The FP&M SETA, in partnership with Printing SA, has compiled a questionnaire with industry stakeholders to help determine and verify the current composition of the printing and packaging industry. This information gathering is the first stage of a broader vision to establish an industry strategy that would result in sustainable industry growth and competitiveness. In […]
James de Waal, head of marketing, business imaging group, Canon South Africa, discusses how digital print technology is enabling publishers to turn a new page and drive customer-orientated innovation that will stimulate sustained commercial growth. There is mounting evidence that the long-predicted demise of the printed book in the face of new digital alternatives has […]
Domed labels are printed on adhesive paper and then cut according to personalised shape and size. A small quantity of resin is applied on them and once the resin becomes hard, a three-dimensional final effect is guaranteed. So if you want to boost your image and catch the attention of the crowd, you need to […]
Common inaccuracies about print and paper are still a major issue for the industry. These misconceptions are further reinforced by financial organisations, utility companies and many other service providers, as they increasingly encourage their customers to switch to electronic bills and statements. Instead of focusing on the potential cost savings of digital, often the incentive […]
The print industry is faced with enormous structural change ranging from consolidation, an assault from digital media, constant downward price pressures and challenging customer demands. These insights were revealed at the Konica Minolta User Community Prokom Conference 2019, which was held over two days in Valencia, Spain from 5-6 June. It focused on the traits […]
Registrations are open for the Africa Print expo, being held at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg from 11-13 September. The event is co-located with Sign Africa, FESPA Africa, Africa LED and Modern Marketing. The Africa Print event is a platform for visitors to get their fingers on the pulse of this vibrant, ever-evolving industry. The expo […]
According to Leon Minnie, manager of production print for Konica Minolta South Africa, there is a new sense of optimism among print service providers. The 2018 drupa Global Trends Report found that 91% of printers in 2017 considered their economic state to be good or satisfactory. Despite its obituary having been written many times, print […]
James de Waal, head of Marketing Business Imaging Group, Canon South Africa, discusses the role of graphics in creating seamless brand experiences. Over the last decade, retail brand owners have come to the growing realisation that traditional marketing is no longer enough to increase footfall to their stores and boost sales. Customers now expect immersive […]
The latest ABC data shows a decline in magazine circulation numbers – this comes as no surprise with numerous popular magazines being shut down in recent times, including Ndalo Media’s Elle and Destiny magazines. With circulation declines surfacing more and more, is there a future for South Africa’s magazine industry? According to Steve Thobela, Novus Print: Executive – South (part of […]
According to Dragana Pavlovic, senior vice president, global development group Xerox, for Artificial Intelligence (AI) to come down to earth, it needs to function at its most basic level and this boils down to automating processes – something the print industry has talked about for some time. The four types of AI Before I discuss […]
