-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, K9+5PbJ9R6U0KAj0fwBYMkbhJzmhJNZKquVHFtq22sc35AClLH3Zk/J0MB9N5TLQ YY7enLofZpAF4l0dVHV6Zw== 0000003370-04-000113.txt : 20040701 0000003370-04-000113.hdr.sgml : 20040701 20040701131509 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0000003370-04-000113 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 2 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20040630 ITEM INFORMATION: Other events ITEM INFORMATION: Financial statements and exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20040701 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: IKON OFFICE SOLUTIONS INC CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000003370 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: WHOLESALE-COMPUTER & PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE [5045] IRS NUMBER: 230334400 STATE OF INCORPORATION: OH FISCAL YEAR END: 0930 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 001-05964 FILM NUMBER: 04894189 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: PO BOX 834 CITY: VALLEY FORGE STATE: PA ZIP: 19482 BUSINESS PHONE: 6102968000 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: PO BOX 834 CITY: VALLEY FORGE STATE: PA ZIP: 19482 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: ALCO STANDARD CORP DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 19920703 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: ALCO CHEMICAL CORP DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 19680218 8-K 1 form8-k.htm

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) ofThe
Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 30, 2004

IKON Office Solutions, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


         OHIO        
(State or other
jurisdiction of
incorporation)
   File No. 1-5964   
 (Commission File
 Number)
                 
   23-0334400    
 (IRS Employer
 Identification
 Number)

  P.O. Box 834, Valley Forge, Pennsylvania      19482   

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (610) 296-8000

                       Not Applicable                       
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)



Item 5.     Other Events and Regulation FD Disclosure

                  On June 30, 2004, IKON Office Solutions, Inc. (the “Company” or “IKON”) issued a press release announcing the completion of its transaction with GE Commercial Finance (“GE”) relating to its Canadian leasing business. This transaction was contemplated by the Asset Purchase Agreement, dated March 31, 2004, filed on Form 8-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 6, 2004. A copy of this press release is furnished with this report as Exhibit 99.

                 This report includes information which may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to expected proceeds from the transaction; use of proceeds from the transaction; and expected benefits from the transaction. Although IKON believes the expectations contained in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurances that such expectations will prove correct. Such forward-looking statements are based upon management’s current plans or expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to: risks and uncertainties relating to conducting operations in a competitive environment and a changing industry; delays, difficulties, management transitions and employment issues associated with consolidation of, and/or changes in business operations; the implementation, timing and cost of the e-IKON initiative; risks and uncertainties associated with existing or future vendor relationships; and general economic conditions. Certain additional risks and uncertainties are set forth in IKON’s 2003 Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. As a consequence of these and other risks and uncertainties, IKON's current plans, anticipated actions and future financial condition and results may differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements.

Item 7.     Financial Statements, Pro Forma Financial Information and Exhibits

c. The following exhibits are furnished in accordance with the provisions of Item 601 of Regulation S-K:

  (99)    Press Release dated June 30, 2004.


SIGNATURE

        Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

  IKON OFFICE SOLUTIONS, INC.



   By:     /s/ Kathleen M. Burns        
          Kathleen M. Burns
          Vice President and Treasurer

Dated: July 1, 2004

EX-99 2 e99.htm

Exhibit 99

IKON AND GE COMMERCIAL FINANCE COMPLETE TRANSACTION FOR CANADIAN LEASING BUSINESS

Strategic Alliance with GE Expands IKON Financial Services

Valley Forge, Pennsylvania – June 30, 2004 – IKON Office Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:IKN) today announced the completion of its transaction with GE Commercial Finance (“GE”) for its Canadian leasing business, which was announced on March 31, 2004. As part of the transaction, and subject to certain post-closing adjustments, IKON will sell certain assets, and GE will assume certain obligations, relating to IKON’s leasing operations in Canada for approximately CDN$215 million in gross proceeds. IKON has also entered into a Program Agreement with GE Commercial Finance for the funding and servicing of IKON’s lease originations in Canada. A portion of the proceeds from the transaction will be used to pay down the Company’s Canadian lease-supported debt, totaling approximately CDN$85 million.

GE Commercial Finance is now the Company’s preferred lease-financing source in North America, building on the early success of a similar transaction in the U.S. completed earlier this year, and will operate IKON’s lease financing program in the U.S. and Canada under the name IKON Financial ServicesSM. Like the U.S. transaction, IKON will receive an origination fee of three percent on all new lease originations funded by GE in Canada.

“The dedication of a world-class financial services company such as GE Commercial Finance brings great value to IKON, our customers and our shareholders,” stated Matthew J. Espe, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, IKON Office Solutions. “This transaction furthers IKON’s financial flexibility, operating performance, and future growth opportunities as the pre-eminent channel for document management solutions and services in the world. At the same time, IKON customers in Canada will have uninterrupted lease financing within a strong leasing program built on a high quality portfolio, industry-leading financing programs and exceptional customer service.”

About IKON

IKON Office Solutions (www.ikon.com) integrates imaging systems and services that help businesses manage document workflow and increase efficiency. As the world’s largest independent distribution channel for copier and printer technologies, IKON offers best-in-class systems from leading manufacturers such as Canon, Ricoh and HP and service support through its team of 7,000 service professionals worldwide. IKON also represents the industry’s broadest portfolio of document management services: outsourcing and professional services, on-site copy and mailroom management, fleet management, off-site digital printing solutions, and customized workflow and imaging application development, as well as equipment lease financing. With Fiscal 2003 revenues of $4.7 billion, IKON has approximately 600 locations throughout North America and Europe.

About GE Commercial Finance

GE Commercial Finance offers businesses of all sizes an array of financial services and products worldwide. With approximately $217 billion in assets and an expertise in the mid-market segment, GE Commercial Finance provides loans, operating leases, financing programs and innovative structured capital to help customers grow. A wholly owned subsidiary of the General Electric Company, GE Commercial Finance is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, USA. GE (NYSE:GE) is a diversified technology, media and financial services company dedicated to creating products that make life better. From aircraft engines and power generation to financial services, medical imaging, television programming and plastics, GE operates in more than 100 countries and employs more than 300,000 people worldwide. For more information, visit the company’s web site at http://www.ge.com.

This news release includes information which may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to expected proceeds from the transaction; use of proceeds from the transaction; and expected benefits from the transaction. Although IKON believes the expectations contained in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurances that such expectations will prove correct. Such forward-looking statements are based upon management’s current plans or expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to: risks and uncertainties relating to conducting operations in a competitive environment and a changing industry; delays, difficulties, management transitions and employment issues associated with consolidation of, and/or changes in business operations; the implementation, timing and cost of the e-IKON initiative; risks and uncertainties associated with existing or future vendor relationships; and general economic conditions. Certain additional risks and uncertainties are set forth in IKON’s 2003 Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. As a consequence of these and other risks and uncertainties, IKON’s current plans, anticipated actions and future financial condition and results may differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements.

(GIKN)

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