The INKSPIRE Podcast

Tharstern

In the INKspire podcast, we'll cover an array of topics and trends that influence the print industry including the latest software technology, best practices, culture and motivation. We are big believers of Being Bionic and we'll be covering the three main components of that - people, technology and process. If you have any questions about the podcast, or anything else, feel free to get in touch at inkspire@tharstern.com.

  1. 07/25/2023

    A Journey of Leadership: climbing the ladder in the print industry and building a business

    In this episode of The INKspire Podcast, we’re joined by George Rumball, Owner and Manager of the Kall Kwik City branch. He chats to Ross about his journey into the print industry and how he climbed the ladder to owning his own business. They also talk openly about the challenges of leadership and working with a mentor to help shape the way to approach both your role and running your business. Ross also puts a perhaps difficult question to George, “How do you see the future of the print industry?” – but you might not expect the answer! Read the books that Ross mentions in the episode: System Busters - Philip Paul BeyerThe E-Myth Revisited - Michael E. Gerber

    38 min
  2. Print estimating is changing – who should be estimating in your business?

    06/27/2023

    Print estimating is changing – who should be estimating in your business?

    The way print businesses are estimating is changing. Developing technology means you’re more able to adapt your business and improve internal processes, like estimating. But how far can we take this? Matt Cummins (Operations Director at Elle Media Group) and Chris Smyth (Strategic Performance Director at BCQ) chat to Ross and Andy Strand about the people in their businesses who are estimating, the changes they’ve seen in recent years and the common challenges they’re facing in this area. Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Connect with Chris on LinkedIn

    48 min
  3. Interoperability: Print technology needs to speak the same language for better connectivity

    05/25/2023

    Interoperability: Print technology needs to speak the same language for better connectivity

    Every piece of technology in the print industry needs to be interoperable, speaking the same language for better connectivity, Karl Ciz, Partner Success at Zaikio explains. Karl explains to Ross the work that Zaikio are driving and why print technology needs a base layer that allows everyone to communicate in the same language to make the process of connectivity much faster. They discuss developing on JDF technology and the value of receiving data in a format that you can use immediately. Learn more about interoperability in this new episode of The INKspire Podcast.

    53 min
  4. How Dayfold are helping bring print back into university education & improving print training

    04/26/2023

    How Dayfold are helping bring print back into university education & improving print training

    Del Simmons, Managing Director at Dayfold joins us for an episode of The INKspire Podcast to talk about their work to improve print training in university graphic arts courses across the country. He chats to Ross about what inspired this initiative, why there’s a need to address the issue of a lack of print education and the interesting work the group have been doing so far. The initiative is being run by Dayfold, along with representatives from the BPIF, GF Smith, Heidelberg, IPIA, Duplo, HP, Foilco and UEI Falcontec.

    27 min
  5. Building connections: how networking & community helps drive success

    03/27/2023

    Building connections: how networking & community helps drive success

    Brendan Perring, General Manager at IPIA joins us for an episode to explore why a strong sense of community and networking is still so important in the print, packaging & converting industries today. Ross asked Brendan about his experience of building meaningful connections and leveraging community to help drive success while in the middle of a digital bubble. He shares with us about the work that the IPIA do in this area, how businesses can find more success through networking and different ways print professionals can connect with others. Stick around to hear Brendan’s insights on the future of the industry! This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to build strong relationships and achieve greater success. Connect with Brendan on LinkedIn here Find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & TikTok using @tharstern!

    49 min
  6. The importance of system reviews for printers and converters

    01/26/2023

    The importance of system reviews for printers and converters

    System reviews often get overlooked once the software is implemented and workflow is set up. But this is where issues can occur, and opportunities for positive change can get overlooked! Laura Woodward and Andy Strand (Tharstern experts) chat to Ross about why it’s so important for printers and converters to regularly review their systems, and not just your MIS, but the whole workflow. They also discuss the types of personalities you need in your project teams, treating your software like an employee and lots more. Download the Wheel of Growth that Ross mentions. Things to ask yourself that Ross mentions in the episode Things I wish I knew more about in my system?Things I’d like to keep on happening within my system?Things I’d like to stop happening within my system?Things I’d like to start happening that don’t currently?What are our aspirations moving forward?What are our challenges?If I had a magic wand, what would I wave it to fix?Which other systems would we like to integrate with?Find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & TikTok using @tharstern!

    39 min
  7. What INKspire has taught us in 2022

    12/19/2022

    What INKspire has taught us in 2022

    In this special episode, Andy Strand takes over as host and chats to Ross about 4 of the standout episodes from The INKspire Podcast this year. Listen to find out what lessons businesses can take into the New Year and which episode still gives Ross goosebumps when he talks about it. See you all in 2023! Find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & TikTok using @tharstern!

    27 min
  8. Simplify the data analysis process with BI tools for better reporting

    11/28/2022

    Simplify the data analysis process with BI tools for better reporting

    Capitalize the data in your print MIS with Business Intelligence (BI) tools. There are still huge competitive advantages to using BI dashboards to measure & analyze your data, which Dan McLaughlin and Andy Strand explain in this podcast episode. They chat to Ross about the value of visual data provided by these tools and how it can take your data analysis to the next level. Read the blog article mentioned in the episode. Check out Guy in a Cube for Power BI help and advice Find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & TikTok using @tharstern!

    35 min
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In the INKspire podcast, we'll cover an array of topics and trends that influence the print industry including the latest software technology, best practices, culture and motivation. We are big believers of Being Bionic and we'll be covering the three main components of that - people, technology and process. If you have any questions about the podcast, or anything else, feel free to get in touch at inkspire@tharstern.com.

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  • Creator
    Tharstern
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2023
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2023 The INKSPIRE Podcast
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