Decorator Academy: Print-on-Demand vs. Bulk Production

Описание: Decorator Academy: Print-on-Demand vs. Bulk Production: Lessons from Shops that Mix DTF, DTG, and Screen Printing

Amazon has changed how consumers shop, and t-shirt buyers expect the same speed and convenience from your shop. The future of apparel decoration is shifting, but which production technology truly scales with your business? And when is the right time to invest?

In this session, Ross Hunter from ROQ US and Craig Mertens from Inktavo cut through the noise with a strategy-first conversation about the strengths and challenges of screen printing, DTF transfers, and DTG printing. You’ll learn how leading decorators are using technology, automation, and shop management software to future-proof their businesses and optimize production.

What you’ll learn in this class:

🎯 Why leading POD companies are investing in screen printing
🖨️ Key differences between screen printing, DTF, and DTG
💲 Cost, speed, and ROI comparisons across print methods
⚡ How to streamline hybrid workflows with shop management software
📌 Real-world examples of hybrid production in action
🔧 Strategies to future-proof your business with technology and automation

Whether you’re exploring automated screen printing or considering expanding into DTF and DTG, this session gives you the roadmap to scale smart and stay competitive in a fast-changing industry.

Chapters
0:07 Welcome and guest intro
1:45 ROQ US overview and four pillars
2:46 Heat press automation with ROQ Impress
3:48 Where screen, DTF, and DTG fit in 2025
4:49 Buying shifts and the rise of web stores
9:40 The winning mix, print methods plus IT stack
12:08 Building a scalable shop tech stack
13:37 Plan before you buy, outsource first
16:42 Screen printing is here to stay
18:05 When automation makes ROI sense
24:04 DTG vs screen, cost and volume breakpoints
27:40 Future of POD, kiosks and on-site printing
31:29 Case studies, MV Sport, Fanatics, SunFrog
36:52 Barcodes, RFID, and software driven operations
40:00 Smart buying journey, visit real shops
42:23 Production management software and APIs
56:04 Wrap up and thanks

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