• Web-based server solution simplifies and automates the entire print procurement and production process.
• Delivers added convenience and time savings for print customers; improves productivity for print shops.
• Converts submitted files to PDF for immediate proofing
• Automatically generates quotes and job tickets; routes jobs to device; sends job and customer information to accounting for billing.
• Eliminates redundant data entry; reduces production and billing errors.

EFI Digital StoreFront provides a simple interface that allows print customers to submit files from their PC or network, view PDF proofs of their documents and select job specifications—24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Once all customer and job information is entered, Digital StoreFront creates a job ticket and the file is automatically converted into a PDF file and routed to the appropriate output device without operator intervention (or held for scheduling if so desired). File conversions, quotes, PDF proofs, electronic job tickets and invoices are all generated automatically. Device utilization is optimized through improved ability to view, manage and schedule print jobs, increasing the capacity of existing equipment. Billing information can be automatically routed to internal accounting systems to ensure accuracy. And automatic email alerts let customers know the status of their jobs.

EFI Digital StoreFront extends your ability to reach and retain new customers with a robust, interactive Internet presence:

• Project your image and brand with a user-friendly, easy-to-navigate web site that is customized to deliver your look and message.
• Create a 24-hour StoreFront that is accessible to customers from any location.
• Improve customer responsiveness by offering immediate online quotes and proofs.
• Ensure customer loyalty with additional services such as online catalog and business cards.
• Increase flexibility with on-line credit card billing.

Benefit from the control and flexibility provided by owning and hosting your own customized Digital StoreFront solution based on YOUR business rules:

• Eliminate dependence on third party hosts by hosting your own server.
• Save money by owning your solution rather than subscribing to an Application Service Provider.
• Perform website updates, price/content changes and redesigns yourself and on your schedule.
• Maintain full control over all company and customer data, ensuring greater client confidentiality.

Convenient automated features simplify complex and day-to-day operations while saving time and effort:

• Automated Online Preview and Confirmation: Automatically generates PDF previews on-line for immediate client review and approval. Automatically generates on-line order confirmation for immediate review and final order approval; also emails a copy to the user for their records.
• Automated Job Ticket and Cover Page: Automatically generates job ticket and cover page based on order data. Eliminates redundant data entry and opportunity for error; improves productivity; reduces labor and costs.
• Automated Order Transaction Report: Automatically generates an order transaction report based on invoice data, eliminating redundant data entry and opportunity for error.
• Automated Pricing: Automatically generates quotes online based on business rules for immediate customer response.

EFI Digital StoreFront improves and streamlines a company’s workflow from start-to-finish. It seamlessly integrates job, ticketing and business information into existing systems and technologies, optimizing your organization’s productivity and profit:

• Save on labor costs and production time.
• Eliminate redundant data entry and minimize errors.
• Make more efficient use of existing devices and systems.
• Assign staff to more vital roles and tasks.
• Speed up job turnaround times.

{Note: An entry-level version, EFI Digital StoreFront Express, is also available from IKON.}

EFI Digital StoreFront is an ideal solution for production-level environments, including:

• In-plant printing facilities
• Corporate Reprographic Departments
• Quick Printers/Commercial Printers
• Colleges and Universities
• Hospitals and Healthcare

EFI Digital StoreFront seamlessly integrates with any device supporting a PostScript or PDF format. And it supports a wide range of printing systems, enterprise databases (i.e. Oracle, PeopleSoft, SAP), and billing/accounting systems.

EFI Digital StoreFront can also be utilized with IKON PowerPRESS, IKON’s exclusive document production server solution. Digital StoreFront can automatically route files to PowerPRESS for printing as well as integrate job ticket data - including finishing options - into job properties, eliminating redundant data entry, improving device utilization and reducing costs.