Digital Book Production: The Demands of On Demand

Larson described the company's on-demand efforts, which include a wide array of customized, case-bound books for special occasions, as well as a growing volume of non-trade books for publishers like Gorgias. Currently, BNB's print operation uses EP devices, although Larson is actively exploring the price and quality issues of inkjet. The production workflow is controlled by in-house-developed systems, supplemented by print production and tracking software. Finishing—which is BNB's specialty—is all near-line.