Accurate OCR capabilities can further reduce the need for paper by converting a paper form to an online document ready for editing and storage. To automate the process of capturing and storing images in technical documents, the package should have an integrated link into such industry standards as FrameMaker, Adobe Photoshop and Interleaf. In addition, to clarify communications between departments or business partners, image annotation becomes important. For example, an engineer may need to convey geographic constraints on an image. By scanning in the image of the plot, marking it up electronically and transmitting it across the Internet to his colleague across the country, he reduces the time needed to convey the information while increasing the accuracy of the communication.
Images enhance our work environment, adding color and interest to otherwise dull communications.
Images can also save us time and money while improving communications and streamlining work processes. And with the power of UNIX behind an image management package, there are virtually no bounds to what we can accomplish. Paul Siegert is President and CEO of Mentalix, Inc.