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Getting Started with Email Marketing
Come to AGS University on Wednesday, March 10 for an in-depth look at getting started with email marketing. This workshop will take you through the tools and features in Constant Contact email marketing system. You’ll learn:
- How to create an email and set up your account options
- Add signup boxes to your website and emails
- How to load a list and build your campaign
- Branding, text editing and other shortcuts to save time and give your emails a professional, polished look
We’ll discuss ways to improve the look and feel of your emails in an effort to increase response and results. We’ll cover fonts, sizing, images, and more! Sign up today, seating is limited.
Sign up for AGS U today!December 2009: Now in its 26th year, the Printing Impressions 400 provides the industry’s most comprehensive ranking of the leading printing companies in the United States and Canada.
Associates Graphic Services has earned a place on this list of leading graphic communication companies for the fourth year in a row. “We’re on this list and will continue to be because we believe in constant improvement in our processes and the applications we offer our customers” said Dave Zamorski, COO of Associates Graphic Services.
AGS' COO Presents "Bridging the Conventional and Digital Color Worlds"
Color Management Conference, December 6-8, 2009
Location: Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Address: 11111 North 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Make plans now to come to the 11th annual Color Management Conference. This is the conference for beginners and experts alike bringing together the who’s who of the color management industry.
For years, the Printing Industries of America's Color Management Conference has provided attendees the best advice on how to select the right technology and learn best practices they can take back to the plant immediately.
The 2009 conference is packed with advice from industry experts, a vast array of technology to review and try for yourself, and a plethora of practitioners and experts who will be on hand to help you better understand the intricacies of color management. Plus, you will have the opportunity to check out the latest developments that make color management work for you.
Past attendees are reaping the powerful benefits of color management. And now you can, too!
Who Should Attend?
Everyone from those who have not started the journey of color management through experienced adopters of the technology—including a digital photographers, graphic designers, publishers, art directors, packaging professionals, prepress managers, press supervisors, production managers, and quality control managers.
The conference will have sessions of interest to all of the following professionals:
- Creative professionals
- Digital and wide format printers
- Professionals new to color management
- Packaging professionals
- Photographers
- Prepress and proofing professionals
For more info, please visit: http://www.printing.org/page/5699
Dave Zamorski to Speak at 2010 ON DEMAND Conference & Expo
Web2Print2Ship: 5 Mistakes to Avoid when Developing a “Touchless” Multi-Vendor Workflow
All print shops are facing a tremendous amount of pressure to “do more with less” and drive as much cost out of the business as possible. This session presents a case study examining the challenges, lessons learned and results of a “touchless” workflow application involving multiple vendors.
• How to make individual software applications shift from an island of automation
into one completely integrated technology—even when they come from multiple vendors.
• The business benefits of reducing touch-points in an end-to-end workflow, and how to compromise neither the integrity of the process nor the quality of the printed piece.
• When industry standards can streamline the workflow process—and when they can’t.
• The “before and after pictures” of an established mid-sized graphic arts provider.
Conference: April 19-22, 2010
Exhibits: April 20-22, 2010
Pennsylvania Convention Center | Philadelphia, PA
www.ondemandexpo.comAGS focuses on the tools and technologies to improve communication – online or off. To help serve our clients better and share our knowledge, we’ve joined Twitter (
www.Twitter.com/MktgInspiration).
We’ll be sharing tips on making your marketing campaigns more successful. Feel free to connect with us, follow us, send us a message. We welcome questions and feedback. April, from our marketing department, will be the main point of contact for the AGS Twitter presence. We’ll keep you updated as more of the team joins!
AGS Wins 2009 Gold Ink Award
AGS wins with Treasure Chest Mailer
AGS has been selected as a Bronze winner of the 2009 Gold Ink Awards. The Gold Ink award competition, now in its 22nd year, has earned the reputation for attracting the highest quality of work from printing professionals throughout North America.
AGS won this prestigious award for a promtional piece they produced to drive booth attendance at the DMA08 show. The award was presented for excellence in Digital Printing, Variable Data, and Personalization.
COO Featured on What They Think Video Series
Today, Dave Zamorski appeared on a What They Think Video about being proactive and increasing ROI for clients. He highlights efforts made by AGS to boost ROI for customers as well as streamline production in-house; both areas will help sustain AGS through these tough economic times. Dave’s continued focus on ROI means higher productivity for AGS, and better value for clients.
View the video online here.
AGS Wins Two Neographics Printing Competition Awards
Xerox DMA Promotional Mailer and Let AGS Take You Campaign both score Franklin Award for Excellence for AGS
Associates Graphic Services was recognized for outstanding achievement in the Neographics 2009 Printing Competition. Competing against hundreds of entries from printing and graphic firms throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware, AGS received two Franklin Awards for Excellence for campaigns they created for a Xerox DMA show promotional mailer and a business to business acquisition program titled “Let AGS Take You Where You Want to Go . The announcement was made May 7th during the Graphic Arts Association’s 2009 Neographics Exhibition and Award Ceremony, held at the Union League with more than 450 industry professionals in attendance. The Neographics Competition is the largest and oldest regional printing competition in the nation.
“We are so proud of our team here at AGS” said Karen Keenan, Director of Marketing for AGS, “They are the best in the business. Without these outstanding employees and their dedication to creativity and quality, winning these awards would not have been possible. This achievement is an honor for everyone here.”
AGS has been producing variable data-driven work for direct marketing professionals since 1998. Today they boast the most versatile and expansive array of digital and conventional equipment in the region producing a wide variety of marketing communication products focusing on delivering the right application to deliver the highest ROI for your marketing budget. Services include electronic pre-press, digital and commercial printing, variable data marketing programs, web-to-print solutions, bindery and mailing services.
Media Contacts:
Karen Keenan, Associates Graphic Services, 302-656-4500 x113, kkeenan@agsprint.com
The Graphic Arts Association is a 350-plus member trade association headquartered in Trevose, PA representing the printing industry in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Printing is the fifth largest manufacturing industry in the country and our region ranks fifth in volume. The Graphic Arts Association is an affiliate of Printing Industries of America.
AGS RECEIVES 2009 TORCH AWARD FOR MARKETPLACE ETHICS
AGS to be honored at the Better Business Bureau’s 44th annual dinner
WILMINGTON, DE, April 21, 2009 – The Better Business Bureau of Delaware will be honoring Associates Graphic Services at its 44th annual dinner at the Hotel DuPont on April 22, 2009 as the winner of the 2009 Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics. This award illuminates the importance of corporate conscience and responsibility to upholding a fair and honest marketplace. The BBB honors those companies it truly feels operate with the highest degree of integrity.
“We have always tried to adhere to practices that give long-term value to our customers, employees, and vendors”, stated Charles Copeland, President of Associates Graphic Services. “It is truly an honor to be formally recognized for something that is part of the backbone of what has fueled the growth of AGS for the last 35 years”.
AGS boasts the most versatile and expansive array of digital and conventional printing equipment in the region focusing on delivering the right application to achieve the highest ROI for your marketing budget. Services include electronic pre-press, digital and commercial printing, variable data marketing programs, web-to-print solutions, mailing, and fulfillment services.
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AGS Inspire™ Adds Inspiration to Print Projects
If you want to command the attention of your clients and prospects, AGS Inspire™ is the perfect choice. Combining the power of personalization with breathtaking images, this tool will increase the effectiveness of your next campaign by attracting and keeping the attention of readers. There is no limit to the creativity you can apply to your next project.
Find a font from our library that meets your needs or have us create a custom one just for you! Click on our test drive below to see what we mean by eye popping graphics. You really have to see it to believe it. Call AGS today for more information at 302-656-4500.
Click http://www.AGSprint.com/Inspire/ now to test drive AGS Inspire™
AGS Wins Two in NAPL Marketing Excellence Awards
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
PARAMUS, N.J -- NAPL, the not-for-profit management association for business excellence in the printing and graphic communications industry, announced the winners in the first Marketing Excellence Awards Program. In total, 15 companies were recognized with 24 honors including 7 Gold, 9 Silver and 8 Bronze awards. The 24 awards represented a small portion of the total entries received, indicative of the increasing importance marketing plays throughout the industry. A panel of judges reviewed and deliberated over the wealth of entries during a three-day period with two judges reviewing and scoring each application.
"I was impressed with the quality of the entries," states Susan Wittner, former Marketing Director at AGFA and one of the program judges. "What became apparent is that many companies are investing great talent, energy and dollars to their marketing programs. That said, some of the winners submitted very simple programs that, through defined metrics, proved their effectiveness and ability to reach their intended audience."
"Our investment in creating a long term, strategic marketing plan is key to our future as a company," COO Dave Zamorski said, "Winning these awards serves as evidence that our programs are top of the line. This will help differentiate us from the competition".
Awards will be presented at the upcoming NAPL Top Management Conference in Tucson, AZ during a special marketing luncheon on Tuesday, March 17 moderated by Mark Potter, publisher of Canvas Magazine. AGS won awards in two categories:
Sales Support - Silver: Let AGS Take You Where You Want to Go
Community Events - Bronze: AGS University Campaign
AGS 1:1 Communications
Another benefit of doing business with AGS is our helpful 1:1 newsletters and eNewsletters. These quarterly communications are sent to help you stay on top of the latest info on relevant, personalized campaigns.
Click here to sign up. And please be sure to add our domain
@agsprint.com to your safe senders list so that you don't miss out!
COO Dave Zamorski to speak on 2009 Survival Guide at What They Think.com
2009 Survival Guide: Staying in the Game
It’s not news that 2009 is shaping up to be a difficult economic year, although it is just about all you hear on the news. But in any time of economic turmoil, there are always positive actions that can be taken to emerge a stronger, well-positioned organization when the turnaround comes—and it will eventually come. Hear from an innovative, successful print service provider who is making the tough decisions and preparing for a positive future...
Associates Graphic Services COO chosen as only customer speaker at Xerox Global Business & Strategic
Each year Xerox hosts their vendor partners at a meeting to discuss strategic direction for the coming year. It is at this meeting that the Xerox Business Partner of the Year awards are presented by the Xerox Global Business & Strategic Marketing Group, which brings to market the full portfolio of Xerox document solutions, software and systems for production and office environments. This year, Dave Zamorski, AGS Chief Operating Officer was asked to speak, representing the voice of the customer on how Xerox and their vendors can better work with their customers. “To be chosen to represent customers across the globe to deliver the customer’s perspective was a real honor”, said Zamorski.
AGS Featured in January 2009 issue of American Printer Magazine
Automation Pays
Jan 1, 2009 12:00 PM, By Jill Roth
Associates Graphic Services (AGS) (Wilmington, DE) is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a bang. Founded in 1969 as a type house, AGS has evolved into a highly automated offset and digital operation, as evidenced by its 2008 CIPPI Award. The printer won first place honors for the “biggest improvement in efficiency and customer responsiveness as a result of process automation.”
“I'm a big proponent of reducing touches in your operation,” says Dave Zamorski, COO. “When a new piece of equipment or software is considered, we always look at how many touches it will eliminate in the process. Every time you eliminate a touch, you increase your profitability.”
Read the full article here: http://americanprinter.com/work-flow/automation-pays-0109/
AGS’ Dave Zamorski to share invaluable insight into the hottest print application around at the PODI
Dave Zamorski, COO of Associates Graphic Services will speak on two separate panels discussing how to implement an award winning web-to-print solution that will give your company total control over your print procurement process, brand identity, and collateral inventory while improving turnaround time, lower overall costs of procurement, and gain total control of your brand across your entire business.
January 19th through January 21st hundreds of print and marketing service providers and enterprise marketers will come to the PODI Application Forum for unique education and networking opportunities. You'll cross paths with business owners and executives, sales and marketing managers and teams, IT and technology directors. Beginner or experienced users looking for fresh ideas will learn the amazing opportunities digital print opens up for increased marketing relevance and ROI and how it can impact your business.
The PODi AppForum is the only educational conference dedicated to all aspects of digital print, from applications and operations to marketing and selling.
· Topics you’re interested in – over 30 sessions featuring great speakers, brilliant strategies and revolutionary case studies
· Viewpoints you want to hear – keynote speakers with different perspectives and invaluable insights
· Vendors with answers – leading vendors with new ideas to help your business grow
· People you want to meet – peers from every part of the digital universe are here to network and share experiences
Visit www.podi.org to register.
AGS Featured in Best in Business Article
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AGS Streamlining with Lean Manufacturing in latest issue of Delaware Business Magazine
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AGS takes Four for Four in Neographics Awards Competition
Facing stiff competition, AGS came out on top in four categories for 2008: Booklets (4 color or more) with the Hagley Library Guide Booklet, Posters (4 color or more) with “Delaware Beach Posters” series of 5 from The News Journal, Catalogs – smaller than 8.5 x 11 (4 colors or more) with “Mt. Cuba Trilliums Book”, and Brochures (4 colors or more) for our very own AGS Brochure.
The Neographics competition is one of the nation's largest regional graphic communications contests in which graphic arts, packaging, converting, design and publishing excellence is selected and showcased. This competition is a contest dedicated to recognizing and rewarding the quality and service that is provided by graphic communications companies like AGS in printing, packaging and converting industries.
President Charles Copeland of AGS to Speak on Lean Manufacturing at Legislative Brunch
President Charles Copeland of Associates Graphic Services to Speak on Lean Enterprise Manufacturing success at the
DELAWARE STATE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
"MADE IN DELAWARE"
The Spring Legislative Brunch &
Annual Manufacturing Celebration
March 19, 2008
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Democratic gubernatorial primary candidates Lt. Gov. John Carney and State Treasurer Jack Markell will address manufacturers at the State Chamber's Annual Manufacturing Celebration, Wednesday, March 19 at the Dover Sheraton.
The event, which is presented by the State Chamber, Delaware Manufacturing Association and Delaware Manufacturing Extension Partnership will also include a success story/case study on Lean Enterprise and tabletop exhibits.
Lean Enterprise
The Lean Enterprise revolution is here. It establishes a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow throughout your company. Joining this revolution will not only help you increase productivity and capacity, but it will also help you develop and implement a long-term plan to streamline your operation for success. Discuss Lean Enterprise initiatives with President Charles Copeland of Associates Graphic Services and a Daimler Chrysler, LLC representative who will share their experiences and progress with the Lean Enterprise.
The Chamber's Spring Legislative Brunch immediately follows the manufacturing program and will feature keynote remarks by Gov. Ruth Ann Minner and the presentation of the State Chamber's 2008 Legislative Agenda. The entire morning-long program gives Delaware businesspeople the opportunity to share their issues and goals with legislators and state officials.
The Manufacturing Celebration begins at 8:00 a.m. with registration and networking among the tabletop exhibits. The program runs from 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Registration for the Brunch begins at 10:30 a.m. Brunch runs from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Registration is $45 for Delaware State Chamber members and $55 for non-members. Exhibits tables are $200/no electric; $225 with electric.
Sponsored By:
• Delaware Manufacturing Association • Delaware Manufacturing Extension Partnership
• Delaware State Chamber of Commerce • Integrated Manufacturing and Assembly
• Agilent Technologies • AstraZeneca
AGS is a certified ClingZ printer
$4 million – Amount we spent upgrading equipment last year.
$120,000 – The cost to improve our automated workflow system, so we can operate even more efficiently.
85 – Percent of electronic files we receive that need correcting before we can produce a perfect print job.
PODi, the Digital Printing Initiative
PODi, the Digital Printing Initiative, recently announced the release of the 2007
Best Practices in Digital Print case studies. Fifty-two new case studies from around the globe have been added to PODi’s online database, including our work for Wesley College. Each application was chosen based on its ability to solve a communication need, the results it achieved, and its illustration of PODi’s best practice principles. This year’s collection covers 11 vertical markets and a wide variety of business applications. Each case study includes objectives and results of the application, a description of the solution, images of the printed pieces, and information on the hardware and software used to produce the application.
AGS Takes Silver in 2006 DICE Awards
AGS won the
2006 Silver DICE (Digital Imaging Customer Exchange) AWARD for “Best Personalized Customer Retention Program” awarded in Las Vegas, NV. AGS won the Silver for the solutions they provided for Wesley College, located in Dover, DE. The winning submission demonstrated how AGS was integral in helping Wesley keep their customers loyal, as well as assisting Wesley to increase opportunities to promote additional (products/services) to an expanded market.
Best in Business Award (2005)
AGS received The News Journal's Best in Business Award recognizing outstanding companies in Delaware. The category: Manufacturing – Up and Coming.
Press Releases
AGS Spreads Support for Troops Overseas
Barclaycard US Campaign Strikes Gold in 2009 International MarCom Awards
Associates Graphic Services Takes Home Best of Show Award for Direct Marketing Excellence
AGS Receives Top Honors at International Graphics Show
US Department of Energy Recognizes AGS
AGS Wins Silver in 21st Annual Gold Ink Awards Competition
Associates Graphic Services Wins Award for Direct Marketing Excellence
Forest Stewardship Council Recognizes AGS as CoC Certified
Associates Graphic Services Takes Silver in Digital Printing’s Prestigious Industry Awards
Workflow Improvement, Pending Projects and Volume Justified Another iGen3
It’s Easy Being Green - New Digital Printing Solutions Help Preserve Trees
Associates Graphic Services Uses Two Xerox iGen3 Digital Presses to Print Custom Campaigns
AGS Bets On Igen3 Digital Press To Keep Customers Loyal In Increasingly Competitive Arena
AGS Featured in American Printer Magazine