Aligning with its dedication to meeting customer needs, Canon U.S.A.,  a leader in digital imaging solutions recently selected as a Multi-Award Winner in the 2020 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program, was named one of the recipients of a Buyers Lab (BLI) 2021–2022 PaceSetter Award in Healthcare: Visionary Leader.

While healthcare professionals work endlessly to provide care and support, especially in these unprecedented times, it is imperative they are equipped with technology designed to help them so they can focus on their service to their patients.

Based on research in the North American market, this accolade recognizes document imaging original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) that have proven to offer the hardware and software portfolios, professional services, support, and thought leadership to serve healthcare customers.

“There is nothing like a global health emergency to drive home the importance of the healthcare sector,” explained Jamie Bsales, director of smart workplace and security analysis at Keypoint Intelligence.

“As seen through the latest, compact-yet-feature-rich imageCLASS multifunction printers (MFPs), reliable imageFORMULA scanners and robust imageRUNNER ADVANCE MFPs, which are enhanced with top-notch solutions and service, Canon has a wide range of document imaging technology that can help any healthcare provider.”

To determine which companies lead the market, Keypoint Intelligence conducted an in-depth evaluation of the healthcare-related offerings of most document imaging OEMs which analyzed over 50 points of differentiation spread across key categories:

• Market vision and leadership

• MFP/printer hardware and security

• Software

• Service/support,

• Professional services,

• Relevant product offerings beyond document imaging

After careful analysis, Keypoint Intelligence determined which companies exceeded the competition through a proprietary scoring rubric that codified each vendor’s overall strengths.

According to the analysts at Keypoint Intelligence, Canon U.S.A. specifically stood out in the areas of print technology and solutions as a result of its expansive ecosystem of offerings which work together to help enable healthcare workers to be productive so that they can focus on patient care.

Additionally, aligning with its commitment to delivering innovative service solutions, the company’s customer support and service capabilities, as offered through Canon’s award-winning Customer Solutions Center, were also recognized as a strong asset.

“Reflecting its customer-first mindset, Canon is here to support its customers and channel partners, especially within the healthcare vertical, during these unprecedented times,” said Shinichi Yoshida, executive vice president and general manager, Canon U.S.A..”

“Our focus is not just on the solutions we create, but also on those who use them.”

“We are honored to receive this recognition from Keypoint Intelligence as it reflects the continuous support Canon and its partners provide to healthcare professionals as they navigate through the pandemic.”

Canon U.S.A. a Multi-Award Finalist in 2020 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program

American Security Today’s ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards program is in its Fifth Year and continues to recognize the Outstanding Innovations of top firms and agencies in the Homeland Security and Public Safety fields.

2020 has been a very challenging year for everyone due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the much heralded AST ‘ASTORS’ Awards Winners Presentations and exclusive Luncheon at the Jacob Javits Center in NYC has been canceled and rescheduled for 2021 due to the virus.

However, the 2020 ‘ASTORS’  Homeland Security Awards Program was again a huge success and many new categories were added including a section for COVID-19 Detection and Innovation.

Canon U.S.A. (First of Two)

Best Email Security Solution

• mxHero + Canon MFP

• A cloud service for intelligent email management, mxHero™, can integrate onto a Canon multifunction printer (MFP) to help customers safely collaborate, govern, manage and share information.

• By leveraging powerful storage platforms like Box (purchased separately), it can help create a cost-effective solution superior to single-purpose, document/email management products by replacing inbound and outbound email attachments with secure file links.

• This solution is made to be compatible with most devices, helps to minimize end user effort, provides security measures to help control access to attachments (even when outside of the company) and can help screen malicious content.

• Especially in today’s environment where solutions designed to help team’s collaborate while working in multiple places is important, services such as mxHero™ can help companies implement security features, govern and manage attachments while people aren’t able to physically connect face-to-face.

Canon U.S.A. (Second of Two)

Best Access Control & Authentication System

• imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX Series + uniFLOW Online + Print via Cloud

• The latest edition of the imageRUNNER advance platform, the imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX series with uniFLOW Online, is designed to help prepare its customers for the future of work through its simple, flexible design, advanced scanning, strong security, enhanced cloud features and user-friendly enhancements, like soft number keys similar to a smartphone or tablet.

• To help limit unauthorized use of devices and keep valuable and confident information safe, uniFLOW requires users to identify themselves at the solution.

• Its Secure Print functionality allows users to send sensitive documents to compatible network printers from desktops and compatible mobile devices. When using this function, regardless of how users submit a print job, documents only print when the user is physically standing at the device and authenticates.

• *Canon U.S.A. was also recognized with Multi-Award Wins in the 2019, 2018 and 2017 ‘ASTORS’ Platinum Award Winner.

• Additionally, Axis Communications, a Canon Company has been recognized in the 2019, 2018 and 2017 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Programs respectively.

Canon U.S.A. is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets.

With approximately $33 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. ranks third overall in U.S. patents granted in 2019^† and is one of Fortune Magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies in 2020.

Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility.

To Learn More, please visit www.usa.canon.com.

The 2020 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program is sponsored by ATI Systems, Attivo Networks, Automatic Systems, Desktop Alert, X.Labs and Reed Expositions, every one a returning Sponsor from 2019.

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The traditional security marketplace has long been covered by a host of publications putting forward the old school basics to what is Today – a fast changing security landscape.

The traditional security marketplace has long been covered by a host of publications putting forward the old school basics to what is Today – a fast changing security landscape.

American Security Today is uniquely focused on the broader Homeland Security & Public Safety marketplace with over 75,000 readers at the Federal, State and local levels of government as well as firms allied to government.

American Security Today brings forward a fresh compelling look and read with our customized digital publications that hold readers eyes throughout the story with cutting edge editorial that provides solutions to their challenges.

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AST Reaches both Private & Public Experts, essential to meeting these new challenges.

Today’s new generation of public safety and security experts need real-time knowledge to deal with domestic and international terrorism, lone wolf attacks, unprecedented urban violence, shifts in society, culture and media bias – making it increasingly difficult for Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, First Responders, Military and Private Security Professionals to implement coordinated security measures to ensure national security and improve public safety.

These experts are from Government at the federal, state and local level as well as from private firms allied to government.

AST provides a full plate of topics in our AST Monthly Magazine Editions, AST Website and AST Daily News Alerts, covering 23 Vital Sectors such as Access Control, Perimeter Protection, Video Surveillance/Analytics, Airport Security, Border Security, CBRNE Detection, Border Security, Ports, Cybersecurity, Networking Security, Encryption, Law Enforcement, First Responders, Campus Security, Security Services, Corporate Facilities, and Emergency Response among others.

AST has Expanded readership into integral Critical Infrastructure audiences such as Protection of Nuclear Facilities, Water Plants & Dams, Bridges & Tunnels, and other potential targets of terrorism.

Other areas of concern include Transportation Hubs, Public Assemblies, Government Facilities, Sporting & Concert Stadiums, our Nation’s Schools & Universities, and Commercial Business Destinations – all enticing targets due to the large number of persons and resources clustered together.

To learn more about the 2020 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winners solutions, please be on the lookout for the 2020 ‘ASTORS’ CHAMPIONS Edition Fully Interactive Magazine – the Best Products of 2020 ‘A Year in Review’.

The Annual CHAMPIONS edition includes a review of the ‘ASTORS’ Award Winning products and programs, highlighting key details on many of the winning firms products and services, includes video interviews and more.

It will be your Go-To source throughout the year for ‘The Best of 2020 Products and Services‘ endorsed by American Security Today, and can satisfy your agency’s and organization’s most pressing Homeland Security and Public Safety needs.

From Physical Security (Access Control, Critical Infrastructure, Perimeter Protection and Video Surveillance Cameras and Video Management Systems), to IT Security (Cybersecurity, Encryption, Data Storage, Anti-Malware and Networking Security – Just to name a few), the 2020 ‘ASTORS’ CHAMPIONS EDITION will have what you need to Detect, Delay, Respond to, and Mitgate today’s real-time threats in our constantly evolving security landscape.

It also includes featured guest editorial pieces from some of the security industry’s most respected leaders, and recognized firms in the 2020 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program.

• For a complete list of 2020 ‘ASTORS’ Award Winners, click here.

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