Desktop Publishing (DTP): A Global Outlook

The desktop publishing (DTP) industry, which came into existence by the end of 1980s to provide professional and better print production capabilities through standard desktop software, is poised to provide a rich array of opportunities. New techniques and innovations are fast replacing the complex and expensive conventional publishing methods.

Currently, desktop publishing industry faces slackness in demand for specialized professionals, due to the widespread accessibility of software-packages, easily understandable even for a nonprofessional. Furthermore, the requirement of professionals in various fields to possess basic desktop publishing skills as part of their work and the practice of moving published material to Internet with the purpose of saving printing cost is resulting in lesser job opportunities in the industry. However, the prospects for publishers who are trained and experienced is expected to remain strong as a majority of organizations still require professional high-end services.

Report Scope

The global outlook series on The Desktop Publishing Industry provides a collection of market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report offers a compilation of recent mergers, acquisitions, and strategic corporate developments. Also included is an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of 62 companies worldwide. Global Industry Analysts ©