A workflow is a stream of work. The combination of automated actions and human interaction makes the work 'flow'.
The goal of a workflow is to:
Optimise processes
Shorten the time and steps needed for certain processes
Save money and materials
Workflow management
Workflows are often built with Enfocus Switch. It not only gives you a clearer visual picture of what is happening, but also lets you drive all kinds of applications and automate tasks. Think of:
Unpacking and sorting email
FTP downloads
Reading XML job tickets and routing jobs to the right press or printer
Speeding up and clarifying communication between colleagues
Simplifying communication with the customer
Uploading files, for example with Dropbox
(PDF) file control and preflight
Ink optimisation
Remote proofing
Driving RIPs
Archiving
Of course, not every process can be neatly mapped out or built into a Switch workflow. That is why we very regularly build custom solutions that automate processes. Think of:
Connections between websites and MIS/CRM solutions
Automating PDFs (for example encryption or modification)
Entering order calculations automatically
Load balancing
Various custom internet and intranet solutions
