When a catalog arrives perfectly timed for a seasonal launch… When an alumni magazine lands in mailboxes with impeccable color consistency… When a publication hits readers exactly as planned… Most people notice the finished product. Few recognize everything that happened before ink ever touched paper.
Read MoreIf there was one takeaway from this year's College News Association of the Carolinas (CNAC) Conference, it's that communications teams are no longer just responsible for telling the story, they're helping shape the future of their institutions.
Read MoreIn a world where attention is limited and expectations are high, catalog design has evolved. Here are the new rules shaping how brands create print experiences that actually perform.
Read MoreCreating a print publication from the ground up is no small feat, especially within a large, dynamic academic institution. For the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas, the launch of the Fulbright Review Magazine marked an exciting new chapter in storytelling, alumni engagement, and institutional impact.
Read MoreToday’s audiences are surrounded by an endless stream of digital content, emails, ads, notifications, and social posts, all competing for a few seconds of attention. And the result? Fatigue.
Digital overload is real, and it’s changing the way people engage with brands.
Read MoreAcross sessions, hallway conversations, and casual catch-ups, one thing was clear: niche and local media isn’t just holding on, it’s evolving, growing, and finding new ways to thrive. Publishers are launching products, expanding into new verticals, and building revenue streams that actually work.
Read MoreAt Progress Printing Plus, we help organizations take their print projects beyond standard formats. Two capabilities that are opening new creative possibilities for our clients are custom die-cut finishing using our BOBST system and premium outer envelopes produced on our sheetfed press.
Read MoreAt Progress Printing Plus, we work with organizations that depend on print not just to look good, but to perform. Over time, we’ve seen a clear pattern: the most successful print programs aren’t built on chasing the lowest price. They’re built on trust, experience, and long-term collaboration.
Read MoreCreated for Duke Engineering, this book is more than a printed piece. It’s a tangible expression of innovation, precision, and forward-thinking design, and we were thrilled to be a part of bringing it to life!
Read MoreThis publication was crafted with intention at every step, beginning with its distinctive 9.3125" x 11.625" sheet-fed size, slightly taller than a standard magazine, giving it a commanding presence that feels both modern and elegant.
Read MoreThe Catalog Insights Promotion is part of the USPS 2025–2026 Promotions & Incentives lineup, aimed at encouraging continued use of print catalogs as a powerful marketing tool. By offering a 10% postage discount, USPS is helping brands offset mailing costs and stay connected with customers through tactile, high-impact marketing.
Read MoreIn a world dominated by screens, notifications, and algorithms, one thing remains timeless: the human desire to belong. Whether it’s a university connecting with alumni, a nonprofit nurturing donors, or a retailer engaging loyal customers, community is what keeps people coming back.
Read MoreFor us at Progress Printing Plus, the UCDA Design Conference served as both inspiration and affirmation. The future of design isn’t static, it’s flexible, experimental, and deeply human. Resilience means designing with change in mind, creating systems and stories that can evolve right along with our clients’ needs. Resilience isn’t just a conference theme, it’s a mindset we’re carrying forward at Progress Printing Plus.
Read MoreWe’re thrilled to congratulate our client, Blue Creative Group, on being honored with a 2025 FOLIO: Ozzie Award for Design in the Single Magazine Issue published by an Association, Non-Profit, or B2B (Business to Business) category for their outstanding work on SmartFarm Magazine.
Read MoreWhen you hear about tariffs in the news, it can feel like something far away, happening in government offices or trade negotiations. However, for catalogers and publishers, tariffs have a much closer impact, affecting the cost of paper, ink, equipment, and ultimately, every catalog, magazine, or publication that reaches your customers’ hands.
Read MoreIn a world where content can vanish with a swipe, there’s something magical about holding a beautifully designed print piece in your hands, especially one that feels too special to toss in the recycling bin.
Read MoreAt Progress Printing Plus, we know alumni publications do more than share updates; they connect generations of graduates back to their alma mater. But with busy lives and crowded inboxes, engaging alumni in a meaningful way takes creativity. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our new mascot punch-out mailer, a fun, interactive insert that’s perfect for pairing with your alumni magazine or newsletter.
Read MoreLooking for a fresh way to add value to your print publication and bring in premium advertisers? A beautifully designed 2-page insert might be the answer.
Read MoreIn today’s fast-paced digital world, it’s easy to wonder whether traditional print advertising still holds value. But for publishers, the answer is clear: it absolutely does. And as your print partner, we at Progress Printing Plus want to help you maximize the value of every page you produce.
Read MoreMichael Simon, former president of Publishers Press, is on a mission to ensure that magazine publishers are paid for their work in an era where AI companies are freely using content pulled from the web.
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