Printer consumables refer to the materials and parts that printers need, such as ink, toner, paper, and other accessories. The market for specialty printing consumables is essential to the efficient operation of businesses that require specialty printing, such as foil stamping, embossing, and so on.

According to a Transparency Market Research (TMR) study, this market is projected to reach a valuation of $127.9 billion by the end of 2031.

Have you ever seen printed materials with some kind of raised surface? Those are most likely products of tactile printing. Also called dimensional printing, tactile printing creates visually striking outputs while adding a touch-related dimension.

In recent years, businesses and other types of organizations that want their materials to make a greater impact are increasingly recognizing the value of this type of printing. It engages the senses and promotes a deeper connection with the audience.

Online custom printing services refer to web-based platforms that facilitate the production and customization of various printed materials, from business cards and promotional materials to personalized merchandise. These services empower users to seamlessly design and order tailor-made prints, which support people’s expression of individuality and creativity.

According to a recent report by Coherent Market Insights, the online custom printing services market is poised for remarkable revenue growth in the coming years. The industry offers many opportunities for businesses and individuals alike

The print on demand software market is an important sector that caters to the needs of businesses engaged in on-demand printing. Software solutions help print enterprises streamline printing, from design creation to order fulfillment. It’s not surprising that along with the rise of e-commerce and the increasing demand for personalized products, the print on demand software market has witnessed significant growth.

Print on demand software (POD) has become a critical business enabler as consumers seek unique and personalized products in this digital age. The ability to offer customized designs and products on demand provides businesses with a competitive edge, aligning perfectly with modern consumers' preferences.

Did you read our recent blog update? Sunday, March 31st, was World Backup Day! Our IT expert, Randy Moore, headed off to The Big 550 KTRS studio to spread the word about the important technology event. Just in case you forgot to back up your data on Sunday, it's never too late. Our Tech Talk recap is coming to you with a reminder on why saving your data and checking in on it is so essential year round.

We're all guilty of moving away from actually printing pictures. The norm has become storing your memories in a folder on your device and taking things on the go. While it's nice to always have access to your pictures, what happens if you accidentally overwrite the file and you lose the picture forever? Sounds like you could be out of luck. Our IT expert Randy Moore joined the Guy Phillips Show for Tech Talk on KTRS last Friday to talk about the importance of securely backing up your personal data.

Last week on Tech Talk on The Big 550 KTRS our IT expert, Rion Kolosieke, joined the show to talk about having a disaster recovery plan and how to securely store your documents. Guy Phillips was in good humor and talking about technology jokes too. It's almost Halloween and keeping up with some of our St. Louis roots, we just wanted to leave you with a technology joke before we dive into our segment from last week. What do you call having your grandma on speed dial? Instagram! That's the last of the corny jokes, we promise. Data backup and disaster recovery, however, isn't something to joke about.