Centralized print control for enterprise and production environments
Enterprise and production printing with one centralized system
Take control of enterprise and production printing with one centralized hub for jobs, queues, and devices, so work flows faster with less manual effort. Smart automation, an operator-friendly view, and built-in load balancing/failover keep mission-critical output running with minimal downtime.
Transactional print management with uniFLOW sysHUB
uniFLOW sysHUB provides an intelligent spool management system for complete control of document output processes. Beyond workflow-based job submission, sysHUB offers centralized print job management, queueing, monitoring, and device operation capabilities, all from a single interface.
Central print queue management
The dedicated operator interface combines device and job overviews, enabling operators to:
Track all print jobs and devices in real time.
Manage queues and job priorities from a single point of control.
Simplify operations and boost productivity through centralized management.
Dedicated print job management
Operators gain full visibility of all job stages, incoming, printing, and completed, with tailored management options for each stage.
Integrated device management
Manage devices directly within the central queue interface:
- Start or stop spool-in/out functionality.
- Halt device operations with a single click.
- Combine job and device management to reduce monitoring effort and simplify handling.
Convincing feature set
uniFLOW sysHUB delivers advanced capabilities for secure, efficient, and flexible print management:
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- Protocol support: IPP, LPR, RAW socket, and JMF for broad compatibility.
- Spool-out automation: Prevents jobs from being sent to offline devices.
- Job & device redirection: Redirect failed jobs to available devices.
- Immediate device availability: Add new devices without downtime
- Print job persistence: Jobs remain in the queue during device failures.
- System failover: Automatically or manually transfer jobs to another sysHUB server.
- Powerful PDL Conversion: Converts between formats and supports various PDF standards* for archiving and prepress. *PDF/A-1b, PDF/A-2b, PDF/A-2u, PDF/A-3b, PDF/X-1a, PDF/X-4, PDF/UA
- Virtual input queues: Enabling distributed printing by collecting files for later distribution:
- Device groups for load balancing: Optimize large print jobs with round-robin workload distribution, ensuring all devices remain active without manual intervention.
Native viewing of print data streams and formats
Supported streams:
PCL5, PCLXL, PostScript, PDF, AFP
Supported formats:
XML, JSON, TXT (SIF)
Streamline in-house print room operations
uniFLOW sysHUB print room integration connects end-users and print room operators through one streamlined workflow, simplifying internal production printing from submission to delivery. It enables faster job intake with guided submission and consistent order details, gives operators clear control through a centralized and organized job view, and reduces manual coordination across departments and devices. The result for organizations is smoother throughput, fewer errors, and more reliable delivery of high‑value internal print work.
Simple print room job submission for end-users
End-users submit print room orders through a structured, three-step process designed to reduce incomplete requests and minimize back-and-forth communication.
Submission steps
- Step 1: Enter order details
- Order name
- Finishing preferences (for example: stapling, hole punching, duplex)
- Step 2: Upload the print-ready file
- PDF upload for production printing
- Step 3: Add delivery information
- Priority
- Due date
- Delivery method
Operational benefit: Consistent submissions improve scheduling accuracy and reduce operator rework.
Print room job management for operators
After submission, jobs move into production where sysHUB supports efficient routing and execution.
- Jobs enter a centralized operator queue for review and prioritization
- sysHUB Operator routes each job to the most suitable device based on:
- Production parameters (media, finishing, color requirements)
- Delivery instructions (priority and due date)
- Operators maintain control while reducing manual decision overhead
Outcome: Precision routing, efficient device utilization, and consistently high-quality output ready for distribution.
Seamless PRISMAsync integration for high-volume production
High-volume print environments depend on reliable specifications and real-time status. uniFLOW sysHUB integrates with PRISMAsync to enable automated workflows and streamlined communication between systems and devices.
Key benefits
- JDF/JMF support for consistent job specifications and real-time messaging
- Customizable job tickets through the PRISMAsync JDF editor
- Define media, finishing, and color settings with less manual setup
- Centralized monitoring and control via PRISMAsync Remote Manager
- Track queues, schedule jobs, and apply remote adjustments
Impact for customers: Reduced setup time, fewer production errors, higher uptime, and stronger operational control for complex print workloads.
Full support for JDF and JMF standards
sysHUB and PRISMAsync interoperability is strengthened through standards-based job definition and messaging.
- JDF (Job Definition Format)
- Acts as a digital job ticket defining media type, finishing options, color profiles, and layout instructions
- Improves consistency across connected systems through standardized job specification
- JMF (Job Messaging Format)
- Enables real-time, bi-directional messaging between sysHUB and PRISMAsync-driven devices
- Supports proactive operations by enabling progress monitoring and early issue detection
Operational value: Better predictability and fewer interruptions during production runs.
Job and device management via PRISMAsync Remote Manager
PRISMAsync Remote Manager enables centralized control of PRISMAsync-driven devices for improved production efficiency.
Operator capabilities
- Monitor job queues across multiple devices in real time
- Adjust priorities and reassign jobs to alternate devices
- View device status, including:
- Consumable levels
- Error alerts
- Enable remote troubleshooting to reduce downtime and service costs
Result: A powerful combination of sysHUB workflow automation and PRISMAsync Remote Manager control for multi-device, high-volume environments.
Job ticket management via PRISMAsync JDF editor
The integrated PRISMAsync JDF editor supports structured job ticket creation and management directly from the sysHUB queue view.
Core capabilities
- Create and edit job tickets without extensive technical expertise
- Define key parameters such as:
- Media type
- Finishing options
- Color settings
- Layout instructions
- Upload predefined tickets or build custom templates for specialized requirements
- Link finalized tickets to jobs for consistent execution
- Attach JDF tickets to workflows to apply settings automatically during processing
Operational benefit: Consistent print specifications, fewer setup steps, and reduced risk of misconfigured jobs.
Print room job submission via uniFLOW Online
Large print room jobs can be submitted using a familiar print flow, reducing steps and simplifying adoption.
How it works
- Apply finishing options (stapling, hole punching, duplex) via the uniFLOW Universal Driver
- Select the print room queue from the Universal Output Queue within the native print dialog
- Jobs route automatically to sysHUB for processing and operator handling using sysHUB output management capabilities
Outcome: Fewer manual uploads and a streamlined path from “Print” to production, especially for recurring, high-volume internal jobs.
Secured office printing
Enable secure, identity-based print release from connected host applications, such as ERPs, DMS, or CRMs, so documents print only when and where they should.
Secure data handling and print job release
sysHUB processes and routes securely print job data from connected applications, while uniFLOW Online handles user authentication and produces the printed output. Together, they deliver secure printing with minimal impact on user workflows.
- Print jobs are submitted from connected applications via uniFLOW sysHUB to uniFLOW Online
- Documents remain protected in a personal secure print queue
- Print release occurs only after secure user identification at a selected device
- Secure printing helps reduce unattended output and supports controlled document handling
Outcome for organizations: Improved document protection, reduced exposure risk, and a smoother print experience — without adding workflow friction.
uniFLOW Online job management
Print jobs submitted from connected applications to uniFLOW Online via sysHUB can be managed through sysHUB's dedicated operator UI.
- Centralized queue visibility for faster triage and fewer bottlenecks
- Simplified job handling to reduce manual effort and operator error
- More consistent operations across teams and sites through a single management view
Operational impact: Faster resolution of print issues and more predictable output delivery for high-importance documents.
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Connect any application to uniFLOW sysHUB
uniFLOW sysHUB supports multiple integration paths to standardize secure printing across line-of-business systems and custom solutions.
Integration options:
- Pre-defined connections
- sysHUB receives data or a print job from configured sources for streamlined onboarding
- sysHUB REST API
- sysHUB receives data via API and converts it into a print job—ideal for automation and workflow applications
- Application REST API
- sysHUB requests data from an application and converts it into a print job—useful when the source system exposes an API designed for external calls
Common use cases:
- ERP / Finance outputs (invoices, purchase orders, statements)
- HR systems (employee letters, policy documents)
- Healthcare / EMR documents (patient-facing forms, discharge packets)
- CRM communications (contracts, quotes)
Why it matters: Integration options can be aligned to enterprise architecture, whether the preference is configuration-first connectors or API-led automation.
How printing with one centralized system helps
- Centralized job and device control boosts efficiency.
- Automation, load balancing, and failover reduce downtime.
- Identity‑based print release strengthens document security.
- Flexible integrations via connectors and REST APIs fit enterprise needs.
- Operator UI streamlines job handling and improves throughput.
- JDF/JMF and PRISMAsync support enhance high‑volume production.
- Native print data viewing improves transparency and troubleshooting.
- Familiar submission paths speed adoption and reduce training needs.