Category: Municipalities

Some Advice about Free Software

After a visit to my parents house recently it has become crystal clear that people who ought to know better about some pretty easy web basics do not.  So here is a post about some things to look out for when you are downloading something from the internet.

The example I put above is a common question you are asked when installing Java, and many other programs will also prompt you for downloads of a more annoying nature.  The Ask toolbar from the above example is a fairly harmless form of Bloatware, which is unwanted software included by the manufacturer of a product.  If paired with other toolbars, it can eventually slow your browser to a halt, but by itself … Read More

Benefits of Digital Workflow Systems

 

Digital Workflow Systems help to increase efficiency by digitally carrying out routine tasks without taking up your employee’s time.

 

Workflow is run by setting up a trigger system, which, put simply, are actions, that trigger other actions.
Triggers can be actions done by the user, or within the system itself, such as a new document being uploaded, field updates, document expiration, initiating approval processes etc.
Actions are things like: initiating approval processes, moving content from one location to another, sending out email alerts, putting things in an users work queue, etc. These actions can even launch other applications, which is commonly used to invoke integration scripts or export documents.
The system, of course, is not limited by regular business … Read More

Which Document Management Software is right for YOUR company?

Figuring out which Document Management Software is right for you can be a hassle. We know, because we’ve tried it. Many companies show off their key features on their website and then try to get every detail of your company and rope you in before giving you any more information. 

Thankfully, we’ve already gone through that whole process with a few of the most popular companies. Here’s what we came up with:

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We hope this helps you narrow down your search! 

Happy hunting!

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The Benefits of Paperless Document Management

Considering the transition from paper filing to online document management? The specifics are difficult to nail down without knowing the details of your particular township, but I’ve compiled a list of benefits and common concerns with an added bit of food for thought for each.


Common Concerns:

-Not being able to pick up and carry a physical (paper) copy.
-What about planning and design?
-How user friendly is it? What if employees are not fond of change?

The Benefits:
-Low Cost
-Low Maintenance
-Cheap or even free distribution
-To Go Green!
-Improved Search Capabilities
-Recoverable
-Security

Lower Costs

Many of us who do not work in the fields of Finance or Accounting do not spend a great deal of time … Read More