Fujitsu Honored with I3 Award for Document Imaging Solutions

Strategic Insights -

Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, was recognized by Integrated Solutions magazine as an I3 Award winner for excellence in the field of document imaging. The United States Army Recruiting Command, in conjunction with Fujitsu, received the I3 Award in the "Innovative Installation of Document/Content Management for Large Enterprise" category. This award recognizes organizations that have implemented outstanding document and content management systems, showcasing innovative uses of technology to streamline processes and reduce costs.

Key Takeaways:

  • The United States Army Recruiting Command (USAREC) implemented a distributed desktop scanning solution with Fujitsu to streamline the new recruit induction process, reducing the time and cost associated with photocopying and storing millions of hardcopies.
  • The solution integrated a Fujitsu fi-4220C duplex departmental scanner and electronic record management system from Documentum, allowing USAREC to input, catalog, and retrieve more than 270 different document types in a one-click step.
  • The integrated system has resulted in significant time and cost savings, with an estimated $500,000 annual reduction in mistakes due to human error, and a reduction in the storage of millions of photocopies.
  • The solution has also implemented a system that automatically generates enlistment contracts unique to each individual, reducing the need for manual processing and improving accuracy.
  • The USAREC's implementation has been recognized for its innovative use of technology, integration, and potential to inspire others in the field of document imaging.

Statistics:

  • 760 Army induction counselors had to physically process approximately 250 million pages of official documentation per year prior to the implementation of the new system.
  • The solution has resulted in a reduction of mistakes due to human error, estimated to be up to $500,000 per year.
  • The integrated system allows for the input, cataloging, and retrieval of more than 270 different document types in a one-click step.
  • The solution has implemented a system that automatically generates enlistment contracts unique to each individual, reducing the need for manual processing.

Sources:

  • Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc.
  • Integrated Solutions magazine
  • Fujitsu Limited
  • United States Army Recruiting Command (USAREC)