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latest tools and capabilities. By leveraging augmented reality, we provide an immersive experience that allows customers to visualize their designs in real-world settings, gaining valuable insights before production begins. Our advanced 3D rendering techniques create highly realistic and detailed representations, offering a tangible preview of the finished product. Furthermore, our expertise in 3D printing and advanced prototyping empowers clients to hold physical models, assess functionality, and refine their designs based on actual prototypes. This integrated approach combines traditional prepress expertise with innovative technologies, allowing us to deliver unparalleled services tailored to each client’s unique requirements. Our collaboration with clients remains paramount as we work closely to understand their equipment, substrates, and capabilities. By customizing profiles that align precisely with their specific needs, we ensure precise and reliable print outcomes. This close partnership facilitates the delivery of the most accurate and timely print processes, resulting in high client satisfaction and optimal results. At Meridian Design Studio, our commitment to investing in cutting-edge technology and collaborating closely with our clients positions us as a leader in the graphic arts and prepress industry. By leveraging augmented reality, 3D rendering, 3D printing, and advanced prototyping techniques, we provide our customers with an enhanced understanding of their projects and deliver exceptional print solutions. Jay A. Shah, Bharat Tin Works We have internally addressed these issues by standardizing the sizes as much as possible for majority of the customers so the sheet layouts can be addressed. However, there are various cases where we still need to carefully monitor and recheck the layouts for non-standard or irregular can sizes. For the storage of the artwork files, we have moved the majority of the artwork file storage to cloud networks which do not hamper the efficiency of our computers as well as reduces the risk of loss of files in case of any issues with the computer systems. We have also created an internal SOP for the labelling and storage of artwork
These challenges highlight the evolving nature of the industry and the need for continuous adaptation to new technologies, workflows, and customer demands. Overcoming these challenges requires a combination of technical expertise, effective management strategies, and a commitment to ongoing learning and improvement. Jay A. Shah, Bharat Tin Works The most significant challenges we face in the processing of artwork is related to finalizing the sheet layouts and alignments due to the complexity of customer requirements and the large number of different can sizes we produce. Another major challenge we face is related to storage of artwork as the files are large in size and also remaining up-to-date with the latest versions of the artwork provided by the customers. Mike Miller, Silgan Closures Customer marketing teams and expectations of what can be gained on metal substrate to achieve the look they desire. Jeff Montross, Reece Brothers Taking an existing job that has been produced at another facility, trying to replicate the same look and keep it consistent with the prior press runs. It can also be a challenge, when there is a need for matching proofs made by another design house and reproducing the same look. Q3: How have you/your team addressed these challenges? Brian Bates, RSI Meridian Design Studio has transformed its portfolio to incorporate cutting-edge technologies, enabling our customers to gain a comprehensive understanding of the final results. In addition to our investments in color management software and imaging technology, we have expanded our offerings to include augmented reality, 3D rendering, 3D printing, and advanced prototyping techniques. Through our partnerships with world-leading companies, we have positioned ourselves at the forefront of these advancements, ensuring that our clients benefit from the
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