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The phrase data rich applications is something one might hear in passing during discussions of a publishing print portfolio or a publisher’s book printing goal for the next five years. But many may not even know what we really mean when we talk about data rich applications, nor understand why they are so significant in a publishing organizations growth planning.

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So let’s break it down. Data rich applications (or variable data printing – as the industry usually refers to this topic) open up the potential for companies to go beyond books only and significantly expand revenue potential. These applications can include versioned content for books, course packs and custom manuals, as well as personalized marketing collateral, direct mail and regulated corporate communications that require tracking and accountability.

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