Paper business cards seem inexpensive at first glance, but the hidden costs add up quickly.
Direct Costs
- Initial printing: $50-200 for 500 cards
- Reprints when information changes: $50-200 each time
- Design updates: $100-500 per revision
- Storage and organization: Time and space
Indirect Costs
- Lost Opportunities: Running out of cards at events
- Outdated Information: Contacts with wrong details
- Environmental Impact: Corporate sustainability goals
- Time Waste: Manual entry and organization
The Digital Alternative
Digital business cards have a one-time setup cost and can be updated instantly for free. Over a year, most professionals save hundreds of dollars while improving their networking effectiveness.
Calculate your savings: If you reprint cards twice a year and attend 10 networking events, digital cards pay for themselves in the first few months.
