PRINT Yorkshire has formed a partnership with Garnett Dickinson Global to launch a web portal that will bring together the region’s buyers and print suppliers.
Described as an e-commerce solution by printers for printers, www.PrintYorkshirePortal.com was developed in response to Yorkshire Forward's regional economic strategy.
The portal will allow print companies to register their areas of expertise at no cost. Buyers can specify their inquiry using a graphic interface and drop-down boxes then select which companies to send their ‘Request for Quotation’ using a range of criteria.
These include ISO accreditations, carbon footprint, distance from the buyer and membership of trade association. Any consequent contract is placed directly between buyer and seller.
Robert McClements, Print Yorkshire’s chief executive, said: “It’s great news for printers and businesses in the region. This e-portal solution fits perfectly with our remit of ensuring print work for Yorkshire businesses is produced in Yorkshire, where we already have a thriving print sector with a proud heritage.”
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