Operations
Nine bottlenecks that quietly cap a print business’s growth
From the inbox to the invoice: where print jobs really get stuck, and what to do about each one.
9 min readMost reprints start with a file problem nobody caught. A consistent pre-press checklist stops them before they reach the press.
Check every file for the basics
- Bleed and safe area set to your product specs.
- Images at the right resolution for the print size.
- Color mode and spot colors correct for the process.
- Fonts embedded or outlined.
- Trim size and page count match the order.
Proof before production
Send a clear proof for every job and record the customer’s approval against the order. Fast proof turnaround keeps jobs moving and customers happy.
Prepare for production
Imposition, gang runs, die-lines and variable data all benefit from standard templates. Templates cut setup time and reduce mistakes.
Track and learn
Log every file issue and reprint by cause. A monthly look at the causes shows where better templates, guidance for customers or website upload checks will save the most.
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