{"id":30603,"date":"2026-02-19T14:33:16","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T14:33:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kornit.com\/magazine\/?p=30603"},"modified":"2026-02-23T14:03:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T14:03:36","slug":"all-inclusive-click-supports-screen-printing-dtg-jush","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kornit.com\/magazine\/all-inclusive-click-supports-screen-printing-dtg-jush\/","title":{"rendered":"How Kornit\u2019s All-Inclusive Click Supports Hybrid Screen Printing &#038; DTG"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Screen printers rarely lose business because they can\u2019t offer a quality outcome. They lose efficiency because their production model isn\u2019t flexible enough for today\u2019s mix of customization and unpredictable demand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While screen printing remains unmatched for long, repeatable runs, smaller orders, sampling, and reprints often clog the workflow. This is where <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kornit.com\/glossary\/dtg-direct-to-garment-definition\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DTG <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">makes more sense. The challenge is how to adopt it without a high upfront investment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is exactly where Kornit\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kornit.com\/all-inclusive-click\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All-Inclusive Click (AIC) <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">model changes the equation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Key Takeaways<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AIC allows screen printers to add DTG with low upfront equipment investment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fixed cost per print creates predictable margins and easier pricing decisions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smaller and complex jobs move off the screen, freeing capacity for longer runs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AIC supports scalable, hybrid production to match modern demand<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>What Is Kornit\u2019s All-Inclusive Click (AIC) Model?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kornit\u2019s All-Inclusive Click (AIC) is a pay-as-you-produce business model inspired by SaaS economics.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of purchasing equipment, customers install Kornit systems onsite and pay a fixed cost per print. This single \u201cclick\u201d price includes everything needed to operate production efficiently:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The printing system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Service and maintenance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Software and updates<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This approach removes the traditional barriers associated with digital printing adoption. There is no large capital expenditure, no complex financing, and no uncertainty about hidden costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Costs align directly with production output. You print more, you pay more. You print less, you pay less. This turns digital production into a predictable operating expense rather than a long-term financial commitment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-30610\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kornit.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/aic-1-e1771511449240.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"750\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>Business Benefits of the AIC Model<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main benefits of the AIC model for screen printers and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kornit.com\/kornit-solutions-for-print-on-demand-businesses\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">print on demand businesses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Predictable Costs and Margins<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the biggest advantages of AIC is cost transparency. Since the cost per print is fixed, screen printers can plan expenses before production starts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes pricing simpler and margins more predictable. Instead of guessing utilization rates or amortizing equipment over years, every print has a known cost structure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Zero CAPEX Investment and Immediate ROI<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial DTG adoption often requires a significant upfront investment. AIC removes that barrier entirely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no equipment purchase, no loan, and no waiting period to recover costs. Printers can be profitable from the very first print. This lowers risk and makes digital adoption accessible even for businesses that prefer to keep capital free for growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Operational Simplicity<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AIC is an all-inclusive model. System, ink, service, and software updates are bundled into one managed solution.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This reduces operational complexity and removes uncertainty. Printers can focus on production efficiency and workflow optimization instead of managing multiple vendors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Built-In Scalability<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As demand grows, capacity can grow with it. The AIC model allows printers to scale production without additional capital investment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operations expand in step with demand, not ahead of it. This protects profitability while supporting long-term growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Why Screen Printers Hesitate to Adopt DTG<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For most screen printers, hesitation isn\u2019t about adding new <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kornit.com\/direct-to-garment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DTG printing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> technology. It\u2019s about the business model.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common concerns include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High upfront equipment costs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fear of underused machines sitting idle<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-industrial solutions that can\u2019t deliver the required quality, speed, or cost<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Concern about disrupting existing screen printing workflows<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many printers worry that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kornit.com\/magazine\/dtfilm-vs-screen-printing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adding DTG <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">will complicate operations rather than improve them. Others are unsure whether digital demand will be consistent enough to justify the investment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AIC addresses all of these concerns and a few more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How AIC Helps Create a Hybrid Screen Printing\u2013DTG Workflow<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A hybrid DTG-Screen printing workflow is one of the most important <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kornit.com\/magazine\/screen-printing-a-look-into-the-future-jsuh\/\">trends in 2026<\/a>. Here is how AIC makes it a reality.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Moving the Wrong Jobs Off the Screen<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not every job belongs on a screen printing press. Small runs, samples, test prints, reorders, and complex designs slow down traditional workflows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AIC allows these jobs to move to DTG without pressure to \u201cjustify\u201d equipment ownership. This frees screen printing capacity for what it does best: longer, repeatable runs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Improving Overall Capacity Utilization<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Screen presses spend more time on profitable runs. DTG handles short and complex jobs efficiently. The result is smoother production, fewer bottlenecks, and better use of labor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to immediate workflow gains, AIC offers a low-risk path into digital transformation:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gradual adoption\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operational learning\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stronger competitive positioning as digital demand grows<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Screen printers can evolve at their own pace while staying profitable and flexible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Not Just for Screen Printers<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While AIC is a powerful solution for hybrid screen printing environments, it\u2019s also an ideal entry point into print-on-demand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Businesses looking to offer on-demand production can do so without heavy upfront investment. The model supports fast response times, customization, and flexible volumes. All these are essential for modern fulfillment models.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For brands, decorators, and new digital adopters, AIC lowers the barrier to entry while maintaining industrial-grade quality.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Kornit&#039;s AIC Model\" width=\"422\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/flV0ncTr8iU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><b>Taking Full Advantage of AIC<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The printing industry is changing fast. Demand is more unpredictable, orders are smaller, and flexibility matters more than ever.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kornit\u2019s All-Inclusive Click model allows businesses to adapt without financial strain. It supports hybrid production and offers a rare opportunity for investment-free digital experimentation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re a screen printer looking to relieve workflow pressure or a business exploring print on demand, AIC offers a smarter way to move forward.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you like to learn more about AIC? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kornit.com\/all-inclusive-click\/#contact\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s talk<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Screen printers rarely lose business because they can\u2019t offer a quality outcome. They lose efficiency because their production model isn\u2019t flexible enough for today\u2019s mix of customization and unpredictable demand. While screen printing remains unmatched for long, repeatable runs, smaller orders, sampling, and reprints often clog the workflow. This is where DTG makes more sense. 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