The effect of COVID-19 on the printing industry
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have all had to adapt to getting work done in this unique “new normal” scenario, including the printing industry. This pandemic is wreaking havoc on all facets of business and life. Countries across the globe have shut down most businesses and schools in an effort to minimise the spread of the virus. We have not observed such devastation in our lifetime, but we are optimistic that recovery will take place at some point in the future.
Many industries are still relying on print during the COVID-19 pandemic
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 Bryanston is your one-stop printing solution. They are able to design and print all your business stationery as well as marketing material. Such as business cards, catalogues, banners, logo designs, and notebooks… just to name a few of their services.
Minuteman Press Bryanston has pioneered some of the latest innovations in the printing industry. Contact these printing giants today to find out more about the services they have to offer. Don’t forget to ask about their free COVID-19 awareness and prevention posters!