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MAIN TAKEAWAYS: A brand model is a strategic framework that helps establish a printer’s brand identity A message map helps printers leverage their identity via consistent communication to different audience segments across all channels The combination of brand model and message map is key in helping printers reach their target audience The print space includes a wide range of print applications, everything from direct mail to large format signage to labels and packaging. The ability to strike up new, long-term partnerships with brands or land repeat, high-volume jobs relies on printers having a keen understanding of who they are as a brand.  Almost every printer out there boasts top-of-the-line equipment and rapid turnaround times. It’s the other components of your brand messaging that will help you connect with your target audience. A brand model and message map are perhaps the two most important elements of your brand messaging, so let’s take a look at each of these elements and …

A new print sample from Canon, a chance to get positive media attention before the end of the year, and a ton of featured resources from thINK. …

Uncoated media has always been a staple in print - valued for its natural look and smooth runnability, but it traditionally has been unable to take advantage of embellishments like foils, spot coatings, and raised UV textured effects.  Embellishments are challenging on uncoated media due to its porous, textured surface, which hinders adhesion and causes effects like foil and raised UV to sink in or distort. New innovations from Canon’s finishing partners have made it not only possible, but practical and reliable, to apply these effects on uncoated sheets. In collaboration with Harris & Bruno International and Sylvamo, Canon has released their first print sample showcasing this breakthrough, and is excited to share how you can leverage it to offer premium uncoated pieces to your customers:   Step 1 - Select the right paper for your piece: This sample utilizes Sylvamo Accent Opaque 120 lb. Cover for the sketchbook cover due to its exceptional performance and quality. This uncoated sheet …

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A friend of mine told me that AI feels less like drinking from a firehose and more like a firehose is spraying water into her basement while she’s sitting in her office, trying to get things done the old way. She can hear the sound of the gushing water. She knows it’s coming for her. But she doesn’t know what to do about it.  Most print service providers I speak with are not like this friend; they don’t have their heads in the sand. PSPs are highly motivated to capitalize on AI's possibilities, especially when facing increased operating costs, decreased sales, and ongoing labor shortages. They have spent the last couple of years learning about AI, understanding how it can help their business, and experimenting with it. Still, many aren’t sure they’re fully leveraging AI or have run into roadblocks that have stalled their progress as they adopt this emerging tech. Just like any new technology, AI brings significant opportunities and serious new challenges. This blog post addresses some …