Why use a Print Broker on your Next Big Printing Job?

By: Rob parker

Large scale printing jobs such as those found on mass labeling or production of informative materials in massive amounts can be difficult in that the exact specifications and requirements are often complex, and the time demands on your staff can be overwhelming. Instead of using the services directly of a given manufacturer, many companies are turning to print brokers in order to arrange the best outcome possible for their jobs.

What is a print broker?

A print broker often represents not only print companies but also the clients who wish to use the services of those companies. The key word in the term is “broker”; like insurance brokers, travel brokers, or real estate brokers, print brokers are not employed by the companies they represent. Instead, they are well versed in the current practices of those companies (prices, sales, capacity, equipment) and represent several of them at one time. In this way, they can use their knowledge to find the best fit for a company who needs a massive amount of printing work done.

When to use a broker

What is important in determining when to use a broker is the matter of scale. Large print jobs require many specialized areas on order to ensure that they turn out right; graphic design, layout, proofreading, and colouring are all different components that come into play on any printing job. Each of these tasks requires a particular skill set, and some companies are stronger than others in specific areas.

The job of the print broker is to coordinate the different companies offering these services and streamline them into an efficient, reliable network for you as the consumer. This streamlining means much less time spent on the process of the printing job.

In addition, the familiarity of the broker with the different manufacturers and providers means that costly mistakes can be avoided. Because the broker is independent, he or she won’t be covering up for the mistakes an individual company may make. Instead, the broker will bring experience and knowledge to bear in order to bring a client the most efficient printing process available.

Brokers are cost efficient on most any printing project, but when it comes to large printing jobs, any fee paid to the broker is easily recovered. When you consider the staff time saved and the headaches averted, not to mention the absolute savings that come with following the advice of an expert, a print broker is a great temporary addition to your department.

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