The IRgA Index slumped a bit during the third quarter of 2015, but it remains well above 50, which means business is still growing. The Index stood at 57 for services to AEC businesses, compared to 74 in the second quarter. And it stood at 72 for services to non-AEC markets, compared to 78 for that category in the second quarter. Any number over 50 indicates growth.
The third quarter 2015 Index was based on a survey of IRgA members sent in November. Forty-eight reprographics shop members answered the survey. Of the respondents, 17 reported growth in their AEC business over the previous quarter, compared to 10 who said it went down. For non-AEC business, 25 reported growth, compared to 4 who saw a decline.
Specific details about the survey, such as a geographic breakdown and a detailed breakdown by type of job, will be emailed to respondents who completed the survey and Bronze, Silver, and Gold members. Look for the next survey in February.