Factoring for printing and publishing companies

• Cash flow challenge: Printing and publishing businesses facing long customer payment terms and high upfront costs for materials, print runs, and distribution.

• Perfect for: Print manufacturers, packaging suppliers, publishers, and media production firms managing large contracts or delayed receivables.

Novuna helps printing and publishing companies release cash from unpaid invoices through flexible factoring solutions, either through our award-winning in-house service or by comparing providers and ensuring you have the best deal for your situation.

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Factoring solutions to keep publications on schedule

The printing and publishing industry often faces long payment terms from distributors, wholesalers, and advertisers, which can limit day-to-day cash flow. Invoice factoring provides a way to unlock that money early giving you access to most of your invoice value within 24-48 hours.

By converting unpaid invoices into cash, your business can:

• Pay for paper, ink, packaging, and labour without waiting for client payments.

• Maintain consistent production schedules for large print runs.

• Cover distribution and logistics costs on time.

• Plan marketing and publishing releases confidently.

Benefits of factoring for printing and publishing companies

• Immediate cash flow: Access up to 90% of invoice value within days.

• Operational stability: Maintain production and meet supplier deadlines without waiting for payments.

• No new borrowing: Release funds already owed to your business rather than taking on additional debt.

• Marketing campaigns: Fund digital ads, social media promotions, or local events to boost bookings.

• Staffing costs: Cover wages, bonuses, or training during busy periods.

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Factoring vs. invoice finance: which is right for your printing business?

• Factoring: Your provider advances cash and manages customer collections directly, freeing up your internal resources.

• Invoice finance: You retain control of client relationships and collections while still releasing working capital.

For many printers and publishers, factoring offers simplicity and reduced admin, while invoice finance suits firms that prefer to keep credit control in-house. Novuna offers both, so you can choose the best fit for your workflow and client expectations.

How factoring works for printing and publications

1. Raise an invoice for completed printing, packaging, or publishing work.
   
   
2. Sell the invoice to a factoring provider.
   
   
3. Receive up to 90% of its value within 24–48 hours.
   
   
4. The provider collects payment directly from your client.
   
   
5. You receive the remaining balance (minus agreed fees) once payment clears.

Other funding solutions for your printing business

Factoring can also work alongside other financial tools to strengthen business resilience and expansion.

For example, asset finance allows printers to invest in new presses or finishing machinery without large upfront costs, while supply chain finance supports faster payments to paper suppliers, designers, and distributors.

How Novuna Business Cash Flow can help

We’ve supported printing and publishing businesses across the UK to access funding that keeps production and distribution running smoothly.

Speak to our experts today and we will help you find a great fit for your situation.