Resilient by Design: Standardizing Print Production for a Changing Landscape

A Supply Chain Lunch & Learn


Tuesday, April 8, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (EDT)
This webinar will be held via Zoom.
Category: Supply Chain Lunch & Learn Series

Description

In today’s unpredictable market, print production must evolve to remain efficient and resilient. As supply chain challenges such as rapid technological shifts and legislative changes reshape the industry, standardizing print production specifications has become a critical strategy for future-proofing operations.

Join us for an insightful conversation with industry expert Matt Kennel (Versa Press), who will discuss how unified production standards can streamline workflows, reduce operational risks, and boost overall efficiency—even in uncertain times. Learn practical strategies and innovative approaches that not only safeguard your production processes but also drive sustainable growth.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is ideal for print production managers, publishers, operations directors, designers, and supply chain professionals seeking to enhance their production processes through standardization. Whether you’re looking to optimize efficiency, mitigate risks, or future-proof your print operations, this session will provide actionable insights for navigating today’s challenging landscape.

About the Speaker

Matt Kennel is executive director of sales and fourth-generation management at Versa Press, an industry leader in U.S. Book Manufacturing. At Versa, he works at the cross-section of book publishing and book manufacturing, bringing a deep understanding of the global book publishing supply chain to the company and its book publishing clients. Matt is responsible for managing its ERP system, advising on and integrating new technologies and equipment in its operations, and rolling those capabilities out to publisher clients. 

About the Supply Chain Lunch & Learn Series 

BISG's Supply Chain Lunch & Learns are always highly interactive, so you'll have a chance to contribute at the session. If you have any specific questions you'd like us to cover in this Lunch & Learn, you may send them in advance to info@bisg.org or simply add them to the chat during the session.

To allow participants to speak—and not just type questions—these sessions are conducted in a Zoom meeting (rather than webinar) format. Please take a moment to ensure that your microphone is muted until you'd like to contribute. While we encourage you to attend the live session, the conversation will be recorded and shared with registrants after the session takes place.

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For More Information:

Liz Bartek

Liz Bartek

Marketing & Communications Manager, Book Industry Study Group