It is advisable to handle the majority of processes server-side and to perform as little data processing and automation as possible on the client, so that users do not experience any performance drawbacks. Nevertheless, when implementing a software infrastructure for DTP automation, it is always necessary to critically assess the effort required by each process in order to determine whether it is better suited for the client or the server. Layouts and graphic assets that are used repeatedly and differ primarily in content rather than design can be provided as templates on a central file server for multiple use.