“The one technology that profoundly changed the printing industry was the electronic delivery of files. In 1980, 70 % of all print products were purchased from a printing company within 100 miles of the customer. Today, it is 45 % and dropping. The ability to send files electronically and collaborate on-line on document changes and proofing, has made the physical location of the printing company less important. Thus, printers in the United States are doing business in many states beyond their own and are capable of producing print products for customers outside the country.” According to Frank Romano of Drupa

 

This has led to the rise of the large printer. In order for small printers to compete they must improve services by using the Internet to connect to their customers. Since most Small Printers don’t have the cash flow to implement bulky FTP services, EZ Upload Plus has created a low cost and efficient way for you to connect to your customers. Small Printers will now have the opportunity to compete against the large printer. 

 

If you would like to see the whole article that Frank Romano wrote, please visit the link below.

http://www.printondemand.com/MT/archives/011498.html