ENGLISH Workflow Product Lineup
From MIS and prepress integration to CSV job workflows for non-JDF systems, Horizon provides workflow solutions centered on iCE LiNK to support automation from job preparation through postpress.
iCE LiNK
Centrally manages binding and postpress equipment and supports production visibility, job management, and workflow automation through integration with MIS and prepress systems.
Even when the MIS does not support JDF, CSV or XML job registration can be used to build workflow integration while continuing to use the existing system.
Workflow Integration for iCE LiNK Enterprise
iCE LiNK CSV Job Processor
Converts and validates CSV files from non-JDF MIS and other systems according to the iCE LiNK CSV Job Specification. Header/value mapping, auto-correction and automated folder monitoring support reliable CSV-based job registration for iCE LiNK Enterprise. Job information can also be converted into the format required by a DFE supported by Printer Dashboard, allowing printer jobs to be managed in iCE LiNK.
- Reuse existing MIS CSV output
- Convert to Standard / Digital Press formats
- Map process and assigned-device values
- Validation, auto-correction and error handling
- Job data conversion for DFEs supported by Printer Dashboard
- Windows 10 / 11 support
- Can run on the same PC as iCE LiNK Edge Service
Automation from Prepress to Postpress
Ultimate Impostrip®
Automates imposition workflows and supports CSV/XML integration based on order information for a wide range of print applications.
- Automated imposition
- CSV / XML integration
- Support for diverse print applications
Ultimate Bindery®
An open JDF server that validates jobs and communicates finishing setup information to postpress equipment, reducing manual setup work and preparation time.
- JDF job validation
- Finishing setup data integration
- Can also be used to apply setup data to CSV/XML-based iCE LiNK jobs
Role in the Workflow
For a non-JDF MIS, iCE LiNK CSV Job Processor can prepare CSV job information for iCE LiNK, providing a practical route into the job-management workflow.
Choose by Objective
| Objective | Recommended Product / Tool | Main Role |
|---|---|---|
| Centralize postpress equipment and job management | iCE LiNK | Equipment management, job management, MIS/prepress integration, production status and KPI visualization |
| Use CSV from a non-JDF MIS | iCE LiNK CSV Job Processor | CSV mapping, conversion, validation and correction; job data conversion for DFEs supported by Printer Dashboard |
| Automate imposition | Ultimate Impostrip® | Automated imposition and CSV/XML integration |
| Automate finishing setup | Ultimate Bindery® | JDF validation and finishing setup-data integration |