI, displays, and data-driven services while still leveraging their print legacy.

Industry influencer Ray Stasieczko recaps the main message of the Sharp NEXT Orlando event, highlighting the manufacturer's emphasis on diversification for its dealers.