Make money with a digital printer

Personally this is one of my favorite business ideas which very profitable in Uganda, offering digital printing services to others. In Uganda, everything to do with printing was synonymous with Nasser Road. However the trend has began to change. Now you can make money offering printing services in any place .

There is a lot of material which needs printing currently. From school examinations to calendars to portraits, personalized messages,flyers,posters, CD/DVD labels key holders,business cards, introduction carnations, wedding cards. You can make a size-able amount of money with a digital printer. You do not need to be with graphics skills, many people do their own graphics but require printing services.

There are many brands of digital printers like HP, Canon and Konica Minolita Business Hub. You can get these in electronics shops in Kampala at about 13 millions. Or you can get a reconditioned one from abroad at about 7 millions. And if you do your paperwork right and you place your printer in strategic location your money will be recovered within a short period of time. You need equipment like the printer itself, a personal computer, card reader, laminating machine, UPS, office furniture and space. The viability of this business ideas has made even reputable firms making printers like Canon to set up stores in Uganda.

Just imagine printing A4 size paper goes for about 500/=shs and A3 1000/=shs depending on your location. Imagine if you can print about 100 A4s in a day what amount you can be making in a week other factors constant. These printers can print on most types of printable paper and prices may vary. You can also make extra income by doing graphics for clients before printing for them, laminating and framing.

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Video tape to DVD converting

Many people still have VHS tapes. However that technology is already outdated. And some still use video cameras which use VHS tapes. You can make some quick money starting a business converting from video tapes to DVD.

Video tapes deteriorate within 3 years whether they are constantly played or not. But a DVD can last for a longer period of time. Also many people would like to back up their memorable moments on their computers which cannot be possible with VHS tapes. All that is required is a VCR, conversion software like Nero Burning ROM and a computer with a DVD Writer. A new DVD Writer like LG goes for about 70,000/= Ug SHS and comes with a free copy of Nero inside.

You will need to buy an analogue-to-digital converter which connects the VCR and the computer. The computer has to be with a TV card installed inside to be able to do this. Some editing skills are required because video tapes have more storage capacity than a DVD. Converting one video tape can earn you as much as 20,000/ Ug SHS and it takes a few hours. You can do this for individuals and video camera recorders. The good thing is that you can do this together with another related business like video editing, graphic designing and bulk DVD duplicating.

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Record memorable events on DVD

Every one of us would like to keep those memorable events in our lives. A lot of events happen in our lives which we do not want to let go. Why not make some money out of keeping those moments unforgettable. Money can be made through recording memorable events on DVD and selling them at a fee.

All you need to do is to be around when that event happens. You have to be well equipped with a nice video camera to catch those moments. Big events like musical concerts, album launches, ceremonies, celebrations, cultural functions and public events. Which Ugandan would not like to keep seeing that memorable Tuesday 9th October 2012 when the country marks its 50th independence celebrations. Or the historical match between Ugandan Cranes and the Zambian national team which took the Africa Nations Cup in 2012.

What one requires is some good camera recording technics to capture the events as they unfold. Some video editing skills and software. A registered company to copyright your work in order to beat counterfeits. A personal desktop computer can be used to transfer the video on to a DVD . A duplicating machine can be used to produce copies in bulk. This can easily be bought in computer shops in the city. Nicely designed labels and covers using software like Adobe Photoshop and Nero cover designer. These can be printed with a simple desk-jet printer to add value to your work. A finished DVD can fetch you more than 15,000/=SHS yet an empty DVD goes for about 700/shs.

People who missed out on the event will highly demand your services. Customers may also include tourists, Ugandans in the diaspora, media houses,schools,and home owners for their entertainment.

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Duplicate Dvd’s and Cd’s in bulk

You can also consider selling blank dvd’s and cd’s in bulk, plus dvd and cd cases. You could also provide a design and print service for the cover design and printing of the customer’s dvd and cd inserts. Many people with recorded functions need copies and cover designs. Even some people who do video coverage do not have time for duplicating and designing covers and these can get you ready market. You can earn as much as 5000/shs on one copy. And duplicating machines can go for as low as 800000/shs on Kampala road. A simple desk-jet printer can do the cover prints well and these come very cheap. You just need capital of about 2.5 million shs and you are good to go.

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Print I.D. cards in laminated plastic

Photo business cards and club membership cards can easily be produced using a good home computer and printer. With the right kind of software, a supply of materials and a small affordable laminator, you can be in business in no time. Canvas schools, small businesses and clubs with a good selection of samples to gain orders. Eventually, you may get enough repeat business to concentrate solely on the design and print work. You could then employ a rep to expand the business further.

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Provide a badge printing service

Badge printing machines can vary in price from the easily affordable to the extremely expensive, but if you’re starting out on a low budget then it’s still a potentially good business. You can start small and grow as the profits start to come in. Pin badges come in various sizes and are still fairly popular. Once you have established a steady flow of customers selling button badges you could also move on to plastic ID badges which are often needed for special events and exhibitions. Direct card printers are available that print directly on to the card surface. Other types of printer include re-transfer printers which print onto a re-transfer film which is then heat laminated onto the card surface All types of printer and materials can be sourced online.

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Design and print a range of academic and sports certificates for clubs, schools and training centres

Your home computer and inkjet printer is all you need to get started. When possible, also obtain a laminator for laminating certificates up to A4 size, and a guillotine for trimming the edges. Promote your designs and a custom design printing service by direct marketing and through social media to suitable prospects.

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Wedding stationery is always in demand, so why not design your own?

Start small by using your home computer and printer, to offer a cheaper alternative to the expensive stationery supplied through printing firms. Use the best cards and papers you can obtain however, to achieve a professional finish. Once established, consider purchasing a hot foil printer and eventually a lithographic printer.

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Personalised stationery makes a really nice gift for someone who loves to write

If you can dream up some unique or unusual designs for letterheads, cards and envelopes, then bring it all together in a nice attractive package, you could quickly gain orders by selling them through gifts shops and stationery outlets. Study the market and see what`s available, then imagine how you could make something better.

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Use your computer and printer to make artistic prints

Modern colour inkjet printers and laser printers are capable of producing excellent quality prints these days, good enough to sell if the subject is interesting enough. These prints can then be framed and sold to friends and other customers. You can produce your own designs for example meanings of people's names, business cards, wedding or introduction cards. Just a little knowledge in a program like Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Publisher or Microsoft Office Publisher can help you jump start this.

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