List the stages of a typical technical production flow in order, from initial order to invoice.

List of the stages should include the following, in order:

  1. Initial order
  2. Order specifications
  3. Estimation
  4. Design
  5. Production
  6. Finishing
  7. Finished product
  8. Distribution (e.g., mailing, installation, pick-up)
  9. Invoice

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why is it important to follow the production flow of printing?
  • How does customer service enter the technical production flow?
  • Why is it important to know whether the product is going to be mailed?
  • What are different ways products can be distributed?