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Most
projects begin with the bottom line-and the best way to get there
is to start with your finisher. Obtaining accurate estimates is
essential for both finisher and customer during the planning stages.
Inexact estimates can cause confusion and delay production. At
Finish Line Binderies, our estimating process includes more than charting
quantity and binding style; it's a project plan for delivering
your work faster, for less.
In
addition to delivery date and shipping requirements, it's important
to include as much information as possible during the estimating
process. Measurements, stock and page counts are critical to delivering
accurate estimates, as well as any special requirements your project
may demand. Here are a few more tips to keep in mind when planning
a project form estimate through production:
Start
early - Some jobs just need to happen quickly, but for most projects,
communicate your needs to Finish Line Binderies early in the planning
process. This will allow us to order materials and schedule time
on our production lines well in advance. The sooner you begin
the estimating process, the easier it becomes for Finish Line
Binderies to put our experience to work for you. The result? Added
value, quicker turnaround and reduced costs.
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Don't
fear change - At Finish Line Binderies, we understand that unscheduled
changes happen. When they do, it's important that you communicate
them to us immediately-the quicker we can make alterations to
your projects, the easier the production run will become.
Who
we gonna call? - Often, the person who submits a job to Finish Line Binderies is not the final authority on changes and other issues
that may arise during production. Let us know before we begin
who we can call with questions that demand immediate attention.
Searching for the appropriate staff member can be time-consuming
and cause delivery delays.
Create
a dummy - Using the same stock and measurements as your final
product, create a bulking dummy-or mock-up of the final product-during
the planning stages. While we know this may be difficult, it can
reveal assembly problems and can help Finish Line Binderies, and in turn
help you, ensure the overall quality of the book.
Finish Line Binderies
Toll Free: (800) 444-8826
Tel: (216) 271-0177
Fax: (216) 271-7775
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