How the printing industry is navigating its way through the COVID-19 pandemic


COVID-19 changed many aspects of our personal and professional lives almost overnight, and the printing industry has certainly been no exception. When the pandemic hit at the beginning of this year, the effects were almost instantaneous and are expected to linger on for quite some time. The effects of COVID-19 drove certain transactions to a digital format, and online shopping remains very popular.

The printing industry, however, is still crucial - and for good reason. Minuteman Press is open for business and fully equipped to serve a range of industries, such as the ones mentioned below.





12 industries utilising Print products





The healthcare industry





Hospitals and medical facilities are using Print for critical communications for health and safety. They are using door and window Posters providing important info, social distancing safety guidelines, “wash your hands” reminders, and employee best practices.





The food industry





Supermarkets and restaurants are using Print for curbside pickup and drive-thru directional Signs, labels and Packaging, Posters, graphics, and onsite signage, restaurant Menus, Posters, and window/Wall Graphics, and social distancing safety guidelines.





The military





First responders and military are using Print for community safety Posters, critical instructions and field guidelines, security clearance badges, training manuals, and uniforms.





The public health industry





Government groups are using Print for critical communications for government programs, election Postcards, ballots, and mailings, labels and government-issued items, Posters and Postcards providing public health and safety information and guidelines, and for special events and registration announcements.





The pharmaceutical industry





Pharmacies are using Print for medical labels and Packaging information, and instructions for the use of prescription medication.





The real estate industry





Here they are using Print for Brochures for real estate listings, contracts and closing documents, lawn Signs and yard Signs, and for “Virtual Tour” Booklets and Catalogues.





The legal industry





This industry is using Print for court documents and legal notices, directional Signs for buildings, safety Posters, and Signs, and for time-sensitive communications.





The education sector
Teachers are using Print for workbooks and curriculum guides, student manuals and educational supplies, teacher lesson Plans, report cards, and test Forms, and school Calendars and schedules.





The postal industry





Mailing service providers are using Print for direct mail printing – Postcards, Brochures, and special notices, printed Boxes and Envelopes, Packaging Tape and supplies, and for shipping and Packaging Labels.





The communications industry





Print, TV, and radio sectors are using Print for community newsletters and notices, local news publications, media walls and backdrops for TV, radio, and video conferencing, and for branded items for broadcasts.





The financial industry





Banking, insurance, and financial institutions are using Print for Brochures for loans and financial products, credit/debit card notices, terms and conditions, insurance claims and documents, and for Window Graphics and onsite signage for customers.





The construction industry





Here they are using Print for construction site signage, public safety Posters and Signs, special notices, and letters to residents, and worker safety Posters, Signs, and guidelines.

Minuteman Press International: helping businesses grow for over 40 years

Minuteman Press launched an initiative called “Bounce Back SA” to get South African businesses to band together and offer mutual support in their efforts to recover from this pandemic’s economic impacts. The owner of a Nashville Minuteman Press franchise, John Taylor, came up with a way to promote solidarity support among his neighbouring businesses. He decided to Print COVID-19 awareness Posters for free distribution. He then went one step further and created an online platform on which firms could create free listings.





Successful marketing should be sincere and authentic. High-quality printing can build a more trustworthy relationship between the client and customers, and also leaves a strong impression for the brand. These are just a few industries that use Print in their business.
There are many industries that use Print, so if you think the Print industry is dead, think again.





Minuteman Press Kempton Park is a customer service driven business model that provides digital Print, design, Promotional Products, and services to businesses. They offer much more than just Print; they can provide anything you can put a name, image, or logo on! 
Looking for a reliable partner in the printing industry? Contact Minuteman Press Kempton Park today.


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