Not every book needs a warehouse.
That’s the idea behind print on demand (POD), a model that allows publishers to print exactly what they need when they need it.
No guesswork. No over-ordering. No leftover boxes stacked in the corner of your office.
So, how does it work?
Defining Print on Demand
With the print on demand model, books are printed in small batches, and sometimes even one copy at a time.
Instead of offset printing thousands of units upfront, digital technology is used to print books as needed. No large inventory. No bulk commitment.
At Gasch, we specialize in short-run digital book printing. Our turnaround times are fast, and our process is built to support publishers who want flexibility, not volume obligations.
How We’re Changing the Game
Print-on-demand helps publishers and organizations:
- Save money: You don’t need to print or store more books than you’re sure you’ll sell. Why pay for extra and unnecessary shelf space, warehousing, or unsold copies?
- Avoid waste: Print only what you need, when you need it. This helps reduce overproduction, lowers your environmental impact, and cuts back on unnecessary print runs.
- React to demand: Whether your sales spike or stall, you’re never locked into a large inventory. Gasch can reprint swiftly when demand rises. Stop production at any time without financial loss.
- Test new titles: When you print on demand, you can take bigger swings with new content without taking a sizeable financial risk. If your book does well, you can always print more. If not, you’ve lost very little (and we’ll be here when your next big seller is ready to hit the shelves).
- Keep backlist titles alive: Don’t let older titles fade away. Print-on-demand allows you to keep niche or specialty titles available for as long as readers want them.
What Print on Demand Looks Like at Gasch
We’ve built our process around short-run digital production. That means:
- Swift press times: No metal plates. No complicated setup. Just upload your files, approve your proof, and we’ll get to work.
- Flexible quantities: From10 to 1,500 copies, we print what works for you—no more, no less.
- Consistent quality: Thanks to Gasch, your books will look polished, professional, and bookstore-ready every time, whether it’s the first copy or the hundredth.
- All formats welcome: From hardcover and paperback to color or black-and-white interiors, we support a wide range of formats and finishes.
Who Uses POD?
Print-on-demand works well for:
- Independent publishers who want to stay agile and budget conscious.
- Academic presses that need to update content often or serve small audiences.
- Nonprofits and associations creating books for events or members.
- Corporate clients producing internal materials or branded publications.
- Religious organizations printing devotionals, guides, or educational books.
It’s also ideal for limited editions, specialty projects, or books tied to a specific campaign or time-sensitive need.
Print-on-demand gives you more control and options, while generating less waste and lower risk.