While Xerox software programs have traditionally been aimed at larger businesses with heavy print production and management needs, some recent Xerox programs now take aim at small- and medium-sized businesses, most notably Centreware (discontinued), FreeFlow VI suite, and FreeFlow Express to Print.

Xerox Centreware features included:

1. Network scanning services
2. Easy to use scanning function
3. Open software architecture
4. Easy installation and upgrades
5. Web-compatible controls

Xerox FreeFlow VI suite features include:

1. Easy to configure open-source software components
2. Fraud deterrent VIPP (Variable-data Intelligent Postscript Printware) software language
3. Easy point-and-click and drag-and-drop user interface

Xerox FreeFlow Express to Print features include:

1. Affordably priced
2. Easy to use and install
3. Intuitive user interface
4. Print preview
5. Predefined document templates
6. Automatic job ticketing and pre-press tasks

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Find product support resources for discontinued Xerox software aimed at medium-sized businesses

Centreware is a discontinued Xerox software product that was aimed at network administrators of medium- to large-sized businesses with heavy print loads.

I recommend: Find out more about product features at the Xerox Centreware website. Although Xerox discontinued Centreware, user manuals are still downloadable. For support, go to the Online Xerox Support page, and then select the "Software and Platforms" product type and the "Centreware" product family. Choose specific Centreware software product support and Xerox driver download information. You can also speak to a live human at Xerox product support at 800-821-2797. You can also find additional Xerox software download resources for specific hardware including the Xerox Digipath driver, the Xerox Phaser driver, and more at the Xerox Support & Drivers A-Z List page.

Find product information for current Xerox software programs aimed at medium-sized businesses

The FreeFlow VI Suite is one of the current Xerox software applications with a simple user interface aimed at small- to medium- sized businesses.

I recommend: Find out more about product features at the Xerox FreeFlow VI Suite Web page and see a product demo. You can also download a Xerox FreeFlow VI Suite user manual. Note that current users can download a Xerox driver for any FreeFlow Suite product.

Find general product and support information for Xerox programs aimed at small businesses

FreeFlow Express to Print is a Xerox software product aimed at entry-level digital print operations.

I recommend: Find out more about product features at the Xerox Express to Print website. Since this is an unreleased product as of August 2008, Xerox suggests that those interested can request more detailed product information from a Xerox expert.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Always read up on product reviews before purchasing any software system.
• •  When contacting a Xerox product representative about FreeFlow Express to Print, request a free trial download of the Xerox software.