Color Bar
Color Bar brings you insightful and casual conversations with top marketers, industry experts, and print industry leaders who are shaping the future of print marketing. Hosted by Sandy Alexander, we dive into the hottest trends, cutting-edge strategies, and real-world success stories in print and beyond. Whether you’re a brand looking to amplify your messaging, a marketing pro eager to stay ahead, or an industry leader exploring the latest innovations, this podcast delivers engaging discussions on how print continues to evolve in the digital age.
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Color Bar: Web-to-Print Is Dead. Long Live Smart Print.
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In this episode of Color Bar, hosts Betsy Davis and Kim Opdyke welcome Chris Minn, CEO of Digital Ink, joining us live from the UAE, for a global perspective on where the print industry is headed—and why it’s time to retire the phrase “web-to-print.”
Chris challenges legacy thinking and makes the case that print’s future isn’t about storefronts or ordering portals—it’s about workflow, automation, AI, and integration. The conversation explores how data, robotics, and intelligent production systems are reshaping manufacturing floors and enabling true print-on-demand at scale.
Together, the group discusses:
- Why “web-to-print” no longer reflects reality
- How AI and automation are streamlining production
- The role of data in smarter decision-making
- Adapting to evolving customer expectations across global markets
The message is clear: print companies that embrace technology, collaboration, and innovation won’t just survive—they’ll lead.