GITNUXREPORT 2025

Digital Transformation In The Printing Industry Statistics

Majority of printers embrace digital transformation for efficiency and growth.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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45% of printers report that automation has significantly increased their productivity

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60% of printing companies report that digital workflows have reduced turnaround times by at least 20%

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About 54% of printing firms see automation as a key factor in reducing labor costs

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Digital workflows have led to a 25% reduction in labor hours associated with pre-press processes

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72% of print producers believe that automation will be one of the biggest growth drivers in the next 5 years

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72% of print firms plan to automate more aspects of their workflow in the next 2 years

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The global digital printing market is expected to reach $29.84 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 8.3%

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52% of printing firms have invested in cloud-based solutions to facilitate remote operations

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The adoption rate of 3D printing technology in the printing industry has increased by 40% over the last three years

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70% of print service providers plan to increase their investment in digital finishing solutions

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Digital marketing and online ordering platforms have led to a 25% increase in new customer acquisition for printing companies

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42% of printing companies now utilize data analytics to optimize production processes

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55% of print businesses report a higher ROI after implementing digital solutions

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The worldwide market for digital textile printing is projected to grow by a CAGR of 15% through 2029

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37% of print companies have adopted hybrid print/digital workflows to expand capabilities

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68% of print companies have increased their focus on personalization and on-demand printing using digital technologies

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40% of small-to-medium printers plan to upgrade their equipment with digital presses within the next 12 months

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The integration of IoT sensors in printing equipment has increased by 50% in the past 3 years, improving predictive maintenance

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62% of companies say that integrating digital systems has improved customer satisfaction through faster service

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The use of digital twin technology in printing facilities has grown by 20% annually, aiding in process optimization

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74% of print businesses have adopted mobile-friendly platforms to facilitate easier customer engagement

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43% of printers are using digital tools for inventory management and supply chain optimization

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56% of decision makers in the printing industry consider investing in digital training for staff as a priority

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82% of printing companies have increased their use of social media platforms for B2B and B2C marketing after going digital

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50% of print businesses have boosted cross-channel marketing capabilities through digital integration

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30% of printing companies are piloting AI-driven customer service chatbots to improve responsiveness

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The shift toward digital in printing has reduced inventory holding costs by an average of 20%

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55% of printers use digital platforms for supply chain collaboration to enhance transparency and efficiency

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The use of digital print management systems has grown by 60% over the last four years, improving order tracking and quality control

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79% of businesses in the printing industry report that digital tech adoption has improved their ability to meet customer deadlines

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57% of printers have adopted digital credentialing and secure printing technologies to prevent data breaches

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65% of printing companies have adopted digital transformation strategies to improve operational efficiency

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78% of printers see digital transformation as essential to remain competitive

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Digital transformation has enabled 35% of printers to enter new markets, such as packaging and labels, that they previously didn’t serve

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57% of print service providers are investing heavily in cybersecurity measures as part of their digital transformation

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66% of print firms have reported increased revenue due to digital transformation initiatives

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58% of printing companies see digital transformation as a critical driver for innovation in their product offerings

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45% of printing businesses have experienced a steep increase in online sales channels after digital transformation efforts

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54% of small print shops consider digital transformation vital for survival in the modern market

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51% of print companies have reported faster onboarding of new customers due to digital platforms

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61% of business owners say digital transformation has led to better data-driven decision-making

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69% of printers report that digital transformation has enhanced their ability to offer integrated marketing solutions

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38% of small print companies report difficulty in implementing digital transformation due to resource constraints

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75% of print companies using digital solutions have seen improvements in customer retention rates

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47% of firms adopted new digital business models to diversify revenue streams

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63% of print industry respondents believe that digital transformation increases organizational agility

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84% of print companies are actively exploring or implementing data-driven personalization strategies

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The integration of digital solutions has led to a 15% increase in overall profit margins for many printing companies

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68% of industries recognize digital transformation as a strategic priority for future growth, including in the printing sector

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The use of AI and machine learning in printing has increased by 35% in the past two years

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48% of printers are exploring virtual and augmented reality integration for marketing purposes

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70% of print industry executives believe AI will significantly influence future print solutions

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67% of printers use or plan to implement blockchain technology for supply chain transparency

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80% of printers believe digital transformation will be critical for sustainability efforts

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The transition to digital workflows has decreased waste in printing operations by approximately 30%

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23% of printers report that digital transformation has helped reduce their energy consumption

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The adoption of environmentally friendly digital inks has increased by 40% over the past three years, supporting sustainable practices

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34% of print companies are investing in digital power management solutions to reduce energy costs

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Key Highlights

65% of printing companies have adopted digital transformation strategies to improve operational efficiency
The global digital printing market is expected to reach $29.84 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 8.3%
45% of printers report that automation has significantly increased their productivity
52% of printing firms have invested in cloud-based solutions to facilitate remote operations
78% of printers see digital transformation as essential to remain competitive
The adoption rate of 3D printing technology in the printing industry has increased by 40% over the last three years
60% of printing companies report that digital workflows have reduced turnaround times by at least 20%
70% of print service providers plan to increase their investment in digital finishing solutions
The use of AI and machine learning in printing has increased by 35% in the past two years
Digital marketing and online ordering platforms have led to a 25% increase in new customer acquisition for printing companies
42% of printing companies now utilize data analytics to optimize production processes
80% of printers believe digital transformation will be critical for sustainability efforts
55% of print businesses report a higher ROI after implementing digital solutions

In an industry undergoing rapid change, digital transformation is revolutionizing printing companies worldwide—boosting efficiency, reducing costs, and opening new markets—making it essential for survival in today’s competitive landscape.

Automation and Workflow Enhancements

45% of printers report that automation has significantly increased their productivity
60% of printing companies report that digital workflows have reduced turnaround times by at least 20%
About 54% of printing firms see automation as a key factor in reducing labor costs
Digital workflows have led to a 25% reduction in labor hours associated with pre-press processes
72% of print producers believe that automation will be one of the biggest growth drivers in the next 5 years
72% of print firms plan to automate more aspects of their workflow in the next 2 years

Automation and Workflow Enhancements Interpretation

With over 70% of printing companies betting on automation as a major growth driver, it's clear that digital workflows are transforming the industry from cost-cutting tricks to printing's turbocharged future—reducing turnaround times and labor hours, all while raising the question: is the press now powering itself?

Digital Adoption and Market Trends

The global digital printing market is expected to reach $29.84 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 8.3%
52% of printing firms have invested in cloud-based solutions to facilitate remote operations
The adoption rate of 3D printing technology in the printing industry has increased by 40% over the last three years
70% of print service providers plan to increase their investment in digital finishing solutions
Digital marketing and online ordering platforms have led to a 25% increase in new customer acquisition for printing companies
42% of printing companies now utilize data analytics to optimize production processes
55% of print businesses report a higher ROI after implementing digital solutions
The worldwide market for digital textile printing is projected to grow by a CAGR of 15% through 2029
37% of print companies have adopted hybrid print/digital workflows to expand capabilities
68% of print companies have increased their focus on personalization and on-demand printing using digital technologies
40% of small-to-medium printers plan to upgrade their equipment with digital presses within the next 12 months
The integration of IoT sensors in printing equipment has increased by 50% in the past 3 years, improving predictive maintenance
62% of companies say that integrating digital systems has improved customer satisfaction through faster service
The use of digital twin technology in printing facilities has grown by 20% annually, aiding in process optimization
74% of print businesses have adopted mobile-friendly platforms to facilitate easier customer engagement
43% of printers are using digital tools for inventory management and supply chain optimization
56% of decision makers in the printing industry consider investing in digital training for staff as a priority
82% of printing companies have increased their use of social media platforms for B2B and B2C marketing after going digital
50% of print businesses have boosted cross-channel marketing capabilities through digital integration
30% of printing companies are piloting AI-driven customer service chatbots to improve responsiveness
The shift toward digital in printing has reduced inventory holding costs by an average of 20%
55% of printers use digital platforms for supply chain collaboration to enhance transparency and efficiency
The use of digital print management systems has grown by 60% over the last four years, improving order tracking and quality control
79% of businesses in the printing industry report that digital tech adoption has improved their ability to meet customer deadlines
57% of printers have adopted digital credentialing and secure printing technologies to prevent data breaches

Digital Adoption and Market Trends Interpretation

As digital transformation propels the printing industry into a future where personalization, efficiency, and customer engagement are printing their way to higher ROI—while tradition makes way for cloud-based, data-driven workflows that both cut costs and boost satisfaction—it's clear that in this industry, going digital isn't just a trend, it's the ink that writes the new chapter.

Digital Transformation and Business Impact

65% of printing companies have adopted digital transformation strategies to improve operational efficiency
78% of printers see digital transformation as essential to remain competitive
Digital transformation has enabled 35% of printers to enter new markets, such as packaging and labels, that they previously didn’t serve
57% of print service providers are investing heavily in cybersecurity measures as part of their digital transformation
66% of print firms have reported increased revenue due to digital transformation initiatives
58% of printing companies see digital transformation as a critical driver for innovation in their product offerings
45% of printing businesses have experienced a steep increase in online sales channels after digital transformation efforts
54% of small print shops consider digital transformation vital for survival in the modern market
51% of print companies have reported faster onboarding of new customers due to digital platforms
61% of business owners say digital transformation has led to better data-driven decision-making
69% of printers report that digital transformation has enhanced their ability to offer integrated marketing solutions
38% of small print companies report difficulty in implementing digital transformation due to resource constraints
75% of print companies using digital solutions have seen improvements in customer retention rates
47% of firms adopted new digital business models to diversify revenue streams
63% of print industry respondents believe that digital transformation increases organizational agility
84% of print companies are actively exploring or implementing data-driven personalization strategies
The integration of digital solutions has led to a 15% increase in overall profit margins for many printing companies
68% of industries recognize digital transformation as a strategic priority for future growth, including in the printing sector

Digital Transformation and Business Impact Interpretation

While nearly two-thirds of printing companies have jumped into digital transformation to boost efficiency and unlock new markets, those still hesitating risk being left behind in a rapidly digitalizing industry that now prizes data-driven innovation and cybersecurity equally with toner and ink.

Emerging Technologies and Innovation

The use of AI and machine learning in printing has increased by 35% in the past two years
48% of printers are exploring virtual and augmented reality integration for marketing purposes
70% of print industry executives believe AI will significantly influence future print solutions
67% of printers use or plan to implement blockchain technology for supply chain transparency

Emerging Technologies and Innovation Interpretation

As the printing industry accelerates into the digital era—with AI and AR revolutionizing marketing, blockchain enhancing transparency, and leaders betting heavily on AI’s transformative potential—it's clear that the ink of tradition is giving way to the digital palette shaping its future.

Sustainability and Digital Strategy

80% of printers believe digital transformation will be critical for sustainability efforts
The transition to digital workflows has decreased waste in printing operations by approximately 30%
23% of printers report that digital transformation has helped reduce their energy consumption
The adoption of environmentally friendly digital inks has increased by 40% over the past three years, supporting sustainable practices
34% of print companies are investing in digital power management solutions to reduce energy costs

Sustainability and Digital Strategy Interpretation

With 80% of printers viewing digital transformation as vital for sustainability, it’s clear that embracing digital workflows and eco-friendly innovations isn't just about efficiency—it’s charting a greener future for the print industry’s footprints.