The Quad CTP Squad

Once Quad was happy with the software and platesetters, the company needed to pick its digital plates. Quad chose thermal. "The thermal process really gives you a lot of consistency and high fidelity," Frankowski says.

As Quad assimilated CTP technology, the company added other complementary digital capabilities, such as remote proofing, telecommunications and asset management. Frankowski estimates that 20 percent to 25 percent of Quad's marketplace immediately got excited. These customers, recognizing the time and cost savings associated with the new digital workflow, made the switch to CTP—no questions asked.