Kodak’s German Sacristan Talks About ROMI, Big Data and More …
Published May 3, 2013
German Sacristan is ROMI (Return on Marketing Investment) Developer for Kodak and the author of The Digital and Direct Marketing Goose: 16 Tips and Real-life Examples That Will Help You Lay More Golden Eggs. His work is focused on helping marketers gain increased ROI through the use of data and effective marketing techniques. We spoke to him recently to learn more.
Samsung Partners with Blurb for Unique Native Photo Printing App
Published April 24, 2013
Last month, Blurb announced a global partnership with Samsung for auto-creating photo books and magazines on the company’s new GALAXY S 4 smartphone, available today from T-Mobile and later this week from other carriers. Senior Editor Cary Sherburne spoke with Blurb SVP Bruce Watermann who shared details about the app and his thoughts about mobile and print in general.
Remembering Efi Arazi
Published April 18, 2013
WhatTheyThink was saddened to learn of the passing of innovator and entrepreneur Efi Arazi on Sunday. Senior Editor Cary Sherburne spoke with EFI CEO Guy Gecht and Landa Nanographics CEO Benny Landa who share their thoughts about Arazi’s contributions to the industry and the world, and she invites our readers to chime in with their own remembrances and thoughts about this great man.
Francis McMahon on the New Canon Solutions America Organization
Published April 18, 2013
VP of Marketing Francis McMahon talks to Cary Sherburne about the new Canon Solutions America and it's three divisions and how Oce and Canon have combined to make up the new Canon organization.
Upping the Ante at Konica Minolta
Published April 16, 2013
At Graph Expo, we reported on some interesting software additions to the Konica Minolta family of products. WhatTheyThink’s Senior Editor Cary Sherburne followed up with Gavin Jordan-Smith, Vice President for Solutions and Production Planning, to see what else is new at the company.
New GMC CEO Henri Dura Sees Bright Future, Expansion for Company
Published April 12, 2013
Following the acquisition of GMC Software Technology by Neopost last summer, long-time Chairman and CEO Dr. René Müller has ceded the CEO position to Henri Dura, retaining the position of President of the Board for the time being. Senior Editor Cary Sherburne spoke with Dura to learn more about his background, the status of the integration process post-acquisition, and his strategic view of the future.
AIP Restructures Presstek, An Interview with New CEO David Savage
Published April 11, 2013
In October of 2012, Presstek announced the completion of its sale to American Industrial Partners Capital Fund, taking the company private. WhatTheyThink has learned that the company is in the process of undergoing a significant restructuring. Senior Editor Cary Sherburne spoke with David Savage, Presstek’s new CEO, to get the details.
Magazine Publishers Seeing Real Results from Digital Issues
Published April 9, 2013
Senior Editor has been having ongoing conversations with Adobe’s Lynly Schambers-Lenox, Group Product Marketing Manager, Digital Publishing, about the impact adoption of digital publishing is having on magazinepublishers, especially for users of Adobe’s Digital Publishing Suite. In this article, Schambers-Lenox shares new data that is beginning to show real results in revenue, advertising and subscribership for publishers.
Canon Poing Customer Experience Center Offers World-Class Experience for Customers/Journalists
Published April 8, 2013
Last month, WhatTheyThink’s Senior Editor Cary Sherburne joined a group of journalists, industry analysts and customers for a visit to Canon’s Poing Customer Experience Center located on the outskirts of Munich, Germany.
Marco Perlman of Digipix on why he travels so far to get to Dscoop
Published April 2, 2013
Marco Perlman, Founder and CEO of Digipix speaks with Cary Sherburne about why he travels so far from home in Brazil to attend Dscoop.
Dscoop Executive Director Eric Hawkinson to Depart
Published March 21, 2013
In a move that is likely to cause a few ripples, Eric Hawkinson, who has been Executive Director of Dscoop, HP Indigo’s user group, will be departing to join Canon Solutions America, working for VP of Marketing Francis McMahon as Director of Marketing. Cary Sherburne speaks with several of the principals about this surprising move.
New X-Rite Pantone President Talks About Danaher, X-Rite Pantone Future Prospects
Published March 18, 2013
Following Tom Vacchiano’s departure as President of X-Rite Pantone, WhatTheyThink’s Senior Editor Cary Sherburne spoke with his successor, long-time Danaher veteran Ron Voigt, in this exclusive interview to learn more about Danaher business strategies and the future prospects of X-Rite Pantone under the Danaher banner.
Kodak’s Loss; Three Leaf Insights’ Gain
Published March 11, 2013
With pieces of Kodak being lopped off as it works to emerge from bankruptcy proceedings, some are taking root as new businesses. Senior Editor Cary Sherburne interviewed one of the founders of Three Leaf Insights, born out of the ashes of Kodak’s MarketMover Managed Campaign Services, as well as a print service provider and an end customer, to offer a view of how these services are likely to evolve after being shed by Kodak.
Eric Hawkinson of Dscoop on the Growth of Membership and Evolution of the Conference
Published March 5, 2013
Dscoop Executive Director Eric Hawkinson talks to Cary Sherburne about the growth of both the Dscoop membership and conference attendance and plans for the organization moving forward.
Big Changes at Mimeo.com
Published February 26, 2013
WhatTheyThink has become aware of a number of major changes at Mimeo.com over the last few months. With the recent decision by CEO Adam Slutsky to step down, Senior Editor Cary Sherburne talked with Co-Founder and new CEO John Delbridge to get the inside scoop.
Dscoop Launches Aggressive New Programs to Benefit Members
Published February 25, 2013
Dscoop, the Digital Solutions Cooperative, just held its 8th annual conference. The group, comprised primarily of HP Indigo and HP Scitex users in the graphic arts industry, has continued to add member value since its inception. At Dscoop8, which concluded last week in Nashville, Tennessee, Dscoop raised the bar once again with new member value.
HCMiller: In Its 2nd Century But Certainly Not Old and Stuffy!
Published February 22, 2013
How does a printing company with more than a century of history and success step out of the box and reinvent itself for another century of success? Hire the right people! WhatTheyThink Senior Editor Cary Sherburne spoke to industry veteran Tom Clifford to find out how he and his team have made a difference at HCMiller.
Tukaiz Continues Innovative Leadership for Business Growth
Published February 19, 2013
A recent press release from Tukaiz, an early adopter in color digital printing, caught the eye of Senior Editor Cary Sherburne. This interview with Frank Defino, Sr. and Frank Defino Jr. provides more “color” to the story!
Cary Sherburne Wraps Up Hunkeler Innovation Days
Published February 14, 2013
WhatTheyThink's Cary Sherburne gives a wrap up from Hunkeler Innovation Days and talks about the evolution of the market and how the event has evolved to respond.
Packaging Brief: Highcon Update
Published February 14, 2013
As the digital transformation of the packaging industry continues to present new challenges and opportunities for both brand owners and converters, WhatTheyThink Senior Editor checked in with Aviv Ratzman, CEO of Highcon, to see what progress the company has made relative to Euclid, its market entry for laser die cutting and creasing. Read more.
Johan Laurent of Standard Finishing Highlights Two Major Themes of Hunkeler Innovation Days
Published February 12, 2013
Johan Laurent of Standard Finishing talks about what's caught his eye at Hunkeler Innovation Days. Johan highlights the importance of increasing system up-time and productivity, two of the big themes at the show.
Stefan Hunkeler Highlights Innovations Days 2013 from the Show
Published February 11, 2013
Stefan Hunkeler, CEO of Hunkeler AG, gives Cary Sherburne some highlights from Innovations Days 2013 in Lucerne Switzerland.
Digital Publishing Extending to Retail Catalogs and More According to Adobe Study
Published February 1, 2013
There has been lots of press about the struggles of traditional publishers in making the transition to a more digitally-enabled business model, but less attention has been paid to the impact of digital on catalogs and other retail-oriented pieces that typically have been produced in print. Printers take note: There is significant change coming your way if you are in the business of producing print for retail.
EFI’s CEO Guy Gecht Talks About Connect, Financial Results and the Rumor Mill
Published February 1, 2013
During EFI’s recent 2013 Connect user conference in Las Vegas, CEO Guy Gecht took time out to talk to Senior Editor Cary Sherburne, followed by a discussion after EFI released its financial results on January 24th.
Adobe Playing Leadership Role in Publishing Transformation
Published January 29, 2013
As the publishing market continues to seek ways to innovate and to take advantage of the opportunities extent in digital publications, Adobe continues to support their efforts with ongoing enhancements to its Digital Publishing Suite and a growing number of publications on board with the solution. And the executive editor of Fast Company magazine shares his thoughts on the digital transformation.
