Here are some other plugin makers that work InDesign:
Comprehensive Data Publishing plugins
InData (Em Software): Transforms raw data into finished pages using a simple prototype model and an English-like scripting language for complex tasks.
DesignMerge Pro (Meadows Publishing Solutions): A professional suite with a point-and-click interface for defining variable elements and handling large-scale data publishing.
XMPie (Xerox): An advanced solution for highly personalized and dynamic content, including data-driven videos and targeted marketing materials
Catalog & Database Publishing Tools
EasyCatalog (65bit): A powerful plugin that allows data to control design, often used for managing product catalogs from data sources like Excel.
InCatalog (Em Software): Links data to placeholders within InDesign documents, allowing for bidirectional linking and updating content from data files, even updating page numbers back to the data.
DataLinker (Teacup Software): Connects ODBC and CSV data sources directly to InDesign, offering advanced formatting and the ability to automatically generate barcodes with BarcodeMaker
Key Features Beyond Data Merge
Conditional Content: Place text or images based on specific data rules.
Advanced Image Handling: Better control over image positioning, fitting, and importing from URLs or DAM systems.
Data Source Integration: Connect to more diverse sources beyond flat files, like databases (ODBC).
Automated Updates: Re-link and update documents when underlying data changes (e.g., price updates).
Scripting & Automation: Options for custom logic and complex workflow automation.
... View more