Overcoming Industry Staffing and Labor Shortages in 2023 — and Beyond

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on March 6, 2023, 2:22 pm.

While the pandemic has started to take a back seat and businesses of all types and sizes are ramping back… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Women’s History Month: Terry Monday on Why She Has the ‘Best Job Ever’

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on March 6, 2023, 12:48 pm.

On the fourth episode of the Women’s History Month podcast series on Impressions Exchange, Editorial Director Denise Gustavson speaks with … Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Ricoh Pro VC70000e Inkjet Press Shown for First Time At Innovationdays

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on March 6, 2023, 11:47 am.

Ricoh showed the Pro VC70000e continuous-feed inkjet press for the first time at Hunkeler Innovationdays. In-Plant Impressions Editor Bob Ne… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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BR Printers Announces Acquisition of JP Graphics Inc.

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on March 6, 2023, 11:24 am.

Wisconsin-based JP Graphics Inc. has been acquired by BR Printers. JP Graphics is a manufacturer of custom folding carton packaging… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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The Cost of Doing Nothing in Business Ownership

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on March 6, 2023, 10:37 am.

Have you ever failed to act on something at the right time, and the lesson was severe? If you could… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

HP Announces PageWide Advantage Product Enhancements and Solutions

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 27, 2023, 2:50 pm.

Market-expanding workflow and innovations in automation enhance the HP PageWide Industrial portfolio, driving efficiency up and cost down… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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RRD to Sell Its Canadian Operations to DATA Communications Management Corp.

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 27, 2023, 1:51 pm.

RRD announced that it has entered into a share purchase agreement with DATA Communications Management Corp. (DCM), a provider of… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Modern Litho Announces Newest Executive Appointments

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 27, 2023, 1:43 pm.

Modern Litho, a full-service commercial printer and mailer based in Jefferson City, Missouri, has appointed Jim Tomblinson to the role… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Lithec Installs 50th LithoFlash Unit in North America

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 27, 2023, 1:16 pm.

Lithec is installing its 50th LithoFlash unit in North America in the spring of 2023. This milestone will take place at… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Increase Direct Mail Response with Behavioral Science: Part One

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 27, 2023, 1:01 pm.

Are you ready to skillfully apply the principles of human behavior to your direct mail marketing messages to gain a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Granite Creek Capital Partners Announces Investment in CP Direct

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 20, 2023, 1:45 pm.

Granite Creek Capital Partners, a private investment firm based in Chicago, announced it has made an investment in CP Direct… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Canon Introduces varioPRINT 140 Series QUARTZ Production

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 20, 2023, 1:10 pm.

To help provide reliable monochrome print performance in light-to-mid-volume production printing environments, Canon announced the availabil… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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The Business Owner’s Catch 22

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 20, 2023, 12:35 pm.

Most small business owners complain that they don’t have time to fix the disorder in their business systematically. They know… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Quad to Close Its Merced Retail Insert and Magazine Printing Plant, Impacting 240 Workers

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 20, 2023, 12:20 pm.

The 540,000-sq.-ft. Merced, California, retail advertising insert and magazine printing facility is owned by Quad and will be put up… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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We Might Not Want Your Business

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 20, 2023, 9:52 am.

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A Sales Sign

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 13, 2023, 2:38 pm.

Prospecting is a lot like exercising. All that work feels fruitless, until you get a sign. And that is a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Xerox and Production Print Solutions Announce Distribution Agreement

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 13, 2023, 2:32 pm.

As part of the partnership, Production Print Solutions will sell the complete lines of Primelink, Versant, Iridesse, and Nuvera, as… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Why Compu-Mail Opted for a Fleet of Cut-Sheet Inkjet Printing Presses

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 13, 2023, 11:38 am.

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USPS Reports Q1 Fiscal Year 2023 Results; Includes Marketing Mail Volume Decline

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 13, 2023, 10:50 am.

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Joshua Carruth Promoted to Senior VP, Association at PRINTING United Alliance

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 13, 2023, 10:22 am.

PRINTING United Alliance announces the promotion of apparel industry veteran Josh Carruth to senior VP, Association. Carruth joined the Alli… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Commentary: Welcome to a Better Printing Industry

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 6, 2023, 5:00 pm.

From a couple of recent exchanges with a couple of the PRINTING United Alliance’s subject matter experts, I’ve concluded that… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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JohnsByrne Announces Scent Offering for Use With Packaging and Direct Mail

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 6, 2023, 1:52 pm.

JohnsByrne Company announces its latest innovation — scented print technology. With the power of scent, marketers can create interactive e… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Sandy Alexander Acquires Abbott Communications Group

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 6, 2023, 1:44 pm.

Sandy Alexander, a Snow Peak Capital Portfolio company, announced it has acquired Abbott Communications Group. This is the first strategic… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Rabbit Hole Distillery Discusses Partnership with Independent 2 and Domino Digital Printing

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 6, 2023, 1:35 pm.

Dac Austin, creative director of Rabbit Hole Distillery, discusses the business’ partnership with Independent 2, and the benefits of digital… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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A Secondary Sales Goal

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 6, 2023, 1:12 pm.

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Auction of Long Established, Industry Leading Milwaukee Based Commercial Printer – Feb. 15

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 30, 2023, 5:12 pm.

Featuring: Printers, Plate Setter, Proofers, Bindery Equipment, Mailing, Packaging, Material Handling, Plant Support Equipment and Much More… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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A Look at the Latest State of the Industry Report: What PSPs Need to Know

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 30, 2023, 4:19 pm.

On this episode, we speak with Andy Paparozzi about the latest State of the Industry report. We discuss key aspects affecting the… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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How the Quantum Group Is Addressing Staffing Challenges

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 30, 2023, 2:36 pm.

The COVID pandemic ignited an employee exodus. Though hiring is recovering, PSPs are still concerned about attracting the right talent… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Mimeo Acquires Photobook App Motif from RR Donnelley (RRD)

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 30, 2023, 2:25 pm.

Mimeo has acquired the Motif Photos application and related assets from RRD. Motif and its Mac and iOS applications will… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Early-Bird Registration Opens for Print UV 2023 Conference

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 30, 2023, 2:16 pm.

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Commentary: ePS CONNECT Will Be a Springboard for Success in 2023

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 23, 2023, 1:34 pm.

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Final Countdown to Launch of the ePS CONNECT 2023 User Conference

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 23, 2023, 1:22 pm.

eProductivity Software (ePS) reveals final details as it counts down the final hours before welcoming customers, partners, sponsors, and in… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Komori America Sees Significant Growth in Packaging Sector

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 23, 2023, 1:09 pm.

Komori’s focus on meeting the needs of packaging printers is validated by having more than 50% of press installations during… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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PI 300 Fast-Track Firm: BR Printers Drives Growth Through M&A Activity, Investments

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 23, 2023, 11:15 am.

For BR Printers, the requirement to add equipment and increase capacity has been strong. Through a series of acquisitions, the… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Persevere Despite Difficulty or Delay

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 23, 2023, 10:20 am.

Ever wonder about that guitar behind Bill Farquharson when he delivers his Short Attention Span Sales Tips each Monday? Does… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

The Week that Was (1/9/23)

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 13, 2023, 11:39 am.

On this episode of The Week that Was, LSC Communications announced it will close two Pennsylvania-based facilities; CJK Group acquired Alle… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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2022 Printing Impressions 300

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 12, 2023, 11:00 pm.

The 2022 Printing Impressions 300 ranking of the largest printing companies in the United States and Canada marks the 39th… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Direct Mail Printing Outlook: About Data, Targeting, Triggers

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 12, 2023, 1:45 pm.

Personalized direct mail continues to be a powerful medium for brands and businesses of all shapes and sizes to convey… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Hunkeler Innovationdays 2023 Dates Announced

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 12, 2023, 1:11 pm.

Hunkeler Innovationdays 2023 will take place from Feb. 27 – March 2 at the exhibition center in Lucerne, Switzerland. This… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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PGSF Now Accepting Scholarship Applications for 2023-2024 Academic Year

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 12, 2023, 1:01 pm.

The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2023–2024 academic year. The annual… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

LSC Communications to Close Two Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Printing Plants, Impacting 656 Workers

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 9, 2023, 1:29 pm.

LSC Communications intends to close both its Lancaster (Pennsylvania) East and Lancaster West long-run catalog and magazine printing plants … Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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RMX Network Announces Board of Directors for 2023

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 9, 2023, 1:24 pm.

Each year, RMX Network selects partner company professionals to help guide the organization toward excellence. The company’s 2023 board of… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Target Report: Private Equity Feeds Industry Growth

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 9, 2023, 1:23 pm.

Not a month goes by in which private equity does not have a significant impact on the printing, packaging, and… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Million Dollar Mindset: Green Eggs and Ham

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 9, 2023, 1:22 pm.

The famous children’s story by Dr. Seuss, “Green Eggs and Ham,” depicts how difficult it can be to leave our… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Seven Reasons to Systematize a Printing Business

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 9, 2023, 1:21 pm.

Systemizing your printing business? While it may sound intimidating, it’s not. With today’s tools, you don’t have to reinvent the… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Sheridan Invests in Its Employees with Launch of Sheridan Academy

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 22, 2022, 12:36 pm.

Sheridan has announced the development and implementation of Sheridan Academy, a proprietary training program structured to support and sust… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Why Using Scent Can Save You 5% on Postage in 2023

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 22, 2022, 12:04 pm.

Marketers can use the sense of smell to influence emotion and purchase intent. In 2023, the USPS is offering a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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This No. 1 Problem for Salespeople Will Surprise You

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 22, 2022, 11:40 am.

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The Week that Was (Bloopers Edition)

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 22, 2022, 11:28 am.

This year, we are changing up our last edition of The Week that Was for the year. Rather than bring… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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The Best Way to Praise Team Members

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 22, 2022, 10:47 am.

There is a fair amount of discussion these days on the challenge of employee engagement. And while there are many… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.