Estimator

Estimator is estimating and workflow software for offset and wide-format printers. It uses a single screen designed to be easy to learn and to avoid input mistakes. The listing says it can be reached from a PC, Mac, iPad, Android device or phone, and that installation is included.

What Estimator offers

• Automatic press selection — picks a suitable press for each job.
• Built-in job costing — costs work as part of the estimate.
• Auto layout — plans the sheet layout and works out how well the press is used.
• QuickBooks link — passes data to the accounting package.
• Shop-floor data collection — records activity from the production floor.
• Unit switching — changes between metric and English measures with one click.

Key facts

• Print processes: offset and wide-format
• Access: from computers, tablets and phones
• Installation: included, with the system operational within about two weeks
• Recognition: the listing mentions a 2011 trade-show award