Welcome to the Mann & Co. Color Management Blog

Achieving consistent, accurate color across printing, packaging, and branding isn't just a technical challenge — it's a business advantage. Color variation can lead to rejected proofs, delayed launches, wasted materials, and lost sales. That's why we've created this blog: to share practical, expert insights that help brands, print buyers, agencies, and printers get it right the first time.

Here you'll find in-depth guides on:

• Print Quality Management (PQM) — how to create enforceable brand color standards, supplier accountability, and ongoing audits for global consistency (exactly like the programs used by major CPG brands).

• GMI and G7 certification processes — from preparation to compliance readiness.

• Brand color strategies that maintain fidelity on press, across substrates, and in different lighting.

• Rebranding advice to avoid common color disasters during transitions.

• Troubleshooting real-world issues like metamerism, substrate mismatches, and supply chain color handoffs.

• Tips for setting clear color expectations with clients and vendors.

Our posts draw directly from decades of hands-on experience in color management consulting, including our flagship Print Quality Management (PQM) Service. Whether you're implementing PQM to lock in your brand colors globally, gearing up for GMI Printer Essentials certification, optimizing your workflow for better proof-to-press matches, or simply trying to eliminate "it's close enough" compromises — these articles deliver actionable steps and industry know-how.

New content is added regularly, including fresh case studies, certification updates, and quick wins for busy teams. Scroll down to explore recent posts, or use the search/topics if you're looking for something specific. Ready to fix your color challenges for good? Get in touch — we're here to help.