When stocking up on ID supplies, it's important to make sure you're getting the right ribbon for your particular card-printing application. Of course you need a ribbon that's compatible with your card printer, but you also need to determine the proper ribbon type. For single-sided dye-sublimation printers, the most common color ribbon types are YMC, YMCK, and YMCKO. Let's break down the differences.

The Windy City is rolling out a new way to see the sights with the Custom Chicago Explorer Pass. The new contactless smart card grants access to 26 of the top tourist attractions in and around Chicago at a discounted rate. Some of the participating venues include the John Hancock Observatory, the Museum of Science and Industry and Navy Pier.

With a new school year comes new functions for student ID cards at Minneapolis Community and Technical College. Expanding on the current services offered by the Maverick Card, the school’s ID cards will now serve as both a debit card and a parking card allowing room for more versatility for students.