Step 1: Tell us
Write what you want printed, in your own words, and attach your file if you have one. If something is missing, we ask.
- A form guided by the product
- PDF preflight in your browser
How NowToPrint works
From print requirements to comparable quotes
Describe your print requirements, review file checks and compare supplier quotes on the same basis.
Full Lifecycle
From your request to delivery, step by step.
Full control and transparency at every step. Trust the system, focus on your work.
Step 2: Compare the offers
Your request goes to producers on the same technical specification. Price, delivery time, whether shipping is included, and offer notes sit side by side.
- By category and capacity
- By location
Step 3: Choose by your priority
Choose according to what matters to you. Some offers also include information about the producer’s equipment and capabilities.
- Compared on the same scope
- Quotes arrive in your inbox
Step 4: We’ll handle the rest
You place the order with NowToPrint. We have the producer you chose make it, and we take care of tracking and delivery. You follow the status in one place.
- You choose the quote
- Payment confirmation is recorded
Production and delivery times are specified in your chosen supplier’s quote.
Comparable quotes on the same scope
Ecosystem
Three actors, one system
You request quotes, producers send offers, and NowToPrint manages your order from start to finish.
Customer
Needs something printed
Provides the requirements and the file, compares quotes and chooses one.
- States the product and scope
- Adds the PDF file
- Chooses and approves a quote
Platform
NowToPrint
Structures the request, runs preflight on the file and matches suppliers.
- Presents the request on one scope
- Shows PDF preflight findings
- Keeps a record of the order status
Producer
Prints your job
Quotes, checks the file one last time, produces and delivers.
- Quotes on the stated scope
- Checks the file one last time
- Produces and delivers
Everyone Wins
Customers compare quotes, producers use spare capacity, and NowToPrint handles payment and order tracking; NowToPrint is your point of contact.
Live Simulation
Customer journey Journey
Watch how our system works step by step. Start the simulation and see how your print request is processed.
Click the button above to start the simulation
Producer matching
How are producers selected?
The list is built from registered product scope, delivery region, reported current capacity and currency. The producer's quote defines the final scope.
Capacity
Whether the producer has reported current capacity for your quantity.
Location
Whether the producer's stated delivery regions include your delivery location.
Expertise
Whether the producer's registered product scope covers this print job.
Availability
Whether the producer has reported current production capacity for this job.
Preparing a quote request
A structured quote workflow
NowToPrint brings together the product, quantity, size, material, delivery requirements and PDF preflight findings. This helps suppliers prepare comparable quotes for the same scope of work.
- Product, quantity, size and material in one form
- Suppliers quote on the same scope
- PDF preflight details travel with the request
Data Richness
Comprehensive Data Bank
Continuously updated, comprehensive material and machine database with industry-standard data formats.
Paper
Paper types, weights and sheet sizes.
- Coated, uncoated and speciality papers
- Weight and size details
Machines
Suppliers' printing and finishing machines.
- Offset and digital printing
- Sheet size and capacity
Finishing
Binding, lamination, cutting and other finishing.
- Binding types
- Lamination, varnish and cutting
Pricing
Quotes that match each supplier's own price data.
- Supplier-specific price data
- Line-by-line quotes
Full Transparency
Everything is visible Visible
No hidden costs, no surprises. Full visibility and control at every stage.
Clear pricing
A quote lists printing, paper, finishing and delivery as separate lines.
- Line-by-line quotes
- Quotes compared on the same scope
Order tracking
See which stage your order is at in your dashboard.
- Stage-by-stage status
- Order history in one place
Supplier details
See the profile of each producer that quotes.
- Producer profiles
- Supplier shown on every quote
Payment control
Payment follows quote acceptance and goes through a confirmation step.
- No payment before a quote is accepted
- Payment confirmation is recorded
Your file is checked before printing
Your file is checked before printing
Your file is checked for technical issues before printing.
ISO 12647
Offset print process control
The international standard suppliers follow for colour and print control. Compliance is confirmed by each supplier's own statement and quote.
Checked before printing
The check looks at bleed (at least 3 mm), trim size, page size, image resolution (at least 150 ppi, 300 ppi recommended), total ink coverage and font embedding, and shows every finding plainly. Your file is not converted or changed.
Digital workflow
From file to print
Request, file, quote and order move along in one record. Every step is visible in your dashboard.