Navigating Our Shifting Economy: How We Keep Quality High and Costs Low

At Progress Printing Plus, we understand the challenges facing the printing industry as tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and rising operational costs continue to impact businesses. Despite these obstacles, our commitment remains the same—to provide top-quality printing services while helping our clients stay within budget.

So, how do we maintain quality amidst industry challenges?

Managing Paper Costs

Recent tariffs, particularly those on imports from Canada and China, have driven up the cost of raw materials like pulp, increasing paper prices across the industry. Progress Printing Plus primarily sources paper from domestic suppliers, allowing us to mitigate potential cost increases. We closely monitor market trends to ensure our clients continue to receive high-quality paper at competitive prices.

Addressing Ink & Plate Price Increases

Tariffs on key chemicals imported from China have contributed to higher raw material costs for ink production. Likewise, changes in trade policies have led to increased costs for aluminum lithographic printing plates. While these cost adjustments have already taken place, we remain focused on optimizing efficiencies and exploring cost-saving strategies to maintain high-quality, budget-friendly printing solutions.

Staying Ahead of Postal Rate Increases

We remain proactive in monitoring USPS communications to anticipate and manage any future changes in mailing costs, ensuring seamless and cost-effective shipping for our clients.

 Managing Postal Rate Increases, Freight Costs, and Delivery Delays

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has not yet announced rate increases for July 2025, but we are staying current on any announcements. Fluctuating freight costs and global supply chain disruptions have created logistical challenges for many industries. To control costs, Progress Printing Plus leverages freight consolidation services and strategic partnerships, ensuring competitive shipping rates. Additionally, while some international paper shipments face delays, we take a forward-thinking approach by maintaining an abundant inventory within the U.S., ensuring seamless project fulfillment and on-time delivery.

Navigating Paper Increases

Inflation has significantly impacted the printing industry, driving up material prices, packaging costs, and transportation expenses. Domestic paper mills have announced up to 5% price increases across various product lines, with the potential for further hikes later in the year. While print demand typically dips in the first half of the year, we continuously evaluate pricing trends to provide cost-effective solutions for our clients.

Your Trusted Partner in Printing

At Progress Printing Plus, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality printing solutions while helping our clients navigate the evolving industry landscape. By staying ahead of market shifts and proactively managing costs, we ensure that your print projects are executed with precision, efficiency, and budget-conscious strategies.

Let us help you achieve exceptional print results—without breaking the bank. Contact Progress Printing Plus today to learn more about our cost-effective solutions tailored to your needs.