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Tangent buys goodwill and software of VLM
Tangent Communications has acquired the software and goodwill of failed digital printer VLM following the company's fall into administration last month.
TSO opts for 'interface configuration' with Prism MIS
The Stationery Office (TSO) has placed an order for a Prism WIN Management Information System (MIS), following its acquisition in 2007 by BPO giant Williams Lea.
KMCA turns to Facebook in bid to beat recession
A struggling Nottingham digital printer hit by the recession gave a new meaning to web-to-print last month after using social networking site Facebook to appeal for new customers.
Kodak hails roadshow success
Kodak has fted the success of its European 'Pole Position' roadshow after nearly 300 visitors turned up at the show's nine UK stops.
Print industry bodies call for Skills Summit
The BPIF, Unite and Proskills have called on skills minister Lord Young of Norwood Green to back an industry Skills Summit to highlight the importance of training.
Howard Hunt programme aids young creatives
Howard Hunt Group has joined forces with Swanley Technical College to train a troupe of young creatives as part of Proskills' initiative.
Bespoke consolidates operations into one site
Envelope manufacturer Bespoke Envelopes Direct (BED) has finalised a two-year plan to bring its three facilities under one roof.
Deutsche Post emerges as 'potential buyer' for Royal Mail
Partial privatisation of the Royal Mail has moved a step closer after Deutsche Post emerged as the latest possible suitor to take part-control of the postal operator.
Burlington Press bought out of administration by fellow Cambridge printer
Failed printer Burlington Press has been bought by the owner of another locally based printer Blue Point Cambridge (BPC).
Cranfield personalises post-course packs to drive repeat bookings
Cranfield School of Management has called on Trapeze Mailing Services to produce personalised direct mail to suggest relevant courses to past students.
Barn door 'latch' to save waste and money, claims Polestar
A new "latched" barn door print format has been launched, which is claimed to have reduced the price of the format and cut wastage.
Printflow responds to tender demand with ISO 14001
Printflow has become ISO 14001 accredited - a move which the commercial printer said has given it a business edge and helped to save money.
Eco awards for Mondi range
Mondi has expanded its environmental product portfolio after its offset paper and board products became FSC and PEFC accredited.
Charity DM volumes hit by recession and online competition
Direct mailers are standing by the medium despite the first ever drop in charity sector direct mailing volumes alongside the rising popularity of digital communications.
Waitrose gears up for Easter promo campaign
Waitrose is using direct mailing and the internet to promote its Easter offers, with tips from its executive chef, Neil Nugent.