How to compete in printing plate manufacturing, when customers are going to China , India?

Question

We manufacture art design, and rubber or polymer printing plates to plastic, burlap bag manufacturers.

Answer 1

You can take a two pronged approach:
1) Develop a specialized niche and provide GREAT customer service. A local, personalized business creates customer loyalty that can oversome long distance low prices.
2) Investigate how you can use foriegn resources to make you own business more competitive. There may be overseas supplies that can make your operation more competitive.