{"id":420428,"date":"2026-07-08T14:28:51","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T12:28:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/?page_id=420428"},"modified":"2026-08-04T15:03:49","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T13:03:49","slug":"what-is-ecm-optimal-systems-explains","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/digitalization\/topics\/what-is-ecm-optimal-systems-explains","title":{"rendered":"What is ECM? OPTIMAL SYSTEMS explains!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover dyn hero bg--dark font--white has-color-62-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1\" style=\"min-height:30vw;aspect-ratio:unset;\"  data-anim-action=\"fadeIn\" data-anim-event=\"onScroll\" data-anim-triggered=\"false\" data-anim-from=\"opacity: 0;\" data-anim-to=\"opacity: 1;\" data-anim-id=\"anim-6ac9b305a8938\" data-anim-start=\"50%\" data-anim-reverse=\"false\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1290\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-374470\" alt=\"Eine Gruppe von Personen, die in einem B\u00fcro arbeiten und auf ein Laptop auf einem Tisch schauen\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/iStock-619531736_bearbeitet.webp\" style=\"object-position:67% 27%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"67% 27%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/iStock-619531736_bearbeitet.webp 1920w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/iStock-619531736_bearbeitet-300x202.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/iStock-619531736_bearbeitet-1024x688.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/iStock-619531736_bearbeitet-768x516.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/iStock-619531736_bearbeitet-1536x1032.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-90 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(100deg,hsl(213,33%,6%) 0%,hsla(213,33%,6%,0) 100%)\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div  class=\"gs_djHuhg row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-md-9 col-lg-8 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left dyn has-color-62-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2\" id=\"h1-\">Enterprise content management system (ECM) \u2013 platform for digitization<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"dyn has-color-62-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3 wp-block-paragraph\">Searching for documents, comparing versions, and increasing legal requirements are making day-to-day business operations increasingly complex. To successfully address these challenges, many companies rely on software that structurally simplifies the management of data and processes. One of the most popular and effective solutions is enterprise content management software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block-224f1f63-4b97-4e41-b1ec-58917489f069\" class=\"wp-block-greyd-box gs_yrJ7YM greyd-content-box gs_yrJ7YM\">\n<p class=\"dyn has-color-62-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5 gs_LSQ25l wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Table of contents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-greyd-list alignleft\" id=\"list_6ac9b305a7495\">\n<li style=\"margin-left: 20px; \"><span class=\"list_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;what-is-ecm&quot;\">What is enterprise content management?<\/span><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-left: 20px; \"><span class=\"list_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;five-components&quot;\">ECM system \u2013 an overview of the five components<\/span><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-left: 20px; \"><span class=\"list_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;why-ecm&quot;\">Why enterprise content management is important for businesses<\/span><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-left: 20px; \"><span class=\"list_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;where-ecm&quot;\">Where to use enterprise content management software<\/span><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-left: 20px; \"><span class=\"list_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;examples&quot;\">Examples of enterprise content management system applications<\/span><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-left: 20px; \"><span class=\"list_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;mvv-energie&quot;\">Enterprise content management in real-world application: MVV Energie AG<\/span><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-left: 20px; \"><span class=\"list_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;faqs&quot;\">FAQ on enterprise content management<\/span><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div  class=\"gs_tR45Xm row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-ecm\">What is enterprise content management?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div  class=\"row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xxl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enterprise content management helps companies store, organize, manage, and deliver documents, images, videos, and other digital content in a centralized and secure manner, tailored to user needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enterprise content management consists of the following three individual terms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enterprise \u2013 refers to the entire company<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Content \u2013 refers to content in any form<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Management \u2013 refers to administration, processing, and systematization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The composition already illustrates the scope of the solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What is ECM? The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aiim.org\/Resources\/Glossary\/Enterprise-Content-Management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">industry association AIIM International<\/a>&nbsp;defines ECM as \u201cthe systematic collection and organization of information intended for use by specific target groups\u2014managers, employees, customers, etc.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/digitalization\/blog\/no-more-standard-ecms-why-ecm-software-must-be-modular-and-customized\">ECM is more than just software:<\/a> As a strategy and management concept in information technology, enterprise content management serves as an information hub. It supports companies with technical tools and digital features. It integrates seamlessly with SAP and other ERP systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to the definition of enterprise content management, the term can also be contrasted with other IT solutions:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"830\" height=\"722\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Infografik-ECM.webp\" alt=\"What does enterprise content management (ECM) mean?\" class=\"wp-image-374473\" style=\"width:1121px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Infografik-ECM.webp 830w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Infografik-ECM-300x261.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Infografik-ECM-768x668.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 830px) 100vw, 830px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chart illustrating the importance of ECM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ecm-vs-dms\">ECM vs. DMS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both ECM (enterprise content management) and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/digitalization\/topics\/dms-document-management-system\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/digitalization\/topics\/dms-document-management-system\">DMS (document management system)<\/a>\u00a0are solutions for managing digital documents within a company. Although the two terms are often used interchangeably, they have\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/digitalization\/blog\/dms-vs-ecm-what-is-managed-here\">different focuses<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While a document management system is a centralized software solution for managing documents in one place, ECM goes a step further and manages not only structured data but also a company\u2019s entire \u201ccontent.\u201d Enterprise content management involves the integration of various features and components: DMS,&nbsp;Collaboration, CMS (content management system), and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/products\/enaio\/solutions\/business-process-management\">BPM (business process management)<\/a>. An enterprise DMS is always a central component of a comprehensive ECM solution, but it can also be used as a standalone software application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ecm-and-erp\">ECM and ERP<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ECM and ERP systems complement each other well: Enterprise resource planning (ERP) centrally consolidates data streams from various sources, processes them, and makes them easy to manage. An enterprise content management system (ECM) organizes the resulting documents and records and makes them accessible. If you&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/products\/interfaces\/seamlessly-connecting-ecm-and-sap\">integrate an ECM IT with SAP or another existing ERP solution<\/a>, the entire document repository can be linked and made available company-wide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure id=\"greyd-6ac9b305a9bb9\" class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What is ECM and what it is good for? OPTIMAL SYSTEMS explains.\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/O89Zun0gvRo?feature=oembed&enablejsapi=1&origin=https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"gs_KBG1TN row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"five-components\">ECM system \u2013 an overview of the five components<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An enterprise content management system consolidates your company's knowledge. As part of information lifecycle management, up-to-date knowledge is made available to all employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aiim.org\/What-is-ECM-Enterprise-Content-Management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">international ECM association AIIM<\/a>&nbsp;defines five components of ECM, which are explained in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;h-1-enterprise-content-management-system-component-1-capturing&quot;\">Capturing<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;h-2-enterprise-content-management-system-component-2-management&quot;\">Management<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;h-3-enterprise-content-management-system-component-3-storage&quot;\">Storage<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;h-4-enterprise-content-management-system-component-4-preservation&quot;\">Preservation<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;h-5-enterprise-content-management-system-component-5-delivery&quot;\">Delivery<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \"Management\" module is the core of the ECM. It defines access to and handling of the documents. In addition, it automatically initiates defined processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-enterprise-content-management-system-component-1-capturing\">1. Enterprise content management system \u2013 component 1: Capturing<\/h3>\n\n\n<div  class=\"row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xxl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/products\/enaio\/solutions\/capture-documents-with-enaio-capture\">capturing of documents<\/a>&nbsp;serves as the foundation for all processes. It ensures that the documents are made available digitally for all subsequent steps. Thanks to the centralized availability of documents, workflows are streamlined and communication between your employees is made more efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As part of document management, several functions are used to integrate paper-based or electronic information into the ECM system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>creation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>capture,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>preparation, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>processing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">of the documents.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The individual functions can be implemented in different technical ways. Regardless of the document type, both paper documents and digital documents can be processed. They are stored in digital records and kept on hand for use in work processes. This involves the use of ERP applications, EDI documents, and XML documents, among other things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to document processing and management, the features of the enterprise capture software integrated into the ECM offer significant potential for increasing productivity and saving time: Handwriting recognition, barcode processing, optical character recognition, and data extraction can automate previously manual tasks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/pay-rechnungseingang-isometrik-1.svg\" alt=\"A person accesses digital file folders through a roll-up door.\" class=\"wp-image-384833\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"gs_gontFW row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-enterprise-content-management-system-component-2-management\">2. Enterprise content management system \u2013 component 2: Management<\/h3>\n\n\n<div  class=\"row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto col-md-8 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This component involves the active management, use, and processing of information. This involves actively managing the resulting e-files within the framework of integrated workflows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To ensure this, the ECM system must control access rights and the associated databases. In handling the wide variety of data types and workflows, the system must meet several requirements, which are defined in the following core components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;h-2-1-document-management-for-greater-efficiency-in-business-processes&quot;\">Document management (DM, DMS, document management)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;h-2-2-digital-archiving-records-management&quot;\">Records management (RM)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;h-2-3-business-process-management-bpm-with-digital-workflows&quot;\">Workflow\/business process management (BPM, process management)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;h-2-4-collaboration-enables-teamwork&quot;\">Collaboration (systems that support collaboration, groupware)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"is-button link\" data-type=\"scroll\" data-params=\"&quot;h-2-5-web-content-management-wcm-for-your-website&quot;\">Web content management (WCM, WCMS, including portal)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-1-document-management-for-greater-efficiency-in-business-processes\">2.1 Document management for greater efficiency in business processes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dokumentennutzung-Diagramm-2023-1024x571.webp\" alt=\"A diagram showing the different phases of a project.\" class=\"wp-image-384837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dokumentennutzung-Diagramm-2023-1024x571.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dokumentennutzung-Diagramm-2023-300x167.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dokumentennutzung-Diagramm-2023-768x428.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dokumentennutzung-Diagramm-2023-1536x856.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dokumentennutzung-Diagramm-2023.webp 1595w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Electronic document management is a core component of the ECM system. A document management system provides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>unrestricted and hassle-free access to your company's information resources;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a clear and transparent view of version histories;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>an overview through visualized information structures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This functionality is made possible by the integration into intelligent e-files. They can be searched based on freely definable criteria. These can be transaction numbers, customer data, or other metadata that you define. This allows employees to easily find the relevant documents and share them with colleagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ECM systems can be tailored to individual requirements. This makes them a versatile tool. Powerful features streamline document workflows in a comprehensive and efficient manner, minimizing time-consuming and costly manual processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-2-digital-archiving-records-management\">2.2 Digital archiving \u2013 records management<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/digitalization\/topics\/archiving\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/digitalization\/topics\/archiving\">Digital archiving<\/a>\u00a0of all documents and information requires audit-proof archiving. It makes it possible to preserve knowledge over the long term and save costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to the obvious cost savings, an ECM system ensures that you meet the requirements for GoBD-compliant archiving of your documents. The GoBD is the legal framework for long-term electronic record retention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"830\" height=\"545\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/gesetze-und-grundsaetze-archivierung.webp\" alt=\"An enterprise content management diagram illustrating the various phases of the archiving process.\" class=\"wp-image-374492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/gesetze-und-grundsaetze-archivierung.webp 830w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/gesetze-und-grundsaetze-archivierung-300x197.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/gesetze-und-grundsaetze-archivierung-768x504.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 830px) 100vw, 830px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The foundation for audit-proof archiving is a fully functional&nbsp;document management system. It meets all relevant requirements regarding the reliability of evidence, the authenticity of documentation, and retention periods. Only authorized individuals can view or edit documents, which protects the documents from unauthorized changes. This immutability enables reliable invoice verification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-3-business-process-management-bpm-with-digital-workflows\">2.3 Business process management (BPM) with digital workflows<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/grafik-business-process-management-mit-enaio.png\" alt=\"Emoo enterprise content management for business process management.\" class=\"wp-image-374494\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/grafik-business-process-management-mit-enaio.png 500w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/grafik-business-process-management-mit-enaio-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/grafik-business-process-management-mit-enaio-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With your enterprise content management system, you can integrate and manage digital workflows, information processes, and business processes. This leads to simplified and streamlined business processes. Digital workflows&nbsp;form the basis for this. This gives you a dynamic tool for modeling and refining workflows. The result: optimal coordination and a clear overview of all work items for the employees involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BPM is suitable for any type of process\u2014from incoming mail and invoice verification to approval processes, project management, or even&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/digitalization\/blog\/digital-vacation-request-paperless-and-fast-thanks-to-ecm-workflow\">leave requests<\/a>. Information remains transparent and accessible throughout the entire lifecycle. Quality management is improved, costs are reduced in a sustainable manner, and corporate goals are achieved more quickly and reliably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-4-collaboration-enables-teamwork\">2.4 Collaboration enables teamwork<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Collaboration solutions enable users to work on documents together, in a controlled manner, and simultaneously. Information is made available to everyone to ensure a shared and consistent knowledge base. Instead of processes having to build on one another, multiple employees can work on documents at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Collaborative work includes the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>communication applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>management components<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>databases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>individual documents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not only will these opportunities give your productivity a boost, but your employees will also appreciate it. Long wait times for follow-up questions or interim approval processes are reduced. This also means that case workers do not have to keep familiarizing themselves with a case all over again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-5-web-content-management-wcm-for-your-website\">2.5 Web content management (WCM) for your website<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Web content management systems are commonly referred to as content management systems (CMS). Well-known examples include applications such as WordPress, TYPO3, Joomla, Wix, and Shopify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They enable publishers and authors to prepare and convert content for websites or platforms. The systems make it possible to store resources and categorize them into public and non-public information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"gs_2v5mHr row_wrap has-background\"><div id='bg_6ac9b305ac41c' class='greyd-background bg_full'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='bg_gradient'><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center row_xl stoerer has-color-62-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-6 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background:radial-gradient(var(--color12) 0%,var(--color61) 77%)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center col-12 col-sm-auto col-md-8 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-you-can-also-find-more-on-this-topic-on-our-blog\">You can also find more on this topic on our blog<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Everything related to digitization, technologies, and cloud solutions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/digitalization\/blog\">Go to the blog<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/kopf-frau-overlay-daten.webp\" alt=\"A picture of a woman using business process management software on her computer screen.\" class=\"wp-image-372161\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"gs_xCgZOg row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-enterprise-content-management-system-component-3-storage\">3. Enterprise content management system \u2013 component 3: Storage<\/h3>\n\n\n<div  class=\"row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xxl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto col-md-8 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u201cStorage\u201d component describes the need to store documents. Storage is necessary for both long-term archiving and temporary filing of documents. However, these two processes place very different demands on the ECM system. These are defined not only by practical application but also by legal framework conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To meet these requirements, three basic resources must be defined:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>management components for the storage location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>storage technology solution<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u201cStorage\u201d component forms the backbone of the ECM system, which stores the necessary documents and information. Only reliable technology ensures that the relevant documents are accessible at all times.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1-man-in-front-of-archives-and-a-box-with-documents_Zeichenflaeche-1.svg\" alt=\"Digital and analog documents are archived together.\" class=\"wp-image-384840\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-enterprise-content-management-system-component-4-preservation\">4. Enterprise content management system \u2013 component 4: Preservation<\/h3>\n\n\n<div  class=\"row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xxl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto col-md-8 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Long-term archiving is a critical factor, primarily for legal reasons. Information must be stored in a static and unalterable manner\u2014which, given the long-term archiving requirements, represents a significant burden in terms of the amount of data involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In practice, therefore, a combination of electronic systems is often used to ensure&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/products\/enaio\/solutions\/digital-archiving-with-enaio\">digital archiving<\/a>. Common storage techniques that are used include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>WORM (write once read many) \u2013 these are optical storage media<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WORM tape (magnetic tapes with WORM properties)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>content-addressed storage (CAS) \u2013 magnetic hard disk storage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>network-attached storage (NAS) \u2013 file server<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>microfilm \u2013 machine-based processing is no longer possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These techniques ensure that your documents are archived in an audit-proof manner.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1-man-with-laptop-in-front-of-three-servers.svg\" alt=\"The laptop communicates with servers for data processing.\" class=\"wp-image-384842\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-enterprise-content-management-system-component-5-delivery\">5. Enterprise content management system \u2013 component 5: Delivery<\/h3>\n\n\n<div  class=\"row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xxl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto col-lg-8 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u201cDelivery\u201d element is often referred to collectively as \u201coutput management.\u201d It describes the function of providing users with information from the ECM system\u2014certainly a central component of the system, without which active work would not be possible. As soon as documents are \u201cdelivered\u201d to your employees, they can begin processing the associated workflows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In summary, the \u201cDelivery\u201d component includes the following functions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Transformation technologies \u2013 the ability to transform information without loss and transparently<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security technologies \u2013 must be available to all components. This is a cross-sectional component that makes it possible to integrate digital signatures or other certification methods.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Distribution \u2013 all information must be made available for publication through various channels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/pay-rechnungsfreigabe-isometrik-1.svg\" alt=\"A person checks the approved digital workflow on the monitor.\" class=\"wp-image-384844\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"gs_vsjTbb row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-ecm\">Why enterprise content management is important for businesses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every day, countless documents and pieces of data are created and used in every company. If business-critical information is not managed systematically, serious problems can arise:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Loss of documents<\/strong>: If documents are not stored centrally in one place, important data may be lost.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time-consuming search for information<\/strong>: If data and documents are stored on different systems (siloed systems) rather than in a centralized location, searching for them takes a lot of time and effort.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inconsistent versions<\/strong>: When employees save documents in local folders and send them via e-mail for further processing, different versions of the documents end up circulating. This leads to misunderstandings and errors, which require a lot of time to review and reconcile versions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Challenges in collaboration:<\/strong>&nbsp;Without a shared platform, it is very difficult for employees to collaborate on documents and respond quickly to changes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Security risks:<\/strong>&nbsp;If companies do not use access rules to define who is allowed to view and\/or edit which documents, information may fall into the hands of unauthorized individuals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you use ECM software, you can better organize and manage your digital business content and benefit from the following ECM advantages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-greyd-list alignleft iconlist\" id=\"list_6ac9b305ada34\">\n<li><span class=\"list_icon icon_lock_alt\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><strong>Centralized and legally compliant document storage<br><\/strong>Digital documents can be stored centrally much more securely and, above all, more easily than paper records. ECM software increases data security by ensuring access through user permissions. Even at the document level, it is possible to distinguish between viewing and editing permissions. In this way, an ECM tool supports companies in complying with data protection regulations and compliance requirements.<\/p><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"list_icon icon_easel_alt\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><strong>Make business processes more efficient<\/strong><br>Data and information can be linked with workflows, enabling processes to be automated and optimized. Workflows also speed up operations and reduce human error. This increases productivity and allows companies to become faster, more agile, and more competitive.<\/p><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"list_icon icon_like_alt\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><strong>Increase customer satisfaction<br><\/strong>When documents, catalogs, brochures, or other materials are available in digital form and stored centrally, they can be quickly found and accessed from anywhere. This improves responsiveness, optimizes sales operations, and increases customer satisfaction.<\/p><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"list_icon icon_check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><strong>Manage approvals and sign-offs transparently<\/strong><br>An enterprise content management solution helps reduce the turnaround time for approvals and sign-offs. For example, approving vacation requests or signing off on a quotation no longer requires additional emails or phone calls. The entire process is transparently traceable for all parties involved; every change is logged, and all people involved in the process are automatically informed about each step.<\/p><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"list_icon icon_chat_alt\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><span class=\"list_content\"><p><strong>Improve collaboration &amp; communication<br><\/strong>Thanks to enterprise content management, teams can collaborate efficiently regardless of time and location: all participants can work on the same documents and content simultaneously without version conflicts, duplicate files being created, or working documents needing to be sent via e-mail.<\/p><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"gs_WNL4cN row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-ecm\">Where to use enterprise content management software<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every company needs to organize its data. The scope of an enterprise content management solution extends to all departments within the company.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xxl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-legal-departments\">Legal departments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>contracts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>additional correspondence and documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dates and deadlines (contract management)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-finance-departments-amp-accounting\">Finance departments &amp; accounting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>invoices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>offers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>contracts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>additional e-mail correspondence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-human-resources-department\">Human resources department<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>digital personnel file<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>application documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>applicant tracking tools for a modern and efficient&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/digitalization\/blog\/recruiting-and-applicant-management-in-the-digital-age\">recruiting process<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-marketing-amp-sales\">Marketing &amp; sales<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>texts, photos, and videos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>brochures, flyers, documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>press kits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>web content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-purchasing-amp-logistics\">Purchasing &amp; logistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>delivery notes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>maintenance documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>production schedules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-teams-amp-project-groups\">Teams &amp; project groups<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>interactive collaboration between internal and external teams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>home office<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>remote work<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"gs_s1VJBc row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"examples\">Examples of enterprise content management system applications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The wide range of ECM applications stems primarily from the ability to customize the software to your individual needs. Three examples illustrate the versatility of ECM software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-document-management-in-the-construction-industry\">Document management in the construction industry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Construction projects are complex and often complicated due to the large number of parties involved, such as the client, the construction company, government agencies, subcontractors, and so on. This makes it all the more important to provide a transparent overview of construction sites and projects and to centrally store applications, plans, land registry extracts, permits, and photos in the&nbsp;digital construction record,&nbsp;so that they can be accessed and, if necessary, reviewed from anywhere\u2014including the construction site. Comprehensive ECM software featuring a construction record and an integrated construction log helps you manage projects, calculate costs, and analyze all construction site data.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xxl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto col-md-8 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-electronic-health-record\">Electronic health record<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the&nbsp;healthcare sector,&nbsp;the use of an ECM solution can be of great benefit: Hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and doctors' offices handle sensitive patient data, which must be stored securely and in compliance with the law. The&nbsp;electronic health record&nbsp;contains patients\u2019 personal data as well as medical findings and imaging data\u2014such as X-ray or CT images\u2014from various sources. Thanks to interfaces, cross-institutional, internationally established healthcare standards such as HL7, IHE, DICOM, xDT, SAP ArchiveLink, and CMIS can be implemented and integrated into common EHR systems.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/arzt-mit-laptop-2048x1365-3-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"A group of doctors is discussing enterprise content management at a meeting.\" class=\"wp-image-375303\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/arzt-mit-laptop-2048x1365-3-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/arzt-mit-laptop-2048x1365-3-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/arzt-mit-laptop-2048x1365-3-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/arzt-mit-laptop-2048x1365-3-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/arzt-mit-laptop-2048x1365-3.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-digital-invoice-management-in-retail\">Digital invoice management in retail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ECM software offers many advantages in accounting and finance, particularly with regard to the filing and review of business-critical documents such as invoices, bank statements, and contracts. By automating processes such as scanning, indexing, and archiving documents, you can save time and reduce staffing needs, allowing you to allocate resources more efficiently to other tasks.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimal-systems.de\/en\/products\/interfaces\/datev-and-ecm-thinking-digital-processes-end-to-end\">DATEV interfaces streamline your accounting processes<\/a>: from receipt capture, verification, and classification to centralized filing and the digital approval process.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"gs_O0duQr row_wrap has-background\"><div id='bg_6ac9b305af77f' class='greyd-background bg_full'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='bg_color'><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xl stoerer has-color-62-color has-color-12-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-7 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto col-lg-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-color-62-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8\" id=\"mvv-energie\">Enterprise content management software in real-world application: MVV Energie AG<\/h2>\n\n\n<div  class=\"row_wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row_xxl is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mannheim-based energy company&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mvv.de\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MVV Energie AG<\/a>&nbsp;is one of Germany\u2019s leading energy providers and employs over 6,500 people. Through its business segments\u2014energy generation, trading, and distribution; distribution network operations; and sales, environmental, and energy services\u2014the company generated approximately 4.2 billion euros in 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MVV Energie AG was the first municipal energy company to go public in 1999 and operates throughout Germany and in other European countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As early as 1998, the innovative energy company began organizing its corporate knowledge using solutions from OPTIMAL SYSTEMS: It started out with a software for invoices, personnel files, and workflows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The company was looking for a digital solution that offers a wide range of features and can be customized by its own employees to meet the industry-specific requirements of the energy sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With enaio\u00ae, these challenges were met from the very beginning, and the corporation now has ECM software that meets all energy-specific requirements regarding<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>filing structure,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>billing,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>plant documentation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>automated invoice processing,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>e-files for service connections,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ERP system integration,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>contract documents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-12 col-sm-auto is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The company\u2019s management places particular importance on the legally compliant capture and archiving of over 11 million documents\u2014with a storage volume of approximately 500 GB\u2014that are processed by employees working in various locations. 85% of documents are generated digitally and transferred to enaio\u00ae without any disruption in the workflow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roland Geiger of Soluvia IT-Services GmbH, which is responsible for IT services at MVV Energie, sums it up: \u201cWe have largely expanded the solutions implemented with enaio\u00ae step by step with our own employees and adapted them to our needs, so that we can now use a comprehensive solution tailored specifically to our requirements.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using a certified interface, enaio\u00ae is integrated with SAP R\/3 at MVV Energie, including the modules for<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>energy industry SAP IS-U<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>planning and maintenance in SAP PM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>human resources SAP HR<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">and integrated into the Contago energy trading system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How MVV Energie benefits from the enaio\u00ae ECM software:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>detailed customer overview<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>quick access to all records, documents, and files<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>search via SAP IS-U with results display in enaio\u00ae client<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>online connectivity and access via enaio\u00ae webclient<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>integration into existing IT infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>efficient contract management for license, purchase, employment, service, corporate, waste disposal, and utility contracts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>automated invoice processing for more than 500 incoming invoices per day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>workflow management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>audit-proof archiving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center gs_HGrlVk wp-block-paragraph\">Christian Faust, Head of the HR Service Center at MVV Energie:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center gs_LL7tY0 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cThere are no more records lying around,<br>all documents are immediately at your fingertips.<br>Everyone knows where each record is.\"<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Was versteht man unter einer ECM-L\u00f6sung?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"ECM steht f\u00fcr Enterprise Content Management. 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