Category: Operations

Over the past 25 years, I’ve had the privilege of starting a couple of successful sign shops. While I’m grateful for these experiences and proud of my work, I must admit that I did let the stress get to me. As the business grew, so did my stress levels, and I found myself drinking every […]

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So many sign shop owners (and their teams) feel overloaded by the demands of running a busy shop, and that can often lead to burnout. I experienced this running my own shop, and my business suffered as a result. It’s important to prioritize a healthy work-life balance that helps take care of yourself, your family […]

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Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce the launch of the newly revamped PRISMA Home v1.5 portal for accessing and managing PRISMA cloud-based applications. This significant update marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of PRISMA Home portal, offering enhanced features and tools designed to empower Canon production printing […]

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Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce the launch of the newly revamped PRISMA Home v1.5 portal for accessing and managing PRISMA cloud-based applications. This significant update marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of PRISMA Home portal, offering enhanced features and tools designed to empower Canon production printing […]

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As the signage industry begins to adopt Industry 4.0 technologies (AI, loT, and digital tools), it’s essential to understand some manufacturing jargon that may be unfamiliar. While these concepts may seem daunting, they are crucial for the long-term success of your business. So let’s dive in and learn about Overall Equipment Effectiveness! Overall Equipment Effectiveness […]

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As the signage industry begins to adopt Industry 4.0 technologies (AI, loT, and digital tools), it’s essential to understand some manufacturing jargon that may be unfamiliar. While these concepts may seem daunting, they are crucial for the long-term success of your business. So let’s dive in and learn about Overall Equipment Effectiveness! Overall Equipment Effectiveness […]

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Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) is a metric used to measure the effectiveness of manufacturing processes or individual equipment. It considers three factors: Availability (actual production time vs. planned); Performance (equipment performance vs. maximum potential); and Quality (production rate of “good count” products). The OEE is calculated by multiplying scores of these three factors, resulting in […]

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Nina Laushell and Chris Kasmer have been the owners of the Minuteman Press franchise in Levittown, Pennsylvania since November of 2018. As they reflect on five years in business, Nina and Chris share their keys to growth and success, their journey to Minuteman Press in Levittown, and how collaborating with clients and employees leads to […]

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