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How can I reduce my reliance on skilled workers?

By Erwin Busselot, Director Business Innovation & Solutions, Ricoh Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe
The growing skills shortage in the print industry will be among the challenges keenly explored during drupa.
Since 2018, the number of people employed in the sector worldwide has dropped 14.8%, from 4.8 million to 4.0 million in 2022. Smithers’ The Future of Printer Demographics to 2028 predicts that this trend will continue.

Shouldn’t you be making the most of the inkjet opportunity?

By Sander Sondaal, Director of Commercial Print Sales Ricoh Europe

Of all the innovative technologies shaping today’s print production landscape, inkjet is presenting print service providers with the biggest opportunity for growth.

PDF preflight – nearly 30 years old and still relevant!

Using preflight (or quality control) for PDF files started around the same time PDF became a viable format for use in graphic arts. The first preflight applications date back to 1997 (and they are still around!). So what is it? How has the technology changed over the years, and how is it possible that it’s still an essential technology today?

How mail can help secure that sale

By Erwin Busselot, Director Business Innovation & Solutions, Ricoh Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe

How do your clients connect with their customers? How do they generate interest? How do they secure the sale?

Increasingly the answer to this question is targeted, informative and engaging mail.

The age of creative generalists

By Craig Lewis, Ricoh Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe

Creative people have known it for a long time, but recent reports and government initiatives have confirmed it – the design industry is one of the major drivers of the European economy.

The 5 factors to consider when buying a production printer

Follow Kyocera’s steps and make the best production printer investment.

Whether you require high-volume printing, exceptional colour capabilities, or advanced finishing options, buying a production printer is vital to maintaining efficiency and professionalism.

Five reasons why hyper personalisation should be part of your marketing strategy

By Erwin Busselot, Director Business Innovation & Solutions, Ricoh Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe

Consumers today are increasingly engaging with brands that deliver tailored services, offers and communications. They want to have their preferences identified and experiences customised.

Why AI? Five ways Artificial Intelligence transforms print production

By Sander Sondaal, Director, Commercial Print Sales, Ricoh Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has entered the mainstream and is starting to revolutionise industries around the globe. Digital print production is no exception. In fact, it offers rich potential for the use of the technology to enhance quality and productivity, streamline operations and create client value.

Three Ways Postal Optimisation Reduces Spend and Increases Profitability

By Juergen Krebs, Software Sales Manager, Ricoh Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe

During 2023 USPS offered significant savings opportunities within its PostalPro service. Across several types of mail USPS customers could access discounts of up to 6%. It is something that is being repeated for 2024.

2024 – The Year of Calm

By John Blyth, Marketing & Communications Manager, Ricoh Europe

What does 2024 look like to you? According to numerous proponents of ‘colours of the year’ the emphasis over the next 12 months is on calmness and kindness.

Show customers you care

By Erwin Busselot, Director Business Innovation & Solutions, Ricoh Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe

We have all noticed shrinkflation – higher prices for less product. Against a strained economic backdrop brands are protecting their profits by downsizing their product while retaining, or even increasing, the price.