Guest Andy Paparozzi, chief economist for PRINTING United Alliance comments on findings of the Print Business Outlook Series Wide-Format Report for Fall 2025, conducted by PRINTING United Alliance and sponsored by Canon USA Inc. The discussion highlights the anticipated economic challenges in the wide-format printing industry, and compares those expectations for the realities of today.

Discussions address how businesses are adapting through capital investments, productivity improvements, and embracing technology such as AI. Further, it emphasizes the importance of maintaining focus, company culture, commitment to navigate through uncertain business conditions, and shares strategies to capitalize on disruptions, ensuring businesses emerge stronger.

00:00 Introduction to the Wide-Format Report

00:22 Economic Slowdown and Tariff Concerns

02:03 Impact of Tariffs on the Printing Industry

04:56 Strategies for Navigating Uncertainty

06:58 Survey Insights and Industry Challenges

10:34 Productivity and Core Services

27:31 Embracing AI and Technological Disruptions

33:07 Conclusion and Future Outlook