Analysis of Printing Raw Materials On Quality Image Production

Abstract

Printing success will always be based on Total Quality Management (TQM) by continuously looking for ways to improve quality throughout all parts of the printing business and processes. The study examined the background of printing business by analysing the quality issues that lead to quality print production and by analysing factors affecting quality performance in the printing industry in Nairobi Central Business District. A critical inclusion of statement of the problem was identified by the research shadowed by the introductory part. This is harmoniously succeeded with purpose to research on acceptable excellence standard to materials. Theories in quality as fishbone theory developed by Ishakawa, PDCA theory of ratio-quality equal to result of work effort over total cost developed by Deming, and Quality Trilogy theory on excellence arrangement, standard measures plus standard enhancement. Research design, descriptive research was used, specifically survey method. The statistics were obtained via questionnaires from a total of 101 printing companies in Nairobi Central Business District (NCBD). The study sampled from 30 individual printing firms and the sample method used was random process. Data collection tool were questionnaires. Research questionnaires hard copies were distributed one on one to respondents. To analyse data, raw data from the field were revised, and sorted to determine their accuracy. Descriptive analysis and inferential statistics was employed. The study endorsed that all printing firms to adhere and improve on quality of the variables investigated by the research, so as to achieve quality production. In conclusion, print materials have an effect on quality printed products and it’s therefore important to note that quality management on printing materials for print production leads to quality printed images. Recommendations is to include proper implementation and regular consistent evaluation on printing materials in print organizations. To ensure high quality printed products are produced efficiently and effectively. Sources of printing raw materials be from reliable, trustworthy supply sources so as to achieve quality production standards.