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Our Approach

We understand what we do has to help you achieve your goals. So we provide our clients with digital, litho and large format print, together with data & mailing solutions and design services that combine to deliver high quality, impactful customer communications.

For every job we consult, develop and implement to create the right solution each and every time. We manage the process for our clients, taking the pain away, so you can concentrate on what really matters to your business.

When you need fast turnaround short run print, we’re right by your side. When you need more complex print, we’re there for you.

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Meet the Team

People make relationships, and great people forge great relationships, which is why we regularly invest in development and training to build an outstanding team that meets our client’s needs. A team with a wealth of cross-industry knowledge and experience drawn from corporate business, marketing, creative, print and direct mail backgrounds.

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Over 40 years’ experience in print & mail and e-commerce has seen Barry build his own print consultancy and be the MD and CEO of global businesses, with a remit covering London, Hong Kong, Tokyo and US offices. Now co-owner of DCS, Barry is responsible for steering operations, sales & marketing, finance and guiding the executive management team, setting the strategy to drive the business forward.

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Managing Director

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With a passion for print that’s ingrained in every fibre, for over 30 years Dave has been driven by delivering the best possible solutions for each and every client. Through his passion and commitment, caring about what he does is displayed naturally. And today, delivering great work still generates a real buzz because “it creates happy customers and helps influence people’s choices, so it’s hugely rewarding.”.
His mindset is to constantly look to the future to understand how DCS can embrace new technology, innovation and processes for the benefit of customers. Always looking for the best way to do something stimulates his thinking and improves outcomes, meaning we meet the needs of our customers and help them thrive in their business.

Dave Gibbons

Co-Owner

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With over 25 years’ experience in the printing industry, Jane started in Reception and moved on to Customer Service until 2009 when she was promoted to Office Manager. She manages the day to day running of DCS and is responsible for overseeing supplier relationships, purchasing and credit control. Whilst also being responsible for our infrastructure, management of our ISO9001 and ISO14001 standards and setting the company’s policies and procedures.

Jane Wheeler

Office Manager & Finance

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A seasoned Operations Director backed by over 25 years project management experience and a forensic knowledge of print production gleaned from key positions in financial and commercial printing, finishing and distribution environments. Professional and agile with a client focused can-do attitude and service oriented, Tim offers a valuable combination of creativity and analytical skill with the ability to assess, communicate and implement cost-effective solutions for an international client base.

Tim McAuliffe

Operations Director

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Mark has over 30 years’ experience working on and successfully delivering technology focussed solutions within the print and communications industry. With a forensic knowledge of data security and a proven track record implementing automated workflows that drive greater efficiency, building e-commerce platforms and producing iOS and Android apps, Mark enables DCS to offer clients a more comprehensive service.

Mark Aris

Technical Director

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Another member of the team with over 25 years’ experience in the print industry. Gary’s deep well of knowledge encompasses all aspects of printing, mailing, finishing and distribution. He’s a seasoned manager who’s responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the DCS production department that leads to our clients receiving a seamless experience.

Gary Haynes

Production Manager

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Adam has been in print and design for 25 years including a number of years at the Central Office of Information (COI) before joining the DCS family.

Through his many roles in print, Adam has acquired rare experience and a highly valuable skill set combining Customer Service, Project Management, Procurement, Pre-press, Graphic Design and Estimating that now benefits DCS customers.

Adam Seymour

PrePress / Customer Service

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Paul Left school at 16 in 1982 with aspirations of being a Pop Star, unfortunately he couldn’t sing or play an instrument so a life in Print beckoned!!! Started his career in Typesetting before moving into Sales over 20 years ago specialising in Financial Print and working closely with many of the Investment Banks.

Moved into sales – specialising in Investment banking and IPOs – in 2001.

Paul Joined DCS in 2022 continuing his relationships in the Financial sector and beyond.

Outside of selling print and mail, he recently wrote and produced a film starring Ricky Gervais and Steven Merchant!!

Paul Hallam

Business Development Specialist

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With a background in Events Management, Customer Service & Sales combined with a degree in Events & Marketing, Lewis is our resident events & exhibitions expert! Lewis focuses on providing our top-quality service and print to all exhibitors at the ExCeL and beyond, should you be planning an event or trade show give Lewis a call, he will be extremely pleased to advise or assist you.

Lewis McGonigle

Sales Executive

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Jana is our go to person when it comes to anything creative having studied graphic design at University.  She started out her career as an Artworker/Graphic Designer but also gained experience in Large Format Print Production and Installation. Since then, Jana has further expanded her knowledge in Digital Print and as a member of Team DCS is now responsible for Design, File Preparation and the building of our Imperium Websites.

Jana Kovacsova

Digital Creative Designer

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Robbie joined DCS in September 2022 and is one of our telesales and customer service team members. Following on from his BSc (Hons) Degree at Glasgow university Robbie’s background has been working in the financial sector. Robbie brings interpersonal skills, customer care and telesales experience to the company.

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Telesales and Customer Services

Read what our clients have to say. We’re delighted they took the trouble to tell us:

“DCS have produced training materials for us for over four years. Throughout this time they have provided a first-class service. The team at DCS are helpful and professional, and we have a very good working partnership. I would recommend them unreservedly.”
“DCS has been our printing supplier for over 10 years. As a training provider, our material is integral to the success of our business and DCS, in our opinion, provide the best service in the print marketplace, always on time and at a very competitive rate.”
“DCS have been supporting our training and events programme for the past 8 years. I have every confidence in the service they supply and have recommended DCS to many friends and colleagues over the years. DCS genuinely cares about the quality of our product and has saved our bacon numerous times through their attention to detail and knowledge of our business.”
“Thank you and your team for all the help and support you have provided to us so far this year. As you know we have been extremely busy and it is great to be able to rely on you to produce our documentation quickly and accurately, always ensuring we receive it to deadline.”
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Get in touch to talk about how we can help you manage your customer communications and all your print needs.