The IDEAlliance (International Digital Enterprise Alliance) is an important organisation that is active in the printing and publishing industry worldwide. It was originally founded in 2004 when several industry associations merged to form the IDEAlliance. Its aim is to support the digital transformation in the printing industry and to develop standards and solutions that help printing companies to remain competitive and fit for the future.
The IDEAlliance is a non-profit organisation focused on the development and promotion of best practices, standards and technologies to improve the efficiency and quality of print production. It brings together companies from various sectors of the printing industry, including printers, software developers, machine manufacturers and suppliers of printing materials. The organisation works closely with its members and partners to drive technological innovation and optimise the quality of print products.
Standardisation and normalisation:
A central concern of the IDEAlliance is the establishment of industry standards to ensure the best possible communication and interoperability between different technologies and systems. The IDEAlliance was therefore instrumental in the development of standards such as G7 and PDF/X, which are widely used throughout the printing industry.
G7 standard: G7 is an internationally recognised standard for colour calibration and control in the printing process that is widely used in the USA. It guarantees precise colour reproduction on different printing machines and technologies. The G7 standard is particularly important in the USA for collaboration between print shops and their customers, as it guarantees a high level of colour accuracy.
The IDEAlliance is one of the most important international organisations in the printing industry, whose work on standardisation, innovation and training helps to make the industry fit for the future. It plays an important role in the USA in preparing companies for the challenges of digital transformation.