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Business Card Printing
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Business Card Printing Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Vendors of business card printing services use graphic design and digital printing techniques to create small paper cards that list the buyer’s contact information and information about the buyer's organization. Buyers of business cards span multiple industries, including law firms, real estate professionals, construction contractors and car dealers. Business card designs are often selected from premade templates, but they can also be customized for the buyer.
This Report Includes:
- Business Card Printing
- Business Card Design
Not in this Report:
- Other Forms of Digital Printing
- Business Card Software
Global Business Card Printing Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Business Card Printing market.
Warning Trends
Tariffs are driving up paper and paperboard product prices
- The Trump administration’s reciprocal tariffs, which apply general tariff rate increases to all imports from most nations, are set to take effect on August 7 after the national tariff rates were finalized on August 1.
- As a result, the leading paper and paperboard product import sources, Canada, the European Union, China, and Mexico, all face significantly increased tariff rates of 35.0%, 15.0%, 54.0%, and 25.0%, respectively. Together, these countries account for 77.3% of paper and paperboard imports.
- However, USMCA-originating products, meaning those produced entirely in Canada or Mexico, are exempt from the elevated tariffs.
- The United States is highly reliant on paper and paperboard imports to meet domestic demand, with imports accounting for approximately 30.5% of total US consumption in this market.
- Due to these factors, the Yale Budget Lab anticipates tariffs will increase prices in the paper and paperboard market by 5.3% in the short term.
Global Business Card Printing Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 China | 5,960 |
| #2 Europe | 5,505 |
| #3 Oceania & Southeast Asia | 4,940 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of Business Card Printing
United States
2026 Market Pricing$10.00 to $XXX.XX
per 250 business cardsAverage Price
Prices in the Business Card Printing market range from $10.00 to $XXX.XX, depending on Design, Paper Quality or Material, Printer Resolution and Card Finish. For example, lower prices are associated with Simple designs ($8.00 to $50.00 per 250 business cards), whereas higher prices are associated with Complex designs ($12.50 to $150 per 250 business cards) and Designs on both sides of the card ($20.00 to $150 per 250 business cards).
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Business Card Printing Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Business Card Printing market, prices in the US have grown 3.6% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
United States (2022-2025)
United States (2025-2028)
Compound Annual Growth Rate
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Business Card Printing
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Business Card Printing market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Lost Orders may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
Negotiated Before
Customization
Billed During
Disposal
Unforeseen
Lost Orders
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -2.1 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Paper Mills
- Ink Manufacturing
- Printing Providers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Wood Pulp Mills
- Dye & Pigment Manufacturers
- Printing, Paper, Food, Textile & Other Machinery Manufacturers
Biggest Business Card Printing Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Business Card Printing vendors by revenue in the US are Moo Inc., Digital Room, Inc. and Staples Inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Parcel Service, Inc. | International | ATLANTA, GA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| FedEx Corporation | International | MEMPHIS, TN | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| The Odp Corporation | International | BOCA RATON, FL | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Digital Room, Inc. | National | Van Nuys, CA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Staples Inc. | Global | Framingham, MA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Taylor Corporation | Global | North Mankato, MN | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Rr Donnelley & Sons Co | Global | CHICAGO, IL | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Cimpress plc | DUNDALK, COUNTY LOUT | >10,000 | < 5 | |||||
| Deluxe Corporation | Global | MINNEAPOLIS, MN | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Business Card Printing market is 4.7% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Purchases. The cost trend for this component is stagnating, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
Moderate supply chain risk harms buyers in the market as this increases the likelihood of service disruptions or input cost increases due to paper mills and wood pulp mills struggling to adjust to the rise of digital products.
Low market share concentration allows buyers to negotiate prices more aggressively, as the market is highly competitive.
Average vendor risk is very high in the market due to declining profit margins, which stems from rising input costs and falling demand.
The United States is a net importer of paper and paperboard, meaning it imports more paper and paperboard than it exports. United States-based buyers will have greater access to competitively priced paper abroad. However, quality standards, lead times, and overall stability of manufacturers operating abroad may need to be assessed in order to accurately compare options with domestic suppliers.
Supplier Information
Cimpress plc
Cimpress plc is a public company operating in the manufacturing, manufacturing, manufacturing and professional, scientific and technical services sectors. The company's offerings include business card printing, roll-fed label printing, banners, point-of-purchase signage, industrial printing services. Founded... Subscribe to learn more
Deluxe Corporation
Deluxe Corporation is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing, manufacturing, information and professional, scientific and technical services sectors. The company's offerings include business card printing, e-mail marketing software, online payment gateway software, catalog printing services,... Subscribe to learn more
Digital Room, Inc.
Digital Room, Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include business card printing and business form printing. Founded in 1995, the company is currently headquartered in Van Nuys, California, United States of America with an estimated 5500 employees.... Subscribe to learn more
Ennis Inc.
Ennis Inc. is a public company operating nationally in the manufacturing and manufacturing sectors. The company's offerings include business card printing, roll-fed label printing, point-of-purchase signage, industrial printing services, digital printing services. Founded in 1909, the company is currently... Subscribe to learn more
FedEx Corporation
FedEx Corporation is a public company operating internationally in the manufacturing, manufacturing, professional, scientific and technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include business card printing, banners, letter & parcel Subscribe to learn more
Jukeboxprint.com Inc.
Jukeboxprint.com Inc. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include business card printing. Founded in 2008, the company is currently headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada with an estimated 37 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Mimeo Com Inc.
Mimeo Com Inc. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include business card printing and catalog printing services. Founded in 1998, the company is currently headquartered in New York City, New York, United States of America with an estimated 375 employees.... Subscribe to learn more
Moo Inc.
Moo Inc. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include business card printing. Founded in 2006, the company is currently headquartered in London, England, United Kingdom with an estimated 750 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Printograph, Inc.
Printograph, Inc. is a private company operating internationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include business card printing. Founded in 2001, the company is currently headquartered in Burbank, California, United States of America with an estimated 400 employees. Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Business Card Printing Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Order Value and Average Response Time. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Quality and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Average Order Value |
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Number of orders completed Total value of orders |
The average order value can be used as an indicator to assess what type of business other buyers are completing with the supplier, and if buyers are happy to order large quantities of cards from the supplier. A high average order value implies that more cards are being ordered, which can indicate consistent high quality across a large number of cards. |
| Average Response Time |
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Number of customer service tickets opened Time spent responding to tickets |
The average time of response can indicate how quick a supplier's customer service team is at responding to concerns or issues buyers are having with service. A low average response time can allow buyers to solve issues quickly and reduce downtime within the business. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Customer Service
What is the typical turnaround time for a customer query? Does this differ depending on the method of communication?
What is the most effective way to contact you? Does this differ depending on the issue?
Value-Added Services
Do you rely on in-house designers or do you source designs from freelancers?
What is the selection process for your designers? Do you require designers to have a formal art or design education?
Service Performance
How many printers do you have?
How often do you perform maintenance on machinery? How does this benefit the performance of the machine?
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Business Card Printing RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should provide an overview of their operations, including locations, type of clients served and a description of their current use of business cards.
Buyers should provide a point of contact for all inquiries regarding the RFP process.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should list the number of business cards they wish to purchase.
Buyers should list the specifications for their business card order. These characteristics include paper quality, images used, text, logos and any other design options.
Project Budget
Buyers should provide a total budget for their order of business cards and break the budget down into price per unit.
In their budget, buyers should include other related stationery products required and any additional costs, such as shipping.
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