Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) has announced that Taktiful Software Solutions has joined the Sharp Partner Program. The Taktiful Reaktor platform will be a key resource in delivering advanced digital embellishment solutions that will complement the Sharp BP-1200S Production Print Platform.

This collaboration combines Sharp's powerful six-color production capabilities with Taktiful's Reaktor platform and expert training program for print providers. Together, these solutions help unlock new revenue opportunities through high-value print applications that are in demand by clients. Through this alliance, customers can now leverage Taktiful's Reaktor platform, a cloud-based solution that enables users to visualize embellishments before production begins. By simply uploading a PDF, print providers can generate realistic 3D previews showcasing effects such as foils, varnishes, textures and specialty colors. The ability to preview enhancements in advance helps reduce proofing cycles, accelerate customer approvals and increase creative confidence, while enabling print providers to deliver visually striking pieces that command higher margins.

In addition to the technology, the collaboration includes access to Taktiful's suite of four 90-minute virtual workshops covering digital embellishment design, sales, production and marketing. These interactive sessions give teams practical, hands-on strategies for integrating embellishment into their operations, from preparing files and optimizing workflows to uncovering new revenue opportunities, refining pricing and sales approaches, and building stronger marketing programs around embellished print.

"This collaboration with Taktiful reinforces Sharp's commitment to helping our customers expand beyond traditional print," said Dino Pagliarello, vice president of product management and production print, Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America. "By combining the capabilities of the BP-1200S with Taktiful's Reaktor platform and training expertise, we're enabling print providers to create high-impact applications, streamline workflows and drive meaningful business growth."

"At Taktiful, we believe embellishment is where print becomes truly tactile, emotional and memorable," said Kevin Abergel, CEO, Taktiful Software Solutions. "Partnering with Sharp and it's amazing six-color printer allows us to bring our Reaktor platform and educational programs directly to print providers seeking to elevate their offerings. Together, we're helping them visualize their creativity, simplify the sales process and turn embellishment into a powerful business advantage."

By bringing together advanced production print technology, visualization tools and expert training, Sharp and Taktiful are helping print providers and channel collaborators transform how embellished print is designed, sold and produced — unlocking new levels of creativity, efficiency and profitability in today's competitive market.

In other news, GoTo has recognized Sharp Business Systems (SBS) as its Top Resale Partner in North America, honoring the company's outstanding performance and commitment to customer success.

The 2025 GoTo Partner Awards, announced in March 2026, celebrate partners who excel in delivering GoTo's flagship solutions, including GoTo Connect. Award recipients were selected based on sales performance and their ability to consistently provide customers with essential IT management, support and hybrid work tools that drive real business outcomes through GoTo's comprehensive solutions portfolio.

As a full-service partner reseller of GoTo Connect, an all-in-one business communications platform, SBS supports more than 275 GoTo customers and 5,824 end users. Through this alliance, SBS enables customers to leverage advanced features such as intelligent call routing, autoattendant and AI capabilities, reliable video and audio conferencing, and integrated messaging tools that simplify one-to-one communication, group chats and file sharing. These solutions seamlessly complement Sharp's technology suite of laptops, printers, displays and copier/MFPs, allowing information sharing and collaboration to happen effortlessly for Sharp Business Systems customers.

"We're very intentional about the technology solutions we build at Sharp and the partners we choose to work with," said Chris Patterson, senior national anmager of unified communications solutions, Sharp Business Systems. "With hybrid work becoming the norm and IT demands continuing to grow, staying connected without overspending isn't easy for small businesses. An all‑in‑one platform like GoTo Connect makes that simpler and our partnership with GoTo helps us deliver flexible, scalable solutions that support growth and keep our customers happy and productive."

"GoTo is proud to honor Sharp Business Systems as our Top Resale Partner of 2025," said Michael Day, vice president of partner sales, GoTo. "The award is a testament to Sharp's high confidence in recommending GoTo's solutions to their customers, top-tier support from the GoTo partner network, and our continued strong working relationship that has driven both impressive sales numbers and customer satisfaction."

The full list of 2025 GoTo Partner Award winners is available at:
https://www.goto.com/blog/goto-partner-awards-2025