Features

A question of necessity
The human body is an organic marvel, able to cope with so much. But Covid-19, as a new virus from which there is very little immunity, has wrought havoc. And not just on people, but on personal...

Extraordinary measures for extraordinary events
Coronavirus is an extraordinary event. While some sectors have done well in the downturn – video conferencing, online retail and groceries to name but a few – print, in some sectors at least, has had...

Grab your chance to bounce back
The fact that coronavirus should be a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic is irrelevant; it’s with us and has caused global carnage leaving governments around the world struggling to cope.

Being the boss in unprecedented times
When it’s very, very tough at the top. Part one of a two-part special feature where a variety of industry MDs and CEOs share their experiences of being a business leader during an unprecedented period...

Mercian delivers a natural solution for eco brewer
Hobsons Brewery’s very own wind turbine, Windy Wendy, powers around a third of its requirements while solar panels and other technologies, plus the use of locally sourced ingredients and suppliers...

Q&A: Ian Doel, owner, Freelance Print Staff
Ian is 47 and has been in print since he was 16, starting off with a print apprenticeship. Of the industry he says: “I love it, so many great people.” He lives with his two children in Southsea and...

Rising star: Hamza Loonat, business analyst and implementation manager, Paragon Customer Communications
Hamza is 22 and approaching the fourth anniversary of joining the industry as an apprentice at Paragon CC.

60 seconds with Trade Canvas Print
Trade Canvas Print began life in 2005 “a bit by accident”. Managing director Ben Fecci had a knee operation which didn’t go to plan, which meant he had a lot of time on his hands but limited mobility.

Getting away from it all
Generous holiday entitlement is one of the most valuable rewards an employer can give and while the law demands a statutory minimum, many employees receive a contractual right to more. But despite the...

Killer App: Saxon applies special brew to craft ale case for Beer Factory
Since 2014, The London Beer Factory has been brewing its premium craft beer in the heart of South East London. But with demand for premium brews increasing in recent years, differentiating from rivals...

Overmatter: Pooch personalisation
Overmatter loves coming across dogs in print – in fact a couple can be found in the mentions on the previous pages.

60 seconds with... Gowise Print
Gowise Print was created by the parents of current owner Nick Gorvin in 1983.

Beautiful minds, Brilliant results
Not everyone’s brain works the same way and those who diverge are too often maligned, but employing those who think differently can bring real benefits.

Contract killers
Deals are done every minute of the day and every day of the week; some informal, others by written contract. Most are carried out seamlessly, but there are occasions where agreements fall apart...

Commission accomplished
Every commercial operation needs good salespeople if they are to sell their products, but while pay can be easier to set for some employees, it has been notoriously difficult to create a commission...