Soft proofs earn solid raves: new proofing systems aim to instill color confidence, speed remote proofing work-flows, and keep money in printers' pockets.(Profiting from Technology)(Cover Story)

From: Graphic Arts Monthly | Date: February 1, 2004| Author: Core, Erin | Copyright information

Whether they're looking to cut time and cost during the proof approval process, or searching for a better way to collaborate on woofs with stakeholders in disparate locations, graphic arts professionals are increasingly gaining confidence in adopting "soft" proofing as part of their remote proofing digital workflow.

As remote proofing continues to establish itself as a viable way to pare time and delivery expenses, many proofing vendors are continuing their push to convi...

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