--- title: Magazine Flat Planning Software | Media Planning Platform description: Papermule’s MediaPlanner software is the most widely used page flat planning solution by UK publishers, enabling them to streamline their entire planning and production process. --- [![logo](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/papermule-logo-1.webp?width=140&height=140&name=papermule-logo-1.webp "logo")](https://www.papermule.co.uk/) [+44 (0) 1379 650330](tel:+44%20(0)%201379%20650330) [info@papermule.co.uk](mailto:info@papermule.co.uk) - [Home](https://www.papermule.co.uk) - Our Solutions - [Digital Workflow Solutions (EdDesk)](https://www.papermule.co.uk/digital-workflow-solutions) - [Advertising Workflow Solutions (AdDesk) (PADN)](https://www.papermule.co.uk/advertising-workflow-solutions) - [Digital Asset Management](https://www.papermule.co.uk/digital-asset-management) - [Self-Serve Advertising Solutions](https://www.papermule.co.uk/self-serve-advertising) - [Page Flat Planning Software (PlanDesk)](https://www.papermule.co.uk/flat-planning-software) - [Pricing](https://www.papermule.co.uk/our-price-structure) - Resources - [Blog](https://www.papermule.co.uk/blog) - [FAQs](https://www.papermule.co.uk/faqs) - [Reviews](https://www.papermule.co.uk/reviews) [Book My Consultation](https://www.papermule.co.uk/free-consultation) # Flat Planning Software *Publishers and media outlets* #### **Intuitive planning. Effortless production.** PlanDesk is an easy to use web-based flat planning software that puts you in control of your workflow. Reduce errors, work faster and boost ROI. From start to finish. ![Office pic_plandesk](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Office%20pic_plandesk.jpg?width=2000&height=1120&name=Office%20pic_plandesk.jpg "Office pic_plandesk") ## Papermule is already trusted by . . . ![Bauer_white](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CustomerLogos/Bauer_white.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Bauer_white.png) ![dmg-media-logo-white-500px](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CustomerLogos/dmg-media-logo-white-500px.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=dmg-media-logo-white-500px.png) ![Mediahuis white](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CustomerLogos/Mediahuis%20white.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Mediahuis%20white.png) ![the telegraph](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CustomerLogos/the%20telegraph.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=the%20telegraph.png) ![NewsUK-WHITE](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CustomerLogos/NewsUK-WHITE.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=NewsUK-WHITE.png) ![METRO white](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CustomerLogos/METRO%20white.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=METRO%20white.png) ![SPRINGER WHITE](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CustomerLogos/SPRINGER%20WHITE.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=SPRINGER%20WHITE.png) ![MailOnline white](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CustomerLogos/MailOnline%20white.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=MailOnline%20white.png) ![TLS LOGO MASTER FINAL white](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CustomerLogos/TLS%20LOGO%20MASTER%20FINAL%20white.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=TLS%20LOGO%20MASTER%20FINAL%20white.png) ![Weatherbys_white](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CustomerLogos/Weatherbys_white.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Weatherbys_white.png) ![AdobeStock_1087517569](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_1087517569.jpeg?width=2000&height=1120&name=AdobeStock_1087517569.jpeg "AdobeStock_1087517569") #### Hidden inefficiencies accumulate Planning workflows are good at hiding their inefficiencies: Jumping between software, clicking frequently, duplicating work (and losing track of versions). These are only a handful of many. They might seem menial, but repeated every hour, every day, by multiple teams... they ruin workflows. #### Navigating the collaborative minefield What about working collaboratively? How do you track who's doing what? How do you find what's missing? How do you see when it's due? Mistakes inevitably occur, and implications can be catastrophic. But not anymore… ![AdobeStock_534485625](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_534485625.jpeg?width=2000&height=1296&name=AdobeStock_534485625.jpeg "AdobeStock_534485625") #### How Our Workflows solve Problems ## What Our Clients Say [Get My Free Quote](https://www.papermule.co.uk/request-a-quote-today) ## ![quote-icon](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/quote-icon.webp?width=41&height=31&name=quote-icon.webp) *“Progress has been good and we are already seeing a number of ads coming through the system without the need for chasing and any other involvement from dmg::media staff."* ![dmg-media-logo-web (1)](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/dmg-media-logo-web%20(1).webp) John Tucker, DMG Media ## ![quote-icon](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/quote-icon.webp?width=41&height=31&name=quote-icon.webp) *Papermule is now a vital part of the future of ad delivery for publishers. We hope this leads to a new era of efficiency, improved customer service for all of our clients."* ![News-UK-new (1)](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/News-UK-new%20(1).webp) Tom Fletcher, News UK ## ![quote-icon](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/quote-icon.webp?width=41&height=31&name=quote-icon.webp) *"TMG are fully supportive of Papermule as a major step forward in the beneficial communications between Publisher and Advertiser.”* ![Untitled design - 2022-08-19T095403.178](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20-%202022-08-19T095403.178.webp) Barry Finch, The Telegraph *Introducing Papermule's PLANDESK* #### Get your planning right first time PLANDESK, built on our DAM Workflow Engine V4.0, brings you smoother, faster and more control over your planning workflow. It's never been easier for you to turn plans into print. ![NewspaperPlan](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/NewspaperPlan.jpg "NewspaperPlan") #### With PLANDESK, you can streamline . . . ![newspaper-128](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/newspaper-128.png?width=128&height=129&name=newspaper-128.png "newspaper-128") ![magazine-128](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/magazine-128.png "magazine-128") ![classifieds-128](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/classifieds-128.png "classifieds-128") #### Newspaper Planning Layout creations, regional editions and content customisations are now intuitive. PlanDesk drives enterprise-level editorial platforms like Atex and Methode. #### Magazine Planning Alongside EdDesk, integrations into Adobe’s collaborative tools are seamless. Handle design-heavy layouts and make sophisticated workflows simple. #### Classified Production Automate and render print-ready classified page PDFs without additional editorial systems or design tools. Plan, export and send PDFs all in one place. ## Control more with DAM V4.0 Our latest DAM Workflow Engine, V4.0, is our most responsive and flexible engine yet. It underpins all our products, including PLANDESK. With hundreds of back-end changes since V3, we’ve now given you more control on the front. So, making and implementing workflow changes feels second nature. #### You're in the driver's seat The new, intuitive UI lets you choose from dynamic menus, customisable views, and batch processing to streamline workflows. You can save and share searches and make instant workflow changes using our "Rules Engine". Or grapple with data, filtering and colour-coding results to find what you and *your team* need. Every time. ![Untitled 5](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%205.png?width=2000&height=792&name=Untitled%205.png "Untitled 5") ![Freedom_planning_train600x400](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/Freedom_planning_train600x400.png "Freedom_planning_train600x400") #### **Access anywhere** PlanDesk is cloud-based. You and your team can make changes from anywhere on any device. All you need is a web browser and an internet connection. This also means other departments can view recent versions, keeping blockages away and communication flowing. #### Regionalisation made easy Regionalisation used to mean juggling plans, tracking variations and hoping no costly mistakes slipped through. For too long, it has been stressful, time-consuming and too easy to get wrong, where one missed update or mapping error could throw everything off. PlanDesk changes that. #### Real-world regionalisation. Now in one plan. You're not just adjusting for geography. Real regionalisation means tailoring your publication and content to different demographics, business rules and local regulations. PlanDesk brings everything into one smart plan and still clearly differentiates between regional ads and available space (with smooth mapping configurations between booked and print regions). #### Split regions, not your workflow Adapting publications for different regions or demographics shouldn’t be a logistical nightmare. PlanDesk lets you split regions, add gatefolds and adjust page quantity (within the same plan!) easily. This includes inserts too. The automatic detection of unplanned or 'in-need-of-attention' content also catches potential mistakes before they escape. Now, your planning workflows can stay smooth, fast and error-free. ![Untitled 8](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%208.png?width=1426&height=954&name=Untitled%208.png "Untitled 8") #### Additional PLANDESK features include . . . ![PaperMule Box Icons for website changes](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/PaperMule%20Box%20Icons%20for%20website%20changes.webp?width=150&height=150&name=PaperMule%20Box%20Icons%20for%20website%20changes.webp "PaperMule Box Icons for website changes") Choose grid and/or column configurations ![PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (1)-1](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/PaperMule%20Box%20Icons%20for%20website%20changes%20(1)-1.webp?width=150&height=150&name=PaperMule%20Box%20Icons%20for%20website%20changes%20(1)-1.webp "PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (1)-1") Add gatefolds with two clicks! ![PaperMule Box Icons for website changes-1](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/PaperMule%20Box%20Icons%20for%20website%20changes-1.webp?width=150&height=150&name=PaperMule%20Box%20Icons%20for%20website%20changes-1.webp "PaperMule Box Icons for website changes-1") Display and Classified in one plan ![PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (3)](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/PaperMule%20Box%20Icons%20for%20website%20changes%20(3).webp "PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (3)") Autoflow advertising ![PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (2)](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/PaperMule%20Box%20Icons%20for%20website%20changes%20(2).png "PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (2)") drag & drop from asset lists ![PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (2)-1](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/PaperMule%20Box%20Icons%20for%20website%20changes%20(2)-1.png "PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (2)-1") Add shapes, create articles, checkout content from plan ![PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (5)](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/PaperMule%20Box%20Icons%20for%20website%20changes%20(5).png "PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (5)") Export XML and JSON formats ![PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (4)](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/PaperMule%20Box%20Icons%20for%20website%20changes%20(4).webp "PaperMule Box Icons for website changes (4)") Auto places class headers. ## Streamlining starts here Make your flat planning more efficient and smoothen your path to production with PlanDesk. Save money, reduce errors and boost ROI. Book an obligation-free consultation now. [Request my quote](https://www.papermule.co.uk/request-a-quote-today) ## Book A Free Consultation ![Untitled design - 2022-09-27T160909.939](https://www.papermule.co.uk/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20-%202022-09-27T160909.939.png "Untitled design - 2022-09-27T160909.939") Book a meeting with Mike to discuss: Your requirements Which software would work best for you How Papermule can help Any questions or queries you may have #### Some of PLANDESK's easy integrations include . . . ![EDDESK-LOGO-128](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EDDESK-LOGO-128.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=EDDESK-LOGO-128.png) ![Atex-logo-WHITE-128](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Atex-logo-WHITE-128.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Atex-logo-WHITE-128.png) ![indesign-WHITE128](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/indesign-WHITE128.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=indesign-WHITE128.png) ![IdosMedia-White](https://www.papermule.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IdosMedia-White.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=IdosMedia-White.png) ## FAQs ### What types of publications can PlanDesk help with? PLANDESK is suitable for newspapers, magazines, journals, booklets and catalogues of all sizes. [Find Out More](https://www.papermule.co.uk/free-consultation) ### Can I manage regional content? Absolutely. PLANDESK supports regional variants, allowing you to manage localised content within the same workflow. So you don’t need to merge plans or switch views anymore. You can do it all in one. [Find Out More](https://www.papermule.co.uk/free-consultation) ### Do you have more information on the features? You can learn more about PLANDESK, its features and the DAM Workflow Engine V4.0 that underpins it here. [Find Out More](https://www.papermule.co.uk/free-consultation) ### What systems and tools do you integrate with? Out of the box, PLANDESK integrates with all the common tools like InDesign, InCopy, Atex, and Methode. However, if you use other tools, we can configure PlanDesk so it will integrate with your existing workflow. [Find Out More](https://www.papermule.co.uk/free-consultation) ### Does it really produce print-ready PDFs? Yes. You don’t need multiple tools or editorial systems. You can plan, export, and send the PDF to the required destination inside PLANDESK. [Find Out More](https://www.papermule.co.uk/free-consultation) ### Is there a demo or trial available? We offer demos so you can experience PLANDESK's features firsthand. It’s also a great opportunity for you to ask questions and see how it might fit into your workflow. 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