Cost-efficient process automation through scripting

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26 October 2020

Laatste update: 21/11/2024

Improving the efficiency and quality of content creation, enhancing team collaboration, automating routine tasks, and producing content on a large scale are all achievable goals for any business through automation. Tasks performed by automated processes consistently follow the same logic, completing them faster and with fewer errors. Automation in close-up

Saving time with automation & scripts

Automation opens up a world of possibilities. Beyond powerful out-of-the-box solutions, custom middleware can bridge gaps between different systems. Often overlooked, however, are small scripts or custom-built apps, which can deliver significant time and cost savings at minimal expense. For instance, a simple script costing a few hundred euros can save tens of thousands in the long run – making the choice an easy one.

Node.js

Let’s zoom in on scripting. While scripting often brings to mind words like batch, shell, Python, or VBScripts, JavaScript is sometimes overlooked. Yet JavaScript has been supported for over 15 years in tools like Vjoon K4, Enfocus Switch, and various Adobe packages. Thanks to the rise of Node.js, JavaScript has become more powerful and versatile.

Node.js is a robust framework that allows modern JavaScript to be executed not just in browsers, but also at the system level and within customised solutions. This evolution hasn’t gone unnoticed: the latest version of Enfocus Switch now supports Node.js scripts. Adobe has modernized its outdated scripting capabilities, with Node.js leading the way in scripting engines.

Vjoon K4 is a powerful tool for editorial environments, seamlessly streamlining publication production regardless of your staff’s location. Additionally, it offers flexibility through scripting, enabling solutions for challenges like integrating exotic translation systems, web platforms, or digital publications.

Adobe has been the gold standard in creative environments for years, providing exceptional tools that empower designers. What’s less known is the enormous speed gains many Adobe programs can deliver through scripting. If standard scripts don’t suffice, custom solutions can often be developed to perfectly meet your project’s needs.

Enfocus Switch, a robust workflow solution designed for marketing and prepress teams, offering tools to create custom automation for file processing. These workflows handle large volumes of files quickly and error-free. When standard modules fall short, the scripting module provides the opportunity for tailored solutions.

Start automating and achieve creative gains

Automation for editorial, marketing, and prepress workflows is now essential for businesses seeking cost-efficient, error-free, and high-performance creation. Scripts play a vital role in this process, and with the rise of Node.js, many features are becoming more accessible than ever. Whether you choose to implement solutions independently or with the help of a partner, performance-enhancing tools can enable creative teams to complete repetitive tasks faster and without errors.

At Catena Company, we specialise in visual content automation. With our expertise, we can support your creative teams with customised technology and tailored training.