Today, electronic document management systems (eDMS) support the life cycle management of document based information (including data and any combination of text, images, Graphics, voice, and video). These systems consist of a variety of technologies. These include digital imaging, document management, workflow, CD and optical storage, computer output to laser disc (COLD), document input, groupware, electronic publishing and intranets, records management, and search and retrieval. Our eDMS functions include data capture, storage, classification, indexing, versioning, maintenance, use, security, and retention of documents.
Various combinations of the technologies can be integrated to create systems for information management. Combining multiple applications and providing a common interface to them through the desktop is an excellent solution for record-keeping problems.