The ROI of 3D printing

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Can 3D printing pay for itself?

How can you be sure that 3D printing makes financial sense for your business? In this white paper, discover methods and information to help you analyze the costs and make a strong case before you buy.

What you will learn

A 3D print costs less than an outsourced part. But this statement isn’t enough to make a business case. By reading this white paper you will learn how to:

Analyze your current production costs and compare them with desktop 3D printing
Calculate the payback period and savings from investing in a desktop 3D printer
Assess financial pros and cons of different production methods
Maximize throughput and efficiency of 3D printers

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