However, once the electronic mechanicals to a service bureau or printer for output as film, corrections become extremely costly. Before the plates are burned, however, the printer will provide you with a blueline which is produced from the film. Once the blueline has been approved by you, the printer will print the publication, fold it, and bind it. When you receive your publications from the printer, open each box and conduct a spot check to see that the printing, binding, and, packaging are done to your specifications. Make a general count of the number of pieces delivered and refer to it when your invoice arrives.
Printers often print an overrun in order to allow for some spoilage during the printing process.
The industry standard is 10 percent above or below the ordered print run. Top Contacts Assoc.