Pewaukee, Wisconsin -- The Institute for Graphics and Imaging (IGI)—an education and training organization funded by and dedicated to the printing and graphic arts industry—has announced a training course focused on Best Practices for Printing Estimating and Planning.  The session will be held on May 12, 2009, and will be conducted by Craig Press, the president of Profectus, a national consultancy which helps printing organizations implement best business practices.  The course will be directed at estimators, sales personnel, customer service representatives, production managers, print buyers, graphic designers, desktop publishers, or anyone responsible for estimating, planning, or production.  See www.igi.org/events/IGI_Craig_Print_Estimating_F.pdf for course details.
 
Announcing the new course, IGI Executive Director Ron Dahl commented: “IGI is pleased to make process improvement and information technology expert Craig Press available for a hands-on training session focusing on best practices for printing estimating and planning.  Craig is widely known for his more than 35 years of experience in industry best practices, process improvements, and management information systems.”
 
The Institute for Graphics and Imaging provides education and training in the graphic design, printing, and related industries.  Supported by a vast network of industry suppliers, printers, publishers, and governmental agencies, IGI operates on the campus of the Waukesha County Technical College in suburban Milwaukee.  IGI facilities, which include computer classrooms and access to the latest printing equipment, are available for sales events and corporate training courses.  For additional information go to www.igi.org or call 262-695-6260.