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title: Print Project Options — 32-Page Book
type: article
created: '2026-02-05'
updated: '2026-02-05'
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tags:
- print
- quora
- urgent
- client-deliverable
layer: 2
client_source: Quarra Stone
industry_context: b2b-services
transferable: false
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# Print Project Options — 32-Page Book

## Overview

The Quora client submitted an urgent request to print a 32-page book by Saturday. After reviewing the request and the file, the team determined a professional-quality print by that deadline is not feasible. Two options were prepared to present to the client.

**Status:** Awaiting client decision
**Raised in:** [[wiki/meetings/2026-02-05-sprint-planning]]

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## Why the Saturday Deadline Is Not Achievable

A professional print shop cannot fulfill this order by Saturday due to two compounding issues:

1. **Lead time** — Professional print shops require more than a few days for a bound, multi-page book.
2. **File technical issues** — The current file has no bleed and text positioned too close to the edge. These problems must be corrected before any professional printer will accept the job.

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## Option 1 — Fast, Low-Quality Print

| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| **Turnaround** | Can meet Saturday deadline |
| **Quality** | Low — spiral-bound |
| **Vendor** | Local shop (e.g., FedEx Office) |
| **Cost** | Low (standard copy-shop pricing) |
| **File prep required** | Minimal |

**Best for:** Internal review, placeholder copy, or a proof the client needs in-hand immediately regardless of quality.

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## Option 2 — High-Quality Professional Print

| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| **Turnaround** | Longer lead time (exact date TBD) |
| **Quality** | High — professionally bound |
| **Vendor** | Professional print shop |
| **Estimated cost** | ~$2,500 |
| **Alternate cost** | ~$4,000 with spot UV finish |
| **File prep required** | Yes — bleed and margin corrections needed |

**Best for:** Final deliverable, client presentation, or any use where quality reflects on the brand.

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## File Issues to Communicate to Client

Before either option can proceed at the professional level, the client should be informed that the current file has:

- **No bleed** — required by all professional printers
- **Text too close to the edge** — risk of content being cut off during trimming

These corrections will add time to the professional print path.

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## Action Items

- [x] **Karly** — Forward the client's print request email to Melissa
- [ ] **Melissa** — Reply to client presenting both options, explaining trade-offs and the technical file limitations

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## Related

- [[wiki/clients/current/quorra/_index]]
- [[wiki/meetings/2026-02-05-sprint-planning]]