First demonstrated in 2000, PrintTalk is an "envelope" for JDF; the business information is PrintTalk, and the product description within is JDF. PrintTalk specifies an automation framework for a myriad of print buying transactions such as requests for estimates, estimates, approvals, etc. The early cooperation with CIP4 ensured that data gathered in the print buying process could be moved forward into production via JDF, thereby directly linking a print buyer's intent with production, and eliminating the need for re-keying of critical job parameters.
"Extending the convenience and efficiency of automation to the customer is a priority for most printers," said CIP4 CEO, Henny van Esch. "JDF automates print manufacturing. PrintTalk then extends the process automation to both the customer and to the supply chain of that service provider. Smaller printers are requiring that elements of PrintTalk be incorporated into pre-packaged web storefronts, while the larger ones include PrintTalk in sophisticated self-developed web portals."
For additional questions about PrintTalk 1.5 specification and technical details, please contact CIP4's Technical Officer, Rainer Prosi of Heidelberg, at [email protected].
"Extending the convenience and efficiency of automation to the customer is a priority for most printers," said CIP4 CEO, Henny van Esch. "JDF automates print manufacturing. PrintTalk then extends the process automation to both the customer and to the supply chain of that service provider. Smaller printers are requiring that elements of PrintTalk be incorporated into pre-packaged web storefronts, while the larger ones include PrintTalk in sophisticated self-developed web portals."
For additional questions about PrintTalk 1.5 specification and technical details, please contact CIP4's Technical Officer, Rainer Prosi of Heidelberg, at [email protected].
