I just came across this article, but I definitely think the rate of adoption will speed up in this coming year. The technology is really just too got NOT to catch on. It saves so much time.
Kenneth Jones
Paravista Inc.
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When Will Web-to-Print Cross the Chasm?
Summary: When we look at Web-to-Print software today, we still have not seen the momentum build to mass-market adoption but there are some predictions that it will occur soon. According to the latest InfoTrends research, the share of web-purchased commercial print volume will double from 15% in 2009 to 30% in 2014. When compared to data from a decade ago (2000), the percentage has grown over 5x, where only less than 3% of print volumes were e-enabled.
Doc’s good buddy over at the NAPL, Howie Fenton, recently penned a blog entry on the subject of Web-to-Print. Howie is a Senior Technology Consultant at NAPL where he advises commercial printers, in-plants, and manufacturers on workflow management, operations, digital services, and customer research.
In his blog, Howie wonders when Web-to-Print will cross the chasm and become the “hot” new trend.
When we look at Web-to-Print software today, we still have not seen the momentum build to mass-market adoption but there are some predictions that it will occur soon. According to the latest InfoTrends research, the share of web-purchased commercial print volume will double from 15% in 2009 to 30% in 2014. When compared to data from a decade ago (2000), the percentage has grown over 5x, where only less than 3% of print volumes were e-enabled.
But let’s look closely at this, because sometimes there are hurdles that slow the adoption of new technology. They include: cost of entry, ease of use, integration into existing systems, ROI and perceived value. In my experience, there is about 30% adoption of web-to-print in the companies I visit and only about 50% have it working well and are successful in making it a profitable part of their business.
Howie goes on to describe two issues that are slowing the success of Web-to-Print, and looks at the missing critical success factors. If you’re involved in Web-to-Print or hoping to become involved, it’s worth a look.
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Thanks for the comment, Kenneth. Doc tends to agree that ordering printing online is the most logical next step in the printing process and will accelerate at a rapid pace. When you can just hit "print" and get the services of a printing professional in the area (or near where you need the printed material), then why work any other way?
Thanks for the comment, Kenneth. Doc tends to agree that ordering printing online is the most logical next step in the printing process and will accelerate at a rapid pace. When you can just hit "print" and get the services of a printing professional in the area (or near where you need the printed material), then why work any other way?
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