What is Certificate Fraud and How Can you Prevent it?

The fraudulent reproduction of certificates has increased considerably in recent years, creating a huge headache for many organisations. Fake certificates can be used to secure employment in fields for which an individual is not qualified, damaging the reputation of businesses and awarding bodies and possibly even placing the public at risk, especially in industries such as healthcare.

The Uses and Benefits of Integrated Labels & Cards

Integrated Labels. Integrated labels have a self-adhesive laminate patch affixed to the reverse of the sheet with a precision die-cut. This creates a document (usually A4 but it can be any other size), which can be laser or inkjet personalised on the letter section and the label in one process. Integrated labels are also referred… Continue reading The Uses and Benefits of Integrated Labels & Cards

Barclays Makes Image Survivable Features Compulsory on Cheques

For the past 12 months, major banks have been requesting that an Image survivable Feature (ISF), such as a UCN, be included on all cheques as soon as possible to help reduce the incidence of fraud.  Barclays has recently declared that ISF’s are now compulsory on all their cheques. This has been implemented as of… Continue reading Barclays Makes Image Survivable Features Compulsory on Cheques

Xerox Versant 4100 investment proves to be the best fit for A1 Security Print’s Complex Printing Projects.

A1 Security Print has recently continued its investment in its digital printing capacity with the installation of a Xerox Versant 4100. This latest investment underpins a strategy to grow their variable data and colour digital offering in the security print sector.  Over recent years, data has become increasingly important in the fight against fraud. Clients’… Continue reading Xerox Versant 4100 investment proves to be the best fit for A1 Security Print’s Complex Printing Projects.