Dataline at FESPA 2025 (hall 27, stand D90): drastic reductions in administrative costs thanks to groundbreaking workflow automation
1 April 2025
The European sign and large format market is becoming increasingly competitive. Companies in this sector are realising the need for better workflows and healthier margins. In fact, 40% of most sign and large format orders in Europe still consist of administrative costs. Dataline addresses this with its MultiPress MIS/ERP business software.
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Administrative simplification: a necessity in a competitive market
At a time when administrative costs for most sign and large format orders in Europe remain surprisingly high, Dataline offers a powerful solution with its MIS/ERP software, MultiPress. Designed specifically for sign and large format companies, the software streamlines all business processes. According to Dataline CEO Dirk Deroo, workflow optimisation through automation is no longer optional, but a critical necessity:
"Digitalisation and automation have been entering our industry at an accelerated pace for years. Print professionals in Europe and beyond know they must automate their administrative workflows and streamline other business processes. Only then can they restore order and remain competitive. An investment in the most innovative MIS/ERP software is likely the best investment with the highest ROI they will find at FESPA 2025. We are ready to show them how to halve their administrative costs and double their margins."
MultiPress 6.0 Sirius: a breakthrough in workflow automation
How can print companies simplify their workflow and reduce administrative costs?
MultiPress has long been known as the all-in-one, modular software that integrates all business processes of any print or sign company into one central database. Standard functionalities include CRM, e-business, estimating, communication, job tracking, planning and production, purchasing, logistics (dispatch, delivery and installation), invoicing and reporting.
The latest version, MultiPress 6.0 Sirius, features not only the new AI Assistant, MultiPress Cloud and extensive MultiPress App tools. At FESPA 2025, Dataline is also introducing a new wave of groundbreaking platform enhancements, each aimed at even stronger workflow automation.
Dataline introduces Check & Repair Pro (Smart Onboarding)
During FESPA 2025, Dataline will launch Check & Repair Pro (Smart Onboarding), an innovative tool that checks and corrects PDF files at the moment of order intake, ensuring seamless entry into production. Using the latest ISO and GWG standards, Check & Repair Pro guarantees not only the technical quality of files (such as image resolution, bleed and colour information), but also their consistency with order data.
With a user-friendly interface and clear status icons, Check & Repair Pro provides immediate feedback on the condition of submitted files. Through the Control Cockpit in MultiPress, order managers can verify files and receive targeted system suggestions for resolving detected issues. By solving problems early, this tool prevents costly reprints and production delays. Whereas preflight checks traditionally happened later in the process, Check & Repair Pro Smart Onboarding ensures sign and large format companies can trust that their PDF files will not cause problems during production.
MultiPress CO₂ Suite: advanced functionality for environmental data
MultiPress continues to expand its features for administratively processing CO₂ emission data. For several years, users have been able to include the exact CO₂ emissions per print product on quotes, order confirmations or invoices, based on audit data aligned with European regulations. In addition, the CO₂ Suite generates detailed reports for companies and institutions with reporting obligations. This data processing is fully automated, so the valuable information adds no extra workload.
New in the CO₂ Suite is the addition of the "Ecoprint Score" on quotes, orders and invoices. Similar to eco-labels in other sectors or the nutriscore in food, this label provides a clear indication of the ecological footprint of printed materials. Thanks to this innovation, print companies can offer more sustainable choices, improve their margins, attract new customers and stand out in an increasingly environmentally conscious market.
Certified MultiPress Partners: the power of certified integrations
For sign and large format production companies, it is clear: the power of an MIS/ERP system grows exponentially through smart workflow integrations. That is why Dataline has been working for years with a broad network of certified partners: software and hardware manufacturers, paper suppliers, technical integrators and developers. At FESPA 2025, visitors can explore a wide range of advanced workflow integrations.
AGFA Asanti: building sustainable solutions together
The existing link with AGFA ASANTI front-end has recently been expanded. From now on, production data from AGFA large format presses is transferred to MultiPress to enrich CO₂ reports with precise data. Visitors can discover this new application live at the AGFA stand (hall 27, D60-70) and at Dataline (hall 27, stand D90).
OneVision Software: automated prepress and production
Dataline will also demonstrate the intelligent, bidirectional link with OneVision Software (hall 25, stand C25) at FESPA. Thanks to automatic data exchange between both systems, bottlenecks between administration and production are eliminated without manual effort or delays.
Over 80 certified MultiPress Technical Partners
In addition, Dataline will showcase integrations with exhibitors such as Antalis, Canon, Enfocus, Fuji, SwissQPrint and many others. Thanks to this extensive network, the MultiPress ecosystem continues to grow and users benefit from the best automation solutions on the market.
Meet Dataline at FESPA 2025
Dataline invites visitors to book a personal meeting and live demo of MultiPress 6.0. Pre-scheduling is recommended, as the agendas of our product specialists fill up quickly.
Dirk Deroo: "For sign and large format companies in Europe, there is no longer any excuse not to critically review their workflow. The impact on their business, cost structure and profitability is enormous. Dataline is the best-positioned partner to guide them through this process."
Sign and large format businesses in Berlin will get exclusive insight into the most powerful administrative workflow and discover new growth opportunities. Visit the Dataline stand and experience how advanced automation can take your print production to the next level.
Visitors to Fespa can schedule their personal demonstration via this link.
About Dataline
Dataline understands what print media companies need to streamline their processes, automate workflows and increase profitability. Its high-end MIS/ERP software MultiPress is specifically developed to meet the needs of modern print media companies of all sizes and production methods.
Dataline was founded in 1997 by CEO Dirk Deroo. His vision was clear: to modernise print production companies through automation, digitalisation and process improvement. The administrative process in a print media business involves various complex steps, often unique to the graphics industry. General-purpose software not developed specifically for the graphics sector is of little help. To meet this need, Dataline developed its own MultiPress MIS/ERP software.
Now, with more than 100 employees, a network of certified partners and five offices across Europe, this leading industry innovator has earned the trust of over 1,000 print media companies. The Dataline team is committed to delivering outstanding service and remains determined to stay the benchmark in the industry.
About MultiPress
MultiPress is the #1 MIS/ERP software in the European graphics industry, developed by leading innovator Dataline. This powerful software combines all the functionality needed to keep administration and workflow running smoothly in print and sign companies, remove obstacles and boost added value.
This robust modular management software guides users from A to Z. Customer management, estimating, time tracking, production and order management, logistics, cost control, dashboards and invoicing are just a few of the many features that help save time, resources and money in a print media company.
Dataline has earned the trust of more than 14,000 daily users across 1,000 companies. The MultiPress software is not only praised by its users but has also won a European Digital Press Award five years in a row.
About Certified MultiPress Partners
With MultiPress, Dataline has developed by far the most advanced administrative workflow for graphic production companies. MultiPress is now at the heart of more than 1,000 graphic businesses across Europe. But workflow automation does not stop there.
The logical next step is to connect MultiPress with solutions and services from other players in the graphics industry: software and hardware manufacturers, paper and materials suppliers, technical integrators and developers. It also includes connecting MultiPress expertise with industry organisations, schools, consultants and specialist media.
To achieve this, Dataline launched the certification programme. The result of every certified partnership is next-level automation and efficiency optimisation, providing MultiPress users with a sustainable solution, now and in the future. Certification guarantees a structured follow-up of testing and implementation, training, documentation, launch promotion and support.