Meet the Founders:
August 06, 2024 – The birth of CoCoCo
Our Journey
CoCoCo, a pioneering platform in the printing industry, was born out of the combined vision and expertise of three industry leaders: Andreas Aplien, Karl Ciz, and John Maxwell. Having previously worked together at Zaikio, a company dedicated to connecting the printing industry, they brought their collective experience and insights to create CoCoCo. Here’s a look at their journey and how CoCoCo came to be.
How CoCoCo began
In their previous role Andreas, Karl, and John were immersed in the intricate dynamics of the printing sector. The company’s mission to integrate the industry through a unified platform resonated deeply with them, offering invaluable lessons on the challenges and opportunities within the field. Their hands-on involvement in various projects provided them with a profound understanding of the integration requirements and technological advancements needed to drive success in the printing industry.
Andreas Aplien: The Integration Maestro
Andreas Aplien’s extensive experience in sales and management of global integration and Industry 4.0 projects has been instrumental in shaping CoCoCo’s strategic direction. His role as a product manager for software workflow solutions at industry giants like Müller Martini saw him scale the Connex to a worldwide leading post-press automation engine.
Andreas’s deep knowledge of the industry and his consulting expertise in Industry 4.0 and integration drive CoCoCo’s development, ensuring the platform meets the highest standards of innovation and efficiency.
Karl Ciz: The Partnership Guru
Karl Ciz brings a wealth of experience as a Partner Success Manager at Zaikio and Country Manager UnitedPrint, where he facilitated strategic partnerships and managed relationships with various stakeholders in the printing industry. His efforts to integrate printing companies, customers, brand owners, suppliers, and software and machine manufacturers on a unified platform were crucial in his previous role. With a strong background in developing and managing software and web-to-print solutions, as well as overseeing sales channels and customer satisfaction at StoreFeeder (Royal Mail Group), Karl’s expertise in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and business strategies has been vital in driving CoCoCo’s success.
John Maxwell: The Technical Visionary
John Maxwell’s technical leadership and problem-solving abilities have been a cornerstone of CoCoCo’s innovation. As the Division Head at his former company from 2022 to 2024, he provided critical technical direction. Prior to this, John served as the Chief Technology Officer at Music Glue, managing cloud computing, team management, and infrastructure development. With over 20 years of experience, including founding Cloudhaven Ltd and working as a freelance software engineer, John’s expertise in technical leadership and engineering management ensures CoCoCo stays at the forefront of technological advancements in the printing industry.
The Birth of CoCoCo
The idea for CoCoCo emerged from the founders’ shared vision of creating a more connected and efficient printing industry. Their combined experiences and deep understanding of the industry’s needs and technological possibilities led them to develop a platform that offers comprehensive automation and integration solutions. CoCoCo is designed to streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and drive growth for print businesses of all sizes.
Why CoCoCo?
CoCoCo offers customisable automation solutions tailored to each print business’s unique needs, ensuring seamless integration and maximum efficiency. Our platform CoCore connects all aspects of the print process, from order intake to final delivery, providing smooth and efficient operations.
Designed to grow with your business, our scalable technology supports both small print shops and large-scale operations. We offer expert support and training to facilitate a smooth transition to automation. Future-proof solutions keep your business at the cutting edge of the industry, while advanced analytics provide valuable insights for optimising processes and making informed decisions.
Ready When You Are
At CoCoCo, we understand that the decision to embrace automation is significant and might not be the right move for every business at this moment. However, we encourage you to keep an open mind about the future possibilities. Whenever you’re ready to take that step towards automation, CoCoCo will be here, equipped with the expertise and technology to support your journey.
The founders of CoCoCo—Andreas Aplien, Karl Ciz, and John Maxwell, have leveraged their extensive experience and deep industry insights to create a platform that addresses the unique challenges of the printing sector. Their journey from Zaikio to CoCoCo is a testament to their commitment to innovation, passion and excellence. CoCoCo is poised to transform the printing industry, and we are ready to help your business embrace automation and achieve new heights of success whenever you are ready to take that step.
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