The open, modular software ecosystem for the printing industry from Durst ispart of the new “Smart Factory Portfolio”
The Durst Group will present its new Open Software Initiative for the first time at Printing United 2025, taking place from October 22–25 in Orlando, Florida. The Open Software Initiative is a neutral, modular platform for software solutions designed to go far beyond Durst systems. It offers print service providers, resellers, system integrators, and OEMs access to powerful and flexible modules built on proven Durst software technologies, allowing seamless integration of third-party solutions, regardless of printer type or manufacturer. These modules are bundled under the umbrella of “Smart Factory”.
“Our vision is to create an open, future-proof software ecosystem for the entire printing industry – developed by us, but available to everyone. This sets new standards for productivity, automation, and vendor independence,” explains Christoph Gamper, CEO and Co-Owner of the Durst Group.
Under the slogan “One Software Ecosystem. Any Brand. Any Printer.”, Durst is launching a modular, cloud-enabled software platform that can be flexibly used and integrated by print service providers, integrators, resellers, and OEMs. The platform focuses on interoperability, open APIs, and integration readiness – clearly separated from Durst’s existing proprietary solutions for Durst hardware customers.
The presentation will take place across two dedicated but closely aligned booths:
- Durst Group – Booth 3156: Focus on proprietary software Durst Workflow and Durst Analytics for full integration with Durst printing systems
- Open Software Initiative – Booth 2266: Showcase of new Smart Factory modules, OEM offerings, and integration examples
The Smart Factory Portfolio includes Smart Shop, an e-commerce solution for print businesses, serving both B2B and B2C markets. Lift ERP is a cloud-based ERP system designed for the printing industry. Prepare is an automated prepress solution that handles preflight and data preparation, with PDF editing capabilities. Produce RIP solution with advanced color management. Production Intelligence offers data-driven solutions for production environments.
The portfolio also includes an OEM Model with modules for partners, resellers, and system integrators. Callas software is an example of an OEM collaboration and will lead the OEM offerings within the Durst Group. Callas’s PDF engine technologies are used by many brands, including Adobe. The integration of callas PDF technology (pdfToolbox) into the Prepare and Produce modules of the Open Software Framework shows how OEM partners can bring this technology to market under their own brands. Additionally, callas will serve as a gateway for select Durst workflow technologies, giving OEM partners access to a broader ecosystem.
“With the Open Software Initiative and the Smart Factory portfolio, we’re not just offering products – we’re creating an open framework that allows partners to contribute their own solutions, services, or integrations,”says Michael Deflorian, Director Business Unit Software & Solutions, Durst Group. “We are proud to have callas software as a strong OEM partner, and through them, we can now offer complete PDF workflow solutions – not just core technologies – to our OEM network. This is a true blueprint of how we envision future OEM partnerships within the Open Software Initiative.”
The product is designed to serve a variety of professional sectors. For Print Service Providers (PSPs), the software provides an entry into professional tools. Resellers can expand their portfolio with established, modular solutions. For system integrators, the software is compatible with existing ERP and workflow environments. OEMs can use the platform as a core technology for their own branded products.
“We explicitly invite resellers, integrators, and partners to meet us at Printing United,” says Chris Schowalter, Global Sales Director, Durst Software & Solutions. “We’ll showcase real-world use cases and offer immediate collaboration opportunities – from turnkey products to beta programs, all the way to OEM integration through callas.”
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