PaperStream Series Update Nearly Doubles (1) Document Processing Speed
Introducing enhanced AI-OCR workflows with improved usability.
PFU Limited, a Ricoh company and leader in document scanning solutions, today announced enhancements to its PaperStream series, introducing performance and usability improvements that streamline document digitization workflows.
Performance Enhancements
The update nearly doubles document recognition speed through a streamlined AI data flow and more efficient processing (1). This optimization substantially reduces recognition time for both everyday and high-volume workloads. Even in workflows that process large volumes of documents, such as receipts and purchase orders, the waiting time before reviewing extracted data is further reduced, enabling faster and smoother operations.
Support for longer unstructured documents has also been extended from 43 cm to 84 cm, allowing AI-OCR to process a wider variety of documents, including long receipts and forms containing multiple consecutive statements. This enables more flexible use of AI-OCR across a wider variety of business applications while reducing the need for manual processing.
[Applies to: PaperStream AI]
Improved User Experience
The update also introduces manual trimming on the confirmation screen, allowing users to select and extract the required area. Margins and other unnecessary areas can be removed directly on screen, enabling users to output only the content they need without rescanning the original document or editing it in other software. This also enables more precise OCR zone selection while reducing the time and effort required for image adjustment and saving.
[Applies to: PaperStream Capture Pro/PaperStream Capture Pro Premium]
With these enhancements, PaperStream continues to simplify document digitization by combining faster processing with an improved user experience, helping organizations work more efficiently with less manual effort.
Details of Software
| Product Name | Details | Rollout Date |
|---|---|---|
| PaperStream AI 1.1 | Please refer to the linked page. | Aug. 2nd, 2026 |
| Product Name | Supported Scanners | Rollout Date |
|---|---|---|
| PaperStream Capture Pro 6.1.0 | Please refer to the linked page. | Aug. 4th, 2026 |
| PaperStream Capture Pro Premium 6.1.0 |
- Customers who already have PaperStream Capture Pro (4.X.X) can access the new features by purchasing the new PaperStream Capture Pro (6.1.0) or PaperStream Capture Pro Premium (6.1.0).
- Customers who already have PaperStream Capture Pro (versions later than 5.0.X) can access the new features by downloading the software update program from the relevant fi or SP Series Software Downloads page.
- A valid license for PaperStream Capture Pro or PaperStream Capture Pro Premium in versions later than 6.X is required to use PaperStream AI.
Please visit the following websites to access the available downloads.
fi Series Software Downloads
SP Series Software Downloads
List price and release date
List prices and release schedules vary by region.
PFU Limited was founded in Japan in 1960. Based on the skills acquired through computer development, we develop and supply document imaging related products and services, such as image scanners. We also provide support services for building and operating IT infrastructures that contribute to the safety and security of our customers.
We at PFU will continue to evolve our edge devices to contribute to our customers' business process reforms and Digital Transformation, provide the services that support them, and contribute to the development of a sustainable world.
For more information, please visit https://www.pfu.ricoh.com/global/
About Ricoh
Ricoh is a global integrator in workplace transformation, operating in approximately 200 countries and regions and headquartered in Tokyo. Supporting customers’ value creation, Ricoh offers workplace services and solutions that empower organizations to work smarter through advanced technologies—including AI— together with long-standing expertise rooted in printing. Ricoh also operates commercial and industrial printing businesses and delivers new solutions leveraging inkjet technology. In the financial year ended March 2026, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,608 billion yen (approx. 16.4 billion USD).
For 90 years since our founding, Ricoh has upheld its mission and vision of empowering individuals to find Fulfillment through Work—and that commitment continues today. By understanding and transforming how people work, we unleash their potential and creativity to realize a sustainable future.
For further information, please visit http://www.ricoh.com/
Notes
- (1) Based on verification conducted by PFU using PFU-defined standard forms (printed text and handwritten) scanned at 300 dpi in full colour with PaperStream IP Import. AI-OCR processing time was measured from the start of recognition processing to completion by PaperStream AI.
Tested with PaperStream Capture Pro / Pro Premium running simultaneously on 15 PCs. Average reduction in processing time per sheet vs. PaperStream AI1.0.0, calculated using seconds per sheet:
Printed text: Japanese 40.8%, English 42.7%;
Handwritten text: Japanese 55.5%, English 45.8%.
Trademarks
- - PaperStream is a registered trademark of PFU, Ltd. in Japan.
- - Product names and company names are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the respective companies.
* The information contained in this press release is accurate as of the date of publishing. Please understand that this information is subject to change without notice.
