Simi Valley, CA, March 8, 2001...The DPI Group (DPI), a minority-owned company specializing in laserjet cartridge recycling and remanufacturing programs, has formed an alliance with the Imaging Supplies unit of Hitachi Koki Imaging Solutions, Inc. (HiKIS), one of the leading providers of printer, copier and facsimile imaging supplies.  "Our mutual goal is to offer companies high quality, cost-saving printer consumables to enhance their environmental and supplier diversity programs" says Reginald L. Dunham, President of The DPI Group. DPI is committed to providing just-in-time distribution of state-of-the-art products, timely collection of "spent" cartridges and exceptional after sales support service at competitive prices. Their programs help conserve our natural resources and finite waste disposal capacities. "We are proud to be working with The DPI Group and are equally committed to providing the highest quality products, while helping protect our environment and save consumers money" says Bill Barclay, Senior Vice President and General Manager of HiKIS' Imaging Supplies Division.