The Latest from Century / Catalyst

Century & Catalyst IT launched into 2026 with a surge of energy as teams across our branch locations converged in Sioux Falls for a day packed with problem‑solving, hands‑on demos, and big‑picture strategy.   What followed was a fast‑moving blend of collaboration, skill‑building, and fresh insights that set the tone for the year ahead. Read on to find out which of […]

Your inbox might be lying to you. And cybercriminals are hoping you won’t notice.   Most people think email works like Caller ID. If you recognize the phone number, you can trust the caller. That is a dangerous misconception.  Imagine receiving an urgent email from your boss and frantically following their instructions… only to find out later that the email didn’t actually come from your boss, even though the “from” address was correct. That’s the very real threat of Email Spoofing.  You cannot trust an email simply because you recognize […]

Kyocera has been named the Best A4 Manufacturer by The Cannata Report for the seventh consecutive year, making this Kyocera’s eighth total time receiving the award. The distinction comes from The Cannata Report’s Frank Awards which celebrates remarkable service, reliability, and innovation across the office technology industry each year. This award highlights Kyocera’s remarkable commitment to producing high-quality, reliable, and sustainable A4 printing solutions that drive […]

If a stranger knocked on your door, would you let them walk into your house without verifying who they are?  Of course not. Yet that’s exactly how many businesses treat their digital environments by trusting users, devices, and applications without confirming who they are or what they’re doing.  Trust is a privilege and a vulnerability.   […]

Century Business Products has been a Kyocera Premier Dealer and an Elite Servicing Dealer since the inception of the awards. We’re excited to be recognized as a Kyocera Platinum Partner for yet another year! Being a Platinum Partner means Century has provided excellence in customer service, attained Kyocera’s revenue goals, solidified high level training for […]

AI-powered tools have become essential in modern workflows, offering automation and convenience. Free AI note-taking apps, in particular, are gaining traction among individuals and businesses looking to simplify documentation. While these free AI tools may seem like a smart shortcut, they often come with hidden risks, especially when it comes to security and compliance.  A […]

In our industry, copier and IT service roles are colliding—they expect IT Support to work on copiers, and copier techs to troubleshoot IT systems. But when specialists are replaced by generalists, is the customer truly getting the support they need? Copier technician and IT support roles vary drastically. Your critical data and technology deserve more than […]

Century & Catalyst recently invited our Solutions Analysts from every office to the Sioux Falls location for a two-day training and development experience.  For training, our Analysts competed against each other to see who knows the products and services we provide the best. Can you guess who won?  Watch the recap video to see our […]

We’re excited to introduce the new TASKalfa MZ7001ci and MZ7001i Series, part of Kyocera’s EvolutionNext Series, a new generation of intelligent multifunction printers (MFPs) designed to go above and beyond. Businesses need more than just a printer; they need a productivity partner. The EvolutionNext Series is your productivity partner.  What’s New?  AI That Works for […]

Imagine This: Your team is preparing for a major client presentation. The Wi-Fi drops. Your files won’t sync. And no one knows who to call or how to fix it. What starts as a tech hiccup quickly becomes a credibility issue.  This kind of disruption isn’t just frustrating—it’s a sign of a deeper problem: missing […]