TechFilter: I'm part of a medium-sized IT support company and we're looking at some new helpdesk/workflow management software. What advice can you give on your setup or software you are currently working with? [more inside]
posted by de1mar on Oct 14, 2009 - 8 answers

I am working with several other people to seek sponsorship for a non-profit event. There is a fairly simple but lengthy series of actions that needs to be completed to track each unique sponsor. We've thought about having a binder with a printed page showing tasks for each sponsor, but it would be preferable if there was an online solution any of us can access for checking off and date-stamping completed tasks, with a place to add notes. [more inside]
posted by Scram on Aug 26, 2009 - 4 answers

Can anyone recommend me software for a mac, that can help improving my workflow and organization of images, while I keep the images separated into 3 topics? [more inside]
posted by jakobmunster on Jul 14, 2009 - 4 answers

I want to keep my existing folder structure for music files, and thus do not use the "keep my music organized" feature on iTunes. What is the best workflow for adding new music to this collection? I want to be able to add my new files to the folders I choose, and then update the iTunes database to reflect that these new files are there. "Copy files to iTunes music folder" doesn't create the folder structure I need. How are other people doing this?
posted by Area Control on Jun 14, 2009 - 13 answers

Why can I only sometimes drag and drop images from Aperture into Photomatix? [more inside]
posted by kenbennedy on May 12, 2009 - 3 answers

Any good tips on digital workflows in Lightroom for large groups of images? Really, any input on the photo editorial process (whether it be film or other software) would be much appreciated. [more inside]
posted by Admiral Haddock on May 4, 2009 - 8 answers

Anyone remember a site with a handful of diagrams depicting a workgroup's interactions with git? [more inside]
posted by moift on Mar 2, 2009 - 1 answer

I'm a photographer, switching from iPhoto, to Lightroom. I only want one copy of my (original) photos. How can I make the switch, and clean my computer up, without deleting any photos/shoots accidentally? [more inside]
posted by hasna on Feb 20, 2009 - 4 answers

What software/equipment is available for viewing highly detailed digital images? [more inside]
posted by pixelnark on Feb 19, 2009 - 9 answers

How to use Sharepoint's calendar to remind staff of ongoing project dates for multiple projects. [more inside]
posted by emjay on Feb 17, 2009 - 4 answers

Where can I find a freeware date-generating task calendar? [more inside]
posted by melissa may on Feb 4, 2009 - 3 answers

Help a stressed out writer with no understanding of enterprise software build consistency across an organization. What enterprise-wide content/workflow/collaboration/translation memory software am I missing? [more inside]
posted by Gucky on Jan 20, 2009 - 4 answers

What's the fastest way to upload and share images? [more inside]
posted by wastelands on Jan 12, 2009 - 8 answers

How to keep a copy of my photo collection in small-size in an automated way? That would be like, there are two folders, Photo and Small Photo, keeping the same content in different resolution (all in JPG format). [more inside]
posted by yezimary on Nov 6, 2008 - 3 answers

How do I use either/or logic inside an OSX Automator action? [more inside]
posted by JPowers on Oct 19, 2008 - 4 answers

After many happy years using standard aspect monitors, I will soon break down and buy a widescreen (14" or 15") laptop. Please give me your tips for improving my widescreen experience. [more inside]
posted by steadystate on Aug 22, 2008 - 8 answers

How can I operate on individual articles from an RSS feed in Automator? [more inside]
posted by jasmarc on Jul 6, 2008 - 3 answers

What workflow advantages have you found with Dreamweaver CS3? [more inside]
posted by camcgee on Jun 20, 2008 - 10 answers

What is the best work-flow process for handling digital photos from capture, processing to archive? [more inside]
posted by chrisbucks on Feb 29, 2008 - 7 answers

Suggestions for Photo Management Software Shared Over a Network? [more inside]
posted by macinchik on Feb 16, 2008 - 1 answer

How should I improve the our small publication’s production schedule/process? [more inside]
posted by BT on Jan 24, 2008 - 3 answers

I'm a photoshop newbie. I recently came back from vacation and have close to 1500 pictures on my harddrive. It's overwhelming just thinking about filtering, organizing, and editing the pictures. What is you guys' workflow when it comes to managing and editing large amount of pictures. I don't want to edit all of them. I just want to pick out the ones I like and edit those but there are just way too many pictures to go through.
posted by willy_dilly on Jan 13, 2008 - 14 answers

Help me figure out my color profile woes, please! [more inside]
posted by sprocket87 on Jan 9, 2008 - 6 answers

What is a good workflow to capture and export video with the Canon HV20 using Premiere and After Effects? [more inside]
posted by austinlee on Dec 31, 2007 - 11 answers

Visual Web Interfaces for Workflows - I have a complex workflow that I need users to be able to set up quickly and easily. I need suggestions and examples on how to visually / interface-wise represent this complex workflow. [more inside]
posted by SpecialK on Dec 14, 2007 - 1 answer

Help me use email in a multi-user environment. IMAP is great, but not for more than one user at a time. [more inside]
posted by al_fresco on Dec 10, 2007 - 14 answers

I've got the skills and knowledge, mostly, but I'd like to get a better workflow with PHP/MySQL development. [more inside]
posted by tmcw on Oct 11, 2007 - 15 answers

Help me find a solution for electronic forms, signatures & workflow. What are the best options? Is there anything open source that fills those requirements? [more inside]
posted by aceyprime on Jun 21, 2007 - 3 answers

Does anyone have any experience with Xerox Multifunction Printers? I would like to take one step toward a paper-less office by purchasing either a stand-alone network scanner or a Xerox MFP. The Xerox MFP look good because they are network-able and I need a laser printer anyways. Does anyone have any experience with the software and workflow with a network scanner? Any recommendations? I would like something that is both Mac and PC compatable.
posted by zzztimbo on Jun 1, 2007 - 8 answers

Digital video workflow question: I'm editing a greenscreened music video, and wish to do a rough cut in Final Cut, then move the project into After Effects to do compositing. However, the only automated means of conversion the project is Automatic Duck's plugin, the price of which exceeds my budget. What's the best workflow for moving a sequence between the two applications under these conditions? [more inside]
posted by tweebiscuit on Mar 31, 2007 - 10 answers

Anyone with knowledge/experience in putting auto dealership inventory online (photos, VIN scanners, ect.)? I have a several dealerships interested in outsourcing this job to me, but I want to do it in the least time-consuming way possible. [more inside]
posted by spock on Mar 17, 2007 - 3 answers

I'm looking for recommendations for tools and workflows to simplify my firm's document creation and assembly processes. [more inside]
posted by mjbraun on Feb 21, 2007 - 3 answers

I would love some examples of high end print design workflows, especially database driven ones. Store circulars, flyers, etc. The more complete the workflow you can describe, the better. [more inside]
posted by Brainy on Dec 12, 2006 - 4 answers

I'm looking for a CMS for a small, online newspaper. I'm not necessarily looking for the front-end, I'm looking for something that can manage the back-end, or admin of the newspaper. [more inside]
posted by Uno on Nov 22, 2006 - 9 answers

Recommendations for web research software please. I need to research several items a day, which arrive in email, or arise during the course of conversation, or during the course of other research. I need to track such items, record our current disposition, stance on the issue, record research underway, attach documents, links, analysis documents, slideshows, etc. [more inside]
posted by blue_wardrobe on Oct 2, 2006 - 5 answers

Web design workflow with Dreamweaver, specifically - templates. [more inside]
posted by bradn on Sep 1, 2006 - 6 answers

What is your workflow for getting pictures off a digital camera, filed and to the state you want them in? Can you improve on mine? [more inside]
posted by rongorongo on Jun 23, 2006 - 23 answers

I work at a small design firm. On our staff are several people responsible for drumming up new business. They would like to be able to edit and update text/images to a sales document. They want do this without having to task one of the designers to work on it. They want to be able to do it themselves without screwing anything up. [more inside]
posted by quadog on Jun 6, 2006 - 9 answers

Final Cut Pro users: What do you do with your bulky collection of project and video files when you're ostensibly done with the project?
posted by evil holiday magic on May 22, 2006 - 5 answers

How do I link tables in the same document in such a way that, when I change the text in a cell in the first table, the new text also appears in the same cell in (let's say) the other 3 tables. [more inside]
posted by zephyrbill on Apr 29, 2006 - 7 answers

Help me understand K4, the workflow engine for Adobe InDesign. How tightly integrated is it with the Adobe suite? Is it the best/only choice for that phase of content management, or does it provide just the basic CM functionality (library services, versioning, etc.) found in any enterprise CMS worth its salt? In other words, how many content management systems does it take to run a (mid-sized) publishing company?
posted by pessoa on Feb 8, 2006 - 1 answer

I'm scheduling a meeting with 17 different people via email. It's a recurring nightmare. [more inside]
posted by mecran01 on Jan 25, 2006 - 28 answers

How can I manage this 3000+ subscriber, volunteer-run mailing list better? [more inside]
posted by jdl on Nov 1, 2005 - 4 answers

Programmers: where did you learn all the aspects of programming besides actually writing code? [more inside]
posted by squidlarkin on Apr 27, 2005 - 14 answers