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Illustrates the way of designing a form that imitates the functionality of applications such as the Windows Media Player using the TreeView control of Microsoft Access relational database software. Ways of adding a TreeView control to the form; Properties of TreeView control; Use of the TreeView control in listing the music releases contained in a database.

The article presents advice on getting one's paperwork organized. It is recommended that personal papers no longer needed be shredded. Use a safe deposit box to store important documents such as birth certificates, stock certificates, and Social Security cards. Documents related to estate planning including wills and powers of attorney should be kept at home in a fire-proof container.

ELECTRONIC FORMS, COUPLED WITH WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT FOR CLIENT COMPUTERS, CAN INCREASE WORKER PRODUCTIVITY AND EFFECTIVENESS The concept of the paperless office has been a longtime prediction of computer […]

The article discusses the factors which should be considered in deploying a compliance and records management program. It states that a successful global compliance and records management program begins with a strong business case and executive buy-in, not only from the compliance and regulatory functions but also from the business leaders. It notes that upon completion of the compliance and records management solution, a compliance framework should be developed to guide the business in meeting stated policies and procedures.

The article offers guidelines for developing an effective form, document and record management strategy. The three information resources are distinguished from each other. Interconnecting processes involved in making them available to customers, processing data inputs and delivering them to the designated department is discussed. Some of the factors to consider in managing forms are the type of data to be collected, means of accessing the forms and post-processing issues.

Evaluates the computer software package known as Quicken Medical Expense Manager, which helps consumers with doctors' bills and insurance forms. Capabilities of the software, including tracking medical deductions and managing flexible-spending accounts; Discussion of the dispute-letter template offered.

This article explains that digital forms processing solutions can help companies overcome the challenge of recession. It says that digital forms processing solutions can improve efficiencies across all aspects of company organizations. Although these forms are a way in which companies collect information from customers and employees, companies can store these data and make them usable in various applications and operations. The article also discusses how digital forms help reduce costs.

Many businesses have squeezed costs and delays out of handling routine forms, but millions of other documents still require tedious manual processing. Several companies in the U.S. have developed or are planning purely electronic alternatives for handling transactions, yet paper documents still dominate core processes, and incoming volumes continue to grow. To meet the demand, The American Express, the BT Group and others are updating proven, high-volume document-imaging applications with advanced recognition and classification technologies. The handful of digital-mailroom solutions that have emerged in recent months blend proven and pioneering recognition and classification tools to take on the full range of what is showing up in inboxes. INSETS: The Digital Mailroom Meets Capitol Hill;Lifting the Paper Weight.

Details financial services provider Wells Fargo Shareowner Services' deployment of Microsystems Technology Inc.'s document management software OCR for Forms. Features and capabilities of the software; Benefits of the move to the company and clients. INSETS: Installation Profile.;Don't Let New Forms Cause Old Headaches.;Control Your Call Center Clock.;Optical — Still Serving Up Images.

The article highlights the importance of keeping business forms up-to-date to prevent lawsuits as well as to build a good professional image for landscape firms in the U.S. Key forms include job applications, time sheets and those required by local, state and federal law. State landscape professional associations are among the best place to find state requirements forms. Several Internet sites for acquiring useful forms are presented.

The article focuses on the effects of paper work requirements imposed by companies on their customers. According to a survey conducted by Allen Ray Associates, paper works are costing the customers overhead fees that cut into their profits. One contractor said that too much paper works causes mistakes, additional phone calls, delays in payments, and takes much time. Too much paper works also cause a company to lose potential office efficiencies.

The article discusses the meaning of enterprise content management (ECM) and its difference from plain content management. Content management is the process of sharing information vital to an organization. However, ECM is an information management platform which has numerous capabilities including document imaging, records management, Web content management, forms management, digital asset management, collaboration and business process management. It is a set of technology allowing companies to effectively create, manage, deliver and archive unstructured content. The challenge for companies is to avoid getting buried with information essential to its effective operations.

The article informs that HealthTrust Purchasing Group LP (HealthTrust) has awarded the company WorkflowOne a contract to supply its members with print-on-demand and forms management services. Under the terms of the agreement, WorkflowOne will also provide HealthTrust with traditional and digitally printed documents as well as value-added services to manage document lifecycles.

The article discusses about the recovery-oriented paperwork process. It is mentioned that recovery responses are elicited by asking various well-crafted questions. These questions include "What do you want?"; "Can you describe yourself when you are at your best?"; and "What do you hope the outcome will be?"

The article discusses the role of data center in storing and processing data that supports accounting, billing and reporting systems, which drive the economic engine of companies. Changes in the methodology of collecting and processing data and converting it into information are given. An example on how the document life cycle has expanded is presented.

Evaluates the Acrobat 7.0 Professional and Life-Cycle Designer 7.0 forms design computer software from Adobe Systems. Evolution of the company's Acrobat Portable Document Format application; Use of Adobe Systems' Adobe Intelligent Document Platform; Features of Acrobat 7.0 Professional.

Deals with proper form designs for an efficient and accurate automated data capture process. Tips for field placement; Fields that should have standardized formatting and placement; Use of lines and boxes.

The article focuses on the right staffing level for an organization's forms management department. The factors to consider for proper staffing levels are presented which include the size and structure of the organization, existence of formal, published forms strategy, and relationship with the information technology (IT) department. The general guidelines for best staffing practices are also provided including the non-inclusion of legal staff and staffing decisions.

The article offers suggestions on how to strategically align forms management department with corporate initiatives. Topics discussed include the sections of the strategy of organizations which include mission, vision and goals, the impact of the variance between the stated mission and departmental practices, and the participation of forms management department in organizational dysfunction. It also stresses the need for departmental values to adopt the same values as the organization.

The article discusses the highlights of the annual DOCUMENT Strategy Forum held in Chicago, Illinois on November 1-3, 2011 with the theme being document strategy as the enterprise's number one priority. The keynote address was delivered by the principal analyst of Forrester, Craig Le Clair, who noted the opportunities and challenges in the business. The forum offered pre-conference workshops including SharePoint Best Practices, Output Management, and Forms Management.

The article presents recommendations on how to manage one's personal files, such as vehicle titles, pay stubs, and household warranties. Recommendations on which documents to shred, which to store, and which should be kept in a safe-deposit box. The advantages of switching to electronic documents when possible are noted. INSET: What to save, where to store it, and when to toss it.

The article provides tips on retaining and disposing records among accounting and legal practitioners. The author says that it is important to efficiently manage records as it can be used for future references. The author opines that it is best to keep and maintain the records for three years except those of litigation, government investigation, or an audit but in the event the legal action does transpire, it is practical to dispose.

The article discusses a poll released by research and analysis firm Quocirca and co-sponsored by Xerox which reveals that a growing number of firms are calling on managed print services (MPS) providers to save money and hasten growth. According to the survey, almost 70% of respondents believe better management of print infrastructure is a strategic must, with over 90% claiming they will pursue plans to deploy MPS. The survey also reveals that 80% of companies polled rated the capacity for an MPS to manage devices as either important or very important.

The article offers views on forms and forms conversion. The author claims the improvement in devices needed to move forms from paper to screen. The author mentions that these tools are making electronic forms more accessible to more people and are becoming increasingly important to business-critical applications in such industries as health care and insurance. However, the author claims that only a handful of people comprehend that a form that does not work well on paper will not work any better on screen.

The article offers the author's insights on how to save money in paper management. She notes that implementing a paper reduction measures could save a company by 20% to 25% paper costs. She cites that 45% of files in cabinet are duplicate information and 80% is usually never accessed again. She discusses the significance of creating clear record and data, increasing printer efficiencies and awareness, and simple technology tools.

The article discusses how government organizations can minimize the environmental impact of transmitting data through printing, faxing and copying. These public organizations can implement an effective document management solution being provided by an environmentally conscious solution vendor. By selecting the right company and the right product, they can achieve sustainable printing decisions.

The article offers tips for actors on organizing their paperwork or files. Breakdowns, sides, scripts, contact sheets and contracts are just some of the important documents that regularly flow in and out of an actor's life. Creating a simple, accessible storage system for paperwork is a must. The purpose of a file cabinet, plastic file bin, or cardboard file box is not only to store papers but also to enable rapid retrieval of them.

Focuses on the solicitation of the Internal Revenue Service for public comment on its Form 990-EZ, the short-form return filed by exempt organizations, in the U.S. Basis of the evaluation of the Form 990-EZ; Contact information.

The article focuses on the plan of IBM Corp. to add open-standards electronic forms capabilities across its messaging and collaboration software portfolio with the acquisition of PureEdge Solutions Inc. in the U.S. The expected XML forms technology is expected to be complementary to existing company and partner e-forms offering. Company executive Ambuj Goyal claimed that the technology will give users greater flexibility in exchanging forms between systems. The rationale of the acquisition is centered on the efforts to improve customers' business processes, evolve the software portfolio of the company, and create deep industry solutions. ITM Associates Inc. president Ian Altman contented that XML forms have limitations and that customers will need a combination of e-forms offerings.

In good company A lot of software is aimed at flexibility and a wide user base. This particular offering takes the opposite point of view: a few people will love […]