Thursday, February 23, 2012

Image Express Merges with Relion

Eden Prairie, MN, February 23, 2012—Rochester-based Relion Corporation, an experienced integrator of advanced document capture, workflow and business process outsourcing solutions, has merged with Image Express, a leading provider of scanning solutions and document conversion services.

Both Relion and Image Express provide enterprise content management (ECM) solutions and outsourcing services to help their clients go paperless, cut costs and increase efficiency. Relion's expertise in these areas stems from their ability to integrate advanced document capture and accounts payable workflow solutions with ERP systems like SAP, Oracle and JD Edwards. Relion also provides business process outsourcing solutions, including virtual mailroom. These capabilities compliment the experience of Image Express, which includes implementing document scanner and Kodak Capture Pro solutions, in addition to a wide range of document conversion services.

Get the full press release here ---- http://www.imageexpressinc.com/pages/relion-merger-press-release.html

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

GET TO THE CLOUD!

An article published yesterday by InformationWeek stresses the importance of cloud computing in business not just as an additional tool to "tweak existing operations", but as a central asset that is fundamental in achieving maximum efficiency. The article addresses a survey that will be released later this week which finds that only 13% of businesses have "substantially implemented" cloud computing throughout their organization. This is an interesting statistic that likely stems from a lack of trust and misconception of security when moving to the cloud.

When it comes to running a business - especially one that has a consistent record of success - it can be a difficult decision to implement any significant changes towards processes. When it comes to the technology being used, it seems this issue only becomes more sensitive. What we are observing when it comes to cloud computing is the old dip your toe in the pool to test the water temperature - businesses are adding elements of cloud computing to their exisiting business process (i.e. dipping the toe), though failing to embrace the technology and alter their processes accordingly (jumping in). If you are looking into cloud computing, remember that it can only produce the desired ROI if it is being properly utilized.

Cloud-based technology is a major game changer. The trial period is over and it's official, this technology is going to become an absolutely necessary tool for any business looking to remain competitive in their industry. The time for testing the waters in your business is over as well, it's time to jump in and swim! As always you can check us out online to learn more about how we can help, or do the really smart thing -- give us a call and GET TO THE CLOUD!

952-906-3022

Friday, February 3, 2012

You're business will never get sued right?

Just in case, here's an article worth reading:

http://www.inc.com/christina-desmarais/201111/small-business-ediscovery-tips-.html

It's easy to pretend that your business is not likely to run into any lawsuits. However, as the business world evolves, we are seeing more and more government intervention. Government intervention = more rules, more audits, more lawsuits. If you're not prepared, these situations can have a catostrophic effect on your business. It is especially important for small business owners that you take the necessary precautions to protect your organization when it comes to legal issues. Without a big legal department to help defend you in these cases, you'll get caught dealing with the problem which takes away from your day to day operations. Even if you make it through the legal battle in one piece, without proper data management you will have wasted significant time and resources defending yourself. 

When you're ready to get serious about protecting and effectively managing your data give us a call - 952-906-3022