Within this context, Littlevoice worked closely with Konica Minolta’s teams in Japan and across Europe, collaborating with the industrial design studio Sabotage Design to explore the next generation of multifunction printer (MFP) experiences. Together we developed a new concept that brings industrial design, digital interfaces, and service thinking into a cohesive product vision.

From the physical form and ergonomics of the device to the touch-based interface and interaction flows, the collaboration refreshed the entire user experience, transforming the printer from a traditional office machine into an intelligent workplace platform connected to the broader edge-to-cloud ecosystem.

A core focus of the design was reducing waste and helping users achieve the best possible print results on the first attempt. Through research and iterative testing, the interface was redesigned to guide people—especially new or infrequent users—through clear, step-by-step choices that explain print settings in simple terms. By making options such as duplex printing, paper selection, and quality settings easier to understand, the system helps users avoid common mistakes, reducing unnecessary paper and ink usage while improving the quality of the final output.

This work spans the full spectrum of product design—from industrial design through UX, interface design, research, and design systems—supporting Konica Minolta’s transformation from a traditional hardware manufacturer into a global provider of intelligent workplace and IT services.