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Ricoh

Ricoh Company, Ltd.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

Ricoh Company, Ltd. is a Japanese multinational technology company known for imaging, office equipment, and digital workplace services. Founded in 1936 and headquartered in Tokyo, it serves customers in around 200 countries and regions.

What it is

Ricoh produces printers, photocopiers, scanners, fax machines, projectors, and related software for document management and workflow automation. Originally formed in 1936 from a research institute's commercial division, it has shifted from hardware toward broader digital services.

Key details

Ricoh's legal name is Ricoh Company, Ltd., with over 107,000 employees globally. Its product range includes multifunction devices and workplace solutions. The company operates through regional offices in Japan, the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.

Why it matters

Ricoh is a major player in office technology and digital services, serving businesses worldwide including Canadian organizations. Its evolution from imaging hardware to automation reflects broader trends in workplace efficiency and document management.

In short

  • Japanese multinational founded in 1936, headquartered in Tokyo.
  • Products include printers, copiers, scanners, and document software.
  • Operates in about 200 countries with over 107,000 employees.
  • Serves Canadian businesses through global office and workplace services.
Canadian angle

Ricoh serves international business customers, including Canadian organizations through its global office equipment, document management, and workplace services offerings.

Quick questions

What does Ricoh make?
Ricoh makes printers, photocopiers, scanners, fax machines, projectors, and document management software and services.
When was Ricoh founded?
Ricoh was founded on 6 February 1936.
Does Ricoh operate in Canada?
Yes, Ricoh serves Canadian organizations through its global office equipment, document management, and workplace services offerings.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ricoh
    Supports: Founding date, Japanese multinational status, headquarters, products, and global operations
  2. Ricoh — https://www.ricoh.com/about/at-a-glance
    Supports: Global presence, customer base, sales, and corporate overview
  3. Ricoh — https://www.ricoh.com/-/Media/Ricoh/Sites/com/about/company/data/corporate_profile/pdf/2019_en.pdf
    Supports: Historical origins, 1936 founding, name changes, and early products
  4. Ricoh USA — https://www.ricoh-usa.com/en/about-us/who-we-are
    Supports: Description as an information management and digital services company
  5. Ricoh New Zealand — https://www.ricoh.co.nz/about-ricoh/corporate-overview
    Supports: Company overview, headquarters, employees, and business domains