PSU Print Portal Update

In April, IPG reported that Penn State’s Multimedia & Print Center had just launched a Print Portal, an e-commerce site through which all PSU printing would flow.

Since then, more than 100 jobs have been bid through the Portal, according to Director Abbas Badani, and customers are pleased with the efficiency of the process and the cost savings. The process has generated known savings of over $35,000 (based on identical jobs done in the past) with actual savings estimated at around $50,000+. Most customers are pleasantly surprised at the ease of use and the long-term adminsitrative efficiencies possible.

The PSU Print Portal puts all vendors (including the in-plant) on a level playing field. Vendors bid electronically and jobs are awarded according to best value. The Portal tracks job status, shows job price history and scores vendors on pricing, service, quality and on-time delivery.