An XML based file format. JDF is designed to allow an open exchange of data between different machines and applications, from various manufacturers, including pre-press, press and finishing, thus providing a streamlined flow of information from job inception to completion.

The messaging element within JDF.

A format for image files.

Specifies the print job and gives all pre-press requirements, technical information, finishing required and administrative data.

The first reel of paper produced after the papermaking process, prior to transfer to a different part of the mill for further coating, processing or finishing.

Documents can be stored digitally and then produced at a given time. This type of process allows for only the number of copies needed to be printed.