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In an industry that is continually evolving, there is never a shortage of compelling news and editorial. Below, you'll find a synopsis of recent articles from thought leaders in our industry.
Adobe commentary on color management: GATF World Magazine
Adobe's Tom Petrillo explains, "Whether design projects are destined for offset printing, a digital press, or cross-media publishing, working with integrated software makes the difference on a deadline."
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Adobe InDesign Magazine features article on folding
Folding is hardly the most glamorous part of a print project. But when it comes to getting what you envisioned on time and on budget, it's one of the most important. This article covers the basics to consider before you fold and takes you step by step through creating a common (yet often botched) folded document.
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Print in the Mix
The Print Council is a business development alliance dedicated to promoting the greater use of print media. To support this mission, The Print Council funds a new website, Print in the Mix - A Clearinghouse of Research on Print Media Effectiveness. The site is designed to collect and summarize research on the effectiveness of print advertising and marketing. Learn more
Digital Publishing Solutions
In the article "Streamlining Print Production: Print Workflow is in use in the Advent of Full-Blown JDF," Kim Crowley shares interesting market forecast data from an April 2007 InfoTrends report. "The report examined a number of software categories that make up print production workflow, including creative/layout, production workflow management, print management information systems (MIS), print controller/RIPs, variable data, print e-business, and prepress solutions. In North America, this market was valued at an estimated $3.4 billion in 2006, and is expected to reach $5.6 billion by 2011, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7 percent. The production workflow management component constituted about 16 percent of this market, with a value of $550 million in 2006 and a projected value of $1 billion in 2011." Industry experts, including Adobe's Lonn Lorenz, share these thoughts on the current state of print production workflows.
The Industry Measure reports results of latest Design & Production survey
This report is full of interesting statistics. Here is a brief excerpt, stating that in Winter 2007–2008:
- 24% of all design and production establishments said business conditions for the past 12 months had been "excellent, better than the 12 months before that"
- 22% of all design and production establishments expect business conditions in the next 12 months to be "excellent, better than they had been in the past 12 months"
- 77% of all design and production establishments surveyed cited "cross-media communications campaigns" as a sales opportunity — once again, the highest this opportunity has charted in the history of the Design & Production survey
Industry Measure reports are available for online purchase at the Industry Measure eStore in PDF.
Excerpt from the InfoTrends’ Report, “The Web-to-Print Opportunity in Western Europe.”
Considering its relatively short history and the setback that occurred in 2000 and 2001, Web-to-print is still in the early adopter phase. Overall, only one-third of all respondents to a recent InfoTrends survey in Western Europe indicated that they had deployed a Web-to-print solution, and another 20% were considering deploying a solution within the next few years. If all of these respondents did in fact deploy such a solution, this would result in a 68% increase in installations over the next 5 years. To learn more about the report or to make a purchase, visit the InfoTrends online store or contact Robyn Wuori at robyn_wuori@infotrends.com.
PIA/GATF announces JDF User Group
The JDF User Group meets on a regular basis at printer facilities throughout the country. More information on the JDF User Group, including how to join, is available by contacting jdfusergroup@piagatf.org
PIA/ GATF Color Management Conference
December 7-9, 2008
Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Phoenix, AZ
The 2008 conference is packed with the advice from industry experts, a vast
array of technology to review and try for yourself, and a plethora of
practitioners and experts who will be on hand to help you better understand the
intricacies of color management. Plus you will have the opportunity to check
out the latest developments that make color management work for you. Learn more
Print Buyers Brainstorming Event
December 10, 2008
Doubletree Guest Suites
550 Winter Street Waltham, MA
6:00 - 8:30 PM
Print Buyers can learn to keep their career on track in a fast-changing market
at Boston Print Buyers’ (BPB) first Brainstorming Session on Wednesday,
December 10th. The free-flowing discussion of hot industry topics will connect
print buyers, designers, decision-makers and related industry pros with proven
strategies for print buying success. Dinner and drinks will be served. Learn more
Shortcut to Brilliant: Adobe Creative Suite 4
January 16, 2008
Jacob K. Javitz Convention Center
655 West 34th Street
New York, NY
This one-day seminar brings the best of both worlds: in the morning, get an
overview of what’s new in Adobe Creative Suite 4 directly from some of Adobe’s
best presenters; in the afternoon, two tracks—design and web—given by renowned
industry experts, provide in-depth information, tips and tricks, and productive
techniques. Whether you’ve already upgraded to Adobe Creative Suite 4 or still
deciding, this is your chance to get all the info you need.
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2009 PODi AppForum
January 19-21, 2009
Las Vegas, Nevada
Digital print changes the rules. Are you ready? At the 2009 PODi AppForum, you
will: learn innovative strategies for growth, open new doors with advanced
technology, network with hundreds of industry leaders.
Learn more
GAA Premedia Conference
.January 19-21
Naples, Florida Learn more
The Business of Green Media Conference
SustainComm World and the Graphic Communication Institute at Cal Poly
January 22, 2009
Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo, CA
This full day event will focus on what the graphic communication industry is
currently doing, and can do, to take a leadership role in addressing issues
related to sustainable business practices.
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Ghent PDF Workgroup Meeting
January 22-23, 2009
Ghent, Belgium
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IPA Business Development Conference
January 29-30, 2009
Marriott McDowell Mountain
Scottsdale, AZ
Last year’s conference was a huge success. We heard from our clients on how to
manage the increasingly complex world of graphic solutions business
development. Join us as we take this conversation to the next level.
Learn more
Boot Camp for Print Reps
January 28, 2009
Boston, Massachusetts
This program, co-developed by Margie Dana and Frank Romano, will help sales and
service representatives learn the right way to influence, prospect to, and
service their customers, resulting in long-term, successful relationships. This
morning session will take place in downtown Boston. For details, contact Margie
Dana at mdana@printbuyersinternational.com
2009 JDF Education Event Organized by CIP4 and Ryerson University
February 19, 2009
Ryerson University
Toronto, Ontario
This one-day program that covers all aspects of process automation using JDF
technology and workflow. Understand the relationship between Web2Print, MIS,
digital printing and prepress workflow solutions. This event is designed for
small and medium-size printers, prepress users, workflow consultants, middle
managers, senior management and technology implementers. Learn more
Dscoop: HP Graphic Arts and Digital Conference
February 19-21, 2009
Orlando, Florida
At the Learn more
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