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Online Printing Services

So you're thinking about choosing an online printing service. Well don't be fooled into thinking every online printing service is the same. Many online printing services offer new customers special deals and incentives to entice you to try their services but can leave you in an uncomfortable situation when they don't deliver their products as promised.

Here are a few suggestions to keep in mind when choosing an online printing service. First of all can they meet your scheduling needs? Many times you're on a tight schedule. Delays in your printing can ultimately be devastating. When choosing the right online printing service be sure to inquire on a specific delivery date. If you need your print project by a certain date, request that the online printing service delivers your products two days, or preferably a week in advance in case there are any issues with delivery. And always ask about the typical turnaround time far in advance? For large printing jobs, online printing services might require more set-up time to prepare your project for best possible quality.

            For smaller projects, such as flyers and business cards, some online printing services will offer next day shipping. This is a great benefit if you're stuck on a business trip and need emergency supplies. Often, you can arrange with an online printing service to deliver your print projects directly to your hotel to save you the hassle of having to drive around an unfamiliar town looking for a printer.

            Many times online printing services offer bulk or wholesale rates for large printing runs. The more copies of a particular print, such as booklets or postcards, the less each printed piece costs. It cases like these, it's in your best interest to purchase all of your prints at the same time; ultimately saving you both time and money.

            Online printing services also tend to offer their customers great template guides if you want to design your own projects. Or in cases such as business cards and postcards, online printing services offer easy to use, already designed options, all you have to do is fill in your information. The best online printing services have graphic designers on staff to help you with specific needs.

            Also, when choosing an online printing service inquire about what other services do they might provide. Some online printing services offer package printing options such as matching envelopes to letterhead or menus to rack cards.  Some online printing services will mail your flyers, postcards and any other mailable projects for an additional fee, saving you time.

            Consider an online printing service that offers proofs of your print project. Mistakes are bound to happen whether it be a small typo or a color issue. Ordering a proof of your project is a wonderful safeguard. It would be a shame to pay for a print project that ends up in the garbage because of a minor mistake, which could have been easily corrected. 

            You put your trust in your online printing service to complete your project correctly and on time.  Choose Printfirm, Inc. with confidence and know your satisfaction guaranteed.


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