Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept — it is actively reshaping today’s printing industry. According to the new study AI Adoption in the Printing Industry: From Curiosity to Competitive Advantage from Alliance Insights, printers of all sizes are moving past experimentation and seeing measurable results. Drawing on survey data from over 300 print providers in sectors such as commercial printing, packaging, in-plant, signage, graphics, and apparel decoration — along with in-depth interviews with 16 executives — the report highlights how AI is driving efficiency, competitiveness, and growth across the industry.
The study explores why 85% of printers believe AI is essential for staying competitive, how leading companies are applying it in estimating, prepress, marketing, and customer communications, and the most common barriers firms are overcoming. It also identifies the strategies that set AI leaders apart and offers practical recommendations for executives looking to scale adoption with purpose. Whether you are just beginning to explore AI or already piloting tools in your business, this report provides actionable insights and proven examples to help you make smarter, faster decisions. Download your free copy today and discover how AI is shaping the next era of printing.






