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Recently, with the evolution and penetration of IT technologies such as "AI," expectations for their effects on people's lives and work are rising. In our work (printing and web production), the use of text and image generation is also increasing. On the other hand, traditional methods are still prevalent in the field, and the challenges within that context have not been fundamentally resolved. There is an image that our work can be made more efficient by utilizing IT technologies, but why is it not happening? This time, I would like to focus on the "proofreading" aspect of the production process to explore the extraction of challenges and their solutions. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

• Printing/Publishing

How do you all manage DTP data? There isn't a summary of policies or guidelines regarding DTP data management from industry organizations, and even if there were, no one audits it, so I believe the current situation is that each company manages it with its own interpretation and methods. I think many responses indicate that they manage it using internal file servers or online storage like Dropbox or Box, but is the term "management" used here really appropriate in meaning? Are we perhaps misaligned in our understanding? To resolve this uncertainty, I would like to explore "DTP data management" by reaffirming what "management" actually means and how it should be approached. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Printing/Publishing

The design used in automatic typesetting is often referred to as a "template" or "pattern," but I feel that the way we refer to it changes our perception of automatic typesetting, so I would like to redefine it with that meaning in mind. A template (English: template) is an English word that means "mold" or "cast." A template is generally used to mean "a fixed phrase," "a model," or "a predetermined format" because it refers to "pouring into a mold to create something of the same shape." Additionally, there is a tendency to abbreviate it as "temple" on the internet, and when "template" is written online, it is often used in situations where similar texts or set phrases are repeated. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

• Printing/Publishing

On October 1, 2024, we will be introducing examples of DTP scripts online. The seminar theme is "Streamlining Production Work Using Scripts." From Newcast, we plan to pick and introduce some of the convenient and commonly used InDesign scripts. Additionally, we hope to showcase examples like having ChatGPT write for us, which is currently trending. We hope this will serve as a reference for improving the efficiency of your DTP work, so please join us. (We will publish the content in advance to connect with the announcement for the seminar.) *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Printing/Publishing

InDesign has reigned as the de facto standard in the printing industry, replacing the former QuarkXPress and domestic typesetting software. However, against the backdrop of declining print demand, a decrease in the DTP population (aging), the rise of other production applications, and changes in media culture, it cannot be denied that there is a possibility of development and support ending in the future. Continuing the attitude of "using it as long as it works," just like during the transition from past typesetting software, poses the risk of facing significant confusion and enormous data migration costs when InDesign comes to an end. *For more details about the blog, you can view it through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

• Printing/Publishing

This article focuses on the original benefits of automated typesetting, specifically the efficiency of the proofreading and revision process, and introduces specific methods for achieving this. In traditional DTP work, there was a back-and-forth exchange of revision instructions between proofreaders and DTP personnel, which took a lot of time. By utilizing the cloud-based automated typesetting service "DOT3," revision work can be self-contained, reducing waiting time in DTP. By improving work efficiency, we create an environment where more time can be dedicated to creative tasks. *For more details about the blog, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

• Printing/Publishing

"Web PDF" refers to a PDF that is optimized for viewing and interaction in digital media. It utilizes features like links and a table of contents, and can also be a hybrid data format suitable for printing, proposing a broader use of the informational value of printed materials. It clarifies the differences from traditional PDFs and digital books, emphasizing the importance of a new workflow that complements both web and printed materials. *For more details, you can view the related links on the blog. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

• Image Processing Software

"Shelfoto" is a system that allows you to create lists freely using information attached to images, enabling smart image sharing and searching. In traditional management methods, attempting to respond to requests for structural changes can incur enormous costs. This system promotes the wide use of images, which are valuable assets for companies, not only for printing and web use but also for proposals and presentations at client sites. 【Main Features】 ■ Share images: Simple operation, freely set image information, connection methods tailored to your needs. ■ Search for images: Freely set lists, search for images using keywords, and of course, traditional folder searches are also available. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Image Processing
• Image Processing Software

"dproofs" is a simple and easy-to-understand tool that supports busy production environments. By using software with a version preview feature, such as Adobe Acrobat, you can take a closer look at the differences in the downloaded difference files. Additionally, users can share projects with each other and can only access the projects they are participating in. 【Features】 ■ Easy to operate, making it a perfect fit for the production flow ■ Enhances safety and quality *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other IT tools

"DOT3" is a cloud service that integrates and manages data flowing through various media, connecting all data together. No more hassle with manuscript collection, organization, or DTP exchanges. Within this service, you can relax and wait for the data to be finalized. Since all data developed from the original data is the same, you can confidently utilize the data. [Features (excerpt)] ■ Automatic typesetting ■ Progress tracking ■ Page layout ■ Proofreading paper ■ Final approval lock *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Printing/Publishing