The cost of creating and producing publications can vary widely from a few dollars spent at a local copy center to thousands spent with professional designers and printing companies. Time invested up front understanding what a vendor can produce, at what cost and in what time period can make a big difference in producing exactly what you need at a resonable cost. For large or costly projects, it is always a good idea to get estimates from three separate vendors.
Some questions to ask of potential vendors no matter what the size of the job are:
Cost of Services
Request a cost estimate for the project you have in mind.Capabilities
Make sure the vendor is capable of doing the work required to produce the publication.Sample work
Review similar projects produced for other clients.Client satisfaction
Ask the vendor for names and contact information for other satisfied clients and call them.Delivery
Get in writing when the vendor plans on delivering the publication, what it will cost, and what compensation they will provide if it is late or over budget.
