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DSCOOP Conference - Annual Conference Digital Solutions Cooperative, Tampa, FL. HubCast presents - 'Globalization and Print on Demand'
February, 2007:
There is a new category of graphics and communications company emerging, one that
speaks more often about the strategies and business objectives with their clients
than about "printing." This "new printer" leverages intellectual capital in combination
with production capabilities and provides integrated solutions through the savvy
use of technology and well-structured partnerships. These companies are poised to
redefine our entire marketplace. Larry discussed the reordering of our industry,
the needs of corporate clients, and successful strategies for the future.
HubCast's PSP network expanded to over 20 locations in 14 countries
January, 2007:
USA, Ireland, U.K., Spain, Czech Republic, Germany, Israel, Singapore, Australia,
Chile, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico and Canada. A global print platform acting as one
printer, connected via the internet, a common application, a closed-loop quality
control system and uniform training. CCS Digital is the 21st PSP brought on board
to the select family of HubCast PSPs.
HubCast files patent for proprietary process and technology for global on demand print
January, 2007:
HubCast filed patent covering a comprehensive technology platform for globally distributed
on demand printing. The system is designed for complete workflow automation, distributed
color consistency and optimized production.
HubCast is selected to be keynote speaker at IPA (The Association of Graphic Solutions Providers)
January, 2007:
Larry Letteney leads the IPA Executive Forum with a talk entitled 'Change - The
Only Constant' with an overview of our rapidly evolving business world, the thing
we can rely on most is the continuous nature of change from globalization and technology
disruption to new forms of media and emerging markets. This opening session discussed
a series of critical trends, their impact on business in general and the implications
for the graphic communication supply chain.
Ian Saalfield from HubCast becomes the 22nd person to be a JDF (job definition format) certified expert
November, 2006:
The "JDF Expert Certificate" Training Program is a series of webinars about JDF
presented by CIP4 and IPA. The objective of the "JDF Expert Certificate" training
program is to rapidly provide a consistent worldwide understanding of the JDF (Job
Definition Format) process in the graphic communication and industry. The Certificate
Program is comprised of 13 separate training modules that address specific topics
associated with JDF technology. The program concludes with a final examination for
those individuals interested in earning a "JDF Expert Certificate."
V1.0 Platform Launch (5-day global delivery system) - $100M in global print capacity now available to corporate brands
November, 2006:
HubCast completes phase one of its global network. Corporate marketers can now print
sales and marketing collateral on four continents accessing over $100 million in
capacity. The HubCast technology is designed to automate processes and guarantee
color consistency.
HubCast completes its 10th PSP installation in Mexico City, Mexico
October, 2006:
HubCast completes its 10th PSP installation in Mexico City, Mexico. Offset Santiago
(Mexico City) becomes the 10th PSP on HubCast's global print platform. Implementing
Six Sigma and Lean methodologies, vast improvements to their operations were achieved.
HubCast completes its first PSP (print service provider) installation - Singapore
June, 2006:
HubCast completes its first PSP (print service provider) install with A & P Coordinators
PTE LTD. The first full integration and certification of a PSP (outside of USA)
with full Six Sigma training and implementation of QC program allowing for consistency
standards within 3>e.
HubCast participates in All In Print China, Shanghai, China
June, 2006:
HubCast participates at All in Print China reaffirming its strategic investment
plans for the Asia Pacific region. The successful show secured another exceptional
PSP for HubCast, Jie Long Printers, spearheading our partnerships in the region.
Larry Letteney of HubCast is selected as VUE/POINT 2006 keynote speaker
April , 2006:
Larry Letteney of HubCast was selected to be the keynote speaker at VUE/POINT 2006.
His opening session was entitled ‘A Vision for Today’s Printer’ describing the future
of print communication. His executive outlook was aimed at giving new insight into
how to view the future of your print business. As the world flattens, enterprises
are consolidating, and budgets for traditional marketing and communications projects
are getting squeezed. Your clients are under increasing pressure to measure and
seek to optimize their current marketing spend and return on their communications
investment.
HubCast attends its first trade show - IPEX, Birmingham, U.K.
April, 2007:
IPEX 2006 - the global technology event for print, publishing and media took place
April 4-11 in Birmingham, UK. HubCast met with over 30 partner companies and started
the selection process of retaining the most progressive PSPs for their global platform.
Numerous meetings with HP senior management, regional marketing managers (EU and
Asia Pacific) assisted in spreading the message of distributed on demand print via
our global print platform.
Consistent color management solution developed for enabling global brand consistency
April , 2006:
The HubCast Quality Control Certification program was designed to create predictable
print quality across the global platform with consistency and quality assurance
maintained for each and every one of its PSP (print service provider) partners.
This is achieved via extensive training, strict adherence to standard operating
procedures and guidelines, a cross-platform Six Sigma quality program, frequent
site audits, binding Service Level Agreements and a closed loop Color Quality Control
system which monitors daily PSP performance. This system assures that the PSPs not
only meet our stringent quality guidelines but that across the platform all PSPs
perform at the same level. This maintains our equitable color consistency - no matter
where and in how many different locations around the globe the job is printed.
HubCast sponsors the first DSCOOP Conference, Annual Conference Digital Solutions Cooperative
April, 2006:
With almost three years of research and development to its credit, HubCast, Inc.
last week announced the launch of its first Open Commercial Print Utility. Today
the company announced the management team behind this recently released distribute
and print network. Led by CEO Toby LaVigne, founder of the company, the executive
management team boasts countless years of industry and corporate experience. Rounding
out the top tier of management are former Creo executives Larry Letteney (President,
Sales and Marketing) and Ken Hanulec (Vice President, Operations and Development).
HubCast is formed - Founder; Toby LaVigne’s vision of a global print on demand network is conceived
January, 2006:
Founder, Toby LaVigne's vision of a global print on demand network, capable of 5
day warranted delivery anywhere in the world is conceived. Corporate print buyers
want short run / on demand printing because it is critical to their marketing strategies.
Sourcing that print through existing vendor pools and processes is costly, time
consuming and not scalable.
HubCast uses internet and print technologies to execute short run print orders in
a simple and scalable way.
