For the Pioneer Group in Big Rapids, MI, the Need for Web is Far From Dead

John Batdorff believes that smaller, privately owned companies have a huge advantage in being adaptable and implementing necessary changes. "We're studying a new press configuration to maximize efficiency and looking at a remote color key system to reduce paper waste," Batdorff adds.

In addition to the commercial print division, the Pioneer Group publishes two daily newspapers, three weekly newspapers, free shopping guides, niche publications, seven telephone directories and an array of online services under its 115 Digital brand. PI