Sizing Up Software

There are also complete software packages built from modules chosen based on application and process requirements. "Specialization is achieved by breaking down functional needs and purchasing modules accordingly," says Ian Hole, market manager for Barco Graphics. Barco offers linework and contone software as basic building blocks. These standard packages include specialized handling of vignettes, trapping and text. Functions such as stepping and inkswapping of process colors to special colors necessitate additional modules.