Trumbull, CT - Océ, an international leader in digital document management, today announced that it has been recognized as the 2009 Strategic Vendor of the Year by ReproMAX, a premier global network of independent reprographers and printers. Océ was selected for its exemplary contributions and commitment to the field of reprographics and was honored during the ReproMAX annual Fall Executive Conference in Chicago on September 10–12, 2009.

"We appreciate the opportunity to serve the ReproMAX membership in our common goals of gaining market share, embracing technological advancement and operating rewarding enterprises," said Patrick Chapuis, President, Wide Format Printing Systems division of Océ North America. "Océ is committed to maintaining a close working relationship with ReproMAX's leadership and its members and is honored to receive the ReproMAX 2009 Vendor of the Year award."

Each year, ReproMAX acknowledges industry pioneers for their contributions to the field of reprographics. These annual awards consistently garner a great deal of participation from its member firms in support of ReproMAX's vendor partners. Océ has been a long standing supporter of the ReproMAX network through its workflow solutions and large format printers and scanners.

"It is a tribute to Océ that so many ReproMAX member firms made the effort to recognize the company's contributions during this past year and ReproMAX continues to look to Océ as a leading industry partner," said Rick Bosworth, President of ReproMAX. "Industry education, training and information sharing are critical elements to moving our mutual interests forward. As technology and processes change, we see opportunities to grow our businesses together."

Through its proactive involvement with ReproMAX, Océ has been able to strengthen relationships with new and existing reprographic customers. Additionally, Océ has educated, trained and informed a significant number of ReproMAX firms on strategies for improving their businesses. Added Chapuis, "Océ is committed to delivering an innovative approach to technology and business processes, and we look forward to strengthening our offerings to capitalize on the improvement of the economic environment."