Tharstern
Tharstern: The Print MIS That Brings Your Workflow Together
Tharstern helps print businesses quote faster, manage jobs with ease, and see every part of production in one place. It connects estimating, scheduling, inventory, and reporting - so you can run your business with less admin and more confidence.
Trusted by Growing Print Businesses Worldwide
Simplify Your Workflow. Strengthen Your Team. Scale with Ease.
Whether you run a small print shop or a growing enterprise, it scales with you.
One Platform, One Source of Truth
Fast to Deploy
Faster Decisions, Better Margins
Future-Proof Flexibility
Estimate. Manage. Deliver. All in One Place.
with automated, connected workflows that make every job faster and easier.
Estimate & Quote Faster
Create accurate quotes in minutes with pre-set pricing rules and production paths.
Manage Jobs in One Place
Track progress, approvals, and delivery dates - all through integrated workflows and reporting tools.
Stay on Schedule
Keep production flowing with real-time job tracking and automatic alerts for bottlenecks.
Control Costs & Margins
See exactly where time and materials are going with live cost reporting.
Automate Admin
Connect accounting, inventory, and production data so you spend less time on manual entry.
Connect, Automate, and Integrate.
Automate manual data entry, sync information across departments, and keep your production workflow running smoothly.
Accounting
- QuickBooks
- Xero
- BOD Financials
Web-to-Print
- MarketDirect
- StoreFront
Production
- Metrix
- Auto-Count 4D
- PrintFlow 4D
Custom Connections
- REST API support for bespoke integrations
Only Pay for What You Use
Start Fast, Scale Smart
Flexible Deployment
Tailored Packages
Grows as You Grow
Book Your Demo Today!
In a personalized 30-minute session, we’ll walk you through the tools that simplify your workflow — and show you exactly how Tharstern can reduce admin time, increase accuracy, and improve profitability.
Built for Every Type of Print Business
Commercial
Printers
Handle complex quotes and multiple product lines with ease.
Packaging & Label Printers
Manage substrates, inks, and die
cuts with precision.
Sign & Display Providers
Keep wide-format jobs organized
from proof to delivery.
Mailing & Fulfilment Teams
Coordinate campaigns with connected scheduling and tracking.
Real Printers. Real Results.
“When we launched Tharstern, it changed the way we do business. Now we have real-time data with customized dashboards and reports on every job. Real-time transparency in our own business means we can make educated decisions every step of the way. We’re excited to see what the future has in store for SunDance. Thanks to Tharstern it’s much easier to visualize and plan for that future.”JohnHenry Ruggieri Managing Director, SunDance Read Case Study
“They were people who cared, not just an organization.”Frank Peczuh President and Director, Peczuh Printing Read Case Study
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tharstern only for the print industry?
Broadly, yes, Tharstern is primarily built as print workflow software, but we have companies who label themselves as being in the mailing, communication, and fulfillment industries, to name a few.
Does Tharstern come in other languages?
Tharstern print workflow software is available in English, and there is also a translation option to add your own translations into your Tharstern software.
How is Tharstern licensed?
Tharstern is SaaS-based and our users pay monthly for their subscription. For our Desktop product, we have two subscription levels - Standard and Premium.
Do I have to buy a minimum amount of licenses?
For our Desktop product yes, there is a minimum of 5 user licenses.
Is Tharstern SaaS-based (Software as a Service)?
Yes, Tharstern is SaaS-based print workflow software solution, with our users being billed monthly for their software subscriptions.
How much does Tharstern cost?
This can vary based on the level of specialist functionality you require and the level of automation and integration you want to achieve. Because every company has varying needs we will tailor a package to suit your individual business needs and budget after an initial call with our team.
Do I own the software once I’ve installed it?
No, you have to pay a monthly subscription fee to continue your use of the Tharstern print workflow software. However, the data within it is yours and you own that. You are free to take that out whenever you want it and we don’t have access to it unless granted by the customer.
Is Tharstern just for litho printers?
No, we support all the major disciplines of print within the same software system, which is great for our customers because they can have different types of machines and still use one system. If they want to diversify in the future, we’ve got them covered.
Can I use Tharstern on a Mac?
Sales, CSRs and estimating teams can use any device they like to create and track quotes, RFQs, and orders, including Macs. For other MIS functionality such as job management and reporting, you can run Tharstern print workflow software on a Mac using applications such as Parallels to create a Windows environment.
Can I access Tharstern on my smartphone or tablet?
Yes, dependent on your role. We've developed multiple interfaces to our software to cater to the requirements of different roles within a printing company.
Sales, CSR, and estimating teams can create and track quotes, RFQs, and orders on any device, in any location.
Shop floor technicians can use tablets to record production operations, and warehouse staff can use barcode scanners or smartphones to carry out warehousing activities.
Other functionality such as job management and reporting does need a PC to use.
Can Tharstern help small print companies?
Yes absolutely! We have many small print customers who have chosen Tharstern.
How does Tharstern connect different departments within a print company?
Tharstern business and print workflow management software is designed to integrate every department within your print company. From estimating to delivery and financials, it provides real-time data transparency and seamless communication across departments. This integration fosters collaboration, efficiency, and overall productivity.
Can Tharstern be integrated with my existing technology stack?
Yes, Tharstern integrates seamlessly with your existing technology stack through its API. Whether you use pre-press, press, or post-press systems, Tharstern ensures interoperability to streamline workflows and eliminate manual data rekeying. This capability allows businesses to leverage current investments while enhancing operational efficiency.
How scalable is Tharstern for growing businesses?
Tharstern is highly scalable, designed to support the growth plans of print businesses of all sizes. Whether replacing outdated systems or expanding operations, its scalable architecture adapts to evolving needs. Tharstern supports increased job volumes, diverse product lines, and multi-site operations, ensuring continued support as businesses grow.
Why should we change or upgrade our existing MIS to Tharstern?
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