Publishing Cycle Project Tracking Template

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Keep your publishing projects on track with this comprehensive template. Designed for the printing and publishing industry, this template helps you manage deadlines for manuscript submissions, print schedules, and distribution dates.

By using Priority Matrix, you can ensure that all tasks are completed on time, reducing stress and ensuring smooth operation. This template includes detailed tasks and subtasks for each stage of the publishing cycle, from manuscript submission to book launch and post-launch review.

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Track manuscript submissions, print schedules, and distribution dates to ensure timely publishing.

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Proposed Tasks

Miscellaneous Tasks

  • Manuscript Submission due in 1 week
    ☐ Ensure author submits final draft ☐ Check for any missing components ☐ Prepare for editing process
  • Editing Process due in 2 weeks
    ☐ Assign editor to manuscript ☐ Ensure editor completes initial review ☐ Coordinate with author for edits
  • Final Review due in 3 weeks
    ☐ Conduct final review of manuscript ☐ Check for any errors ☐ Prepare for printing
  • Printing Schedule due in 1 month
    ☐ Coordinate with printing company ☐ Ensure printing schedule is confirmed
  • Distribution Plan due in 5 weeks
    ☐ Plan distribution strategy ☐ Coordinate with distribution partners
  • Marketing Plan due in 6 weeks
    ☐ Plan marketing strategy ☐ Coordinate with marketing team
  • Pre-Order Setup due in 7 weeks
    ☐ Set up pre-order system ☐ Ensure all systems are functioning
  • Book Launch due in 2 months
    ☐ Coordinate book launch event ☐ Ensure all preparations are complete
  • Post-Launch Review due in 10 weeks
    ☐ Review sales figures ☐ Review customer feedback
  • Author Payment due in 12 weeks
    ☐ Calculate author royalties ☐ Ensure payment is sent