Competitive Card Solutions Phils. Inc. (CCS) offers ID card printing and offset card printing. Both produce plastic cards. Start with what you need the cards to do; CCS can help confirm the suitable printing approach.

What is the main difference

ID card printing: Start here when you need finished cards for individual people, with different names, photos, ID numbers, barcodes or QR codes. Examples include employee and student IDs. CCS accepts these orders with no minimum quantity.

Offset card printing: Consider this for larger batches of branded PVC cards, such as membership, loyalty, hotel key or pre-printed cards. Prices per card generally decrease at higher quantities. CCS must confirm the minimum order, schedule and quotation for your requirements.

How do common customer needs compare

• Employee or student cards with individual names and photos: ask about ID card printing.
• A larger batch of branded membership or loyalty cards: ask about offset card printing.
• Cards that need both shared artwork and different personal details: describe both requirements so CCS can confirm the approach.

Can offset cards have different names or photos

Tell CCS which information changes on each card. Personalization requirements need confirmation as part of the job. A card being called a membership card or an employee ID does not by itself determine the production method.

Do I need to buy a card printer

These are printing services: CCS prints the cards for you. Buying a printer for your own organization is a separate enquiry.

What information helps CCS recommend a service

Please describe the card purpose, approximate quantity, whether each card needs different details, artwork status and required date. Mention any RFID, encoding or special finish requirements for confirmation.

ID Card Printing Services on the CCS website

Offset Card Printing on the CCS website