Hot Industry Issues

Discover professional opinions and insights on the latest trends capturing attention from the global printing industry and the diverse perspectives on current hot issues that resonate with manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and buyers worldwide. Just stay informed and navigate the dynamic landscape of industry trends with our curated analysis.
Winning the War That Has to be Won

Winning the War that has to be Won

Javier Martinez is calling for mandatory rulings on cartridges and printers in Europe so consumers know how to choose what's best for the environment.
Selling the Benefits of Reman to Consumers

Selling the Benefits of Reman to Consumers

Over the last 30 years, selling the benefit of reman has gone full circle: from offering a green alternative to price-only and back to being the greener choice.
New Opportunities to Remanufacture New-Build Cartridges Stuart Lacey Coenie Greyling

New Opportunities to Remanufacture New-Build Cartridges

Markets are turning their backs on cheap, low-quality products and are demanding locally manufactured, quality solutions that meet expectations.
Supply Chains and Market Integration

Supply Chains and Market Integration

Industry veteran Graham Galliford reveals how companies like Ninestar, Dinglong, Color Imaging, Print-Rite and Clover have advanced using vertical and horizontal integration strategies.
A Call for Leadership —we already have many leaders

A Call for Leadership —we already have many leaders

According to Brad Roderick, our customers, employees, families, and the gang down at the donut shop are all looking for one thing—real leadership that can begin with a vision.
On How To Get Started in Importing and Exporting

On How To Get Started in Importing and Exporting

Importing and exporting does not have to be difficult and it could become a great add on business, not just for yourself, but for others in other industries as well.
Automation: to be or not to be?

Automation: to be or not to be?

In some instances, integrating people with machines may provide higher efficiencies, more stable and higher production levels and a solid ROI than a fully-automated line.

Feeling Disrupted? There’s More Ahead

If you feel impacted by the pandemic, hold onto your seats because outspoken Ray Stasieczko predicts there is more change ahead, and he has not been wrong before.
Debate: Inkjet is a Better Business Tool

Debate: Inkjet is a Better Business Tool

Inkjet printers are now better suited to serve businesses than laser printers and can satisfy a 3000-pages per month demand.
Debate: Toner & Laser Supplies Will Continue to Dominate

Debate: Toner & Laser Supplies Will Continue to Dominate

The use of toner will continue because of the large number of installed toner-based printers, the higher average monthly print volume and the advantages in hard copy characteristics.

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