A digital dilemma
Should you run digital finishing inline or offline, and does near-line offer the best of both worlds? Peter Kohn investigates.
A family man on a mission
The joint director of Rawson Graphics is out to prove that smaller printers can think big, says Henry Mendelson.
Chinese charge to be top of the pile in paper
As European paper-making continues to falter, the Asian superpower is growing capacity at a great rate.
Digital on the up but there’s life left in litho
Despite a digital president at Ipex and Heidelberg’s digital plans, KBA’s investment shows faith in litho.
Fighting extinction
CTP and DTP have sent many repro houses the way of the dodo and the dinosaur. Those that remain are seeking out new models, explains Peter Kohn.
Historic firm with focus on the future
From its early beginnings in regional newspapers to its recent track record of acquisitions, the Sydney-based printer has had an ambitious but sensible approach to growth. By Steve Crowe
If you need to make an impact, print works
The industry must stand together to get the message out there that print is a crucial part of the media mix.
Keep print green upfront
New plate technologies mean the pre-press department has never been more sustainable, though questions over cost and performance remain, according to Steve Crowe.
Lifting the trophy for South African outdoor
With the eyes of the world upon it, the tournament’s host nation was draped in glorious grand-format.
Optimus Dash
This MIS aims to meet the increasingly diverse needs of multiservice print companies, discovers Barney Cox
Post price rises dampen spirits
Pundits have predicted that hikes will cause a flood of users away from mail and toward rival electronic delivery channels, but is it just a storm in a teacup?
Should you roll out the red carpet?
There’s no absolute right or wrong way to treat your customers. But a good rule would be service, service, service when the price is right, and learning to say no when it isn’t, reports Leon Gettler.
Smarter shopping
You don’t want to bust the budget in pre-press purchasing, but while cheap and cheerful plates can carry the lowest price tag, there’s more to consider than just cost. By Steve Crowe.
What is holding back the inkjet revolution?
The equipment is ready to go, the market is prepped, but we’re still waiting for hard and fast data on costs.