Ricoh named print security leader in Quocirca report

Ricoh has been named a leader in the print security market in Quocirca's Print Security Landscape 2026 report.

The assessment reflects Ricoh's position in managed print security services as organisations face higher risks from cyberattacks targeting printers and document workflows.

Quocirca found that 67% of organisations experienced at least one data loss incident linked to a print-related security breach in the past year, up from 56% in 2025. The report said the average cost of a print-related data breach now exceeds USD $1.3 million.

That has pushed print security higher up the agenda for companies managing hybrid work, mixed fleets of devices and a broader range of threats linked to artificial intelligence.

Ricoh's position in the report was tied to its managed services, fleet visibility tools and partner network, designed to secure printer fleets from different manufacturers rather than only Ricoh devices. Quocirca highlighted that device-agnostic approach as a factor in the company's standing.

Security focus

Ricoh said it treats print security as an operational issue requiring continuous management rather than a one-time set-up process. That approach includes monitoring, authentication, firmware management and oversight of device lifecycles.

Quocirca also pointed to Ricoh's support across about 200 countries and territories. The report cited broader visibility and automation across diverse print fleets, as well as security standards for refurbished devices that match those for new products.

The assessment also noted Ricoh's investment in workflow security and artificial intelligence tools, including the natif.ai acquisition and a roadmap for AI-enabled data loss prevention within RICOH Streamline NX.

Quocirca further highlighted the RICOH Streamline NX and RICOH CloudStream print management products for features linked to zero trust security models, a range of authentication methods and lifecycle measures such as Automatic Remote Firmware Update and Always Current Technology.

Kei Uesugi, Managing Director, Ricoh Asia Pacific, said print security still receives less attention than other parts of corporate technology infrastructure.

"Print is still one of the most overlooked corners of enterprise security, so recognition like this matters - it reflects the work we do to help customers close that gap rather than treat print as an afterthought," said Uesugi.

He said the company's priority remained consistent as cyber risks changed.

"As the threat landscape shifts, our focus stays the same: giving organisations the visibility and control to keep their people both productive and protected," Uesugi said.

Broader business

Ricoh operates in about 200 countries and regions and is headquartered in Tokyo. The group focuses on workplace services, printing and related technology offerings, alongside commercial and industrial printing operations.

For the financial year ended March 2026, Ricoh reported worldwide sales of 2,608 billion yen, equivalent to about USD $16.4 billion.

Quocirca's latest findings suggest that as organisations tighten broader cyber defences, printers and document systems remain an area where gaps can still lead to data loss and significant costs.