FAQ
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about our color management and print production services, certifications, or how we work? We've answered the most common ones below. If yours isn't here, reach out—we're happy to discuss your specific challenges.
General
What does Mann & Co. Inc. specialize in?
We specialize in color management and print production services for brands, advertising agencies, and print providers of all sizes. Our leading expertise is in GMI certification consulting, helping clients achieve retailer-compliant quality and consistency, while our full capabilities deliver repeatable results across any project—reducing waste, speeding workflows, and improving outcomes.
Where is Mann & Co. located?
We are based in Sarasota, Florida: Mann & Co. Inc. 1920 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Suite 160-224 Sarasota, FL 34240 Phone: (941) 259-2100
Who founded Mann & Co. and when?
Perry Mann founded the company in 1998, drawing on decades of hands-on expertise in color management and print production.
Color Management Services
What certifications does Mann & Co. hold?
We are certified G7 Experts (Idealliance) with deep, market-leading experience in GMI and BrandQ processes. Our primary strength is GMI certification consulting—providing full preparation, implementation, and ongoing compliance support for retailer and packaging requirements, including on-site evaluation readiness and sustained process controls. We complement this with G7 for broad predictability and efficiency across all print types.
What is GMI certification?
GMI (Graphic Measures International) is a rigorous, third-party audit standard for packaging print quality, process controls, and color management. It ensures compliance with major retailer specifications, minimizes risks in high-stakes production, and supports premium brand contracts—capabilities in strong demand today.
How does GMI certification benefit brands?
It reduces approval cycles, lowers rejection risks, ensures consistent color across suppliers, protects brand equity, and accelerates time-to-market for packaging—key advantages in today's retailer-driven market.
How does GMI certification benefit print providers?
It differentiates your shop with audited quality, positions you for premium brand/retailer contracts, supports higher-value work, and reduces internal rework through proven process controls.
Do you help clients achieve or maintain these certifications?
Yes, we provide expert GMI consulting, including facility evaluations, process optimization, preparation for on-site assessments, training, and ongoing support for GMI and BrandQ compliance. This is our leading offering for clients targeting retailer standards.
What is G7 certification?
G7 is an Idealliance methodology that calibrates presses and workflows to a shared neutral appearance, enabling precise color matching across devices, substrates, and locations. It provides the foundation for consistent results and delivers measurable gains like up to 75% reduced makeready time and 43% fewer client rejections.
What is BrandQ?
BrandQ (Idealliance) is a packaging-focused program that provides standardized tools, metrics, and language to align brands and suppliers for consistent quality throughout the supply chain.
Print Production Services
What types of print projects do you handle?
We manage a full range: brochures, flyers, direct mail, posters, banners, point-of-sale materials, packaging prototypes, meeting kits, and custom marketing collateral—from short-run digital to high-volume offset with premium finishes.
Do you only work with large companies?
No. We serve businesses and agencies of all sizes, delivering efficient, high-quality results whether for one-off pieces or large campaigns.
Working with Mann & Co.
How do I get started?
Contact us for an initial discussion. We'll review your current challenges and recommend practical steps forward.
Do you offer remote or on-site services?
Both—remote consulting, file optimization, and training, plus on-site audits and press checks when required.
How long does a typical project take?
It depends on scope: quick consultations in days; full GMI certification programs or complex implementations in weeks to months.
Next Step
Ready to eliminate color guesswork and costly reruns? Reach out to discuss your workflow—we can review your challenges and share insights on improving color accuracy and efficiency.
Call (941) 259-2100 or click below.