ManageArtworks

ManageArtworks is a comprehensive, cloud-based software designed to manage the entire packaging and labeling artwork lifecycle from concept to print. Trusted by thousands of global brands in the Food, CPG, and Pharmaceutical sectors, it provides a unified platform to streamline complex workflows, ensure brand consistency, and maintain strict regulatory compliance. By integrating powerful automation and AI-driven tools, ManageArtworks helps teams collaborate effectively, reduce costly rework, and significantly shorten product launch timelines.

The platform addresses the common pain points in packaging development, such as fragmented communication, version control issues, and lengthy approval cycles. It centralizes all digital assets, pack copy, and project data in a secure, accessible repository. With features like AI-powered proofing, 3D visualization, and seamless integrations, ManageArtworks empowers marketing, regulatory, design, and quality assurance teams to work in sync and deliver flawless packaging every time.

How to use ManageArtworks

Using ManageArtworks involves a structured process to optimize the packaging artwork lifecycle:

1. Centralize Assets: Begin by uploading all your brand assets, including logos, images, dielines, and previous artwork, into the Digital Asset Management (DAM) system. Use metadata and advanced search to organize and find files quickly.
2. Manage Pack Copy: Use the Pack Copy Management module to create, approve, and store all textual content for your packaging, including translations and regulatory information. This ensures a single source of truth for all copy.
3. Define Workflows: Create custom serial or parallel approval workflows. Assign tasks to specific team members (e.g., design, legal, marketing) and set deadlines to automate the review process.
4. Design and Collaborate: Designers can use the Adobe Plugin to pull approved copy directly into Illustrator or InDesign, eliminating copy-paste errors. Stakeholders can leave comments and annotations directly on the artwork file.
5. AI-Powered Proofing: Once a draft is ready, use the AI proofing tools to automatically compare the artwork against the approved copy. The system checks for text discrepancies, barcode validity, color accuracy, font issues, and image differences.
6. Review and Approve: Team members review the proofing report and the artwork. The system tracks all versions and maintains a detailed audit trail of every change and approval, including electronic signatures for compliance.
7. Finalize and Inspect: After final approval, the artwork is ready for production. The Print Inspection feature can be used to compare the final printed sample against the approved digital file to catch any printing errors.

Core Features of ManageArtworks

• AI-Powered Proofing Tools: Automatically inspect artwork for errors with tools like Text Compare, Image Compare, Barcode Analysis, Spell Check, and Color Analysis to ensure accuracy before printing.
• Artwork Workflow & Approval: Streamline and automate the approval process with customizable serial and parallel workflows, task assignments, and progress tracking.
• Digital Asset Management (DAM): A centralized, version-controlled repository to store, organize, and manage all creative assets securely.
• Pack Copy Management: A dedicated module to create, approve, translate, and manage all packaging text content, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Dieline & 3D Management: Access a repository of over 3,000 customizable dielines and visualize your artwork on a realistic 3D model to catch design flaws early.
• Version Control & Audit Trail: Automatically track every version and change, providing a complete, unalterable audit log for full transparency and accountability, compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 11.
• Adobe Plugin & Integrations: Seamlessly integrate with Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, as well as enterprise systems like ERP, PLM, and PIM for a connected ecosystem.
• Specification Management: Manage all specifications for printed and non-printed packaging components and build a precise Bill of Materials (BOM).

Use Cases for ManageArtworks

ManageArtworks is built for various teams involved in the packaging process:

• Marketing Teams: Centralize brand assets, ensure brand consistency across all products and regions, and accelerate campaign launches by speeding up artwork approvals.
• Regulatory Affairs Teams: Minimize compliance risks by ensuring all packaging labels meet legal requirements (e.g., FDA, EU, FSSAI). The audit trail and electronic signatures support regulatory submissions.
• Quality Assurance Teams: Eliminate manual proofreading errors with AI-powered tools. Use the Print Inspection feature to guarantee that what was approved is what gets printed.
• Packaging Development & R&D Teams: Manage technical specifications, dielines, and material information in one place. Use 3D visualization to test and validate new packaging structures.
• Design Agencies & Freelancers: Collaborate directly with clients on a single platform, receive clear feedback, and access approved assets and copy to reduce iterations and rework.

Advantages of ManageArtworks

Choosing ManageArtworks provides significant competitive advantages:

• Faster Time-to-Market: Reduce approval cycles by up to 80%, cutting down on delays and launching products on schedule.
• Reduced Errors and Rework: AI-powered proofing and centralized copy management drastically reduce the risk of human error, saving costs associated with reprints and recalls.
• Enhanced Collaboration and Visibility: Provides a single source of truth, giving all stakeholders 100% visibility into the project status and ensuring everyone is accountable.
• Guaranteed Compliance: The platform is designed to meet strict regulatory standards like FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11, with features like electronic signatures and audit trails.
• High Return on Investment: By optimizing the entire process, the platform delivers significant cost savings and efficiency gains, providing up to 10x value for money.

Pricing and Plans

ManageArtworks offers a 14-day free trial (no credit card required) and several paid plans, with a 10% discount on annual billing.

• PRO PLAN: $399/month for up to 10 users. Includes Proofing + DAM modules, 50GB secure cloud storage, advanced dashboards, and version control. Ideal for startups and small teams.
• GROWTH PLAN: $499/month for up to 10 users. Includes all PRO features plus Workflow Automation, and 100GB storage. Suited for growing organizations needing better collaboration tools.
• CUSTOM PLAN: Custom pricing. Includes all Growth features plus advanced modules like Pack Copy Management, Dieline & 3D Management, Enterprise Integrations (ERP, PLM), and advanced user permissions. Tailored for large organizations with complex needs.

Additional storage is available for $25/month per 50GB.