New year's prediction: Miles Linney, Linney Group

Linney Group's Miles Linney gives PrintWeek his new year's predictions...

What do you think will the greatest opportunity for and threat to printers next year?
To invest and fix your repayments over 15 years at such low rates. Threat – the whole macro-economic scene – tread carefully...

What do you believe is the most under-recognised aspect in printing that is likely to become more important in 2010?
Clients looking for stability and guaranteed continuity of supply - a strong balance sheet and financial pedigree.

How important do you think Ipex will be?
Great for taking time out to re-focus our plans and showing clients new opportunities.

What can the industry do to increase its profile next year?
Enter a choir or an urban dance troupe into  X Factor and win it!

What will you do differently next year?
Everything to compress lead times even further – that's what our clients are asking for.