Making plates remotely?

[warlegs]

We are looking into establishing a connection with a prepress service borough to be able to get the prepress work done when we don't have coverage. Unfortunately, there aren't many close to our shop. Files can easily be sent and received obviously but does anyone know if it's possible to have the prepress work done offsite and be able to make plates here? We are using Prinect and have a Suprasetter. Be great if they could send the approved jobs/files right to our Suprasetter so we don't have to go pick them up...

 

[chriscozi]

We are looking into establishing a connection with a prepress service borough to be able to get the prepress work done when we don't have coverage. Unfortunately, there aren't many close to our shop. Files can easily be sent and received obviously but does anyone know if it's possible to have the prepress work done offsite and be able to make plates here? We are using Prinect and have a Suprasetter. Be great if they could send the approved jobs/files right to our Suprasetter so we don't have to go pick them up...

I remote all the time for various prepress work. Just need access to the correct workstation and you need someone to load the plates in the imager.

 

[warlegs]

I remote all the time for various prepress work. Just need access to the correct workstation and you need someone to load the plates in the imager.

Awesome, that would perfect for us. Thanks man.

 

[K3NS4N]

Actually I work remotely and like chriscozi, I just need access to the correct workstation.

 

[ReproElectroProspero]

Just make sure to use something other than RDP to give your contractor access...and be secure about it...unless you wanna get ransomwared.

 

[kevinmartiz]

Hi @warlegs maybe I could help you out! If you are looking for prepress services then you should go to Custom Signs and Event Graphics Sign Company NYC. I have had a great experience with them. they has really quick service with affordable inspection guidelines. like what will be the best for you.

 

[warlegs]

Just make sure to use something other than RDP to give your contractor access...and be secure about it...unless you wanna get ransomwared.

Damn, I'll have to look into this. Thanks for the heads up.

 

[Joe]

Look into a VPN for your workplace. Much more secure than an open RDP connection to the outside world.

 

[warlegs]

Look into a VPN for your workplace. Much more secure than an open RDP connection to the outside world.

Will do. Appreciate the help Joe.

 

[chriscozi]

Look into a VPN for your workplace. Much more secure than an open RDP connection to the outside world.

A lot depends on his current network topology.
HIRE someone who sets up networks/firewalls etc. for a living.
If you don't have someone already on staff or that you can call for IT services then DON'T DO IT.
This should be a one-shot deal if his network is already robust and secure.

So here's what should be our next survey topic:
Who handles your I.T. security?
1. Internal Employee
2. Provided as a Service
3. Contracted Basis
4. etc. IDK (I don't know)

 

[Joe]

Definitely needs to be setup correctly or you are just peeing into the wind.