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Tharstern

Link Every Department With Tharstern

Tharstern is a comprehensive print workflow software solution that connects every department within your print company.

Tharstern is more than just MIS, it’s intelligent print workflow management. It can be used remotely or on-site by your employees and can also be integrated with your existing technology stack through its API to establish seamless workflows.

Industry Ecosystem Interoperability

Graphic Communications solutions like Tharstern print workflow software are built for interoperability and seamless integration into any tech stack, creating a future-ready technology roadmap that will take you from where you are to where you need to be. In addition to integrating with many key players we also have deep-rooted partnerships with industry leaders such as:
Caldera
Carbon Quota
Eco3
enfocus switch
ESKO
fiery
fujifilm
Heidelberg
HP
intuit quickbooks
kodak
Xero

Benefits

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Increase Productivity

Gain more insight into your business, identify growth opportunities, and improve communication between departments. With Tharstern print workflow software, productivity is enhanced across your entire operation.

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Reduce Admin

Reduce financial risk and improve efficiency by removing the need to manually rekey data from one software application to another. Tharstern’s print workflow management streamlines tasks and frees up valuable staff time. 

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Improve Customer Service

Offer your customers self-service and real-time order updates. Avoid bottlenecks with artwork pre-flighting and send targeted communications, ensuring a smooth print workflow from order to delivery. 

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Price Jobs Accurately

Calculate accurate estimates based on your pricing policies and preferred production routes.

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Embark on Automation

We can help you build an automated workflow that speeds up your estimate and job lifecycle management, positioning Tharstern as a complete print workflow management system.

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Connectivity & Integration

Leverage Tharstern's API to provide a secure and reliable layer between data and the MIS application. This ensures seamless integration within your existing print workflow. 

Streamline Your Business

In the dynamic world of printing and conversion, staying ahead of the curve requires more than just innovation; it demands a streamlined approach to every aspect of your business.

Tharstern is a fully comprehensive business print workflow software solution and your partner in transforming the way you operate, from estimating through to delivery and financials.

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Start Managing Your Print Better Today!

Our print workflow software solutions, including Tharstern, help businesses drive profitability, reduce cost of sales and manufacturing, and empower successful transformation. 

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See It in Action

Take a guided tour of the Tharstern MIS

Check out the interface and powerful features that make Tharstern the ultimate solution for efficient print workflow management. See how Tharstern transforms complex tasks into seamless processes, empowering you to take your print business to the next level.

Connectivity & Integration

Tharstern Desktop API

We've designed the API to be easy for third-party developers to work with, using conventions and best practices that developers are typically already familiar with. It's also self-documenting: developers can access resources detailing the available methods and parameters required and try them out in the browser, in real-time, without having to write any code. This makes integration faster, more reliable, and perfectly suited for evolving print workflow needs.

The API:

  • Uses a RESTful architecture
  • Is .NET based
  • Accepts and returns XML and JSON
View a List of API Methods
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Spotlight Features

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Pre-Sales & Sales

Tharstern’s powerful print workflow software features include CRM and Marketing tools to manage customer relationships, Request for Quote functionalities, a user-friendly Web Portal, seamless Web-2-Print integrations, precise Estimating capabilities, Optimization and Nesting tools for efficient production, and effective Campaign Management.

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Job & Order Management

Tharstern delivers robust print workflow management with versatile tools for job and order tracking, streamlined procurement processes, inventory management, precise job costing, carbon footprint analysis, seamless accounts integrations, comprehensive traceability solutions, and robust business intelligence and reporting capabilities. 

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Pre-Production

An assortment of tools is available for pre-production including seamless proofing integrations, efficient job presetting, effective ganging for job optimization, precise scheduling to meet deadlines, and workflow automation to streamline pre-production processes.

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Production

A comprehensive set of tools is dedicated to production which encompasses efficient job tracking for monitoring progress, robust quality control measures, receivables management, and seamless production device integrations. This ensures visibility and control across the entire print workflow. 

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Post-Production

A range of tools is designed to cater to post-production needs including warehousing and fulfillment solutions for streamlined storage and order processing, auto packing for efficient packaging, shipping management for timely deliveries, and financials features to ensure accurate financial tracking and management of post-production operations.

JohnHenry Ruggieri
"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 SunDance Read Case Study
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Scalable for Growing Businesses

Tharstern is scalable to accommodate your future growth plans.

With a comprehensive suite of tools that streamline your estimating process, job management, procurement, financials, and reporting needs, Tharstern print workflow software is the ideal solution for businesses that are replacing outdated systems or expanding their operations. Our platform is built to support your business every step of the way, no matter where your journey takes you.

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Multi-Sector Support

Tharstern print workflow software is a versatile solution that caters to the diverse needs of print businesses. It's perfect for multi-sector companies looking to streamline their processes, and those planning to diversify in the future.

Our platform allows you to calculate estimates for a wide range of products, including wide format, offset litho, signage, packaging, labels, and digitally printed products - all on the same quote/order and ultimately, through to invoicing. This multi-sector support and flexibility in print workflow management ensures that your business can operate seamlessly across various product lines, providing you with a competitive edge.

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Flexible Hosting: Cloud, On-Site, or Hybrid

Tharstern is a flexible hybrid MIS (Management Information System) that combines web-based and on-premise technologies to optimize business operations.

It offers both cloud and on-site hosting options and can connect directly to press and pre-press print workflows without expensive middleware software. The core MIS remains securely on-site while employees access it through custom-designed applications over the internet.

Enquire About Tharstern

Evaluating a new print MIS should be a consultative process from the start, and we want to help.

In fact, our consultative approach is one of the things that sets us apart. You can lean on our team to guide you through this process.

If you would like an informal chat about your needs and the challenges your business is facing, fill out the form and one of our experts will get right back to you.

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?

Upgrading to Tharstern offers several advantages, including increased productivity, reduced administrative tasks, improved customer service, and enhanced automation capabilities. As a leading print workflow software, Tharstern combines CRM tools, advanced estimating, job management, and production optimization streamline workflows, drive profitability, and support business growth in the competitive print industry.