"The majority of in-plants today have some type of Web-to-print," noted Jeff Hayes, president of InfoTrends, at the beginning of an IPG webinar earlier this week. And those that don't, he added, "you're likely losing customers or jobs." The webinar was sponsored by Rochester Software Associates and featured two in-plant managers detailing their Web-to-print experiences.
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These days, Web-to-print technology is a necessity for in-plants, yet many are struggling to maximize its benefits. In addition to allowing orders to be accepted online, these systems can help better control total print spending, ensure brand integrity and drive operational success.
PRINT 13 brought more than 600 top suppliers and over 140 product introductions to Chicago in September. Seeing all of them would be a challenge for any in-plant manager. Now, thanks to a free webinar on Tuesday, November 12, managers can find out which of these innovations could impact their business this year.
PRINT 13 was a busy show for in-plant managers, with numerous luncheons, sessions, receptions and other forums designed specifically for them.
PRINT 13 was a busy show, but perhaps no group of printers had a busier time there than in-plant managers. Between the luncheons, sessions, receptions and other forums designed specifically for in-plants, managers were challenged to find time for the show floor itself.
In-plant managers who attended PRINT 13 in Chicago this week may have had a difficult time getting to the show floor with all of the in-plant events taking place.
Insurance is all about planning ahead. As the in-plant for one of the largest health insurers in the United States, Highmark's Corporate Printing Services (CPS) operation recently executed well-planned facilities and technology upgrades that leave it extremely well-positioned for the future.
In-plant Graphics is hosting a free in-plant luncheon on Monday, September 9, at PRINT 13, just for in-plants. IPG Editor Bob Neubauer will offer his thoughts on the in-plant industry and give attendees an opportunity to discuss issues they are facing and services they are adding.
IPG isn't the only one hosting a free lunch for in-plants at PRINT 13. (More info on that here.) The In-plant Printing and Mailing Association is having a free lunch-and-learn session on Tuesday September 10, from 12:15-1:45.
In just 37 days, scores of in-plants will join other printers at the largest U.S. graphic arts event of the year, PRINT 13. To bring those in-plants together, In-plant Graphics is hosting a free in-plant luncheon on Monday, September 9.