March 27, 2017

Business cards have been around for centuries…literally. During the fifteenth century, the Chineses created calling cards, which gave people notice before a visit. In the seventeenth century, European merchants invented trading cards as mini advertisements. It’s true, advertising existed back then too! A couple of centuries later, business cards have evolved to statement pieces that

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August 2, 2016

This year marks the 25th year in business for Hackworth. In 1991, Charlie, Dorothy and Charles ventured into providing blue printing services for the AEC industry in Hampton Roads. In the August issue of Inside Business, businesses throughout Hampton Roads who are celebrating a milestone anniversary in 2016 were recognized. For more on the Anniversary

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July 11, 2016

If your business involves the need to print construction plans for contractors, architects or engineers, you may be studying project costs to determine if you should buy your own printer or outsource the job to a third party professional.  As an owner or manager you must control the expenses of your company no matter its size so

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June 15, 2016

In days gone by a company would use some simple lettering on their fleet of vehicles to promote their brand and contact information. However, today’s vehicle graphic providers such as Hackworth/TGS, offer you a multitude of options that help take your business right to the consumer where they shop, work, and live. Consider using eye-catching and captivating fleet graphics when you upgrade your

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May 13, 2016

In the April 2016 edition of Wide-Format Imaging magazine, Hackworth/The Graphics Shop (TGS) were ranked the #26 wide format printing shop in the United States. The PrintingNews.com magazine listed the shop as the highest ranked in Virginia. This is the third year in a row that Hackworth has been recognized in this national publication as a

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