The International Reprographic Association (IRgA), an organization with 89 years of history, officially became the Association of Printing and Data Solutions Professionals (APDSP) on September 1 of this year.
“The new name represents the breadth of services our members offer today,” said Managing Director Ed Avis. “Our members provide the AEC industry with many services beyond traditional reprographics, ranging from electronic document management to worksite-management tools.” More important than the new name, Avis added, is the valuable new collection of benefits the organization provides to independent reprographic shop owners. These now include:
Discounts on reprographic supplies and equipment from major vendors to the industry.- Access to UNA Purchasing Solutions for discounts on FedEx, Staples and other vendors.
- Quarterly webinars designed to help members increase profit, manage technology and access new markets.
- Opportunities to network with peers and find business partners across Canada and the U.S..
- An advertising program that directs prospective AEC customers to member businesses.
Companies interested in learning more about APDSP are invited to visit www.apdsp.org or contact Ed Avis, Managing Director, at ed.avis@apdsp.org.
