What Lapp does

Lapp GmbH & Co. KG is a privately held German Xerox Platinum Partner (GmbH & Co. KG structure) headquartered in Freiburg with a secondary listing in Lörrach, operating six offices across Germany. The company distributes and services the full Xerox portfolio — office printers, multifunction devices, production digital presses including the Iridesse and Versant lines, and AltaLink/VersaLink ConnectKey-enabled systems — combined with its own document management offering (envisia finder), Xerox DocuShare, Workflow Central cloud platform, Managed Print Services (MPS/XPPS), and leasing/financing options. The company holds Advanced Production Partner status and is one of only two Xerox partners in the DACH region to achieve Platinum tier.

The business serves both small and medium businesses and large international corporations, with documented enterprise customers across manufacturing (Oetiker, Nederman, KRÖNEN), healthcare (Varisano Kliniken with a 700+ device mega-deployment, Diakonie Kork), commercial print (Omniprint), automotive retail, municipalities (Gemeinde Grenzach-Wyhlen), and education. Revenue mechanics span hardware sales, recurring consumables, MPS contracts (cost-per-page or fixed monthly), software subscriptions (Workflow Central, DocuShare), professional services, and equipment leasing — yielding a hybrid transactional/recurring mix. GTM combines direct field sales with regional account managers, showrooms for production printing demonstrations, and channel-partner-led deployments for large rollouts (e.g., collaboration with BV-comOffice on the Varisano deployment).

Lapp has pursued an active roll-up strategy, acquiring Kühn OHG in 2021, DocuServe in September 2025, and Bloss GmbH effective January 2026, progressively extending its footprint from southern Baden-Württemberg to national German coverage plus cross-border service across 10 European countries. The company's AI exposure is indirect, derived entirely from Xerox products (AltaLink 8200 AI-enabled MFPs, Workflow Central, ConnectKey apps, CareAR augmented-reality support) rather than from proprietary AI development.

Name

Lapp

Legal name

Lapp GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://lapp-solutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lapp GmbH & Co. KG is a German Xerox Platinum Partner distributing office and production printing systems, Managed Print Services, and document management solutions to SMBs and large enterprises across Germany and 10 European countries, operating six offices post-acquisitions of Kühn, DocuServe, and Bloss.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Office Printing and Document Management Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Office Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (53242)

SIC

Computer & Office Equipment (3570)

akta.pro primary industry

Endpoint & Mobile Asset Management (UEM/MDM Asset Controls) (BPAEAOAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

End-User Computing Outsourcing (EUC / Desktop Services) (BPAEAMAE)

Keywords

• Managed print services
• Office printing equipment
• Production digital press
• Document management systems
• Multifunction printer distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Lörrach

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of Xerox office printers, multifunction devices, and production digital printing systems including Versant, AltaLink, PrimeLink, and VersaLink series
2. Consumables and Supplies: Toner, supplies, and consumables for the installed printer fleet
3. Managed Print Services: Ongoing managed print service contracts providing fleet management, proactive support, and cost-per-page billing
4. Software Solutions: Document management systems (envisia finder, DocuShare), workflow automation (Workflow Central), and software integration services
5. Leasing and Financing: Financing solutions for printer fleets, offering leasing options for Xerox equipment acquisition
6. Professional Services: Implementation, consultation, training, and support services including first-level helpdesk for MPS inquiries

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Lapp GmbH & Co. KG is a Xerox Platinum Partner that resells, deploys, and services the full Xerox document technology portfolio across the DACH region. Core offerings include Xerox office printers, multifunction devices (VersaLink and AltaLink series), and production digital presses (Iridesse, Versant, PrimeLink, iGen 5, Nuvera) bundled with Managed Print Services (MPS/XPPS), document management systems (envisia finder, Xerox DocuShare), workflow automation (Xerox Workflow Central, ConnectKey apps, Workplace Suite), CareAR remote support, and equipment leasing.

Product overview

Lapp GmbH & Co. KG is a Xerox Platinum Partner offering a comprehensive document processing ecosystem combining Xerox hardware with proprietary and partner software solutions. The portfolio centers on three hardware categories: Office Printers (including VersaLink series), Multifunction Devices (including AltaLink C8100/8200 series with AI capabilities), and Production Digital Press Systems (including Iridesse, Versant, PrimeLink, iGen 5, and Nuvera series). These are complemented by Lapp's managed services layer including Managed Print Services (MPS), document management systems (envisia finder and Xerox DocuShare), and workflow solutions (Xerox Workflow Central, Xerox ConnectKey platform, Workplace Suite). The company also provides CareAR augmented reality support, leasing/financing options, and a wide range of workflow apps through the Xerox App Gallery for document conversion, translation, audio creation, and process automation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Xerox Office Printers Compact single-function office printers from the Xerox portfolio, including VersaLink monochrome and color series, designed for everyday office document printing with mobile and WiFi connectivity and modern security features. Targeted at small, medium, and large workgroups across B2B customers.
• Xerox Multifunction Devices (All-in-One Printers) Multifunction printers (MFD/All-in-One) acting as intelligent workplace assistants with tablet-like touchscreens, copy/print/scan/fax/email, modern security, and ConnectKey apps. For medium and large workgroups needing consolidated document processing.
• Xerox Production and Digital Press Systems High-volume production digital printing presses including the Xerox Iridesse (with FLX-color technology and CMYK+ specialty toners such as gold, silver, white, transparent and fluorescent), Versant series, PrimeLink series, iGen 5 and Nuvera series. For commercial printers, agencies, and in-house marketing departments with high productivity, specialty effects, and finishing needs.
• Managed Print Services (MPS / XPPS) Subscription-style Managed Print Services contract bundle covering full print infrastructure: proactive support, fleet monitoring, supplies delivery, device standardization, and cost-per-page or fixed-fee billing. Available cross-border for international deployments.
• envisia finder Document Management System Compact Document Management System (DMS) provided in partnership with envisia for digital archiving and digitization of routine processes, featuring full-text search across complete project workflows including quotes, order confirmations, delivery notes, shipping documents, and invoices.
• Xerox DocuShare Xerox enterprise content management platform providing intelligent document distribution, digital archiving, and content management for organizations needing compliant records handling.
• Xerox Workflow Central Cloud-based workflow platform that converts physical and digital documents, photos, and images into editable formats; supports translation across 50+ languages, text-to-audio conversion, and data conversion tasks, accessible from any internet-enabled mobile device or PC.
• Xerox Proficio Production Series Newly launched (April 2026) Xerox digital production printing system featuring maximum performance capability, higher productivity, outstanding print quality, and economical processes for high-volume production print environments.
• Leasing and Financing for Printer Fleets Leasing and financing solutions for Xerox printer fleets, allowing customers to acquire equipment through flexible payment arrangements via partner financing relationships.
• Consumables and Toner Supplies Toner, consumables, and supplies for the installed Xerox printer fleet, supported by the Xerox Supplies Tracker App for AltaLink and VersaLink devices.
• CareAR Augmented Reality Support Augmented-reality remote support platform that lets Lapp technicians deliver real-time visual guidance for field service, customer service, and IT service management, integrating with CRM/FSM/ITSM systems.
• Xerox AltaLink 8200 Series with AI Technology Latest-generation Xerox AltaLink multifunction printer series with AI-powered technology that automates repetitive and complex document tasks and adapts to changing workplace requirements in businesses.

Quantifiable outcome

• IT personnel time reduced from full-time to approximately 4 hours per month for municipal printing management
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability9 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Xerox CorporationflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026Xerox Platinum Partner status (highest tier) with Advanced Production Partner designation. Only two Xerox partners in German-speaking region achieved Platinum status. Partnership includes comprehensive product portfolio, co-marketing support, technical training, and priority access to Xerox resources and support.
• Bloss GmbH & Co. KGcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Bloss, a Xerox contract partner in northern Germany, acquired effective January 1, 2026. The acquisition expands Lapp's presence in northern Germany (Seevetal location) and strengthens production printing and MPS capabilities.
• DocuServe Vertriebs-GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 September 2025DocuServe from Augsburg acquired September 2025, bundling capabilities of two established Xerox partners and enabling more comprehensive service for customers in Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria.
• BV-comOfficeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIT partner collaborating with Lapp on large-scale deployments including the Varisano clinic implementation with 700+ Xerox systems across three hospitals.
• EnvisiacoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for envisia finder compact document management system, combining Lapp's hardware and service capabilities with Envisia software for digital archiving and process digitization.
• SpVgg Gundelfingen-WildtalminorOthersLocal sports sponsorship as part of regional community engagement, demonstrating commitment to the Freiburg region.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• DocuWare: Independent document management and workflow automation vendor widely used in DACH. DocuWare competes directly with Lapp's envisia finder and Xerox DocuShare offerings for the same enterprise DMS buyer, often alongside competing printer OEMs.
• ELO Digital Office: German enterprise content management / DMS vendor. Comparable to Lapp's envisia finder and DocuShare reselling line for the document management and archiving layer of enterprise deals, especially in regulated and government verticals.

Direct peers

• Konica Minolta Business Solutions Deutschland: Direct competitor offering office MFPs, production printing press, and managed print services in the same DACH market. Konica Minolta combines OEM hardware with vertical-specific document workflow solutions that overlap Lapp's Xerox ConnectKey / Workflow Central stack.
• TA Triumph-Adler / KYOCERA: Long-standing German office-equipment specialist under Kyocera ownership. TA Triumph-Adler sells printers, MFPs, and managed document services to a comparable SMB and mid-market customer base in DACH — historically one of Lapp's most direct head-to-head competitors.
• Bechtle AG: Germany's largest IT systems house and a major office-equipment/managed-services VAR. Bechtle is the closest direct peer — operating a regional branch network across Germany with enterprise sales, MPS, document management, and IT services comparable to Lapp's, but at significantly larger scale.
• Ratiodata: German managed print services and document digitization specialist serving mid-market and enterprise customers. Operates comparable end-to-end MPS, scanning, and document workflow offerings, making it one of Lapp's most direct MPS-focused competitors.
• Ricoh Deutschland: Major office and production-printing OEM with an established German direct and channel presence. Ricoh competes head-to-head with Lapp for MPS contracts, production print deals, and enterprise workflow digitization programs across DACH.
• Canon Deutschland: Direct competitor in office MFPs, production printing (imagePRESS), and document services. Canon operates both direct enterprise sales and a partner channel that overlaps with Lapp's SMB-to-enterprise customer set.

Broad incumbents

• Kyocera Document Solutions: Global OEM with a strong ECOSYS printer/MFP portfolio and managed document services. Comparable to Lapp's product breadth from a hardware standpoint, though typically competes via a partner channel rather than direct managed services at Lapp's scale.
• HP Deutschland: Largest office-printer OEM globally and an increasing direct provider of managed print and digital workflow services. HP's move toward direct enterprise sales encroaches on Lapp's traditional channel-partner value proposition in the DACH region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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