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Plastic Card ID (PCID) has built a reputation as a responsive, strategic partner for businesses that need durable, custom-printed plastic cards. With more than 50 million cards sold and a customer base exceeding 100,000 businesses, PCID combines precision printing with thoughtful service to help brands create memorable physical touchpoints.

PCID specializes in loyalty programs, gift cards, secure ID badges and advanced access solutions, delivering tailored products that drive measurable results. The team emphasizes long-term relationships, offering expertise in specialty finishes like clear plastic, custom shapes and metal cards to ensure every project reflects a client's unique identity.

PCID's product portfolio is designed to meet diverse commercial and operational needs, from eye-catching retail gift cards to robust RFID smart cards for secure facilities. Each solution is engineered to provide consistent performance and attractive presentation, helping brands increase customer engagement and support operational workflows with minimal friction.

Clients benefit from flexible options that include full-color printing, specialty substrates, and advanced encoding services to match a wide range of technologies and aesthetics. The company's process is focused on delivering industry-leading quality and custom solutions that align with campaign goals and organizational security requirements.

Beyond the cards themselves, PCID offers accessory options such as sleeves, custom carriers and affixing services that streamline distribution and enhance first impressions. These value-added services make it easier for brands to execute polished, professional programs without juggling multiple vendors or logistics hurdles.

Gift cards are a core strength for PCID, proven to increase retail revenue and customer retention when implemented correctly. With premium printing and optional finishes, these cards give retailers a polished, trustworthy product to present at point of sale and online promotions, helping convert interest into immediate sales.

Merchants appreciate the measurable impact of well-designed gift card programs, where the physical card serves as a persistent, tangible reminder that translates into repeat business and higher average transaction values over time.

Loyalty and membership cards from PCID are crafted to reinforce brand identity while tracking meaningful customer behaviors. Robust personalization and magnetic stripe or chip encoding options support a variety of loyalty technologies, so organizations can choose the best fit for their program objectives and budget.

These cards are intended not just to identify members, but to deepen customer relationships through consistent branding and reliable performance, ensuring cardholders receive value while organizations capture actionable engagement data.

To simplify campaign fulfillment, PCID supplies custom carriers, sleeves and full-service affixing and mailing, allowing clients to hand off complex logistics to a single, accountable partner. This approach reduces lead times and guarantees presentation quality when cards reach the hands of recipients.

For quick inquiries or to start a project, call 800.835.7919 and speak with a specialist who can map product options to campaign goals and timelines. A brief conversation often clarifies specifications and accelerates proofs and production scheduling.

Product Typical Use Expected Impact
Gift Cards Retail promotions, gifting Boosts sales by 35-50%
RFID/MIFARE Cards Access control, contactless payments Enhanced security and convenience
Custom Metal/Clear Cards Luxury branding and VIP programs High perceived value and loyalty lift

Security and advanced encoding are central to PCID's offerings, with solutions that range from secure ID badges to casino player cards and hotel key systems. The company supports MIFARE DESFire and other contactless technologies that deliver dependable access control while minimizing operational friction and maintenance headaches.

PCID's technology team collaborates with clients to determine the right mix of physical security features and digital encoding, balancing cost and capability so organizations can protect assets and streamline guest or employee experiences with confidence.

Whether integrating RFID, magnetic stripe, or barcode systems, the focus remains on secure access control and reliable encoding, ensuring cards function correctly across readers and remain durable under real-world handling conditions.

Contactless smart cards eliminate swiping and speed transactions in environments where time and convenience matter. PCID configures and encodes cards to client specifications, testing compatibility with existing readers and recommending upgrades when necessary to support advanced protocols.

These cards provide a modern user experience and can unlock operational efficiencies in hospitality, transportation or enterprise access programs. The team guides clients through encryption choices and lifecycle management to preserve security over time.

ID badges combine identity, branding and security, often integrating holographic visuals or tamper-evident features. PCID helps organizations implement badge programs that support compliance, verification and a clear visual sense of membership or authority across facilities.

By offering robust production controls and optional encoding, the company ensures that credentials are not only attractive but also pragmatic tools for daily security operations and visitor management.

PCID provides end-to-end support for encoding, testing and integration with third-party systems, ensuring cards arrive production-ready and fully compatible with client infrastructure. This includes sample runs and pilot programs to confirm performance before larger deployments proceed.

For technical consultation and project planning, reach out at 800.835.7919 to coordinate specifications, sample testing and timelines. The company's practical guidance helps avoid common pitfalls and accelerates time to market.

PCID's fulfillment services are built to simplify distribution for high-volume campaigns and sensitive operational deployments alike. The company manages everything from printing and encoding to affixing cards into carriers and mailing directly to recipients, removing logistical burden from marketing and operations teams.

Clients benefit from streamlined project management, consolidated invoicing and clear tracking through every production stage. This comprehensive approach reduces errors and delivers a consistent unboxing experience that reflects well on the brand at first encounter.

PCID's fulfillment offerings are particularly valuable to affiliate marketers and partners who rely on predictable turnarounds and professional presentation to maximize conversions and customer satisfaction across campaigns.

Branded carriers and sleeves elevate card presentation and protect assets during shipping. PCID offers a variety of materials and dielines to ensure that packaging complements the card design and enhances perceived value at the moment of reveal.

These accessories also serve marketing functions, incorporating messaging or promotional calls-to-action that prompt immediate redemption or further engagement. Thoughtful packaging often yields higher redemption rates and stronger brand recall.

Automated affixing and integrated direct-mail services enable turnkey execution for campaigns that demand speed and consistency. PCID handles placement, postal preparation and coordination with mailing vendors to ensure the timely arrival of promotional materials and membership credentials.

By controlling this portion of the supply chain, PCID reduces reliance on external vendors and ensures that quality standards are maintained through every step of delivery.

Experienced project managers guide clients through design, proofing and production, ensuring that schedules are realistic and milestones are met without surprises. This single-point accountability helps brands stay focused on strategy while PCID manages execution details.

To discuss a fulfillment plan or request a custom quote, call 800.835.7919 and a project specialist will outline options, timelines and cost estimates tailored to your campaign scale and complexity.

PCID's track record includes measurable wins for retailers, hospitality groups and associations. Case studies show that professional plastic card programs frequently produce double-digit uplift in repeat purchase behavior and increased engagement compared to paper or unbranded alternatives.

These examples demonstrate how a well-executed physical card program can translate into tangible financial results, driving both short-term sales and long-term loyalty that compounds over repeated interactions with the brand.

PCID's collaborative approach ensures clients receive strategic recommendations informed by performance data and industry best practices, empowering smarter decisions for subsequent campaigns and program iterations.

A national retail chain replaced paper certificates with custom plastic gift cards and saw a substantial increase in redemption velocity and average order value. PCID's design and fulfillment partnership ensured consistent card presentation across thousands of locations, delivering measurable sales growth and repeat business.

This project emphasized the power of physical presence in driving revenue, showing how the right materials and distribution strategy can amplify promotional impact and customer generosity during peak seasons.

A boutique hotel group implemented RFID key cards and branded loyalty cards to streamline guest check-in and encourage repeat stays. PCID's secure encoding and testing minimized equipment issues and helped the chain roll out cards across properties with minimal guest disruption.

The result was improved operational efficiency and a clearer path for targeted guest offers that increased loyalty program enrollment and direct booking rates over the following quarters.

Over 60 affiliate websites leverage PCID's product suite to earn commissions while providing quality solutions to their audiences. The affiliate partners value PCID's dependable fulfillment and consistent production standards that translate into repeatable revenue and high conversion rates for promotional campaigns.

To learn how affiliates can partner with PCID and scale returns, reach out to the partnerships team by calling 800.835.7919 for a brief orientation on program details and integration support.

Choosing PCID means partnering with a company that balances creative craftsmanship with operational discipline, delivering cards that stand out and programs that perform. Clients receive tailored recommendations, robust warranties and a dedication to long-term relationships that support growth through evolving marketing and security needs.

PCID's specialties include specialty materials like metal and clear plastic, advanced encoding options and turnkey logistics that simplify execution. These strengths combine to create programs that are both memorable and operationally efficient, producing measurable returns for brands and partners alike.

When you need a reliable vendor who treats your project as a strategic initiative rather than a one-off order, PCID provides the expertise and execution you can rely on to move from concept to delivery smoothly and confidently.

PCID stands behind its workmanship with comprehensive quality controls and responsive warranty support, ensuring defects are handled promptly and production standards remain consistent. This commitment protects your investment and minimizes disruption when programs scale or require replenishment.

The company's inspection and testing protocols are designed to catch issues early, delivering products that meet both aesthetic and functional expectations across distribution and everyday use.

PCID serves a wide geography of clients across retail, hospitality, education and corporate sectors, offering shipping and fulfillment options that accommodate both localized campaigns and national initiatives. The company's experience with large rollouts makes it an effective partner for ambitious programs of any scale.

Whether supporting a small regional initiative or a national brand relaunch, PCID leverages its networks and processes to deliver on time and on budget, helping clients focus on customer engagement rather than logistics.

Begin with a brief consultation to explore the best plastic card strategy for your brand, whether you need luxury metal VIP cards, secure access credentials, or high-impact retail gift cards. PCID's team will outline options, timelines and costing to fit your objectives.

Contact Plastic Card ID at 800.835.7919 to request a sample kit, pricing, or a custom project plan. Let us help you create a physical touchpoint that delivers measurable results.

Ready to elevate your brand with professional plastic card solutions? Call Plastic Card ID at 800.835.7919 to get started today.