2023 Industry Survey

2023 Industry Survey

Dear Print Service Provider, Do you want to gain the latest insights into what others are doing in the industry to thrive and prosper in this challenging time? Are they really doing well or just holding on? We invite you to take part in this timely industry survey....
How are you Approaching Diversity in December?

How are you Approaching Diversity in December?

Have you noticed any changes to the ads on your devices lately? Or the use of different pronouns people include under their names on LinkedIn, Zoom, and email signatures to describe themselves (She/Her, He/Him, They/Them)? The above image speaks to many of these...
Dealing with Inflation

Dealing with Inflation

Pricing and cost considerations for the new year   A thoughtful reader challenged a comment made in my May/June column, “Paper supply: Crisis or Opportunity?” We discussed price increases, with the comment that certain cost increases cannot be passed on to...
Business Lessons from an Inuit Co-op

Business Lessons from an Inuit Co-op

On a recent visit to Nunavut, the author learns of a unique printing technique Lifelong learning is a necessary activity for all members of the printing industry to remain successful. I recently learned about a different printing technique that has been part of...
Your Company Culture – Crisp and Clear or …?

Your Company Culture – Crisp and Clear or …?

It’s been almost two and a half years since we raised the topic of company culture. At that time, COVID-19 dominated the news and was probably the most troublesome global industrial issue facing all business leaders including those of us in the graphics arts industry....
How to Make the Most of Trade Shows

How to Make the Most of Trade Shows

Trade shows can be overwhelming with opportunities around every corner.   With the PRINTING United Expo only weeks away, we want to help you make the most of it. To assist you in planning ahead and feeling prepared, we’ve put together some tips on how to optimize...