[Infographic] Print On Demand: What it is? And Tips to Start A On-Demand Print Business?

What is Print on demand?

Print on demand[POD] also known as on-demand print is an eCommerce process. Under which, you can sell self-designed products through your online store. A customer can place an order from your store after that printing site will print your artwork(design) on products of your choice only after order. That why it is called an on-demand print.

Pros of On-Demand Print

• Set Up An Online Shop Easily
• Minimal inventory headaches.
• Hands-off fulfillment. 
• Freedom to focus on what you’re good at
• Create products quickly with creative freedom
• Low investment, lower risk

Cons of On-Demand Print

• Limited control over the customer experience. 
• Limited data (compared with dropshipping non-customized items).
• Limited customization

Tips for starting an on-demand print business

• Check Your Print Provider Options Before Selling Internationally
• Be strategic about shipping
• Build mockups showing off your products
• Emphasis on a niche to promote marketing
• Make sure you have a credit card or cash set aside. 
• Stop copyrights and check if your written phrase is labelled 
• Get truthful reviews from your friend or member of your family

Here’s an infographic to help you understand what is print on demand along with the pros and cons of on-demand print:

What business plan is required for an online print-on-demand store?