1. Konica Minolta’s workflow automation solution for production print

2. Agenda Challenges in Production Print The Value of Print Automation
Typical Production Print Workflows
Tools to Help You Sell

3. Challenges in Production Print
Investing in the latest technology
Too many manual processes
Disappearing margins
Digital Media
Overbooked staff
Not enough time to onboard new clients

4. A Time-Intensive Manual Workflow
Preflight
File Preparation
Color Management
Bindery Calculations
Last-Minute Changes
Hard-Copy Proofs
Imposition Layout
Mixed Media
In-Line Finishing Requirements

5. The Ideal Workflow

6. The Power of One Click Workflow Name Manual Setup Multi-Job Merge
37 clicks
Route Based on Job Type
33+ clicks
Multi-Up Booklet
15 clicks
Simplex Booklet
13 clicks
Preflight
12+ clicks
Business Cards
8 clicks
Sharpen Images
5 clicks

7. The Future Looks Bright
feel that Workflow Automation is a strategic focus for their business.
believe that they could automate further than they do today.

8. Simple, Easy-to-Use Technology
Konica Minolta developed & managed solution
Automated workflow solution to streamline pre- press and make-ready tasks
Graphical Workflow Designer makes it easy to create customized production print workflows
Easily troubleshoot document workflows and identify bottlenecks with unique LiveFlo Technology

9. Optimize Internal Production Routines1
Capture jobs automatically from a variety of sources 2
Route jobs with automated ease 3
Distribute jobs in a single step

10. Unlock New Organizational Efficiencies
Automate Preflight
Manage Job Ticket information
Evaluate Print Files
Route Files Based On Color, Metadata, Page Count, etc.
Seamless integration with Konica Minolta print controller & other AccurioPro Systems
automate to deliver higher throughput and more capacity using existing resources.

11. automate to reduce labor costs.
Save Time & Money
Lights-out functionality
Seamless imposition
Other Automated File Processing, including
Ganging
Tab Creation
PDF File Manipulation
VDP
Job Ticket Editing
Etc.
automate to reduce labor costs.

12. Customize Complex Print Jobs
Specialty Functions
Automated watermarking, annotation
Despeckle
Deskew
Rename, split, merge files
Connect to any ODBC- compliant database
Receiving print stream from LPR Queues
Mobile app
Metadata to File
Metadata Routing
Metadata Scripting
Etc.

13. feel automating workflows would be cost-prohibitive.
Enhanced Scalability
Create unique, modular, cost- effective solution tailored to client needs.
feel automating workflows would be cost-prohibitive.

14. Effectively Segment Markets & Meet Customer Needs with AccurioPro Connect
Power Tools Optional Bundle
Book Builder Optional Bundle
AccurioPro Flux Connector Option
Connectivity Optional Bundle
Dispatcher Phoenix Optional Modules

15. Identifying Opportunities
Small to mid-sized & In-plant printers
Budget-conscious & sustainable
Completes customized & complex print jobs
Quality & customer focused
Connects to other AccurioPro systems (Conductor and Flux)

16. PRODUCTION PRINT WORKFLOWS

17. Flat Print Workflow
First, the Flat Print workflow parses the input files for quantity as part of file name, then routes based on preset sizes for imposition and printing. Metadata scripting takes the parsed quantity and transforms it into metadata that the PJL print preferences node can use to set print quantity.

18. Postcard VDP Workflow
This workflow collects an Excel file and imposes its variable data onto the postcard PDF. Then, the postcard is imposed onto a 12” x 18” and routed based on color content. If the document is already color, a color bar is added prior to being sent to the printer.

19. Save Time by Automating Tab Creation/Insertion
Preparing documents for printing is too labor intensive. In this automated workflow, the time/effort spent to set up jobs is dramatically reduced.
Job tickets are accepted from Web-to-Print service (e.g., PageDNA)
Bleed tab documents are built (creating tabs automatically based on job ticket)
Files are sent for preflight check
Print quantity is adjusted mid-stream
Processed files are sent to AccurioPro Conductor’s Queue Management for printing

20. Save Time by Automating Imposition
Minimize waste and speed print production workflows with this automated workflow that routes documents based on page size and color.
Letter sized documents are imposed on 13 x 19
Color bars are inserted on documents, if necessary
Preflight checks are performed
Processed files are sent to AccurioPro Conductor’s Queue Management for printing

21. Save Time by Automating Tray Call Insertions
In plant printer for major insurance company is spending way too much time manually setting up printing insurance packets on different stock paper. With this workflow, packets are sent to the correct printer tray automatically!
Raw Postscript files are parsed
PJL commands (tray calls) were automatically inserted
Packets are sent to the correct printer tray.

22. DEMO

23. RESOURCES

24. The AccurioPro Connect Solution
AccurioPro Connect includes
LPR Input
Automated collection/ processing/distribution
Workflow Designer
Workflow Scheduler
LiveFlo Technology
File Parsing Tools
Annotation, Watermark, Split, Rename
Image Enhancement
File Routing
Preflight
Job Ticket Parsing Tools
Job Ticket Editor
Imposition
Trim Marks
HTTP Inputs/Outputs
PDF Processing Tools
Conductor Connector
Etc.
Optional Modules
AccurioPro Connect Book Builder
Tab Creation processes
AccurioPro Connect Power Tool
Additional pre-press processes, such as color bar insertion, ganging, VDP, etc.
AccurioPro Connect Connectivity
JDF Tools
AccurioPro Flux Connector
Connects to AccurioPro Flux
Upgrade
Upgrades any existing Dispatcher Phoenix installation with AccurioPro Connect features

25. Resources Marketing Brochure NFR Licenses Demo Licenses
4-page brochure on MyKonicaMinolta.com
NFR Licenses
To help you sell (
Demo Licenses
For installation at a customer site
Web-Based Training Module
Learn the product at your own pace
Instructor Led Training
Class on AccurioPro Workflow Solutions
(available upon request)

26. Sample Workflows
Vast online library
Promote hands-on learning
Templates for success
Includes set-up instructions
Downloadable input files
Ganging (and more coming soon!)

27. Sales Support Pre-Sales Support Business Needs Analysis Form
Contact Solutions Engineering Center for quote configuration questions, sample workflow POCs, questions about technical capabilities, sales positioning, etc.
Business Needs Analysis Form
Required for SEC Remote Installation Services & SEC Professional Services
Post-Sales Support
Fully supported via KM Support Channel

28. In Conclusion
AccurioPro Connect is a robust application for streamlining production print workflows. You can automate pre-press processes, customize complex
print jobs, route files based on color, page count, and metadata, connect to other AccurioPro systems, manage job ticket information, and much more. An automated solution for any print shop, AccurioPro Connect optimizes productivity, boosts connectivity, and saves time.