By DPS Magazine Staff
Part three of three
To ensure productivity, workflow and software tools help drive digital print and finishing towards automation. Many vendors showcased solutions that make up an end-to-end workflow for digital print environments.
Accura MIS showed print providers how to regain control, streamline their operations, optimize resource allocation, and maximize efficiency.
AccuZIP touted BuyLists.com, a service website that lets printers purchase highly targeted lists.
Alyent highlighted its automation print software, which reduces manual touches, errors, and production time.
Anchor Software demonstrated MaxCASS Plus for address correction and validation that processes millions of records per hour.
BCC Software highlighted Mail Manager mail processing software, which features a new dual interface called companion interface.
ColorLogic GmbH offered demonstrations of their three flagship products—ColorAnt, CoPrA, and ZePrA.
Crawford Technology highlighted SmartSetup AutoSence and AI, a solution designed to automate print file indexing, data extraction, and onboarding.
Customer’s Canvas by Aurigma unveiled the latest features of its web to print platform, including advanced product management capabilities.
DirectMail2.0 highlighted its marketing-based solution designed to track the effectiveness of direct mail campaigns while enhancing the results through the integration of digital platforms.
Enfocus showcased the power of its flexible automation solutions for the print industry in an interactive showcase where visitors could transform snapshots into miniature versions featuring an automated workflow using PitStop, Switch and Griffin.
EngView releaesd its Package & Display Designer Suite. This new version brings new features like visualization of conical objects and improved 3D modeling.
eProductivity Software showed attendees how to experience the power of streamlined workflows through ecommerce capabilities, streamlined print management with MIS/ERPs, optimized estimating and scheduling, and improved mailing processes.
Fiery showcased the latest cutting-edge DFEs and workflow products driving digital print operations. Attendees saw previews of the new Fiery Command WorkStation 7 job management software and Fiery XF 8 RIP software for large format printers, along with e demonstrations of Fiery’s latest DFE software, FS600 Pro platform, and Fiery Digital Factory v11.1 RIP software for DTF and DTG printers.
Global Graphics Software presented live demonstrations of its SmartDFE, a full software stack for high-speed, single-pass presses printing fully variable data.
GMG Color invited attendees to explore its comprehensive suite of tools designed to simplify color accuracy and consistency in the printing process.
HYBRID Software demonstrated its complete portfolio of prepress and workflow software for labels and packaging. The updated HYBRID PACKZ editor adds tools to predict the color of printed artwork under various printing conditions, including different spot color strategies.
iC3D Software, developer of 3D visualization and rendering solutions, demonstrated Version 9 of its iC3D Suite. This includes a major enhancement to its PDF Editor, leveraging technology from HYBRID’S own PDF Libraries to deliver an enhanced user experience and faster, pixel-perfect rendering. Version 9 also offers seamless integration with HYBRID Software’s CLOUDFLOW for high volume 3D automation.
Infigo demonstrated how to implement a digital strategy with the flexibility of its web to print platform; and seamless integrations with solution providers like CERM, Hybrid, Enfocus, and Esko.
InSoft Automation introduced Imp Version 13 with a powerful invention—“no-mix ganging.” For the first time Print Estimation is Industry 4.0 standard. In Version 13 handsfree “Quotation—Imposed Layouts—Job Card” generation is a reality.
Locr showcased its GEOmarketing capabilities, including a sample of a retail direct mailer.
LoyaltyLoop showed small business owners ho wot identity and grow their base of loyal customers with customer experience management.
In addition to its automated finishing equipment, Muller Martini showcased its Connex Workflow system.
OneVision Software highlighted its modular middleware solutions designed to automate production.
ONYX officially announced ONXX Align for the North America market, its new business management platform to manage orders, production, and create quotes.
PlanProphet demonstrated its CRM that integrates with print MIS solutions.
PrintIQ highlighted its estimating, ordering, ecommerce, and production MIS solution.
Printbox featured Masterpiece AI, which enables online stores to offer users the ability to create artwork with text-to-image technology.
PrintFactory highlighted its prepress workflow automation solution, PrintFactory Workflow.
PrintVIS highlighted its comprehensive, print-focused end-to-end MIS system.
PrintReach showcased Printer’s Plan’s print management solution.
Propago invited attendees to chat about how its Marketing Asset Management (Web-to-Print) and WMS solution can help you bring more value to your clients while streamlining your operations.
Racami announced the launch of its Alchem-e Doc Creator.
Radix Software showcased OnPrintShop, which is designed to track production activity and centrally manage all sales channels.
Rochester Software Associates demonstrates WebCRD Web to Print V12.
SmartSoft showed the latest updates to PressWise, its all-in-one Print MIS, Web Storefront and Print Automation platform. This includes an all-new integration with PlanProphet, the CRM platform tailored to the print industry, PCI-compliant payment handling, as well as numerous other enhancements throughout the entire PressWise platform.
Viesus showcased its Image Enhancement, which offers AI Upscaling to boost the quality of low-resolution images by improving the printable resolution to make them fit for use in large print formats.
X-Rite Incorporated demonstrated how a connected ecosystem of color measurement, specification, formulation, and quality control solutions helps printers simplify print workflows, exceed brand requirements, and improve print quality.
Xitron demonstrated its entire line of prepress workflow solutions. Offering true prepress independence in each segment and based on the fastest RIP on the market, Navigator workflows are cost-effective solutions that feature exceptional functionality with blended technologies from sister companies HYBRID Software and ColorLogic.
Powering Print
This is just a sampling of the software vendors and workflow experts on display at Printing United. Stay up-to-date on all the latest industry news with DPS Magazine.
Nov2023, DPS Magazine