Keypoint Intelligence is sponsoring four key events in 2025 and 2026 as a FESPA Thought Leadership Partner. This collaboration aims to inform industry experts to make confident decisions as wide format printing, textile printing, production software and other key areas evolve.
The topics to be supported include AI & automation, digital transformation, sustainability, workforce challenges, production software and workflow optimisation.
‘At FESPA, we are committed to empowering the global print industry by providing access to the latest insights, innovations and market trends,’ said Neil Felton, CEO of FESPA. ‘This partnership with Keypoint Intelligence will enable us to enhance our thought leadership capabilities and ensure that our global community, members of the speciality print and signage sector, gain deeper insights into the key forces shaping the future of print. Artificial intelligence, automation, digital transformation, sustainability and workforce challenges are all key drivers of change, and through this collaboration we aim to help organisations make informed, strategic decisions.’
‘At Keypoint Intelligence, we provide the global print industry with the critical research, insights and consulting expertise it needs to manage change and drive strategic growth,’ said Anthony Sci, president and CEO of Keypoint Intelligence. ‘Through our partnership with FESPA, we will provide in-depth information on the key trends impacting wide format printing, textile printing, production software and other production print sectors. By leveraging our market data, independent analysis and consulting expertise, we will provide companies with the knowledge to make informed decisions and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.’
The first event with Keypoint Intelligence as a Thought Leadership Partner will take place from 6 to 9 May 2025 at FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 in Berlin. Keypoint Intelligence’s first presentations are scheduled to take place at FESPA’s SmartHub conference as part of the Personalisation Experience 2025, which runs alongside FESPA. In the first session, Principal Analysts Lisa Brown and Johnny Shell will explore how AI-powered tools can increase creativity, reduce waste, improve workflows and customer interactions under the title ‘AI-driven innovations transforming the print industry’. The second session, entitled: ‘Industry experts discuss the impact of automation on the future of textile production’, will explore how automation is revolutionising the way the garment decoration industry works, enabling greater efficiency, shorter lead times, higher quality end products and higher profit margins. David Sweetnam of Keypoint Intelligence will moderate the event, while Marcel Ruffer, dtf-express GmbH, Colin March, Resolute DTG Ltd, Victor Cheung, S.E.C Accessories Ltd, and Johnny Shell, Textile & Apparel Printing Services, will share their insights.
Keypoint Intelligence
For over 60 years, customers in the digital imaging industry have relied on Keypoint Intelligence for independent field testing, lab data and market research. With decades of experience, Keypoint Intelligence is the industry’s most trusted source for unbiased information, analyses and awards.
FESPA
FESPA is a trade association founded in 1962 and organises exhibitions and conferences for the screen and digital printing industries. FESPA’s twin aims are to promote screen printing and digital imaging and to share knowledge of screen and digital printing among its members around the world to help them expand their businesses and keep them informed of the latest developments in their fast-growing industries.
Profit for purpose
FESPA’s Profit for Purpose initiative is an international reinvestment programme that uses proceeds from FESPA events to help the global speciality print community achieve sustainable and profitable growth. Reinvestment is channelled into four main areas. The programme aims to help printers diversify and grow, share knowledge and market intelligence, promote best practice and create valuable fNetworking opportunities.
