- What is BLOX Total CMS Automated Production?
BLOX Total CMS introduces Automated Production to transform print production by automating print workflows, ensuring seamless integration, and enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and control. - How does Automated Production integrate with BLOX Total CMS?
Automated Production is fully integrated within BLOX Total CMS, providing a familiar environment for users to initiate and manage automated print production tasks, streamlining the production process. - What are the key features of Automated Production?
Key features include seamless integration with BLOX Total CMS, enhanced budgeting tools for optimal asset selection, budget-conscious asset management, attribute-based asset prioritization, and a streamlined request process for using Automated Production. - How does Automated Production select assets for a page?
It selects assets based on budgeted assets, Page Content Types, asset priority, and other attributes, ensuring the most appropriate and effective content placement and alignment on each page. - Is there a phased development approach for Automated Production?
Yes, Automated Production is being released in phases. Phase A, the beta version, introduces incremental improvements to refine core functionality. Phase B focuses on further development and enhancements, with an estimated completion by late spring 2024. - What benefits does Automated Production offer to BLOX Total CMS users?
Benefits include enhanced efficiency by reducing manual intervention, optimized content placement for better reader engagement, budget-focused resource allocation, and editorial quality assurance through attribute-based prioritization. - How do I enable Automated Production for my site?
To enable Automated Production, ensure you have the latest version of BLOX Total CMS client for Adobe InDesign. Then, request activation by filing a customer support ticket at bloxdigital.com/support. Beta activation requires no additional charge. - What is required for Automated Production to function properly?
Automated Production requires Hosted BLOX Total CMS, the Creative Cloud version of Adobe InDesign, asset budgeting, which can range from Passive Budgeting (a one-time setup) to more detailed Active Budgeting, involving assigning assets to specific Page Tracker Editions, Sections, or Pages. - What should I do if no assets are showing up in the Automated Production tab?
If no assets appear for placement, revisit the Budgeting section to ensure assets are budgeted correctly. For testing, remember to remove and save any previously placed assets to reset their status to unplaced. - Can I still double-click to place assets in Automated Production mode?
No, double-clicking to place assets has been disabled in Automated Production mode. Users should check Placement Options and select a Page Location for each asset to guide the automated process and achieve better page layouts.
BLOX Total CMS Automated Production FAQs
BLOX Total CMS introduces Automated Production to transform print production by automating print workflows, ensuring seamless integration, and enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and control.