Koji Miyao · Senior Corporate Officer, President · Ricoh · PrintPack India 2025

At Printpack India 2025, Wayne Beckett speaks with Koji Miyao, Senior Officer at Ricoh, about the company’s strategic focus on the Indian market and its vision for the future of digital printing. With India positioned as a key market, Ricoh has been investing in local marketing, R&D, and quality assurance teams to better understand and cater to the unique needs of Indian print businesses. Miyao discusses the ongoing transition from offset to digital printing in India, emphasizing Ricoh’s commitment to high-quality, stable solutions. Currently, Ricoh is focusing on toner-based commercial printing technologies, with a long-term vision of supporting customers as they gradually transition to high-speed inkjet solutions. He highlights the importance of building deeper relationships with key customers to align with their investment strategies and business goals. On a global scale, Ricoh’s strategy varies by region, with North America and Europe leading the shift from toner to inkjet. This trend is now expanding into China, Taiwan, and Japan, while India remains a growing market with a strong offset foundation. As Ricoh continues to innovate, the company aims to guide Indian print businesses through the digital transition, ensuring they are prepared for the future of commercial printing. For those interested in the evolving digital print landscape and Ricoh’s role in shaping it, this conversation provides key insights into the company’s market strategy and technological advancements.