MetaCommunications today released Workgroups 2006, a cross platform process and productivity management suite. The software bundle includes new versions of Job Manager 4.0, Virtual Ticket 7.0, Digital Storage Manager 2.0, and the new Approval Manager 1.0. Workgroups 2006 is scalable from a few users to thousands of users over multiple locations, and the various components are available individually or as an integrated suite. A JDF Solutions Framework is available for Virtual Ticket, allowing the utility to serve as the front-end graphical user interface to JDF-enabled production workflows. Additional optional integrations are also available for Kodak Prinergy and Artwork Systems Nexus CTP systems. Workgroups 2006 is available in complete multi-user suite bundles from $5,000, while the individual components are priced from $1,700.