Canon U.S.A. Inc. has announced that its parent company, Canon Inc., has been designated a "Leader" in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Print Security Solutions and Services Hardcopy 2025–2026 Vendor Assessment.

The IDC MarketScape study evaluated 11 worldwide vendors on their print and document security capabilities and strategies, including device functions, software, cloud integration and managed/professional services.

According to the report, "Canon stresses a multilayered approach to security, which allows it to meet customer requirements across all customer segments and operating environments." The report also notes that, "With a proven history of innovation in print and document security, Canon stands out as a trusted partner capable of delivering advanced, reliable and forward-looking security solutions."

Canon applies a security model called "360° Protection" which addresses threats based on the aspects of devices, documents, networks and cloud services. Protection is maintained consistently across the entire product life cycle — from initial setup through ongoing monitoring and updates, and finally to secure end-of-life data erasure. Canon is also committed to developing secure printing products based on the philosophy of "security by design," in which security measures are incorporated into the product from the planning and design stage. As part of these efforts, Canon printers are made to include functions that satisfy the requirements listed in the NIST SP 800-193 guidelines issued by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). In addition, Canon printers utilize authentication and access management based on a principle of zero trust, which dictates that verification should be conducted for each and every operation, as well as security features to address threat detection, vulnerability management and diverse requirements across global markets.

Canon was previously included in the Leaders Category in the vendor assessments for 2022-2023 and 2019-2020, making this Canon's third inclusion in the category. Canon remains committed to helping customers address evolving security risks and will continue to strengthen its capabilities through the use of AI and other advanced technologies.

"Being recognized once again as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape underscores Canon's ongoing commitment to delivering comprehensive, forward-looking security solutions that our customers can trust," said Kiyoshi Oka, executive vice president, Marketing Strategy Unit, Canon U.S.A. Inc. "As security challenges continue to evolve, we remain focused on strengthening our '360° Protection' approach; integrating advanced technologies, including AI, and embedding security by design across our entire portfolio to help organizations safeguard their information and workflows with confidence."

In other news, Canon U.S.A. Inc. has announced that its parent company, Canon Inc., has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide High-Speed Inkjet 2025 Vendor Assessment (doc #US52990625, December 2025) by International Data Corporation (IDC).

According to the IDC MarketScape assessment, "Canon maintains a strong presence in the market, with continued growth in new installations and page volume. Canon is able to prove its value and success with many proven installations."

The IDC MarketScape: Worldwide High-Speed Inkjet 2025 Vendor Assessment evaluates vendors based on their capabilities in inkjet, including innovation, product portfolios, service and support, customer experience and long-term strategy. In this latest report, IDC recognizes Canon's high-speed inkjet portfolio, noting that "since the last iteration of this study, in which Canon was already in the Leaders category, Canon has made significant strides to bolster its position in the segment."

Among the improvements cited in the IDC MarketScape report are:

• Canon has extended the capabilities of several of its established high-speed inkjet products.
• Canon introduced its own 1,200-dpi piezo inkjet printhead platform and products based on it.
• Canon announced innovations in service execution and delivery to provide end users with greater control designed to support high uptime.
• Canon has worked with multiple industry partners to expand finishing solutions available for use with their products.

The IDC MarketScape assessment also noted, "Canon's inkjet presses use its own printhead technology and innovative ink systems (such as water-based polymer inks, 1,200-dpi printheads, proprietary waveforms), combining offset-level quality, color consistency and substrate versatility. Features include inline sensors for color profiling and automated maintenance."

The report further stated, "Canon has its own imaging technology, proprietary ink sets, proven media transport technology, image quality control capabilities, image processing and splice handling technologies. In the varioPRINT iX1700 press, Canon combines the company's inks, printheads, paper feed and drying and fixing technologies to enable a larger variety of media."

"Being named a Leader in the 2025 IDC MarketScape assessment underscores the strength of our strategy and the momentum we're building in high-speed inkjet," said Kiyoshi Oka, executive vice president, Marketing Strategy Unit, Canon U.S.A. Inc. "Our priority is providing technology that can help drive real business results. By unifying innovation, application insight and enhanced service capabilities within a cohesive portfolio strategy, we empower customers with the ability to unlock growth, improve performance and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving print landscape."

In other news, thINK, an independent community of Canon U.S.A. production inkjet customers, has announced new leadership appointments within its Board of Directors, with Chris Wells (executive vice president, DSG-UW) named president of thINK Forum and Eric Hollingsworth (vice president of operations, RevSpring) named vice president. Both are existing board members who have demonstrated strong commitment to the organization's growth and member success, and their leadership will help guide thINK's continued evolution.

In addition, thINK announced the appointment of two new members to its 2026 Board of Directors: Dina Kessler and Julie McMahon. Together, they bring a powerful combination of leadership experience across commercial print, packaging, marketing and enterprise business strategy, along with expertise in digital transformation and customer engagement. Their diverse backgrounds in both production print and global enterprise environments further strengthen thINK's mission to foster innovation, collaboration and long-term business growth among its members.

Kessler and McMahon join a distinguished group of industry leaders dedicated to guiding thINK's strategic direction and enhancing value for its rapidly expanding network of print and inkjet professionals.

"We are thrilled to welcome Dina and Julie to the thINK Board," Wells said. "Their leadership, industry insight and passion for advancing print will be instrumental as we continue to evolve our community and deliver meaningful experiences for our members. Both bring unique perspectives that will help shape the future of inkjet and the businesses that rely on it."

Kessler is recognized for her leadership as president of Kessler Creative, where she has built a reputation for delivering high-impact print, packaging and marketing solutions for leading brands. With expertise in production inkjet, direct mail and integrated campaign execution, Kessler has led initiatives focused on innovation, customer engagement and scalable growth. She is known for her ability to bridge creative strategy with operational excellence, helping clients navigate an evolving print landscape through data-driven marketing and advanced print technologies. Kessler's experience in driving business transformation, fostering client partnerships and optimizing production workflows will provide valuable guidance to thINK members.

McMahon brings extensive experience as senior vice president of the Marketing Strategy Unit, Canon U.S.A. Inc., where she leads the strategic evolution of a diverse portfolio spanning production print, business solutions and consumer technology. With more than three decades of experience, McMahon is known for modernizing traditional marketing approaches into data-driven growth strategies, including pioneering Canon's Marketing Technology function to accelerate digital capabilities and scale demand generation. Building on her foundation in sales, McMahon brings a strong customer-centric perspective and is recognized for strengthening brand execution, channel performance and team development, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement — insights that will support thINK's mission to empower its members.

Eric Hawkinson, executive director of thINK, emphasized the importance of strong leadership within the community. 

"The addition of Dina and Julie reflects the caliber of talent and commitment that defines thINK," Hawkinson said. "Their combined experience will help drive forward-thinking conversations and practical strategies that benefit our entire member base."

"thINK continues to be a cornerstone for collaboration and progress in the production print space," said Pete Kowalczuk, executive vice president, Canon U.S.A. Inc. "Dina and Julie's leadership will further strengthen the organization's ability to inspire new ideas and deliver meaningful business impact for its members."

The thINK Board of Directors plays a critical role in shaping the organization's programming, events and strategic initiatives, including the annual thINK Ahead conference, which brings together industry leaders to share insights, best practices and emerging trends in inkjet technology.

Mark your calendars for thINK Ahead 2026, taking place July 13-15, 2026, at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. Join industry pioneers, the board of directors and fellow print professionals for three days of exclusive networking, technology previews and strategic sessions designed to accelerate business growth.