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 International MIS provider HIFLEX and Kodak's Print On-Demand Solutions Group
announced that they have recently completed JDF integration between HIFLEX MIS
(Management Information System) and CREO Color Servers. The seamless integration
of HIFLEX MIS and CREO Color Servers was demonstrated live at drupa 2008 in
Düsseldorf, Germany. These live demos revealed how printers profit from
practical improvements and business benefits through JDF connectivity. |
| Networking the two systems allows for the automatic transfer of job information
from HIFLEX to CREO Color Servers via JDF. Upon order entry in HIFLEX MIS, the job parameters
(e.g. customer information, order number, print method simplex\duplex, number of copies, media
type etc.) are automatically transferred to the CREO Color Server. If the job file is submitted
via a submission tool/store front (web-based job submission) the integrated HIFLEX MIS receives
the job details as soon as the order is submitted by a print buyer. |
| In the CREO Color Server, the jobs automatically enter a queue without having
to re-key information, thus saving time and avoiding costly errors in the workflow. Once delivered to
the CREO Color Server queue, the job is automatically processed and sent directly to the digital press. |
| Extensive JMF support allows bi-directional communication between systems. JMF
messaging makes it possible for the CREO Color Servers to update MIS with process-related information.
HIFLEX receives transaction data such as labor/processes and materials, including the correct assignment
to the order number in the MIS. All information and reporting by CREO Color Servers are done via JDF/JMF
over HTTP. |
| Stefan Reichhart, Managing Director of HIFLEX, says: "Reality has proven
that networked production via JDF/JMF leads to improved process control due to more transparency and
flexibility, equating to huge productivity increases and reductions in expenses. We are excited about
the successful cooperation with Kodak's Print On-Demand Solutions Group and the realization of the
HIFLEX-CREO Color Server link. This paves the way for huge workflow efficiencies based on JDF
automation technology as well as within digital print and production." He continues by stating
that, "Beside the fact that HIFLEX automatically receives process feedback from the CREO Color
Server, there is a further, more important feature to point out: In the realized connectivity, HIFLEX
is not only capable of triggering JDF job-creation but can also receive an order via JDF that was placed
from within a non-HIFLEX store front system. This bi-directional flexibility offers many new possibilities
in the area of networked production." |
Kodak's Print On-Demand Solutions Group develops and supports high-performance
CREO Color Servers and key workflow solutions for a range of digital production printers and presses.
It also develops advanced on-demand applications to enable the creation of personalized direct mail,
targeted catalogs and other powerful one-to-one marketing communications tools.
The group currently supplies CREO Color Servers to such industry leaders as Hewlett-Packard, IKON,
Konica Minolta, and Xerox Corporation.
This independent unit of Kodak's Graphic Communications Group will continue to help its customers
leverage their investment in digital printing. |
| As the world's foremost imaging innovator, Kodak helps consumers, businesses,
and creative professionals unleash the power of pictures and printing to enrich their lives. |
HIFLEX is an international software provider who develops sophisticated solutions
especially for the Print and Media Industry:
HIFLEX MIS (Management Information System) - precisely models and supports all business processes
in printing plants and media companies and is subdivided into the business areas Office, Factory
and eBusiness. HIFLEX Print Support - high-performance web-based eProcurement System for print and
media purchasers that provides a highly developed tool to organize the process of print procurement
more efficient. HIFLEX Webshop - new open web2print-solution and the only world-wide online print
shop with integrated product configuration and implemented Internet ordering of custom formats.
HIFLEX is known world-wide as the technological leader in JDF integration. A close cooperation
exists with all well-known press and system suppliers in the print and media industry. HIFLEX
is partner member of the CIP4 organization, won twelve of the CIP4 Innovation (CIPPI) Awards
and is the PIA/GATF 2008 InterTech Technology Award recipient. HIFLEX is the most successful
software provider for the print and media industry. HIFLEX is JDF-certified by the CIP4 Organization
and by PIA/GATF.
HIFLEX software is installed in 30 countries and available in 28 languages. About 30% of revenue
is re-invested in research and development annually. |
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