Adobe Illustrator is a design tool at its core. While it has "Print" functionality, it lacks the rigorous quality control (QC) and automation features required for offset, flexographic, and large-format printing.
Packaging & label printing
Esko is the industry standard for packaging prepress. It turns Illustrator into a true production workstation. adobe illustrator prepress plugins
Callas powers Adobe Acrobat’s preflight engine, but its Illustrator plugin is even more powerful. Adobe Illustrator is a design tool at its core
Verdict: Affordable and deeply integrated. Great for sign shops, screen printers, and designers who output their own files. adobe illustrator prepress plugins