2018 Year in Review: ACDI’s Best Moments

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2018 Year in Review: ACDI’s Best Moments

We’re finally starting a new year! Today, you’re looking at – or reading about – a company that is quite different from what it was 12 months ago. Some things have changed but our core values are still the same:

1. Put people first

2. Give back to the community

3. Have a little fun

2018 has been an amazing ride for us and what better way to make memories than to look back on the highs of the past 365 days.

Here are the top 10 moments of 2018 that we’ll never want to forget:

Home sweet home!

Oct. 24, 2018, marked one full year at ACDI’s new headquarters in L.A. (Lower Arkansas.)

Yes, we enjoy working here every day but our favorite thing to do is welcome people to Benton from all over the world. We’ve had visitors from dozens of states, countries north and south of the border, and as far as Australia.

Haven’t been able to swing by yet? This drone footage should hold you over until you do.

Teaming up with PSIGEN Software, Inc.

“Exclusive distributor of PSIGEN products to the office equipment reseller channel in North and South America.”

That’s a fancy way of saying we joined forces with the world’s best document processing automation team. PSIGEN Software, Inc. gets us. Not only are they based in the South too, but they know how important it is to give businesses what they want.

Document capture and process automation software.

3-Peat

The Lakers, the Yankees, and ACDI all have one thing in common.

Back-to-back-to-back championships!

Okay, ours is less of a championship and more of an award for being the Best Software & Services Provider. This year we won our third consecutive Frank Award at the Cannata Report’s 33rd Annual Awards & Charities

Dinner. First, we’d like to thank the academy…
ACDI Wins The Cannata Award

PaperCut 18

Did you know PaperCut 18 won BLI’s 2019 Pick Award for Outstanding Cost Accounting & Recovery Solution? Our favorite print management software beat out dozens of other document imaging solutions. 2018 introduced some amazing new features including:

That’s not even half of it. Go ahead and learn more about one of the latest Google for Education Premier Partners.

Buena onda

Hablas español? Genial! Nosotros también. Nuestro equipo de ventas y soporte ha crecido en América Latina. Esto significa que hay nuevos recursos disponibles en uno de los idiomas más hablados del mundo. Visite nuestra página de YouTube para ver videos en español o conozca a los miembros más recientes de nuestro equipo de Latam.

Translation: Do you speak Spanish? Great! We do, too. Our sales and support team has grown in Latin America. This means new resources are available in one of the world’s most widely spoken languages. Check out our YouTube page to watch videos in Spanish or get to know the newest members of our Latam team.

Welcome to the team!

Speaking of new members, we’ve got a lot of new faces to show. You’re only as good as the people you surround yourself with, right? From Sales to Support to Marketing and beyond, we’ve packed our roster with all-stars. Some you may even know!

We’re always looking to add a few good men & women to our team. If you’re interested in ACDI career opportunities, double-click this link NOW.

Lights, camera, action!

You know how we added great new hires? One of those new hires is a videographer!

If a picture is worth a thousand words, a video has to be worth about a million. That’s our goal. To create and share one million videos about our people & products no matter how long it takes. We’ve got time.

If you do too, start by checking out some of the top videos on our YouTube channel.

Launching IdentiD

One of our most viewed YouTube videos in 2018 introduced IdentiD. Our name stands for Access Control Devices, Inc. after all.

IdentiD is a biometric fingerprint scanner that you can only get from ACDI. It locks down access at security-conscious businesses with one touch authentication for MFPs. You have to see it to believe it.

#BentonProud

Service is at the center of ACDI. We moved to Benton because it feels like home and we want to take care of our home. 2018 was the year of community giving. From ALS awareness to affordable housing, education and everything between. This is only the beginning.

Live & work, but don’t forget to play

All in all, we just had fun. Whether you’re a sports fan, a new mom, or a gamer, we try to offer something for everyone. Some people ask if we ever do any work here. Well, yea. When it doesn’t feel like work, you seem to get more done. You become a family. You become a part of ACDI.

How about you… what was your favorite moment during 2018?

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ACDI to Host Third Annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop

ACDI to Host Third Annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop

BENTON, Ark. — Leading service and solutions provider Access Control Devices, Inc. (ACDI) is proud to partner with the City of Benton for its third annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop on Dec. 31 at its headquarters, located at 403 North Main Street in Benton.

The free event begins at 7:30 p.m. and will feature live music and a mechanical bull, along with a large kids area, including a bouncy house, bungee jump, obstacle course, and rock climbing wall. ACDI is welcoming eight food trucks and a beer and wine truck with items available for purchase throughout the evening.

A percentage of all proceeds will directly support Bright Futures Benton, a community initiative within the Benton School District that streamlines school, community, human service, and business resources to quickly meet basic needs and create new opportunities for students so they can succeed in school and beyond.

“We love our community and we can’t wait to bring everyone together to celebrate New Year’s Eve with an exciting event that’s sure to be fun for the whole family. We’re especially proud to once again support the incredible Bright Futures Benton organization and help ensure that children in our community have their most basic needs met.”

Josh Lane, President and CEO, ACDI Tweet

There will be no shortage of entertainment throughout the evening. Forrest Williams Band will provide music beginning at 7:45 p.m., with Tyler Kinch headlining at 10 p.m. Twice named Arkansas Country Music Entertainer of the Year, Kinch has shared the stage with some of the industry’s biggest names, including Justin Moore, Lonestar, and Lee Greenwood.

With community involvement at the core of its business model, Everett Buick-GMC is the presenting sponsor for the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop. As a local, family-owned dealership, it proudly supports organizations and special events across Saline County, including the Benton Panther Foundation, Saline Memorial Health Foundation, and Imagination Library, among others.

Police officers will be on patrol in and around the event to ensure safety as people come and go from the ACDI campus. No outside food or beverages will be permitted, including coolers.

About ACDI

Since 1994, office equipment suppliers have trusted Access Control Devices, Inc. (ACDI) to provide industry-leading capture, print management, electric vehicle (EV) charging, and cost-recovery solutions to streamline office technology and the document lifecycle. From hardware payment solutions, proximity card readers, and EV charging stations to digital workflow automation, fleet management, and analytics software, ACDI’s extensive portfolio pairs seamlessly with its industry-leading project coordination, installation, marketing, and sales expertise. These solutions drive efficiency and productivity for thousands of organizations across education, healthcare, government, and beyond through global channel distribution and development partnerships with the most prominent copier and printer manufacturers. For more information, visit www.acd-inc.com.

ACDI Named Best Print Management Software Provider at Cannata Report’s Annual Frank Awards
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ACDI Named Best Print Management Software Provider at Cannata Report’s…

ACDI Named Best Print Management Software Provider at Cannata Report’s Annual Frank Awards

BENTON, Ark. — Leading service and solutions provider Access Control Devices, Inc. (ACDI) was recognized as Best Print Management Software Provider at The Frank Awards during The Cannata Report’s 39th Annual Awards & Charities Gala held Nov. 7 at The Madison Hotel in Morristown, N.J. It marked the eighth time in nine years that ACDI received a Frank Award, including the sixth time in seven years awarded Best Print Management Software Provider.

“All of us at ACDI are thrilled and honored to receive the Best Print Management Software Provider award with our incredible partner, PaperCut. Our team works diligently to provide world-class customer service and support, and we’re very grateful to The Cannata Report for the special recognition as well as PaperCut for a fulfilling partnership. Most importantly, we are inspired by the remarkable generosity of the Cannatas and our industry as a whole. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the efforts of everyone involved in this charity.”

Josh Lane, President and CEO, ACDI Tweet

The Frank Awards honor business leaders from the software and services, financing, and manufacturer segments of the imaging industry each year. Winners are determined by the independent dealer community participating in The Cannata Report’s Annual Dealer Survey, which collects the community’s views on relevant industry-related topics.

“We’re passionate about supporting our partners and empowering their customers to reach their goals, and this recognition from The Cannata Report is a true testament to those efforts. Our team believes that exceptional service and support are equally as vital as innovative software, and our core values drive us to excel in both.”

Mark Hart, Vice President of Business Development, ACDI Tweet

ACDI shared the award with partner PaperCut, an industry leader in secure print management software that saves time and works across all platforms, including multi-server and multi-operating system environments. ACDI has been a PaperCut-authorized solution center for more than ten years, providing a complete portfolio of services, including sales and technical support, training, compatible hardware, and remote and onsite installations.

"ACDI’s consistent performance in the Best Print Management Software Provider category continues to impress, with their innovative solutions earning top recognition for six of the past seven years. Under the guidance of President Josh Lane, ACDI demonstrates a steadfast commitment to equipping the dealer channel with innovative, reliable solutions that drive success.”

CJ Cannata, President and CEO, The Cannata Report Tweet

Founded in 1982, The Cannata Report is the leading publication covering the independent dealer channel in the office technology industry. To date, its Annual Awards & Charities Gala has raised $3.25 million for a host of charitable organizations nationwide. This year’s event raised $220,000 for breast cancer research at Hackensack Meridian Health’s Center for Discovery and Innovation.

About ACDI

Since 1994, office equipment suppliers have trusted Access Control Devices, Inc. (ACDI) to provide industry-leading capture, print management, electric vehicle (EV) charging, and cost-recovery solutions to streamline office technology and the document lifecycle. From hardware payment solutions, proximity card readers, and EV charging stations to digital workflow automation, fleet management, and analytics software, ACDI’s extensive portfolio pairs seamlessly with its industry-leading project coordination, installation, marketing, and sales expertise. These solutions drive efficiency and productivity for thousands of organizations across education, healthcare, government, and beyond through global channel distribution and development partnerships with the most prominent copier and printer manufacturers. For more information, visit www.acd-inc.com.