Reduce manual work and increase capacity
Automate information exchange between systems to eliminate repetitive data entry, reduce handoffs and free teams to focus on higher-value tasks.
Coming in 2027, APOGEE IQ will connect the systems, workflows, equipment and data that drive your print operation.
MIS and ERP systems manage business data. eCommerce platforms capture orders. Production workflows prepare jobs, while presses and finishing equipment produce them. Each system may work well on its own, but when you transfer information manually between them, efficiency and visibility suffer.
APOGEE IQ brings these elements together. Extending APOGEE beyond individual production workflows, it creates a connected environment where business systems, production processes and shop-floor data work as one.
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Gain end-to-end operational visibility
See job progress, equipment status and production exceptions across the operation, enabling faster decisions and better production control.
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Build a scalable, connected foundation
Connect business applications, workflows and production technologies through a flexible integration layer that makes it easier to add new systems, equipment and capabilities as your business evolves.
Read the Press ReleaseWe’re moving beyond automating individual workflows to connecting the entire print operation. APOGEE IQ gives our customers one connected platform to see what’s happening across their operation and make faster, better-informed decisions.
Arnaud Becuwe, Head of Software - ECO3
Central system integration
APOGEE IQ connects MIS, ERP, eCommerce, CRM, logistics and other applications through a central integration layer. This eliminates information silos, improves data consistency and enables smoother coordination across the business.
Automated information flow
Information moves automatically between connected systems. It is transformed, validated and routed without operator intervention. This minimizes manual data entry, reduces errors and frees employees to focus on more valuable work.
Production data collection
Information from connected equipment and shop-floor systems is collected to support faster, better-informed decisions based on accurate, real-time production data.
Connected production workflows
APOGEE IQ extends your existing APOGEE prepress workflow by connecting it with the company's other systems and production tools. It streamlines processes across the entire operation, reducing delays and improving overall efficiency.
Flexible architecture
The future-proof architecture of APOGEE IQ makes it easier to add applications, equipment and connections as the print operation evolves. It supports growth and technology changes without creating additional complexity or disconnected systems.
Operational visibility
APOGEE IQ provides a broader view of production status, equipment activity, progress and exceptions. This helps teams identify issues sooner, improve planning and maintain greater control of production.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is APOGEE IQ?
APOGEE IQ is a connected print production platform that brings business systems, production workflows, equipment and production information together.
Who Is APOGEE IQ For?
APOGEE IQ is designed for print production organizations that want to connect more of their operations without adding complexity. It can be particularly relevant for:
- Commercial printers as well as packaging and folding carton operations
- Hybrid offset/digital print operations, printers adding new equipment or applications
- Multi-site and growing print businesses, print production teams managing multiple systems
- Businesses looking to improve production visibility
What are the main components of APOGEE IQ?
These are the 3 core components of APOGEE IQ:
- INTEGRATE provides a central integration layer for connecting systems such as MIS, ERP, eCommerce, CRM, logistics and workflow applications.
- RETRIEVE is designed to collect production and equipment information from connected shop-floor systems and make that information available for broader operational visibility.
- PRODUCE provides workflow processing, orchestration, automation, the unified data model and related capabilities that enable the connected platform.
Does APOGEE IQ replace APOGEE?
APOGEE IQ represents an evolution of the APOGEE platform. Its purpose is to extend the production workflow foundation by connecting the wider print operation.
Can APOGEE IQ connect existing business systems?
Yes. it is designed to connect applications including MIS, ERP, eCommerce, CRM, logistics, workflow systems and other applications.
Can APOGEE IQ collect production equipment data?
RETRIEVE, a key component of APOGEE IQ, collects operational information from connected production equipment and shop-floor systems. Shop-floor data collection (SFDC) is an important part of the system.
Why connect business and production systems?
When systems operate independently, information often has to be transferred manually. Connecting them can reduce unnecessary handoffs, improve visibility and provide more information for production and resource decisions.
Is APOGEE IQ only for fully automated print factories?
No. The platform is designed to provide a foundation for increasing connectivity and automation over time, using existing business systems, workflows and production equipment. APOGEE IQ is beneficial to commercial printers and packaging companies at nearly any stage.
