--- title: CARDSource News and Updates - Blog | All about Plastic Cards description: All about Plastic Cards | Learn the latest in card news - what is changing in the industry, exciting events at CARDSource and ideas for your card programs. image: https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Cardsource%20January2018/Images/Main-Page-Slider-Storefront.jpg --- - ** [651.686.0660](tel:16516860660) - ** [651.686.0660](tel:16516860660) - [About](https://www.cardsource.com/about/) - [Contact](https://www.cardsource.com/cardsource-contact-us-for-custom-printed-cards/) - [Resellers](https://www.cardsource.com/resellers/) - ** Search this site on Google Go [![CARDSource Designed Success](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Cardsource%20January2018/Images/CARDSource_logo_DesignedSuccess.png)](https://www.cardsource.com/) Search this site on Google Go [![21458000_1417765704985457_1413246917330116085_o](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/21458000_1417765704985457_1413246917330116085_o.jpg)](https://www.cardsource.com/news/typical-confusion-around-ordering-gift-cards) ## [Typical Confusion Around Ordering Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/typical-confusion-around-ordering-gift-cards) [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/all-about-plastic-cards)[gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card)[Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-articles)[Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-cards)[POS system](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/pos-system)[pvc](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/pvc)[cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/cards)[Gift Card Program](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-program)[gift card sleeves](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-sleeves)[gift cards for salons and spas](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-cards-for-salons-and-spas)[giftcard](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/giftcard)[Magnetic Stripe](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/magnetic-stripe)[plastic card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/plastic-card)[plastic gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/plastic-gift-card) March 4, 2018 If you’re interested in getting gift cards for your business but don’t know where to start, you’re n... 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[Read more...](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-do-i-setup-a-reward-card-program) [![joint fitness-1](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/joint%20fitness-1.png)](https://www.cardsource.com/news/gym-membership-card-production-in-the-new-year) ## [3 Membership Card Options For Your Gym](https://www.cardsource.com/news/gym-membership-card-production-in-the-new-year) [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/all-about-plastic-cards)[Key Tags](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/key-tags)[By Industry Card Samples](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/by-industry-card-samples)[Gym Membership Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gym-membership-cards)[Health & Fitness](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/health-fitness)[Membership Card Photos](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/membership-card-photos)[Membership Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/membership-cards) January 2, 2017 Does your gym or fitness center see an increase in memberships at the beginning of each year? 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[Read more...](https://www.cardsource.com/news/gym-membership-card-production-in-the-new-year) [![gift card samples, 3](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Blog/gift%20card%20samples%2c%203.png)](https://www.cardsource.com/news/closed-and-open-loop-gift-card-programs) ## [Options Within Closed-Loop and Open-Loop Gift Card Programs](https://www.cardsource.com/news/closed-and-open-loop-gift-card-programs) [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/all-about-plastic-cards)[gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card)[Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-cards)[business](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/business)[cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/cards)[Closed-Loop Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/closed-loop-gift-cards)[Gift Card Program](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-program)[Open-Loop Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/open-loop-gift-cards) December 5, 2016 You have received gift cards, given them as gifts, and now you want to offer them for your business.... [Read more...](https://www.cardsource.com/news/closed-and-open-loop-gift-card-programs) [![bakery-1](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Cardsource%20January2018/Images/bakery-1.jpg)](https://www.cardsource.com/news/closed-loop-vs-open-what-is-the-best-gift-card-program-for-my-business) ## [Closed Loop vs. Open: What Is The Best Gift Card Program For My Business?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/closed-loop-vs-open-what-is-the-best-gift-card-program-for-my-business) [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/all-about-plastic-cards)[Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-cards)[business](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/business)[Closed-Loop Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/closed-loop-gift-cards)[Gift Card Program](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-program)[Open-Loop Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/open-loop-gift-cards) December 2, 2016 Many businesses start thinking about adding a gift card program but don’t know where to start. With ... 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Relax and let CARDSource wa... [Read more...](https://www.cardsource.com/news/be-thrilled-with-your-gift-card-order) [![LoyaltyCard-780x438](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Cardsource%20January2018/Images/LoyaltyCard-780x438.jpeg)](https://www.cardsource.com/news/creating-customer-loyalty-with-membership-cards) ## [Creating Customer Loyalty with Membership Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/creating-customer-loyalty-with-membership-cards) [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/all-about-plastic-cards)[Business Tips](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/business-tips)[cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/cards)[membership card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/membership-card)[Membership Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/membership-cards) October 6, 2016 You’ve probably heard the statistics about how it is easier to keep an existing customer than trying... 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[Read more...](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-are-gift-cards-made) [![shutterstock_376090663-3](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Cardsource%20January2018/Images/shutterstock_376090663-3.jpg)](https://www.cardsource.com/news/benefits-of-offering-gift-cards-for-a-small-business) ## [What Are the Benefits of Offering Gift Cards for a Small Business?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/benefits-of-offering-gift-cards-for-a-small-business) [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/all-about-plastic-cards)[gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card)[Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-articles)[Plastic Related Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/plastic-related-articles)[sales](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/sales)[brand](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/brand)[business](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/business)[plastic card benefits](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/plastic-card-benefits) July 3, 2016 Customized gift cards for small business are a great way to increase sales and loyalty. Long ago, la... 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There can be some confusion surrounding ordering gift cards that can put people off. We’ll clarify a few things to get you moving in the right direction. Plus, always remember: if you ever have a question, just ask! **Ryan Murphy** | March 4, 2018 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [printing](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/printing) - [plastic cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-cards) ## [Why Should I Care If My Plastic Card is Laminated?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/why-should-i-care-if-my-plastic-card-is-laminated) You’re ordering plastic cards—[gift cards](https://www.cardsource.com/gift-cards-business/), [membership cards](https://www.cardsource.com/plastic-membership-cards/), or the many other options—and the topic of lamination comes up. The card is already plastic, so why does it need to be laminated? This is a common question with many answers. **Kayla Latterell** | October 4, 2017 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card) - [Plastic Card Trends](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-card-trends) - [business](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business) - [business card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business-card) - [business trends for 2017](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business-trends-for-2017) - [cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/cards) - [Gift Card Program](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-program) - [Membership Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/membership-cards) - [plastic card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-card) - [plastic cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-cards) ## [Top 2017 Trends Impact Plastic Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/top-2017-trends-impact-plastic-gift-cards) At the beginning of every year, there is always speculation about what trends we’ll see in the upcoming year. It could be clothing, sport, business trends or any variety of topics. We like to watch what the popular forecasts predict. **Tom Murphy** | June 5, 2017 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [Business Tips](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business-tips) - [cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/cards) - [Plastic Church Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-church-cards) ## [Exciting Plastic Card Options for Your Church](https://www.cardsource.com/news/exciting-plastic-card-options-for-your-church) In search of something special to add value to your church’s offerings? With a library of over 70 card shapes and sizes, we will develop a custom card solution for your faith-based organization. **Tom Murphy** | March 3, 2017 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [loyalty cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/loyalty-cards) - [Business Tips](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business-tips) - [Plastic Reward Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-reward-cards) ## [How Do I Set Up a Reward Card Program?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-do-i-setup-a-reward-card-program) If you’re asking how to set up a reward card program, you probably at least know the appeal of plastic rewards cards. Simply put, reward programs are a very trendy and effective way to encourage customer loyalty and promote repeat purchasing behavior. Common[ reward card programs](https://www.cardsource.com/news/loyalty-programs-reward-cards-know-your-options) can be as simple as a paper punch card (buy 5 cups of coffee get the 6th free!) or a plastic card that tracks various behaviors and awards the user after earning a set number of points ($10 off after $100 purchase)? **Tom Murphy** | February 5, 2017 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [Key Tags](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/key-tags) - [By Industry Card Samples](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/by-industry-card-samples) - [Gym Membership Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gym-membership-cards) - [Health & Fitness](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/health-fitness) - [Membership Card Photos](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/membership-card-photos) - [Membership Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/membership-cards) ## [3 Membership Card Options For Your Gym](https://www.cardsource.com/news/gym-membership-card-production-in-the-new-year) Does your gym or fitness center see an increase in memberships at the beginning of each year? How about after a huge promotion? **Tom Murphy** | January 2, 2017 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card) - [Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-cards) - [business](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business) - [cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/cards) - [Closed-Loop Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/closed-loop-gift-cards) - [Gift Card Program](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-program) - [Open-Loop Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/open-loop-gift-cards) ## [Options Within Closed-Loop and Open-Loop Gift Card Programs](https://www.cardsource.com/news/closed-and-open-loop-gift-card-programs) You have received gift cards, given them as gifts, and now you want to offer them for your business. The benefits of a gift card program for your customers are clear: they are easy to buy, use, and offer your customers options. Plus, they are a promotional tool for your [business](https://www.cardsource.com/business-type/product-retail-plastic-gift-cards/). What are your gift card program possibilities? **Tom Murphy** | December 5, 2016 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-cards) - [business](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business) - [Closed-Loop Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/closed-loop-gift-cards) - [Gift Card Program](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-program) - [Open-Loop Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/open-loop-gift-cards) ## [Closed Loop vs. Open: What Is The Best Gift Card Program For My Business?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/closed-loop-vs-open-what-is-the-best-gift-card-program-for-my-business) Many businesses start thinking about adding a gift card program but don’t know where to start. With the right help, implementing a gift card program doesn’t need to be difficult. There are a few things to decide, one of them being whether you want to offer a closed-loop or open-loop gift card program. **Tom Murphy** | December 2, 2016 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card) - [Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-cards) - [Ordering](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/ordering) - [business](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business) - [cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/cards) - [CARDSource](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/cardsource) - [design](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/design) ## [What You Don't Know About Gift Cards May Hurt You](https://www.cardsource.com/news/be-thrilled-with-your-gift-card-order) You're making a great decision by [ordering gift cards for your business](https://www.cardsource.com/starting-a-gift-card-program-for-your-business). Relax and let CARDSource walk you through the process. We’ll give you some helpful tips along the way to ensure your [**gift cards**](https://www.cardsource.com/gift-cards-business/) match your business and goals. Placing an order for gift cards is simple, but taking a few extra moments to ensure you're focused on your business and your customers can make it a real success. **Jade Beaver** | November 3, 2016 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [Business Tips](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business-tips) - [cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/cards) - [membership card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/membership-card) - [Membership Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/membership-cards) ## [Creating Customer Loyalty with Membership Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/creating-customer-loyalty-with-membership-cards) You’ve probably heard the statistics about how it is easier to keep an existing customer than trying to attract a new customer. **Tom Murphy** | October 6, 2016 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-articles) - [manufacturing](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/manufacturing) - [Plastic Related Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-related-articles) ## [How Are Gift Cards Made?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-are-gift-cards-made) ## Production of [gift cards](https://www.cardsource.com/plastic-gift-card-printing) is, first and foremost, a printing process. The customer's logo and design is reproduced on a plastic card and a unique number is added to each individual card. 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