Overview
Why you should complete this activity
Using the Rules-Based Automation (RBA), you can automate almost every step of your workflow—from job creation to storage—with a simple drag-and-drop window. Instead of using Workshop to control Prinergy, you create rules that Prinergy follows automatically every time when certain triggers occur.
Audience
Experienced prepress operators or system administrators responsible for handling workflow automation in their shop
Using Rules-Based Automation (RBA) is an advanced task, and should be handled by someone familiar with the detailed workflow requirements.
Time required
Approximately 20-30 minutes
Recommended reading
- Prinergy Powerpack Workflow 7.5 Workshop User Guide search key words: Rules-Based Automation, Understanding RBA, Using RBA, Creating Basic RBA Rules, Enabling Rule Sets
What you'll need
For this activity you need to locate
Packaging Activity Source Files/Petra Carton/CartonGrn.eps.
Activity specifications
If you are confident that you can complete the activity on your own, view the following naming conventions and required process template settings.
Naming convention
- Job name: XX_Use_RBA (where XX represents your initials)
Process templates
- Refine process template: 1st Ref-Normz
- Virtual proof: Virtual Proof.LoosePage
Storage: ArchiveSelected, PurgeSelected