Custom ID Cards

In choosing an ID card printer system, it’s important to think about a variety of factors as they apply to the type of cards you wish to issue. When we talk about custom ID cards, we’re not just talking about how they look. You’re working with a clean canvas, and with a range of printer systems and ID card software packages offering not only custom design capabilities, but also a wide array of security features, it’s imperative that you consider all of the elements before choosing a system. In a sense, you’re already beginning the process of customizing your cards when you decide what types of features you want your system to provide, in terms of both form and function.

Form

Digital printing techniques have brought durability, sophistication, enhanced security, and aesthetic appeal to ID cards. It wasn’t long ago that ID cards were made using simple cut and paste techniques. These rudimentary cards were quite susceptible to wear and tear as well as forgery. Today’s ID printing machines work digitally, offering a host of benefits over their cut and paste predecessors. One of those benefits is in appearance. ID card systems incorporate easy-to-use design software that provides clean templates with fully-customizable options. Drag and drop digital employee photos and company logos upon assorted backgrounds to create your desired look. Add text. Choose a color scheme and work from a template, or create your own design from scratch. Pick the ID card software package that works best for your design needs.

Function

Every ID card printer comes with a different set of security options and features, and some printers are upgradeable. Look closely at your security needs as they stand now, and how you might see them changing in the future. Do you need a printer that encodes information in a bar code or magnetic stripe, or do you wish to make cards that incorporate the latest in smart card and proximity card technology? Will you issue dual-sided cards with unique printing on both front and back? Do you wish to add a holographic overlaminate for added security and durability? It comes down to how you plan on using the cards, what type of information needs to be stored on them, and what level of security you require. Select the printer that meets all of your ID card needs.

In creating custom ID cards, you’re using a combination of these elements, both in the physical appearance of the cards, and in their functionality. There are no restrictions, and with recent advances in technology, a multitude of choices are available that can effectively meet or exceed your specific ID card needs.