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Practical knowledge of web-to-print, print shop software, workflow automation and print MIS – for print shops and companies in the DACH region.

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Comparison

Web-to-print software in comparison: What printers should pay attention to in 2026

Criteria, solution types and a comparison table - so you make the right decision.

April 27, 2026 · 10 min read

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Basics

Print MIS vs. ERP: Which software does your print shop really need?

The difference between Print MIS and ERP – and when which system is the right choice.

April 27, 2026 · 7 min read

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Digitalization

Digitize your print shop: 5 steps to process automation in 2026

From order acceptance to invoice: How to digitize your print shop step by step.

April 27, 2026 · 9 min read

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B2B

Closed shop for companies: This is how corporations order printed matter efficiently

What characterizes a closed shop, how it works and what the implementation costs.

April 27, 2026 · 7 min read

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ROI

Calculate web-to-print ROI: How to justify the investment internally

ROI formula, savings potential and a ready-made example calculation for your internal presentation.

April 27, 2026 · 8 min read

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Marketing

Variable Data Printing: Personalized printed matter at scale

How variable data printing works, when it is worthwhile and how you can integrate it into your workflow.

April 27, 2026 · 6 min read

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E-commerce

Setting up an online print shop: Technical & legal requirements 2026

From system selection to GDPR to the product configurator: All requirements at a glance.

April 27, 2026 · 9 min read

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Software

Printing company calculation: Why manual pricing costs you money

Typical calculation errors and how software-supported pricing protects your margin.

April 27, 2026 · 7 min read

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Brand

Brand portal for printing companies: Securing corporate identity in production

What a brand portal is, how it differs from a closed shop and when it makes sense.

April 27, 2026 · 6 min read

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Integration

Connect Shopify with a print shop: Integration without programming knowledge

Step by step: Connect Shopify shop to PrintDesk and import orders automatically.

April 27, 2026 · 8 min read

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Trends

Printing of the future: 8 trends that will change everything in 2026 and 2027

From AI in pre-press to mass customization: The most important industry trends at a glance.

April 27, 2026 · 10 min read

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