Is Something MISsing At Your Shop?
This can be time consuming but the more you know about your shop the better. You will find out a lot more about your shop while you are doing this. The process forces you to look closely at each operation and break it down into smaller components, making for much more accurate pricing.
“How long does it take for us to run 10x13? latex seal envelopes? I know it takes longer than number 10s but not as long as #9 remittance envelopes, but how long exactly?” I found myself timing operations in the shop because with each new and different job the administrator is analyzing the components of the job to build a foundation of information. Once this information is entered it need not be entered again unless something changes such as replacing a press, copier or piece of bindery equipment.
Jim Sabulski is manager of Cougar Prints - Misericordia University Print and Mail Services, in Dallas, Pa. You can reach him at: jsabulsk@misericordia.edu