Understanding Online Printing Systems

An Online Printing System, at its core, is a sophisticated web-based platform that streamlines and manages the entire printing process, from initial design submission to final product delivery. It allows users to order custom printed materials directly through a website, eliminating the need for traditional in-person interactions or manual order forms.

Key Features and Aspects:

• Accessibility & Convenience:24/7 accessibility is a major advantage. Users can place orders from anywhere with an internet connection, at any time that suits them. This eliminates geographic limitations and time constraints associated with traditional printing services.
• Order Management: The system provides a centralized hub for managing all aspects of the order. This includes uploading designs, selecting paper types, specifying quantities, choosing finishing options (e.g., lamination, binding), and tracking order progress.
• Design Upload & Preview: Users can easily upload their designs in various file formats (PDF, JPG, etc.). Many systems offer a preview function, allowing customers to visualize the final printed product before placing the order. Some more advanced systems also allow for basic online design editing.
• Customization Options: A wide range of customization options are typically available, catering to diverse printing needs. This includes different paper stocks, sizes, colors, finishes, and binding methods.
• Pricing & Payment: The system typically offers instant price quotes based on the selected specifications. Secure online payment gateways are integrated for convenient and safe transactions.
• Workflow Automation: Online printing systems automate many of the manual processes involved in traditional printing, such as order entry, proofing, production scheduling, and shipping. This significantly reduces errors and turnaround times.
• Order Tracking: Customers can track the status of their orders in real-time, from production to shipping. This provides transparency and keeps customers informed throughout the process.
• Reporting & Analytics: For the printing company, the system provides valuable reporting and analytics on order volumes, popular products, and customer behavior. This data can be used to optimize operations and improve customer service.
• Integration with other Systems: Modern online printing systems often integrate with other business systems, such as CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and accounting software, for seamless data flow and improved efficiency.
• Types of Products: The range of products offered through an online printing system is extensive, including but not limited to: business cards, brochures, flyers, posters, banners, stationery, booklets, and packaging materials.

In essence, an Online Printing System is a powerful tool that empowers both customers and printing companies, offering a faster, more efficient, and more convenient way to manage the printing process.

This solution will make your company run more efficiently and profitably by streamlining your business processes, maximizing your resources and eliminating redundant operations.

The site currently supports eight major and popular print products as listed. We are shortly going to introduce more products like logos/mailing labels, vinyl stickers, catalogs, banners, calendars, door hangers and raised ink cards.

There are three options for designing and customizing a product. Click a product on the left-hand panel and choose one of the options.

1. Custom Design: lets you customize the products. Click it to open the design studio and use multiple tools to create your own design.

2. Upload Design: using this option, you can upload your own JPG, JPEG, GIF, PNG, EPS, AI, PDF and PSD images.

3. Browse Design: use this to select hundreds of pre-loaded templates. Work on them or customize them through our design studio.

The type of paper used for difference purposes is expressed in weight. In the countries following the European system, it is grammes per square metre (gsm or g/m² or simply g) and in the US system it is Pound (lb).

The paper used for writing/printing (letterheads and such stationery) is generally between 60 to 120 gsm (20 to 70 lb) and is called the paper or text stock. Anything heavier than this is considered the card stock, i.e. the paper used for business cards, postcards, greeting cards, etc.

Coated papers are available in two finishes – glossy (shiny and smooth) and matt (flat and lusterless). Coated glossy papers reflect the light evenly so they are suitable for almost all types of printing jobs. Glossy papers have a good ink holdout, which is important for creating sharp, bright images.

Our system supports RGB (red, green, blue) for producing digital prints. We have accurately mapped color pallet to match RGB to CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, key) to ensure proper 4-color printing.

300 dpi (dots per inch) is the resolution of the output PDF file.

We use offset printing, which provides the highest quality of print material for both text and images.

No, the price list indicates basic prices of products against the speculative quantities. The prices are calculated with regard to the most basic paper/card types, sizes and single side printing. As you know, the final printing cost depends on many parameters: paper/card weights or thickness (GSM/Pt), glossy or matt finish, 2 or 4 colors, square or rounded corners, single or double side printing, quantity, destination shipping charges and the mode of transport. Please use the indicative prices for calculating the basic cost. Once you place the order using the above parameters, we will quickly mail you the final, exact cost.