In-depth knowledge of print management software and business operations is an integral part of the program, so to create more of a real-world learning environment, they set up their own in-house print facility, managed and run by second-year students. Through a grant and other company support, they were able to acquire a digital press, and in turn researched the software needed to run a print operation.
A committee member, Shannon Mosser, suggested that they investigate PressWise, the all-in-one print estimating, workflow automation, print MIS solution used by many in the commercial print industry. Mosser is the print operations manager at local marketing services provider, ReminderMedia, and uses PressWise to manage their workflow. He knew what an incredible fit the software would be for TSC’s print program needs. “Using PressWise as part of the curriculum gives students a taste of a real-world production environment,” says Mosser. “It’s easy to learn, yet powerful enough to support complicated products and workflows. Our belief is that students will come into the workplace more prepared, and ready to integrate into our team.”