Running a modern print business means having to deal with increasing complexity, from shorter turnaround times and more customised orders to diverse technologies and the need to meet the expectations of customers. However, while many print service providers (PSPs) find that their equipment is getting faster and smarter, their production management still relies heavily on manual processes, spreadsheets, and disconnected systems.
This is where HP PrintOS Production Hub, which launched in May this year, comes in. A cloud based software solution within the HP Professional Print Service portfolio, HP PrintOS Production Hub gives PSPs a single, centralised view of their entire production environment. It connects orders, HP printers, print queues and staff, bringing all job information together in one easy to use platform.
With the HP PrintOS Production Hub, users can take full control of their print production, from order right through to delivery, helping them to become a more efficient business and increase revenue in the process.
Stand out features include centralised job tracking, allowing customers to consolidate orders from multiple channels into a single platform for seamless production management. Users can also accelerate order intake and reduce communication delays using a client form, as well as maximise operational efficiency with a customisable solution for large format print workflows.
HP PrintOS Production Hub users benefit from automation, including the ability to automate artwork preflight checks to ensure that files are print ready from the start. There is also the option to send orders directly to the RIP software to minimise errors and avoid costly reprints, with the software helping to save time with inline prepress operations, from web order intake to printer output.
What makes the solution even more flexible is that it is not limited to HP printers, with the ability to automatically preflight file checks, assign jobs to printers and directly connect to send the order to RIP across any printing device – HP or otherwise.
Additionally, with HP PrintOS Production Hub, users can remotely monitor HP Large Format printer status and manage job queues in real time, with the option to reorder, pause, resume, or cancel jobs instantly from a desktop or mobile. Users also receive alerts when supplies run low or print quality is at risk, allowing them to resolve issues before they disrupt production, while operators can also boost their efficiency with data insights leveraging historical production data to identify trends, helping them make smarter decisions.
HP PrintOS Production Hub can be accessed from a PC, while some functionalities are available from within the HP PrintOS Production Hub mobile app, which can be downloaded from both the official Apple and Android stores.
“Our customers consistently tell us how easy it is to get started – no setup required, just immediate value,” said Oscar Vidal, Global Director, Product and Strategy, Large Format Printing at HP. “Seeing how the product helps them work more efficiently and focus on what really matters is the best validation of our approach.”
Users can choose from three packages to bring HP PrintOS Production Hub into their business, depending on the individual needs and level of support required.
Finally, for those users seeking wider support, there is the option of going all in with the PLUS Plan. This also offers full access to all functionalities within the software, as well as additional services including proactive support with HP’s Service Centre and remote and on-site support engineers, helping avoid unexpected costs with spare parts and maintenance.
HP has also recently released a new updated HP PrintOS Production Hub video.
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