Having a Web-to-print solution is becoming essential for in-plants. For those eager to add one but unsure of how to start, here are some tips.

By Julie Shaffer

• How customizable is the solution?

• Will your site look like ABC Printer down the street?

• What skills will your existing staff need to interface with the system?

• How user friendly is the administrative interface?

• Is the system built with “standard” applications or protocols?

• Do you need the system to integrate with other existing systems in your business, like order entry, MIS, prepress/production or proofing?

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Julie Shaffer is Vice President, Digital Technologies at Printing Industries of America. She heads up the Digital Printing Council (DPC), as well as the Center for Digital Printing Excellence at Printing Industries headquarters in Sewickley, PA. In her position, Julie plays a lead role in developing programs and tools to help members grow their businesses with digital technologies.

Known for her graphic production expertise, Julie has a 20-plus year background in pre-media and print. She is often called upon for training, presentations and to provide on-site consulting throughout the industry on diverse range of topics, including PDF, color management, digital printing, social media and Web-to-print implementation. Julie is co-author of several books, including "The PDF Print Production Guide" (1st, 2nd and 3rd edition), the "Web-to-Print Primer" and the forthcoming "Field Guide to Social Media."

Web-to-print for In-plants