Quadient 100 Years
Explore the decades of Quadient history!
1924
Neopost is born in France as "Agence Havas," investing in the Tiranty patent, which leads to the Type A franking machine to streamline business mail operations. In the UK, Neopost Ltd. is founded to commercialize the Type A and enhance mail management efficiency.
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1924
Neopost is born in France as "Agence Havas," investing in the Tiranty patent, which leads to the Type A franking machine to streamline business mail operations. In the UK, Neopost Ltd. is founded to commercialize the Type A and enhance mail management efficiency.
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Havas registers its company name as "Société des Machines Havas" (SMH) and continues to develop new models, demonstrating a commitment to creating innovative mail solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
1929
Havas registers its company name as "Société des Machines Havas" (SMH) and continues to develop new models, demonstrating a commitment to creating innovative mail solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
1930
Roneo, the company that invented stencil duplicating technology, acquires Neopost, allowing customers to benefit from advanced document management solutions.
1930
Roneo, the company that invented stencil duplicating technology, acquires Neopost, allowing customers to benefit from advanced document management solutions.
1933-1936
In 1933, Carl Friden founds Friden in California, introducing advanced calculating machines that simplify complex tasks for organizations. Friden earns a U.S. government contract for its first calculating machine, validating the company’s precision and reliability in meeting high standards.
1933-1936
In 1933, Carl Friden founds Friden in California, introducing advanced calculating machines that simplify complex tasks for organizations. Friden earns a U.S. government contract for its first calculating machine, validating the company’s precision and reliability in meeting high standards.
1956
With advancements in electronics, Friden shifts to postage meters, launching a metering machine that provides businesses with efficient and accurate mail processing.
1956
With advancements in electronics, Friden shifts to postage meters, launching a metering machine that provides businesses with efficient and accurate mail processing.
1970
Compagnie Générale de l'Electricité (CGE) acquires SMH and SATAS, another postage machine company, providing Neopost access to engineering expertise, enabling the development of more comprehensive solutions.
1970
Compagnie Générale de l'Electricité (CGE) acquires SMH and SATAS, another postage machine company, providing Neopost access to engineering expertise, enabling the development of more comprehensive solutions.
1971
The Roneo Vickers 505A Neopost machine wins the prestigious iF Design Award in the UK, highlighting Neopost’s commitment to quality and user-friendly design.
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1971
The Roneo Vickers 505A Neopost machine wins the prestigious iF Design Award in the UK, highlighting Neopost’s commitment to quality and user-friendly design.
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CGE acquires Friden, expanding Neopost’s ability to innovate for customers in the mailing industry. Neopost introduces the first electronic franking machine, allowing businesses to manage credits remotely, track mail, and maintain compliance effortlessly.
1979
CGE acquires Friden, expanding Neopost’s ability to innovate for customers in the mailing industry. Neopost introduces the first electronic franking machine, allowing businesses to manage credits remotely, track mail, and maintain compliance effortlessly.
1991
Neopost creates the first desktop folder inserter, empowering small businesses to bring document folding in-house, saving time and resources.
1991
Neopost creates the first desktop folder inserter, empowering small businesses to bring document folding in-house, saving time and resources.
1992
Neopost Group is founded in France, accompanied by the launch of its first logo, marking a new era of customer-focused service. Neopost launches the first remote postal meter resetting service in the UK, offering customers the convenience of real-time meter updates without interruptions.
1992
Neopost Group is founded in France, accompanied by the launch of its first logo, marking a new era of customer-focused service. Neopost launches the first remote postal meter resetting service in the UK, offering customers the convenience of real-time meter updates without interruptions.
1998
Neopost targets the small office and home office (SOHO) market with the first USPS-approved PC-based stamp dispenser, allowing users to reset it online, providing self service and flexibility .
1998
Neopost targets the small office and home office (SOHO) market with the first USPS-approved PC-based stamp dispenser, allowing users to reset it online, providing self service and flexibility .
Feb 23, 1999
Through an IPO on the French stock market, Neopost engages employees in its growth, creating a culture dedicated to innovation and customer satisfaction.
Feb 23, 1999
Through an IPO on the French stock market, Neopost engages employees in its growth, creating a culture dedicated to innovation and customer satisfaction.
2000
Leveraging the internet, Neopost introduces online stamp printing and shipping slip storage, simplifying the mailing process for customers.
2000
Leveraging the internet, Neopost introduces online stamp printing and shipping slip storage, simplifying the mailing process for customers.
2002
Neopost acquires Ascom Hasler, enhancing its mail solutions portfolio to offer a broader range of options for businesses.
2002
Neopost acquires Ascom Hasler, enhancing its mail solutions portfolio to offer a broader range of options for businesses.
2005
With the new tagline “We Value Your Mail” and an updated logo, Neopost reaffirms its dedication to delivering reliable and valued mail services.
2005
With the new tagline “We Value Your Mail” and an updated logo, Neopost reaffirms its dedication to delivering reliable and valued mail services.
2005
The IJO 85 inkjet obliteration machine by Neopost wins a significant public tender in France, equipping regional postal centers with automated systems to apply obliteration marks on stamps, expediting a previously tedious and labor-intensive task for postal workers.
2005
The IJO 85 inkjet obliteration machine by Neopost wins a significant public tender in France, equipping regional postal centers with automated systems to apply obliteration marks on stamps, expediting a previously tedious and labor-intensive task for postal workers.
2006
Neopost launches a sustainable development program, implementing eco-design guidelines and WEEE collection, aligning with customers’ environmental values.
2006
Neopost launches a sustainable development program, implementing eco-design guidelines and WEEE collection, aligning with customers’ environmental values.
2008
Neopost ships its first eco-designed product from the Le Lude factory in France, providing customers with greener, more sustainable mailing options.
2008
Neopost ships its first eco-designed product from the Le Lude factory in France, providing customers with greener, more sustainable mailing options.
2009
Neopost integrates eco-design into its marketing for mail solutions, offering customers products that align with sustainable business practices.
2009
Neopost integrates eco-design into its marketing for mail solutions, offering customers products that align with sustainable business practices.
2009
Neopost establishes Neopost ID, a subsidiary delivering advanced tracking solutions with barcode, RFID, and data capture, enabling customers to monitor shipments accurately and effectively.
2009
Neopost establishes Neopost ID, a subsidiary delivering advanced tracking solutions with barcode, RFID, and data capture, enabling customers to monitor shipments accurately and effectively.
2012
Neopost acquires GMC Software, Human Inference, and Satori, strengthening its digital solutions to provide customers with powerful tools for enhanced communication management, data accuracy, and efficient address handling. Neopost introduces a remanufacturing program for franking machines, offering customers sustainable, cost-effective options.
2012
Neopost acquires GMC Software, Human Inference, and Satori, strengthening its digital solutions to provide customers with powerful tools for enhanced communication management, data accuracy, and efficient address handling. Neopost introduces a remanufacturing program for franking machines, offering customers sustainable, cost-effective options.
2014
Neopost partners with GeoPost to launch France’s first parcel locker network under the Packcity brand, providing convenient delivery options across the country.
2014
Neopost partners with GeoPost to launch France’s first parcel locker network under the Packcity brand, providing convenient delivery options across the country.
2015
Neopost refreshes its logo, changes tagline to "Send. Receive. Connect.", solidifying its position as a trusted partner in track and trace solutions for parcel and mail management. With the launch of Neotouch in France, Neopost introduces solutions for on-demand mail distribution, supplier invoice automation, and customer invoice digitization, boosting efficiency for customers.
2015
Neopost refreshes its logo, changes tagline to "Send. Receive. Connect.", solidifying its position as a trusted partner in track and trace solutions for parcel and mail management. With the launch of Neotouch in France, Neopost introduces solutions for on-demand mail distribution, supplier invoice automation, and customer invoice digitization, boosting efficiency for customers.
2016
Neopost implements a responsible procurement policy and a supplier code of conduct, reinforcing ethical standards and reliable sourcing that benefit clients. In partnership with Yamato Transport, Neopost launches a parcel locker network in Japan, offering Japanese customers greater convenience and security for deliveries.
2016
Neopost implements a responsible procurement policy and a supplier code of conduct, reinforcing ethical standards and reliable sourcing that benefit clients. In partnership with Yamato Transport, Neopost launches a parcel locker network in Japan, offering Japanese customers greater convenience and security for deliveries.
2019
Neopost rebrands as Quadient and launches the Back to Growth transformation plan, focusing on customer-driven innovation and expansion.
2019
Neopost rebrands as Quadient and launches the Back to Growth transformation plan, focusing on customer-driven innovation and expansion.
2019
Quadient acquires Parcel Pending, the US leader in residential parcel lockers, enhancing its portfolio with reliable, accessible delivery solutions for American customers.
2019
Quadient acquires Parcel Pending, the US leader in residential parcel lockers, enhancing its portfolio with reliable, accessible delivery solutions for American customers.
2020-2024
Quadient expands its portfolio by acquiring several SaaS companies, including YayPay for accounts receivable automation, Beanworks for accounts payable automation, Daylight Automation for electronic forms, as well as mail and document management solutions supplier, Frama.
2020-2024
Quadient expands its portfolio by acquiring several SaaS companies, including YayPay for accounts receivable automation, Beanworks for accounts payable automation, Daylight Automation for electronic forms, as well as mail and document management solutions supplier, Frama.
