Social media use remains extremely high. Back in 2019, industry voices were already asking whether a ‘digital backlash’ was on the horizon as people began to question the impact of constant screens and social media on their own lives and their children’s education. Six years later, the picture is clearer: a mass exodus from social media or digital tools has not been seen. However, there is a growing movement to establish healthier boundaries, especially in schools, and a renewed appreciation for the unique benefits of print on paper. At [...]

In an uncertain economic landscape, there is a compelling argument for sitting tight with the assets one has. However, the market isn’t just uncertain, but it is also changing rapidly, and with these changes come opportunities. Focus Label Machinery discusses whether investing in a new label printing press, which requires a large capital investment, is worth the money. The global label printing market is projected to reach over US$53 billion (about R900 billion) in value by the end of 2025, representing a compound annual growth rate of 4.09%. The [...]

Poonam Harry is the Director of Harry’s Printers, a company with a 96-year history. She discusses the key to business longevity, how to keep your team inspired, as well as prioritising mental well-being in the workplace. How do you stay motivated in the workplace? I ensure that I always remember my ‘why’: the reason for doing what I do. In being able to uplift, inspire and impact the lives around me, from the team I lead to the customers and community we serve, I realise that my job is [...]