Jul 2, 2025
Why Industry Research Belongs at the Heart of Planning For print industry leaders, industry research is no longer a “nice-to-have”—it’s a strategic necessity. Informed decisions begin with understanding market trends, customer needs, and competitor benchmarks. Without...
Jun 24, 2025
Setting the stage for corporate responsibility Corporate social responsibility in printing is no longer a “nice to have.” It’s a business imperative. From environmental expectations to workforce diversity and community involvement, printers today are being measured...
Jun 18, 2025
Meeting today’s needs while planning for tomorrow When staffing challenges arise, printing companies often need fast solutions—but that doesn’t mean they should settle for short-term thinking. Term to permanent placement offers a strategic path forward. It allows...
Jun 9, 2025
Culture Makes or Breaks a Merger When print and packaging companies merge, it’s often the numbers that get the most attention—revenue, costs, and synergies. But once the deal is signed, a different challenge emerges: bringing people, processes, and work cultures...
Jun 2, 2025
In mid-2024, Connecting for Results (CFR), in collaboration with the Canadian Printing Industries Association (CPIA), conducted a national survey of commercial printers across Canada. The research was prompted by widespread reports from Canadian printers of stalled or...
May 26, 2025
Why mentorship matters in today’s print industry In a dynamic and evolving industry, the value of mentorship cannot be overstated. For professionals with years of experience in the printing and graphic communications field, mentoring is a powerful way to give back—by...
