Card Insiders Convene at ICMA Connect About Economic Outlook, Future Plans
The excitement is building as the International Card Manufacturer Association (ICMA) members countdown to gather virtually for a historic meeting to discuss the future of the card industry.…
ICMA’s New EcoLabel Supports Sustainable Future
Now more than ever, environmental concerns underpin many card manufacturers’ business practices as consumers are seeking sustainable options when it comes to cards. They want to help confront…
Selling ‘Experience’: New Cards Move Millennials, Gen Z
Generation Z is officially the most accurate way to describe today’s youth. As a mobile-first generation, 55% of Gen Z-ers use their smartphones five or more hours a…
ICMA Announces New Virtual Event for Card Manufacturers
Registration is now open for the online event, which will offer a dynamic lineup of interactive experiences, including educational opportunities, networking sessions and roundtable discussions. The "main stage" will feature…
5 Tips to Networking Success at ICMA’s New Virtual Trade Show
Although handshakes may be off the table for now, you can still get connected to new business opportunities and strategic partnerships virtually. The International Card Manufacturers Association (ICMA)…
Magnetic Stripes Become Trendy in Plastic Cards
Now more than ever, companies are looking for new ways to differentiate cards from competitors with unique card design features. Many are achieving that distinction with magnetic stripes.…
Digital Printing Trends Higher in Transaction Card Market
For card manufacturers, remaining competitive will mean embracing the power of digital to add capacity and gain new efficiencies in the production of payment, pre-paid and identification cards.…
Card Manufacturers Value Technology in ‘War on Waste’
Waste is a major issue in any manufacturing setting, and many card manufacturers are waging a war on waste with technology—software and hardware innovations—to reduce waste of raw…
Innovative Ink Solutions Enhance Fraud Protection
Cards are an integral part of our everyday lives. They prove identity, allow purchases to be made and grant access. That means authentication features are a critical component…
For Solid Access Control, Security Begins with Trust
Access control is an essential part of commercial security systems—keeping buildings, designated areas and sensitive information secure and safe by controlling entry or restricting access. With the wave…