Visioneer has selected Image Star as a new authorized distributor for its line of Xerox scanners in the United States. Through this agreement, Image Star will support Visioneer dealers with inventory, distribution and drop-ship fulfillment services across Xerox's full line of standalone scanners and associated parts and accessories, service warranties, as well as Xerox DocuShare content management software solutions.

Visioneer is a developer of intelligent document solutions that accelerate digital transformation for its customers. Offering a range of software-enabled hardware products, including document scanners and printers, Visioneer helps customers optimize document creation, capture and archiving workflows. Visioneer is a Xerox licensee, licensed to build, sell and support standalone document scanners.

Together, Visioneer and Image Star will partner to reach new authorized dealers for Xerox scanners. Visioneer's robust technology paired with Image Star's specialist support for the independent imaging dealer channel will offer a compelling value proposition for new channel partners.

"We're very pleased to be working with the Image Star team to expand the reach of Xerox scanners, Xerox DocuShare and Visioneer's wide range of office automation solutions," said Jim Tamo, president, Visioneer. "Image Star's expertise and client support infrastructure align perfectly with Visioneer's customer-driven operations."

Visioneer's distributor relationship with Image Star will tap into Image Star's nationwide distribution network, deep client relationships, and IT and service capabilities to provide best-in-class distribution support for dealers. Image Star clients will benefit from access to Visioneer's full Xerox scanner lineup, authorized dealer program support and after-sale services only available through authorized distribution sources.

"Xerox scanners offer spectacular growth prospects to document imaging dealers looking to diversify into data capture and management," said Philip Crean, chief commercial officer, Image Star. "Xerox scanners combine best-in-class specifications, powerful software and exceptional value backed by strong channel support resources to help dealers win new business. We are excited to help Visioneer deepen its dealer network and expand distribution for their solutions."

Resellers can now preorder Xerox scanners from Image Star for shipment by Oct. 2. Visioneer is accepting new partners for its authorized dealer program. Dealers can contact their Image Star account executive for product, pricing and program information.