Episode 264 - 2025 in Focus : Industry Shifts & Strategic Insights with Keypoint Intelligence

Show Notes: 

The print industry stands at a transformative junction in 2025, facing challenges that demand innovative solutions and strategic thinking. Keypoint Intelligence CEO Anthony Sci takes us deep into the forces reshaping print businesses worldwide, offering valuable perspective on navigating these turbulent waters.

Tariffs dominate the current business landscape, with increases ranging from 5-25% creating widespread uncertainty. Yet amid this disruption, Sci identifies a silver lining - companies are developing leaner approaches and embracing technological solutions to overcome economic hurdles. Strategic partnerships have proliferated as manufacturers seek cost efficiencies, with major collaborations between print giants reflecting a fundamental shift in how the industry approaches production challenges.

Perhaps most striking is the accelerated adoption of artificial intelligence across the print ecosystem. Despite its growing prevalence, Sci reveals that approximately 80% of companies still lack formal AI policies - a significant vulnerability as employees independently leverage these tools. The convergence of AI with robotics presents particularly promising solutions to the industry's persistent labor shortage, especially as companies struggle to attract younger generations to print careers.

While traditional print segments continue their gradual decline, specific niches shine brightly. Labels, packaging, and textiles represent substantial growth opportunities, with digital transformation still in early stages across these sectors. China and India lead in textile innovation, while cross-regional knowledge exchange drives advancement throughout the global market.

Looking ahead, industry consolidation appears inevitable after years of competitive pressure that has steadily eroded profits. For business leaders, success will depend on embracing emerging technologies, preparing for structural changes, and developing creative approaches to talent acquisition.

Ready to gain deeper insights into print industry trends? Connect with Keypoint Intelligence and FuturePrint at upcoming events including LabelExpo Barcelona, Printing United and FuturePrint Industrial Print in Munich to explore how these developments might impact your business strategy.

FuturePrint Events:

FuturePrint TECH: Industrial Print: 21-22 January '26, Munich, Germany