The latest release of Esko’s software includes improvements that streamline and simplify packaging artwork approval cycles, the company says.

Version 23.07 has extended Share & Approve functionality, with new gateways to prepress from customers’ and stakeholders’ artwork editing applications. ‘Including this innovation in Esko editor software delivers greater capability across a shared platform, fulfilling our promise to help businesses automate, connect and accelerate the go-to-market process, said Jan De Roeck, Esko’s director of marketing, industry relations and strategy.

Mr De Roeck added that the ability to share files, automate workflows, gather approvals and track milestones can speed up approval cycles by up to three times.

Further features of the new version of the software include advances in Color Pilot and Automation Engine, the introduction of AVT AutoSet for Digital print inspection for digitally printed labels.

‘Through increasing the integration of products across the entire Esko portfolio, users are able to connect with one another like never before, bringing more value to their own business as well as their customers,’ said Mr De Roeck.

Version 23.07 was made available to users as of Monday 3 July.