Cost-cutting and diversification were primary responses to our "measures print providers should take in response to the current state of print" discussion. Simplification was not suggested. It means shedding low-profit business lines to focus on higher-profit lines. Many print OEMs and suppliers are doing precisely that. Let's discuss simplificatio...

Debbie offers crucial insights for print executives on managing profit margins amid increasing customer demands for discounts. Her article provides practical advice on setting discount policies and understanding actual costs. Profit fuels your business!

Sid's article reviews how a Customer Survey, honed over decades, created over half a million dollars in new business from existing clients. However, not all clients pursued these opportunities. Sid underscores the value of relationships, noting that the survey results helped a client recover from Chapter 11.

Many of the industry’s major suppliers and providers have recognized that today’s print industry requires proactive measures. Companies like Konica Minolta, Fujifilm, Hunkeler, Muller Martini, and Xerox have reorganized, partnered, or sold off all or parts of their business. What proactive measures should owner-operated print providers be taking? S...

Is your company struggling with mediocre performance? Sid's article can help you discover how a company performance improvement program can help transform your business. Learn to highlight benefits to customers, the community, and your team while celebrating progress.

Were any of your clients impacted by the CrowdStrike disaster? If so, don’t let the crisis go to waste. Becoming proficient in this Chief Executive article’s 8 points can enhance your key clients’ perception of your print company as a trusted partner. This short article can help you use CrowdStrike to strengthen key client relationships for a more...

Our customers don't just need us to print; they need us to be their trusted partners. They need our insights, passion, and knowledge—we are an integral part of their business. Anyone can print on paper; it is time to push the boundaries.

Are you experiencing something that is not right, but you cannot pinpoint it? Try to change your perspective to tackle the issue, you could turn the problem into a rewarding opportunity! When you take the initiative to shift your perspective, you'll see your business in a new light.

In this article, Sid reviews the challenges in organizational execution and improvement. Discover why prioritizing values, effective execution, and continuous improvement are crucial for sustained success in today's competitive landscape.

Debbie discusses how customers often underestimate your work's complexity and reminds you not to downplay your expertise. It looks easy because you're not just good; you're GREAT at what you do. Debbie suggests that it is sometimes a healthy business decision to propose that customers explore other options.