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4-Day Online Workshop on
“Applications of AI in the Printing Industry (AAIPI)”

About the Workshop

This workshop offers a structured, practice-oriented introduction to the applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the printing industry. Over the course of the programme, participants will develop a foundational understanding of AI concepts, machine learning techniques, and image processing methods, and explore their relevance across print production workflows. The programme covers key application areas such as prepress automation, digital printing and imaging, predictive maintenance, intelligent workflow management, and AI-driven color management. Participants will also gain hands-on exposure to practical AI tools for tasks such as defect detection, process optimization, and data-driven quality control. Through a balanced combination of lectures, demonstrations, and interactive sessions, the programme equips industry professionals, faculty, researchers, and students with the knowledge and practical skills required to integrate AI solutions into modern printing processes and research environments.

Thrust Areas

• AI & ML techniques
• AI in digital printing & halftoning
• AI in predictive maintenance
• AI in information management
• AI in print workflow
• AI in print quality control

Objectives

• Introduce participants to AI fundamentals relevant to printing.
• Develop understanding of machine learning and image processing.
• Demonstrate AI applications in digital printing and workflows.
• Explore predictive maintenance and quality assurance using AI.
• Enable integration of AI into research and industry practice.

Target Participants

• Senior managerial professionals in the print industry
• Print production managers and supervisors
• Quality assurance professionals in printing and packaging
• Faculty members and researchers in Printing / Graphic / Media Technology
• Diploma, Graduate and Postgraduate students and professionals seeking to upgrade skills in colour management and process control

Programme Schedule (4 Days)

Day 1 – 11 April 2026

• 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Inauguration – Introduction to Workshop & Objectives
• 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Fundamentals of AI – Concepts, Terminologies & Applications
• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Break
• 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Scope of AI in print production
• 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Fundamentals of AI – Concepts, Terminologies & Applications
• 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Hands-on AI in Practice

Day 2 – 12 April 2026

• 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Hands-on AI in Practice
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: AI in Digital Printing & Imaging
• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Break
• 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: AI in Digital Printing & Imaging

Day 3 – 18 April 2026

• 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Predictive Maintenance using AI
• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Break
• 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Lecture & demo on AI in Information Management

Day 4 – 19 April 2026

• 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: AI in Print Workflow & Offset Print Process
• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Break
• 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: AI in Print Quality Control
• 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Interactive Session – Discussion & Q&A
• 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Valedictory Session – Feedback & Certificates

Outcomes for Participants

• Explain basic AI concepts relevant to printing technology.
• Apply AI methods for image analysis, defect detection, and workflow improvement.
• Demonstrate the use of AI in digital printing and automated workflows.
• Analyze print data to support maintenance and operational decisions.
• Assess AI-based approaches for color management and print quality control.
• Develop simple AI-enabled solutions for academic or industry applications in printing.

Modality & Registration

The programme will be conducted online via Microsoft Teams. The number of seats is limited and registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. An early-bird registration fee (01.03.2026 to 20.03.2026) of ₹1500 per participant and a late registration fee (21.03.2026 to 09.04.2026) of ₹2000 per participant is to be paid through online bank transfer to the following account:

• Bank: State Bank of India
• Branch: Jodhpur Park Branch
• A/C holder name: Regional Institute of Printing Technology
• A/C no.: 41614243034
• IFSC: SBIN0011539
• MICR: 700002334

Confirmed participants will receive the meeting link and further instructions by e-mail.