Posts tagged Technology
Point Imaging Launches Free Online Help Desk!
Aug 17th
Hey What’s Fresh nation! We just launched a very cool and very free online help desk to better serve our clients and anyone else seeking help with their graphics planning.
The audio/video help desk is supported by online video webchat giant Skype. If you haven’t heard of Skype yet, watch the Oprah Show. Using Skype, Oprah [...]
Project Spotlight: Something Fishy
Aug 15th
Its summer and that means swimming, camping and fishing. Better head over to Orvis to pick up the latest in fly fishing gear.
Speaking of Orvis…we recently produced and installed some pretty cool faux stained glass graphics for a few of their new select stores. Keeping cost down and maintaining an authentic look were two concerns [...]
Eco-Suave: Repurposing Used Banners
Jun 16th
For companies that have committed to eco-sustainability, there remains the question of how to dispose of printed material once it’s been used? Much of the materials we print on are recyclable or biodegadable, but not all. This creates opportunity to develop unique ways to repurpose materials such as printed banner.
One such way is by using printed banner [...]
Possibly the Greatest Smartphone Tip Ever…
May 14th
It amazes me how many people I come across that do not know one of life’s greatest Blackberry tips. Of course I am speaking of Blackberry owners who, much like myself, rely heavily on our little genius devices for anything from work to entertainment to keeping up with the family.
The tip I am talking about is [...]
Green Graphics: Online Resource
May 12th
For those members who seek eco-friendly alternatives to some of the more common substrates used in printed signage and visual marketing , we have created an online green substrate chart of the various eco-friendly materials Point Imaging offers.
iPhone Apps for Business: FedEx Mobile
Apr 8th
This week’s iPhone business app came out last year, but you may have missed it. Its the mobile FedEx app and it is can be helpful for those of us who manage more than the occasional shipment.
Clearly, this is a “business first” app. You will need a fedex.com user ID and password to take full [...]
iPhone Application for Your Designers- ColorExpert
Mar 17th
Designers know inspiration can come anywhere at anytime. Just look around. Some of the best ideas are waiting for you in the real world away from the studio. Now with Color Expert, you’ll have the tools to capture the moment, the moment a color captures you.
Look down. See the color of that Pomegranate in your [...]
Retail Technology: SmartPhone Coupons
Mar 10th
Although it is still a relatively new concept, mobile coupons, accessible through Smart Phones, are catching on quick. This week, retail giant Target announced that it will allow shoppers to present digital coupons at checkout. Target says it will be the first major nationwide retailer to implement bar-code technology in all of it’s stores.
A consumer opts-in [...]
The Difference Makers: Online Quote Requests
Mar 10th
We face many of the same obstacles our clients face during the work week. There never seems to be enough time to catch up with all that is required of us. In today’s business landscape and it’s recovery moving forward, we find ourselves taking on more responsibilities that, in the past, may have been handled by a position that no longer exists. This creates a time crunch.
Helpful Tip: Google Docs is a Life-Saver
Mar 3rd
Last weekend I found myself in a very frustrating situation that may sound familiar to some of you. I was working on a big Power Point project from home that was due Monday. I thought I had everything I needed, until I needed it.
Eco-Suave: Meet Big Momma
Feb 22nd
“BBW seeks companion to share large volume output while maintaining sustainability. Searching for partner who enjoys eco-friendliness, vibrant colors, outdoor durability and a maintenance-free relationship. All interested parties please contact Point Imaging, c/o Big Momma!
Be Honest…Does Social Media Marketing Really Work?
Feb 16th
I am often asked whether the efforts we put into social media marketing pay off with any real results. With over two years experience in using social media sites such as Myspace, Facebook, Twitter and Blogspot for business, I feel like my experience is as valuable as anybody’s.
Social media marketing will give you exactly what you [...]
Wow! Over 450 Responses in the First Week!
Feb 14th
Thank you to all of the wonderful and amazing people who have signed up for the weekly What’s Fresh e-newsletter! I have had the priviledge of having extended conversation with several of you already. We are launching the first issue on Tuesday! There were over 450 responses in the first three days!
What’s Fresh is an easy to [...]
Marketing 101: Need a Game Plan? Try the Free-Flickr
Feb 9th
As more companies begin using social media sites such as Twitter, Facebook and Blogspot to reach their client base, one site that often goes ignored is Flickr.com. In this visual world, Flickr can be a powerful marketing tool. It is free and allows you to upload up to 100 mb of photos and two videos each calendar month.
It [...]
Social Media Helps Spread Our Message
Feb 1st
American Printer magazine recently wrote an article about print companies using social media as a means of communicating with their clients. Point Imaging was featured in the article as a company that grasps the importance of social media and the direction in which how we communicate with clients in changing.
The story was written by [...]
Y2K… 10?
Jan 7th
Ten years after the Year 2000 mess a new time keeping bug has cropped up in some computer systems. This article out of Berlin by Kate Connolly describes how millions have been left without a debit or credit card.
A 2010 software bug has left millions of German debit and credit card holders unable to [...]
7-Eleven sees success with prepaid gaming cards
Dec 23rd
Dallas: From the 7-Eleven NewsRoom (December 21, 2009) 7-Eleven has seen triple-digit growth in prepaid gaming cards. Cards doubled in sales over the past year, while 7-Eleven stores doubled its selection. With more than 30 titles, 7-Eleven stores carry one of the largest selections of prepaid gaming cards among U.S. retailers…
Storage Upgrades!
Dec 14th
One of the largest hurdles I encounter daily is the ever increasing need for storage.
The prepress department is directly responsible for getting your images processed for print. They deal with TONS of images ranging from a few to several hundred megabytes depending on the File Specifications, dimensions, and so on. We had gotten by for [...]
The most anticipated game of the year!
Nov 20th
The most anticipated game of the year was released last week. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare 2 follows up with Soap and the rest of the rangers five years after the original Modern Warfare concludes. Much like the original the story is captivating and you truly feel for the characters. However, the single player [...]
Hot New Gadget: The New IPod Nano
Sep 8th
Here’s some cool news from the digital music world. Apple recently announced the release of their latest version of the Ipod Nano. Each Ipod received upgrades, but the Nano line got the biggest changes. A tiny camera, built-in speakers and a larger screen were all added to enhance the already popular device. The new Nano [...]