back to basics
Taking control
A low-resolution, ruled-up imposed PDF is
available for review from the imposition view,
clearly showing page-size, position and bleeds.
Any potential tracking problems can be
of production
identified from this view.
As you approve sections online, HeadStart
alerts the pre-press department of their
workflow
readiness for plating. Once plated, the
sections are locked by pre-press personnel
headway
to prevent any further changes.
Recently added features include access to all
Taking pre-media control of your printed Once RIPped, your pages are presented
file revisions – you can revert to a previous
material has never been easier than with in both a low-resolution and/or a high-
version of a page at any time; trashed pages
HeadStart – an internet-based system resolution (Dialogue) soft proof. Extra tools
can be reinstated to the clipboard if required
that takes the stress out of demanding
enhancing the preview of the page are
and multiple files uploaded to the clipboard
production deadlines.
also available in Dialogue. The preflight and
can now be moved onto the flatplan from
approval process enables you to resolve
the multiple-move window with one click.
any issues immediately, ensuring that
your deadline is not compromised, and For more information on HeadStart, please
eliminates the need for a content proof contact Pre-Press Manager Jim Duggan on
headstart
to be returned to you. 01233 623131.
The ever increasing pressure on the
publishing sector to reduce and meet
challenging production deadlines, means the
need for speed and efficiency within the
pre-media process is paramount.
Available over an internet connection,
HeadStart puts Headley Brothers’ primary
head
pre-press workflow
set
on the desktop of the
client through a web-browser interface,
and addresses the need for efficiencies in
productivity and accuracy in the pre-media
process that our publisher clients demand.
Accessing the system with a secure log-in
and password at various user levels, you are
provided with real-time access to publications
you have uploaded. Individual pages, sections
and even impositions can be tracked
directly from your desktop, streamlining
head
communications be
store
tween departments
and colleagues at your site and between
you and us, the printer.
Gone are the days of submitting files and
waiting for days for a proof, or waiting for
hours or even days to be told there is a
problem. Uploaded files are checked by
HeadStart for common non-conformances
during RIPping. Any problems are reported
back in a simple-to-understand report. A
bookmarked PDF is available from this report,
which highlights the problem areas. The PDF
is low-resolution so can be easily downloaded
and emailed if you need to send it to an
advertiser or contributor.
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