Publishers today face a truly daunting challenge: create high-quality books and periodicals while navigating supply-chain disruptions and fluctuating demand—all, of course, while keeping a watchful eye on costs. They need a printing partner who can handle multiple moving parts.
Sheridan, a constant in the print and publishing industry for centuries, is part CJK Group, a family of integrated companies. This affiliation enables Sheridan to offer the personalized service and attention to detail of a dedicated printing partner paired with the capacity, resources, and diverse options of a larger organization. “We offer the best of both worlds,” says Sheridan’s Laura Baker, marketing manager, books. “Being part of CJK Group allows us to provide extensive production capabilities, multiple locations, and a broad spectrum of services while maintaining the agility to tailor solutions to each client's unique needs.”
Specializing in book, journal, magazine, and catalog printing, Sheridan offers both digital and offset printing, and the company provides end-to-end solutions such as content management, fulfillment, and enhanced customer service. To help ease the operational and cost pressures publishers face, Sheridan offers flexible print runs, on-demand solutions, and domestic production capabilities that mitigate delays caused by global supply chain issues.
To accommodate the dramatic shifts in the role between publishers and printers and manufacturers, Sheridan has expanded its role beyond printing. The company has developed advanced digital workflow and content hosting solutions and invests in new technologies and equipment to better align with publishers' goals. It offers a range of complementary services that include eBook conversion, digital and mobile editions, eCommerce solutions, central print management, and comprehensive print-on-demand workflows. “These offerings streamline the publication process, reduce costs, enhance workflow efficiency, and extend publishers’ reach,” Baker says. “Furthermore, they support publishers in adapting to a more digital-savvy audience while maintaining print excellence.”
Sheridan is also excited about advancements in sustainability practices and innovations in print technology, such as edge-printing and inkjet solutions. “These developments allow us to offer eco-friendly and visually stunning products while enhancing production efficiency,” Baker says. “The integration of digital and print experiences, through augmented reality and interactive print media, is also paving the way for exciting possibilities in the publishing world.”
While dedicated to advancing technology, Sheridan maintains a deep focus on the human side of the business. The company shares knowledge and supports industry growth through initiatives like the Sheridan Academy employee training program and the Print Masterclass for publishing professionals. “Sheridan takes pride in fostering deep connections with our clients and partners,” Baker says. “We remain focused on investing in our people and technology to uphold our mission of excellence in printing and publishing services.”
