When it comes to proofing, in-plants use a variety of methods, both virtual and tangible.

By Carol Brzozowski

But out at Western Growers, in Irvine, Calif., Robert Delgado feels much differently. His in-plant e-mails PDF proofs to customers, and he says they have been satisfied with the arrangement. Proofs always match the final job, adds Delgado, print shop, mail room and facility manager, so his shop has never considered any other type of proofing.