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U.S. Department of Defense Chooses PARC to Help Halt Internal Security Threats

2012-02-15T18:23:15-08:00

PALO ALTO, Calif. – PARC, A Xerox Company, today announced that it is currently helping the United States government proactively identify internal threats before damaging acts are carried out via a two year, $3.5 million contract with the Department of Defense. Developed via PARC’s open innovation model aimed at commercializing emerging technology quickly and successfully, this technology will first be developed for the U.S. government, but the core technology has the potential to be deployed commercially to help stop corporate insider threats and make inroads in fraud detection in the near future.

“PARC has a long track record of working with government agencies – and a network of commercial and other partners – to make important technological advancements that benefit all of our lives,” said Stephen Hoover, CEO, PARC. “Open innovation is all about taking powerful ideas and being able to nimbly bring these ideas to commercial fruition. We are pleased to continue working with governmental organizations such as the Department of Defense to bring about change not only for their areas of expertise, but also for our broader society’s good.”

There is a longstanding problem of threats coming from inside government and large organizations where respected employees become malicious, giving away confidential information (e.g., WikiLeaks) or even harming co-workers. While these threats happen seemingly without advance notice and cause severe consequences, there is often a pattern or trail before the fact – a trail that could be traced and uncovered.

Current attempts to stop inside threats have faced several challenges: enormous amounts of data that need to be analyzed in a timely manner; too many false positives using purely structural-anomaly detection; and a lack of automatic semantic interpretation of the data at hand. PARC researchers are working on the answer to this problem through its work on the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)’s ADAMS (Anomaly Detection At Multiple Scales) program. Specifically, PARC is involved in spearheading the Graph Learning for Anomaly Detection using Psychological Context (GLAD-PC) project, which aims to provide automatic, proactive threat identification and ranking from large-scale behavioral and information-network datasets.

PARC was chosen for the contract because of its: unique qualifications translating research to actionable insight; established expertise in machine learning and anomaly detection, psychological modeling, ethnography, and social network analysis; and experience analyzing very large-scale (terabyte) datasets. Given its partnership model, PARC has selected a number of subcontractors to complement its core capabilities for this particular government project. On the psychological context modeling and analysis side, HumRRO is providing expertise in dynamic psychological modeling, the psychology of insider attacks, and the connection between personality traits and behavior. On the graph learning side, NASA Ames Research Center is providing unique capabilities in graph structure analysis and anomaly detection. Well known for research in semantic information network analysis and graph theory, Stony Brook University is also contributing to the project.

About PARC
PARC, a Xerox company, is in the Business of Breakthroughs®. Practicing open innovation, we provide custom R&D services, technology, expertise, best practices, and intellectual property to Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies, startups, and government agencies and partners. We create new business options, accelerate time to market, augment internal capabilities, and reduce risk for our clients.

Since its inception, PARC has pioneered many technology platforms – from the Ethernet and laser printing to the GUI and ubiquitous computing – and has enabled the creation of many industries. Incorporated as an independent wholly owned subsidiary of Xerox in 2002, PARC today continues the research that enables breakthroughs for our clients' businesses.

Engage with PARC on Twitter @parcinc, on our blog, and at our Slideshare channel, as well as subscribe to e-newsletters and more at www.parc.com/updates.

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Global Imaging Systems Acquires RK Dixon

2012-02-15T04:00:00-08:00

TAMPA, Fla. -- Global Imaging Systems (GIS), A Xerox Company (NYSE: XRX), has acquired Iowa-based company, RK Dixon, a leading provider of IT services, copiers, printers and managed print services with locations in seven Iowa and Illinois cities.

The acquisition furthers GIS’ coverage of central Illinois and eastern Iowa, building on the company’s strategy to create a nationwide network of locally based companies focused on customers’ needs to improve business performance through efficiencies.

“RK Dixon has built a trusted reputation in Iowa and Illinois, and together we are bringing a powerhouse of technology and services that will help customers operate as productively and seamlessly as possible,” said Tom Salierno, Jr., chief executive officer of GIS.

RK Dixon will immediately add Xerox’s full range of office and printing technology and managed print services to its portfolio. The company has distributed Canon, Lanier, Lexmark, Samsung, Riso, and HP copiers, printers and multifunction devices in addition to providing document management and IT solutions.

“My parents, Robert and Carla, founded RK Dixon nearly 30 years ago on the premise that they could help customers’ businesses run better,” said Bryan Dixon, president and CEO, RK Dixon Company. “Aligning with GIS shows our customers we continue to be committed to reducing costs and driving better performance for them.”

Bryan Dixon will remain as company president and CEO. Jeff Dixon will remain as president of Information Technology. RK Dixon has office locations in Davenport and Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Bloomington, Champaign, Peoria, Rockford and Springfield, Illinois.

About Global Imaging Systems

Global Imaging Systems, A Xerox Company, is made up of regional core companies in the United States that sell and service document management systems such as printers, copiers and multifunction devices; network integration services; and electronic presentation systems. As an office technology dealer, Global Imaging sells products from various suppliers including Xerox, Sharp and Konica Minolta. Xerox acquired Global Imaging Systems in 2007 and operates it as a wholly owned subsidiary within Xerox’s North American operations.

About Xerox

With sales approaching $23 billion, Xerox (NYSE: XRX) is the world’s leading enterprise for business process and document management. Its technology, expertise and services enable workplaces – from small businesses to large global enterprises – to simplify the way work gets done so they operate more effectively and focus more on what matters most: their real business. Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn., Xerox offers business process outsourcing and IT outsourcing services, including data processing, healthcare solutions, HR benefits management, finance support, transportation solutions, and customer relationship management services for commercial and government organizations worldwide. The company also provides extensive leading-edge document technology, services, software and genuine Xerox supplies for graphic communication and office printing environments of any size. The 140,000 people of Xerox serve clients in more than 160 countries. For more information, visit http://www.xerox.com, http://news.xerox.com or http://www.realbusiness.com. For investor information, visit http://www.xerox.com/investor.

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Xerox and McAfee Team Up to Deliver Protection

2012-02-14T05:05:00-08:00

ROCHESTER, N.Y. and SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Think confidential information is protected by company IT security policies? Think again. A new survey commissioned by Xerox (NYSE: XRX) and McAfee, reveals that more than half (54 percent) of employees say they don’t always follow their company’s IT security policies (33 percent) or aren’t even aware of the policies (21 percent) – leaving the security of customer credit card numbers, financial reports, and HR and tax documents at risk.

According to the survey, 39 percent of employees who copy, scan or print confidential information at work worry at least sometimes whether the information on a networked device will remain secure.

To address this concern, Xerox and McAfee are teaming up to design a security system to help companies protect against threats to this confidential data. By integrating embedded McAfee software into Xerox technology, the two companies plan to use a whitelisting method that allows only approved files to run, offering significantly more protection than traditional black listing tactics, where a user has to be aware of and proactively block viruses, spyware and other malicious software. Additionally, the solution provides an audit trail to track and investigate the time and origin of security events, and take action on them.

“With more than 50,000 new security threats emerging each day, protecting sensitive company information can be intimidating for IT managers – especially when you consider that any device sitting on the network, from a PC to a fax machine, can be exposed to those threats,” said Rick Dastin, president, Enterprise Business Group, Xerox Corporation. “This partnership will work to ensure those devices are secure and company information is protected.”

Xerox and McAfee are improving the safety of devices on the network to protect proprietary company data – a needed solution according to survey data, which also found that some companies don’t take simple steps to lessen the risk, such as making sure employees are aware of IT policies and use access codes to pick up prints and copies. Additional survey results found:

Half (51 percent) of those employees whose workplace has a printer, copier or MFP say they’ve copied, scanned or printed confidential information at work.
Of the 39 percent who say they are at least sometimes worried about confidential information staying secure, 86 percent say they are at least somewhat worried about personal information, 77 percent say customer data, 77 percent say employee information and 70 percent say proprietary company information.
More than half (54 percent) say computers pose the biggest security threat to their company’s network compared to other IT devices, while only 6 percent say it is MFPs.
Only 13 percent of employees whose workplace has a printer, copier or MFP say they are prompted to enter a password or passcode on the MFP before releasing a job they’ve printed or accessing the ability to copy.

“The threat landscape has evolved to include devices that when originally designed, where never considered a security threat,” said Tom Moore, vice president of embedded sales, McAfee. “Now we are seeing the need for security on devices like MFPs to protect confidential and proprietary data, which if lost or stolen, could negatively impact a company and its employees. The partnership with McAfee and Xerox embeds security into the device for better protection.”

For more information about the Xerox partnership with McAfee, along with videos and images, visit http://www.xerox.com/security.

Survey Methodology

This survey was conducted online within the United States by Harris Interactive on behalf of Xerox from Jan. 5-9, 2012 among 2,541 adults ages 18 and older, of which 1,391 are employed full and/or part time. This survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of theoretical sampling error can be calculated.

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Xerox Gives Employees Paid Leaves to Volunteer at Non-Profits

2012-02-13T07:05:00-08:00

NORWALK, Conn. -- Xerox (NYSE: XRX) announced today that 11 employees will take a fully-paid leave of absence to volunteer for local non-profit organizations, engaging in activities ranging from simplifying business operations to instructing at-risk teens on independent living.

The paid leave is part of the company’s Social Service Leave program, known as corporate America’s first community service sabbatical program that has loaned employees to non-profits since 1971.

“A hallmark of Xerox’s deep value system is giving back to the communities where our people work and live,” said Ursula Burns, Xerox chairman and chief executive officer. “Xerox’s Social Service Leave program allows us to spread the true wealth of our company - our people -- with organizations that need them now more than ever.”

Each of the following Social Service Leave recipients was chosen by a peer group within Xerox.

Social Service Leave participants for 2012:

Marlene F. Bessette, Rochester, N.Y., to Catholic Family Center. Bessette will work on the ongoing management of a sustainable housing program .
Terri Cianci-Krall, Lancaster, Pa., to Domestic Violence Services, to develop and oversee youth educational outreach activities.
LeAngela Colbert, Indianapolis, Ind., to Center for Leadership Development. Colbert will assist in leveraging technology to reconnect alumni and to raise the organization’s profile.
Thomas E. Coughlan, Rochester, N.Y., to National Center for the Deaf Health Research. Coughlan will engage the deaf and hard-of-hearing population and help them better understand complex health issues .
Angelina Demyda, Rochester, N.Y., to Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester. Deymda will work with legislative officials; and help with community events, health fairs, fundraisers and breast cancer awareness meetings.
Sakena T. Hillman, Chicago, Ill., to Teen Living Programs. Hillman will develop workshops and support programs that teach teens the skills and knowledge they need to become independent.
Mary R. Novick, Alton, NY., to Cracker Box Palace. Novick will work with this sanctuary for large farm animals to improve operational processes, and create new ones to achieve its long-term goals. Listen to an audio podcast of Mary discussing her leave.
Debbie S. Rosenbaum, Syracuse, N.Y., to Say Yes to Education Syracuse. Rosenbaum will focus on fundraising, and oversee internship and apprenticeship programs.
David A. Sears, York, Pa., to Junior Achievement of South Central Pennsylvania. Sears will work to expand the organization’s marketing and fundraising efforts, increase community awareness and increase financial support.
Claudia R. Smith, New Orleans, La., to Families Helping Families of South East Louisiana. Smith will support processing the applications for the Standards for Excellence Certification for the non-profit organization.
Theresa A. Yamauchi, Lake Forest, Ill., to Linking Efforts Against Drugs. Yamauchi will work with the board and staff to create and implement a sustainability plan and also assist with a strategy to increase donations.

More information about Xerox’s community involvement, environmental stewardship and sustainability, workplace practices and corporate governance can be found in the company’s Global Citizenship Report available at http://www.xerox.com/citizenship.

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Feature Story: Xerox on use color of in business documents

2012-02-03T13:25:00-08:00

by Shell Haffner, manager, Desktop Product Marketing Team, Xerox Corporation

In a sluggish economy, businesses of all sizes are squarely focused on two things: sales and productivity. But in the era of information overload, the burden is on the consumer to distill meaningful information from the noise, including the nearly 3,000 marketing messages the average person is exposed to every day.

Employees face a similar challenge as many struggle to stay focused on priorities amidst constantly refreshing social media feeds, a 24/7 news cycle and phones that serve as a pocket-sized entertainment system. For bottom-line oriented businesses, the answer to both of these challenges may lie in color.

In a color survey[1] conducted by Xerox Corporation, 69 percent of people said that they understand new ideas better when presented in color. Seventy-six percent of those surveyed say they can find information faster if it’s presented in color.

And the benefits don’t end with productivity – color can also give companies a leg up in competitive differentiation and sales.

For Bing, the right color choice was the million dollar difference – or $80 million to be exact. Microsoft’s research team found that blue engaged people the most, so they tested various shades of blue in user groups, and determined that Bing’s previous paler shade of blue lacked confidence. As a result, Bing decided to switch to a shade of blue similar to the one used by Google. Based on user feedback, it is estimated Bing’s blue could generate $80 million to $90 million in advertising sales.

Color as a Sales Differentiator

According to Jill Morton, color psychologist and branding expert, when color is used correctly, businesses can draw the right attention to marketing collateral, signage and business documents. It’s tempting to select color based on personal preference, but keying in on the colors that illicit the desired emotional response can pay dividends.

By using Morton’s color symbolism and selection tips below, businesses can create documents with the appropriate emotional impact to incite reader action.

Understand the basic formula for all colors - dark colors are professional and trustworthy; bright colors are youthful and energizing; light colors are peaceful and delicate; and muted colors are sophisticated and calming.
Colors resonate differently across generations – like the color purple for example. An older generation may look at purple as mysterious and magical simply because it is a hue that rarely occurs in nature. A younger generation may automatically associate the color with Barney the purple dinosaur.
Bright colors like yellow reflect more light and are great for grabbing the reader’s attention on a flier promoting a sale or a document with an urgent task. Yellow and black combined attract more attention than any other color combination out there. Colors like blue or gray are soothing and would be appropriate for use on customer documents that report on annual charity giving or a letter on customer appreciation.
Most document designs only need two to three colors to deliver a consistent look – three being the best. Using more than four colors causes visual clutter for the reader, which can lead to confusion and distraction.
Documents should have a strong contrast between the text color and the background to ensure readability. Yellow text on a white background would be considered a bad contrast because they are both very light colors and cause strain on the reader’s eyes. A deep purple text on an off-white background would be an example of a good contrast because of the ease the reader will experience while reading dark text on a light background.

Businesses can engage their readers, create a positive first impression and help their message stand out from the marketing noise by creating color harmony in document design. A document with smart, strategic color application will ensure communications are delivered with maximum value – impacting the company’s bottom line with increased productivity and sales.

About the author

Shell Haffner has more than 17 years of experience in high technology product marketing managing hardware, software and service offerings. He began his career as an application engineer with Tektronix focusing on computer‐aided graphics. Currently, Mr. Haffner leads the product marketing team for the Xerox desktop product family including the ColorQube family of solid ink printer products. Mr. Haffner has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology.

[1] Xerox Corporation. Xerox Color Survey. US, April 2011. Online.

Jeffrey Jacobson Named Head of Xerox Global Graphic Communications

2012-02-01T05:06:00-08:00

NORWALK, Conn. – Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX) today announced the appointment of Jeffrey Jacobson as president, Xerox Global Graphic Communications.

Jacobson, 52, joins Xerox from Presstek (NASDAQ: PRST) where he served as the company’s president and chief executive officer since 2007, adding the title of chairman in 2009. Presstek is a supplier of digital offset printing solutions to the printing and communications industries.

Jacobson assumes a new role at Xerox that focuses on worldwide strategy, operations, product development, marketing, sales and support of Xerox’s production systems portfolio and related software and workflow offerings.

“Jeffrey brings to Xerox deep customer and industry knowledge and relationships, extensive business acumen and insightful strategies to ensure Xerox remains a respected leader in helping graphic communications clients profit and grow their businesses with our digital printing solutions,” said Armando Zagalo de Lima, president, Xerox Technology.

In leading Xerox’s dedicated global graphic communications business, Jacobson is charged with broadening and deepening the company’s hardware and software portfolio, workflow solutions, marketing support, and diverse and flexible offerings that comprehend the challenges of today’s market dynamics.

Prior to his role as CEO of Presstek, Jacobson was chief operating officer of Eastman Kodak Company's $3.6 billion Graphic Communications Group. He also served for five years as CEO of Kodak Polychrome Graphics, a $1.7 billion joint venture between Sun Chemical and Eastman Kodak.

An active leader in the graphic communications industry, Jacobson serves on the advisory board of New York University's Graphic Communications Management and Technology Program. He has held senior leadership positions with numerous industry associations including the Electronic Document Systems Foundation and the Graphic Arts Technical Foundation.

Jacobson is a graduate of the State University of New York Buffalo and holds a master's degree in industrial relations from the Cornell School of Industrial Relations. He also holds a juris doctor degree from Pace University School of Law and is admitted to the bar in New York and New Jersey.

Jacobson’s appointment is effective Feb. 20.

About Xerox

With sales approaching $23 billion, Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX) is the world’s leading enterprise for business process and document management. Its technology, expertise and services enable workplaces – from small businesses to large global enterprises – to simplify the way work gets done so they operate more effectively and focus more on what matters most: their real business. Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn., Xerox offers business process outsourcing and IT outsourcing services, including data processing, healthcare solutions, HR benefits management, finance support, transportation solutions, and customer relationship management services for commercial and government organizations worldwide. The company also provides extensive leading-edge document technology, services, software and genuine Xerox supplies for graphic communication and office printing environments of any size. The 140,000 people of Xerox serve clients in more than 160 countries. For more information, visit http://www.xerox.com, http://news.xerox.com, http://www.realbusiness.com. For investor information, visit http://www.xerox.com/investor.

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Xerox Expands Cloud Services for Small and Mid-sized Businesses

2012-01-31T07:05:00-08:00

DALLAS – Small-and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) seeking cloud services previously only available to global corporations can now transform their business operations using a new suite of cloud services from Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX).

The services will be sold through Xerox’s value-added resellers (VARs) and include Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) for midrange and Intel systems; Cloud Backup; and Disaster Recovery services.

Xerox’s business cloud services ensure that a company’s applications, data and IT platforms are secure. These services also manage workload demand and are priced to serve SMBs that have annual revenue of $10 million to $250 million.

“Cloud technology is often presented as a complex, ‘big company’ infrastructure solution. But, in fact, managing IT operations in the ‘cloud’ is just as relevant and affordable for smaller companies and can be even more impactful,” said Ken Stephens, senior vice president of Xerox Cloud Services. “Expanding Xerox’s IaaS and Backup and Recovery services to SMBs is the next step toward offering a full suite of business cloud services that SMBs can access on a ‘pay-as-you-go’ model.”

“Xerox extending its sales efforts to SMBs through VARs is a smart move, especially in the growing cloud space,” said Ben Trowbridge, CEO at Alsbridge, a global advisory firm. “It’s a logical extension of their longstanding enterprise services, with more opportunities to sell additional Xerox products and services relevant to SMBs.”

The new services include:

Xerox Cloud IaaS for Midrange and Intel systems

Many cloud providers - for enterprises or SMBs - do not support multiple operating systems, databases, legacy applications and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. The Xerox Cloud IaaS meets the conflicting demands of various operating models.
Xerox delivers secure cloud services via five global data centers that house multi-tenant technologies and virtualized LANs.
IaaS is quickly installed and ready to use with an on-demand “click and pick” provisioning process.
IaaS ensures complete tracking, auditing and reporting capabilities.

Cloud Backup and Disaster Recovery Service

Recovery of data, applications and operating systems - everything on the server and can be restored in less than 24 hours.
An affordable approach for enterprises and SMBs needing remote backup and disaster recovery at a monthly, utility-based price, meaning customers pay for what they use.
No long-term contracts required.
The Business Cloud infrastructure used for corporate enterprises also is available for SMBs.
Data backup is replicated, secured, encrypted and conducted daily.

“No matter the size, scope or location of a company, there’s a common denominator: how to manage costs and risks. Xerox delivers a utility model approach, intense security controls, systems and data redundancy, even a customized company-wide disaster recovery plan,” added Stephens.

About Xerox

With sales approaching $23 billion, Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX) is the world’s leading enterprise for business process and document management. Its technology, expertise and services enable workplaces – from small businesses to large global enterprises – to simplify the way work gets done so they operate more effectively and focus more on what matters most: their real business. Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn., Xerox offers business process outsourcing and IT outsourcing services, including data processing, healthcare solutions, HR benefits management, finance support, transportation solutions, and customer relationship management services for commercial and government organizations worldwide. The company also provides extensive leading-edge document technology, services, software and genuine Xerox supplies for graphic communication and office printing environments of any size. The 140,000 people of Xerox serve clients in more than 160 countries. For more information, visit http://www.xerox.com, http://news.xerox.com or http://www.realbusiness.com. For investor information, visit http://www.xerox.com/investor.

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New Xerox 7600i portable multipurpose flatbed scanner

2012-01-30T07:00:00-08:00

PLEASANTON, Calif. – For photo enthusiasts or small and home offices looking for a color scanner that’s ultra slim, portable and easy to use, Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX) today announced the Xerox 7600i, a compact flatbed scanner that conveniently plugs into their computer’s USB port.

Priced at only $99.99, the device can scan up to 1200 x 1200 dpi in 48-bit color and comes bundled with a suite of document and image management software that streamlines scanning processes.

“Small office, work from home professionals and students will love the low price, the portability, and the quality results of the Xerox 7600i. It is an ideal scanning solution for anyone who needs a fast, flatbed scanner and outstanding software to help them be more productive,” said Bob Scaglia, senior vice president of sales for Visioneer, a Xerox licensing partner.

“Weighing just 3.3 pounds, measuring less than 1.5 inches tall, and powered solely by the USB port, the Xerox 7600i is a truly portable scanner. The extendable hinge and removable lid provides the added benefits of versatility for scanning books, magazines or oversized objects,” he said.

Ease-of-use, one touch scanning

The Xerox 7600i scanner includes Visioneer OneTouch^® scanning technology to eliminate the multiple steps usually required to send scanned documents or photos to an application. With OneTouch scanning technology users can touch one button and complete the scanning task, not just launch the program.

The Xerox 7600i scanner includes three front panel buttons to scan, copy, and e-mail. The buttons are pre-configured at the optimal settings for these most common scanning tasks, enabling first-time users to begin scanning immediately. Users can quickly customize any of the buttons for even more functionality or to suit their own scanning needs and preferences.

Abundant software bundle

The Xerox 7600i comes bundled with software that includes tools to edit, crop and retouch scanned images and then organize the files into folders. Users are also able to scan and automatically upload their documents to popular cloud destinations such as Google Docs^™, Evernote^®, DropBox, Box.net and others with the touch of one button.

Pricing, Availability

The Xerox 7600i has a U.S. list price of $99.99 and is available immediately through retail and online channel partners, major resellers, and Xerox and its agents and dealers.

About Xerox

With sales approaching $23 billion, Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX) is the world’s leading enterprise for business process and document management. Its technology, expertise and services enable workplaces – from small businesses to large global enterprises – to simplify the way work gets done so they operate more effectively and focus more on what matters most: their real business. Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn., Xerox offers business process outsourcing and IT outsourcing services, including data processing, healthcare solutions, HR benefits management, finance support, transportation solutions, and customer relationship management services for commercial and government organizations worldwide. The company also provides extensive leading-edge document technology, services, software and genuine Xerox supplies for graphic communication and office printing environments of any size. The 140,000 people of Xerox serve clients in more than 160 countries. For more information, visit http://www.xerox.com, http://news.xerox.com or http://www.realbusiness.com. For investor information, visit http://www.xerox.com/investor.

About Visioneer

Visioneer provides a broad range of scanning solutions for the desktop, distributed and departmental document imaging markets as well as the mobile and remote business scanning segments. In 2003, Visioneer combined its leading scanner technology with the Xerox brand recognition to develop the Xerox DocuMate product line. Visioneer and Xerox DocuMate high-performance business scanners and imaging software solutions offer users speed, image quality, advanced paper handling and ease-of-use with exclusive Visioneer OneTouch^® technology. For additional information on Visioneer and Xerox scanning solutions, visit http://www.visioneer.com or http://www.xeroxscanners.com.

Visioneer offers both product lines under a single reseller partners program. The 20/20 Perfect Vision program optimizes VAR margins and sales opportunities through volume incentive rebates, sales support and marketing tools. Additional information can be found at http://www.visioneer.com/2020.

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Xerox Reports Fourth-Quarter 2011 Earnings

2012-01-25T04:00:00-08:00

News Release	Related Earnings Documents	Webcast and Multimedia
Jan. 25, 2012: Xerox Reports Fourth-Quarter 2011 Earnings (PDF, 197KB)	Q4 2011 Presentation Slides (PDF, 329KB) Q4 2011 Presentation Non-GAAP Financial Measures (PDF, 162KB) Financial Model (PDF, 284KB)	Webcast: 10 a.m. ET Earnings Conference Call

Feature Story: Xerox partner Choice Administrators details key health reform milestones in 2012

2012-01-24T09:15:00-08:00

By CHOICE Administrators Exchange Solutions

While states are gearing up to have their Health Insurance Exchanges going by the 2014 deadline, there are key milestones coming up in 2012, which will impact health reform law as well as the 2012 presidential race. Some important dates to note:

January 1: Accountable Care Organizations (ACO) begin operation. These organizations are designed to help providers coordinate care for Medicare patients by providing monetary incentives for everyone to work together for a flat fee. As of January 1, 32 ACOs were slated to begin operating as “pioneers”. If the ACOs are successful, they could serve as a new model for healthcare reimbursements, making “fee-for-service” medicine a thing of the past.

March 26: The U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments on PPACA (Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act). Among the issues the Court will be addressing are the constitutionality of the individual insurance mandate and whether PPACA is valid without the mandate.

October 1: Value-based purchasing policies kick-in for hospitals. Regulations for Medicare hospital payments go into effect that link reimbursements to the quality of care provided via performance metrics as well as re-admissions for preventable complications.

November 3: The 2012 Presidential Election. Healthcare is lining up to be a critical issue in the Presidential race and the outcome of the elections will in many ways decide the near-future of healthcare law. Republican majorities in Congress as well as a Republican President would probably mean a reboot of health reform, while President Obama’s reelection would help ensure the reforms of the PPACA going forward.

December 31: Health Insurance Exchange Certification deadline for states. While Exchanges don’t have to be operational until 2014, HHS must certify by the end of 2012 if a state has made enough progress to launch by 2014 or if they will need to rely on the federal model instead.

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