Dear Readers,

The publishing world is undergoing a transformative shift, and at the heart of this evolution lies inkjet printing. Traditionally dominated by offset, book production is now increasingly turning to inkjet for its ability to combine quality, speed, and economic efficiency, especially in short and medium runs.

Inkjet technology has matured remarkably in recent years. Today’s high-speed production inkjet presses offer offset-like quality, exceptional reliability, and the versatility to handle a variety of paper stocks. What makes inkjet truly compelling, however, is its adaptability to on-demand and just-in-time models, an answer to publishers’ growing need to minimize inventory, reduce waste, and respond faster to market demands.

This shift is particularly evident in academic, educational, and trade publishing. As publishers strive to balance print and digital strategies, inkjet provides a cost-effective solution for smaller print runs and versioned content, without compromising on quality.

The environmental benefits cannot be ignored either. Reduced waste, lower energy consumption, and waterless printing processes align inkjet with sustainable publishing practices, a priority for many publishers and readers alike.

India, with its strong base of regional publishing and diverse readership, stands to benefit immensely from this transition. As more printers invest in state-of-the-art inkjet systems, we are witnessing a convergence of technology and creativity, enabling publishers to reimagine how books are produced and distributed.

The future of book production is not just digital, it’s inkjet-powered. And as technology continues to evolve, so too will the opportunities for publishers and printers willing to embrace this exciting new chapter.

As informed in our last issue, we have launched a Digital Printing Forum in India, ‘Digital Imaging Graphic Arts Forum’ – (DIGAF), an initiative of Sumi Publications. The purpose being to bring together PSPs, OEMs, Channel Partners, Advertising Agencies, Professionals and Brand Owners on a common platform to share information on developments and new applications in the Digital Print industry. We request our readers to log on to www.digaf.org and become a member to keep abreast with latest developments. You may also scan the QR Code in the advertisement in this issue to download the form.

Happy reading!!!


Veerendra Malik