SHARP Kalmar

What SHARP Kalmar does

SHARP Kalmar (legal entity BKS, Butiks & Kontorsservice AB) is a privately held, authorized SHARP dealer headquartered in Kalmar, Sweden, with a second office and showroom in Oskarshamn. Founded in April 1982, the company has held exclusive responsibility for SHARP sales, service, and support across Kalmar County since 2022, when it expanded from southern Kalmar County to county-wide coverage. It sells and services three product areas: copiers and multifunction printers (BP series, A4 desk models, smart A4 systems, plus the New Life certified pre-owned program); POS and cash register systems (SHARP Pay, SHARP Pay Mobile, Easy Mobile, SHARP Easy, SHARP Start, and PC-kassa) with Swish QR and card-terminal integrations; and professional display solutions (digital signage, meeting room displays, and interactive touchscreens with pen-on-paper technology). The company supports its installations through service agreements (per-page/usage-based billing), remote support via TeamViewer, and on-site technicians.

The business operates a consultative, sales-led go-to-market targeting SMB offices, retail stores, restaurants, and conference-room users in Kalmar County. Hardware sales generate the primary revenue stream, supplemented by recurring service agreements, card-terminal/acquiring revenue from Worldline partnerships, and POS-to-accounting integrations with Fortnox, Visma, and Björn Lundén. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with a stated emphasis on transparent cost-per-page calculations. Distribution is direct (field sales from the Kalmar HQ and the Oskarshamn office), supported by a website, local sports sponsorships (FBC, Nybro Vikings, Kalmar FF) and a charity partnership with Stadsmission. Ownership is concentrated in co-owners Peter Kärredal (CEO) and Karolina Kärredal (Finance), with no disclosed external investors or parent company.

Name

SHARP Kalmar

Legal name

BKS, Butiks & Kontorsservice AB

Website

https://sharpkalmar.se

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SHARP Kalmar (BKS, Butiks & Kontorsservice AB) is an authorized SHARP dealer in Kalmar County, Sweden, selling and servicing copiers/MFPs, POS/cash register systems, and professional displays to local SMB offices, retailers, and restaurants across two offices (Kalmar HQ and Oskarshamn).

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Office Equipment

NAICS

Office Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (42342), Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers (42343)

SIC

Wholesale-Computers & Peripheral Equipment & Software (5045)

akta.pro primary industry

Restaurant Technology Supplies (POS Hardware, Kiosks) Wholesale (AFAIALAM)

Keywords

• Office equipment dealer
• Multifunction printers
• Point of sale systems
• Digital signage solutions
• Professional display solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Kalmar

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Copier & Printer Sales with Service Agreements: Sales of SHARP MFP systems, printers, and scanners with optional service agreements covering maintenance and toner supply. Customers pay per-page or flat-rate service fees.
2. POS System Sales and Support: Sales of cash register systems including mobile POS (SHARP Pay mobile, Easy mobile), basic tablet-based systems (SHARP Easy, Start), and advanced PC-based systems. Additional revenue from service, support, and card terminal services.
3. Professional Display Solutions: Sales of professional screens for digital signage, video conferencing, and interactive touchscreens. Includes cloud services, software, and accessories for complete solutions.
4. Card Terminal Services: Card terminals and acquiring agreements through Worldline. They offer comparison calculations for acquiring agreements and short-term terminal rentals.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

SHARP Kalmar is the authorized regional SHARP dealer for Kalmar County in Sweden, selling and servicing three core product lines: SHARP multifunction copiers and printers (BP-series, A4 desk models, smart A4 systems, and New Life certified pre-owned machines), SHARP POS and cash register systems (from SHARP Easy/Start tablet units to advanced PC-kassa and SHARP Pay Mobile solutions), and professional display solutions (digital signage, meeting room screens, and interactive touch displays). The company bundles hardware sales with per-page service agreements, remote TeamViewer support, payment terminals via Worldline, and integrations with Fortnox, Visma, and Björn Lundén accounting systems.

Product overview

SHARP Kalmar (BKS, Butiks & Kontorsservice AB) operates as a regional SHARP dealer for Kalmar County, offering three interconnected product areas: copiers/printers/scanners, POS/cash register systems, and professional display solutions. The copier portfolio spans A4 desk models, smart A4 systems, and A4/A3 multifunction devices (BP series), complemented by the New Life certified pre-owned program. The POS lineup ranges from basic 10-inch tablet systems (SHARP Easy/Start) to advanced PC-kassa and mobile solutions (SHARP Pay Mobile/Easy Mobile), all integrating with payment terminals (Worldline/Nets/Verifone) and accounting platforms (Fortnox/Visma/Björn Lundén). Display solutions include digital signage screens, meeting room displays compatible with Teams/Zoom, and interactive touch screens. A service and support infrastructure—including remote assistance via TeamViewer and service agreements—ties the entire portfolio together, providing customers with complete solutions from sales through ongoing maintenance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SHARP BP-series Multifunction Copiers/Printers Professional multifunction printers (MFP) and copiers in the SHARP BP series, available in A4 and A4/A3 configurations. Features include automatic toner ordering, finishing accessories (stapling, hole punching, saddle stitching, folding), secure printing with optional Bitdefender antivirus software, and high or extra-high security options. Target users are offices and businesses that need secure, high-volume document management.
• SHARP A4 Desk Models Compact A4 desktop SHARP printers and MFPs (with copying and scanning capability), available in black-and-white and color variants. Designed for long lifespan and low operating costs, these are aimed at small offices and individual workgroups needing reliable everyday document output without a large footprint.
• SHARP Smart A4 Systems Larger A4 SHARP systems with similar appearance and functionality to A4/A3 systems but with a smaller footprint and lower cost. They offer lower print costs than desk models, can be equipped with additional paper cassettes, and some models feature dual-sided scanning in a single pass — a step-up option for offices that outgrow desktop units but do not require full A3 output.
• New Life Certified Refurbished Copiers/Printers Certified pre-owned SHARP copiers and printers reconditioned by trained technicians through the New Life multi-lifecycle program. First-owner machines are used 3-5 years, then refurbished by trained technicians and sold as certified New Life units for an additional 3-4 years, with potential further resale or parts recycling to secondary markets in Eastern/Southeastern Europe. Targeted at cost-sensitive offices seeking SHARP quality at lower acquisition cost with a sustainability angle.
• SHARP Pay Advanced POS System Advanced SHARP POS system with inventory management, invoicing, and advanced functionality for businesses needing multiple registers in the same network or multiple stores connected in a single system. Targeted at retail and restaurant operations with multi-location or multi-checkout complexity.
• SHARP Pay Mobile POS Compact and mobile SHARP POS system with integrated card terminal, receipt printer, and cloud-based control unit. Fits in a pocket and can be combined with stationary cash registers and self-checkout systems — suited to pop-ups, table-side ordering, and mobile sales environments.
• SHARP Easy POS (10-inch tablet) Entry-level SHARP POS system with basic functions on a 10-inch tablet. Can be connected with card terminals from Worldline, Nets, or Verifone and used with larger 15.6-inch PC cash registers. Designed as a low-friction starter POS for small retailers and cafes.
• SHARP Start Basic POS (10-inch tablet) Basic SHARP POS system with essential functions on a 10-inch tablet, connected to card terminals for fast and efficient payment processing. Can also be upgraded to larger 15.6-inch PC cash registers. Targeted at micro-retailers seeking a minimal, fast-to-deploy checkout.
• PC-kassa Advanced PC-based Cash Register Advanced PC-based SHARP cash register system with a larger 15.6-inch screen, suitable for businesses with advanced needs, multiple registers in the same network, or multiple stores requiring unified system management.
• SHARP Digital Signage Displays Professional SHARP screens for digital signage with cloud service, capable of displaying campaigns, offers, menus, and other content 24/7. Designed for retail stores, restaurants, and offices that need reliable always-on visual communications.
• SHARP Meeting Room Displays Professional SHARP screens for online meetings with high-quality audio and video. Compatible with Teams, Skype, Zoom, Google Meet, and other webinar platforms, and offered as complete solutions with room booking through Office 365.
• SHARP Interactive Touch Screens Professional SHARP interactive touch screens with 'pen on paper' technology providing a natural writing experience, featuring 20-point multitouch with zoom and swipe gestures similar to tablets. Suited to collaborative meeting rooms, classrooms, and presentation environments.
• Card Terminals and Acquiring Services (Worldline) Modern payment terminals available as cash-register-connected, mobile, and short-term rental options. Provided through Worldline with merchant agreements and competitive settlement-pricing calculations versus existing arrangements. Short-term rental is available for seasonal or temporary needs.
• Copier & Printer Service Agreements Service contracts for SHARP copiers and printers providing maintenance, support, and cost-effective per-page pricing. Customers pay for actual toner consumption rather than fixed costs, with high-capacity toner options and cost-per-page analysis to support budgeting.
• TeamViewer-based Remote Support Service Remote support service delivered via TeamViewer, providing secure and fast direct assistance to customers without the need for on-site travel. Technicians can switch between customer computers at different locations within seconds, reducing response time and environmental impact.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• WorldlinecoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of card terminals and acquiring agreements for POS systems. Offers card-terminal-connected and mobile terminals as well as short-term rental agreements. They provide comparison calculations for acquiring agreements against existing arrangements.
• FortnoxcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration partner for accounting/economic system. Enables automatic SIE-file transmission or full automation of daily cash reconciliation. Also supports order/factura sync for further handling in Fortnox.
• VismacoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration partner for accounting/economic system. Supports automated bookkeeping through POS system integration.
• Björn LundéncoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration partner for accounting/economic system. Supports automated bookkeeping through POS system integration.
• TeamViewercoreTechnology or IntegrationRemote support software provider used by SHARP Kalmar for secure and fast customer assistance without travel, reducing carbon emissions.
• SHARPflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized SHARP dealer responsible for sales, service, and support in entire Kalmar County. Exclusive regional representative for SHARP products including copiers, printers, POS systems, and professional displays.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Atea AB: Atea is a leading Nordic IT infrastructure and services provider offering hardware, software, and managed services. Larger scale, broader portfolio including office equipment and document management.
• Lyreco: Lyreco is a major European office supplies and equipment distributor operating across multiple countries. Larger scale, broader product portfolio including office supplies and equipment for B2B customers.
• ALSO Group: ALSO is a major European IT distributor offering hardware, software, and IT services. Indirect competitor in IT distribution and reseller markets, with much broader scale and product range.
• Dustin AB: Dustin is a large Nordic IT and office equipment retailer/distributor offering IT hardware, software, and services across the region. Larger scale and broader portfolio, but competes in the same office equipment and IT reseller space.
• SHARP Electronics Nordic: SHARP's regional corporate entity serving Nordic markets. Parent brand that authorizes SHARP Kalmar as a dealer; broader product portfolio and regional corporate structure.

Direct peers

• Xerox Sverige: Xerox Sweden is a major office equipment manufacturer and dealer offering printers, copiers, and managed print services. Direct competitor in office equipment wholesale and managed services.
• Konica Minolta Business Solutions Sweden: Konica Minolta Sweden sells office printing equipment, multifunction printers, document management solutions, and managed print services in Sweden. Direct competitor in the same product categories with hardware sales and recurring service agreements.
• Ricoh Sverige: Ricoh Sweden offers office printing, document management, and managed print services through direct sales and dealer networks. Direct competitor in the same product category with similar B2B distribution model and service contracts.
• Canon Svenska: Canon Sweden sells office printing hardware, multifunction printers, and document management solutions to businesses. Direct competitor in the same product category with overlapping customer base.
• HP Sverige: HP Sweden sells office printing hardware, multifunction printers, and enterprise print solutions via partner networks. Direct competitor in the office printing market with comparable B2B channel structure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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