13/07/2026
AI Set to Redefine the Future of Printing:
Kannur: Artificial Intelligence is no longer limited to image generation or graphic design; it is rapidly transforming every stage of the printing industry, said Shiju Sadan, Founder & Managing Director of Art of AI Academy Pvt. Ltd., while delivering the keynote session "Ink to Intelligence: The Future of Printing with AI" at the Printers Conference – Romancing Print 2026, organized by the All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP) and hosted by the Kerala Printers Association (KPA) at the North Malabar Chamber of Commerce Hall, Kannur.
Addressing print entrepreneurs, offset printers, digital print houses, flex printers, packaging manufacturers, and industry professionals, Shiju Sadan demonstrated how AI is reshaping the print business—from customer acquisition and intelligent quotation systems to prepress automation, color management, workflow optimization, quality control, personalized printing, and smart production environments.
The session emphasized that AI should be viewed not as a replacement for human expertise but as a powerful business partner capable of improving productivity, reducing operational costs, accelerating decision-making, and opening new revenue opportunities for the printing sector.
Using practical demonstrations and real-world industry examples, the presentation showcased how print businesses of all sizes can integrate AI into their daily operations and prepare for the next generation of intelligent manufacturing.
The session received an enthusiastic response from delegates across Kerala, with participants engaging in discussions on adopting AI-driven workflows to remain competitive in an increasingly technology-driven printing industry.
"The future of printing will not be defined only by better machines, but by smarter intelligence working alongside them,"