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Approve Nonstandard Designer Workflow

A trusted freelance designer wants to deliver layered PDFs and a Sketch file instead of native [filetype=InDesign]. I …

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A trusted freelance designer wants to deliver layered PDFs and a Sketch file instead of native [filetype=InDesign]. I can allow an exception but need to control conversion risk for long-term maintenance. Advise whether to approve the exception, what conversion approach to require, and a small contractual safeguard ([safeguard=extra fee for repackaging] or [safeguard=requirement to supply open files after sign-off]).
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Approve an exception for a designer who prefers a nonstandard workflow

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Because you rarely think 'I want the redaction tool'. You think 'I have to share this without leaking the client's details'. Start from the need, and the feature finds you.

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