RICOH fi-8950 and PaperStream® Capture Pro Recognized in the 20th Annual 2025 Globee® Awards for Technology

PFU America, Inc.

Santa Clara, CA
August 20, 2025

PFU America, Inc., the U.S.-based subsidiary of PFU Limited and the leader in document scanning solutions, today announced that its flagship RICOH fi-8950 high-speed production scanner and PaperStream® Capture Pro software were named winners in the 20th Annual 2025 Globee Awards for technology. The RICOH fi-8950 won the Silver award in the “Best Digital Content Management System” product category and PaperStream Capture Pro received the Bronze award in the “Best Document Management Systems” product category.

The Globee Awards for Technology is a prestigious awards program that honors the most innovative and impactful technology products, services, and initiatives across a wide range of industries and sectors. It celebrates organizations and individuals driving progress through technology—from emerging startups to established enterprises.

The RICOH fi-8950 is the latest member of PFU America Inc.’s industry-leading fi Series of high-performance document scanners that provides enterprises with ultra-fast, secure, reliable, and intelligent information capture in high-volume scanning environments. It features next-generation image processing, Clear Image Capture for accurate, complete, and high-resolution scans, as well as advanced paper protection and seamless integration with business workflows. The fi-8950 is ideal for enterprise, government, education, finance, and healthcare sectors, supporting growing demands for centralized and efficient document digitization.

The newly enhanced PaperStream Capture Pro is a subscription-based software that builds on the industry-leading PaperStream suite, helping companies automate repetitive document processing tasks to improve efficiency and transform information into actionable data for better business outcomes. Its advanced OCR and barcode recognition reduce manual effort, enhance accuracy, and accelerate processing, while the redaction function, role-based access, and audit trails safeguard sensitive data.

“We are extremely proud to have the RICOH fi-8950 and PaperStream Capture Pro recognized in the Globee Awards for their innovation and impact in document management and automation,” said Satoshi Kubo, President and CEO, PFU America, Inc. “By combining the fi-8950’s best-in-class image processing with PaperStream Capture Pro’s advanced automation and security features, we deliver a powerful solution that transforms information into actionable data, helping today’s businesses thrive in an increasingly digital world. This recognition underscores our commitment to technological leadership and providing reliable, user-centric solutions.”

“The 2025 winners of the Globee® Awards for Technology represent the forefront of innovation,” said San Madan, President of the Globee Awards. “Their achievements are advancing industries, improving lives, and setting new standards for what technology can accomplish.”

For more information on the RICOH fi-8950 document scanner, please visit https://www.pfu-us.ricoh.com/scanners/fi/fi-8950.

For more information on PaperStream Capture Pro, please visit https://www.pfu-us.ricoh.com/scanners/fi/solutions/paperstream-capture-pro.

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About PFU

PFU Limited was established in 1960. Based on the skills acquired through computer development, we develop and supply image document-related products and services, such as image scanners. We also provide support services for building and operating IT infrastructures that contribute to the safety and security of our customers. We at PFU will continue to evolve our edge devices to contribute to our customers’ business process reforms and Digital Transformation, provide the services that support them, and contribute to the development of a sustainable world. For more information, please visit https://www.pfu.ricoh.com/global/

PFU America, Inc. is the U.S.-based subsidiary of PFU Limited and the leader in document scanning solutions.

About Ricoh

Ricoh is a leading provider of integrated digital services and print and imaging solutions designed to support digital transformation of workplaces, workspaces and optimize business performance. Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh’s global operation reaches customers in approximately 200 countries and regions, supported by cultivated knowledge, technologies, and organizational capabilities nurtured over its 85-year history. In the financial year ended March 2025, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,527 billion yen (approx. 16.8 billion USD). It is Ricoh’s mission and vision to empower individuals to find Fulfillment through Work by understanding and transforming how people work so we can unleash their potential and creativity to realize a sustainable future. For further information, please visit http://www.ricoh.com/

Copyright ©2025 PFU America, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Ricoh and the Ricoh logo are the registered trademarks of Ricoh Company, Ltd. registered in the United States and other countries. PaperStream is a registered trademark of PFU Limited.

About the Globee® Awards

The Globee® Awards present recognition in ten programs and competitions, including the Globee® Awards for Achievement, Globee® Awards for Artificial Intelligence, Globee® Awards for Business, Globee® Awards for Excellence, Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity, Globee® Awards for Disruptors, Globee® Awards for Impact. Globee® Awards for Innovation (also known as Golden Bridge Awards®), Globee® Awards for Leadership, and the Globee® Awards for Technology. To learn more about the Globee Awards, please visit the website: https://globeeawards.com.

Date: August 20, 2025
City: Santa Clara, CA
Company: PFU America, Inc.