PrintPrice Platform Architecture
The PrintPrice platform is built as a modular system composed of multiple specialized engines.
Each engine performs a specific responsibility within the document production pipeline.
This architecture enables the platform to scale from simple price estimation to full manufacturing orchestration.
Core Engines
The platform consists of several key subsystems.
Book Pricing Engine (BPE)
Calculates production cost estimates based on book specifications.
Inputs include:
- trim size
- page count
- paper type
- binding
- print quantity
The engine produces deterministic cost estimates used in later routing decisions.
Preflight Engine
Analyzes uploaded PDF files and extracts technical production data.
Examples include:
- page geometry
- bleed detection
- color space usage
- image resolution
- ink coverage
These facts form the foundation of production analysis.
Production Intelligence
Interprets the document in the context of real manufacturing workflows.
Responsibilities include:
- publication intent detection
- binding feasibility analysis
- specification cross-checking
Compatibility Engine
Evaluates whether a printer can produce a given job.
Compatibility scoring includes:
- physical constraints
- operational constraints
- production limitations
Matchmaker Engine
Selects the best printer candidate from the network.
Decisions are based on:
- compatibility scores
- economic factors
- routing logic
Pipeline Flow
The architecture follows a sequential pipeline.
Document Upload
→ Preflight Analysis
→ Production Intelligence
→ Compatibility Evaluation
→ Matchmaker Selection
→ Production Routing
Each stage enriches the job with additional knowledge.
Design Philosophy
The PrintPrice architecture is based on several principles:
- deterministic analysis
- modular engines
- explainable decisions
- structured data exchange
These principles enable reliable automated production workflows.