Express BigIceBox (BIB) is a solution designed for a busy print shop with a vast variety of jobs coming in. Jobs can be either submitted via the web based job submission utility, or from any ERP system that will generate a job ticket with logistic and printing instruction.
Database approach for job management
Jobs once reach Express BIB, they will be filed according to its print requirements, like delivery time, paper type, finishing method as well as print runs. All this information is saved in a SQL database. Operator can request a list of jobs which have similar printing requirements. This will enable production to be built around the similar printing requirement, and optimization made on paper usage and finishing process. This database approach will help to streamline production in a cost effective manner.
Designed to work for any size of jobs
Express BIB will take jobs from the database, selected according to its different paper type or print run and then group them together into any chosen layout. The highly sophisticated imposition engine will ensure it is placed most efficiently and wasted a minimum amount of paper when it is going to print.
Alignment for easy to cut
When jobs are placed on a chosen layout, jobs will be aligned in order to be cut conveniently. It can also be specified to trim without any bleeds, making it easier to deliver as final product.
Step and Repeat according to different print runs
Express BIB has its built-in intelligence, knowing some of the jobs selected has higher print runs, it will perform a step and repeat process making sure these jobs will print correctly on the reduced print counts.
Extended into multiple layouts
If a particular layout cannot accommodate all the selected jobs, it will over throw into another layout automatically. Every time a layout is defined, it will break down in percentage area that has not been covered, making sure a maximum coverage can be found when going through this automated process.
Express BIB User Interface - It will provide multiple suggestion on layout
and help you to find the best optimized layout for all the jobs selected.
Option to select different paper size at ease
When going through this selection process, operator is offered a choice to choose any paper size which may fit better for the jobs selected. Or even allow any odd paper size which can take advantage of any paper stock already in the inventory.
Option to select which layout to print
One of the most flexible approaches in Express BIB is the ability to select which layout to image once it has gone through the selection process. BIB will help to generate a list of best optimized layout for all the jobs selected, at the end of that process, it will allow user to choose just one or all layouts for final output.
Option to swop jobs on the layout
Once a layout is determined, user can still manipulate all the jobs on that layout in order to allow a well balanced plate is available for ideal printing condition. Jobs selected can be rotated, move to a new location. Making sure printing can be made easy and quality can be easily maintained.
Color bar and Marks are supported
Color bar or custom-defined color bar is supported. It will be up to the customer where to place it on the selected paper. Marks like registration mark, or cut marks can be placed anywhere as a user definable function.
Assignment of Printing instruction
In Express BIB, print instruction can be assigned during job submission. User can define the paper type as well as finishing process that will apply on the job. Print instructions are useful for setting search requirement in the database. This will group similar print type jobs together, for quicker imposition and media saving.
Easy to build query
Express BIB allows you to construct different search queries to fit your production requirement. Anyone without database knowhow can easily build a list of search queries by using its build-in intuitive interface.
Input and Job Filter setup enable user to define different parameter
for automatic job classification and easy job seaching
Submit Jobs via MIS System
Express BIB supports JDF/JMF files. It can receive jobs in JDF/JMF format from any ERP system, and the processing instructions contained within the JDF will configure some of the modules within the workflow as the job ticket is passing through the system. It can also generate JDF files for printing presses, folding and cutting machines.
Modular design adapting to the way you work
Express BIB is a modular application designed to give you maximum flexibility and scalability inside Compose Express WorkFlow, offers advanced job tracking, job submission and remote job monitoring; you can manage the jobs in your system from wherever you are. It provides modules for all major functions, including PDF Preflight, trapping, ROOM proofing, ink optimization on whichever output devices that you are using. This ensures you get the most from your existing system.
Job Submission on your Desktop
Express BIB’s Job Submission is made easier than ever with the Job Submission application on your desktop. The Job Submission software allows user to create an order, add multiple jobs into the same order, enter job related information, and submit job files into Express WorkFlow. Once an order is submitted, it will allow users to browse all the orders that are currently in the system and to view their production status.
Monitoring and Tracking Job Status
Express BIB enables user to search for the job and monitor its production status for the submitted job. Users can also re-submit a job if there are changes in the print or finishing instructions.
Solution Checker
The solution checker on Express BIB presents the user a list of the most cost effective solutions. User can select the best solution, check the print quantity and best coverage before printing.
Management report
Every time Express BIB completes its selection process, it will produce a customizable job sheet, detailing out the contents of the job, paper information, the job numbers, and their print runs etc. On multiple jobs, logistic information, thumbnail of each job are shown, ensuring that no mistake is allowed from production to delivery. Thanks to the databse runs behind the Express BIB, it can generate production report on weekly or monthly basis.
> Express BIB can produce a printable job sheet,
detailing the production and logistic information
and barcode for advanced job management
