For years, micrographics were the system of choice for many businesses that needed to store important records in a physical archive. These days, it’s increasingly rare that you need an actual hard copy of records. Storing these records can be a hassle, and since most offices now operate on a computer-based system, it just makes sense to have your records stored in digital format.

A bigger (and more timely) issue is that the future of micrographics is a bit in flux at the moment, as changes in the industry causes supplies to become harder to find and more expensive to buy. These challenges are likely to only increase as the trend toward digital becomes more prevalent among industries that previously favored microfilm.

As many businesses that rely on microfilm for data storage are discovering, finding (and affording) microfilm products is not as easy as it used to be.

In the past, one of the benefits of a microfilm storage system was the relative affordability of microfilm supplies. That may no longer be the case. Recent changes in the industry have caused prices to rise (in some cases dramatically) and for many businesses, cheap microfilm prices may quickly become a thing of the past.

Are your company’s records currently stored on microfilm? If so, you’ve likely been recently wondering whether that’s the best choice, and if there is a good alternative to micrographics. Well, we have good news: we have several great options for you that will allow you to leave your microfilm system in the past. Even better, these options all make it much easier for you to store your files in a way that is much more convenient for your staff.

If you want to let us handle the entire process for you, we would certainly be happy to do that. We can convert your microfilm files into your choice of digital formats, and the process will be a stress-free experience for you and your staff. We can also set up a software system for you (FileBound is a great option), which allows you to maintain the system yourself, without any expertise or complex skills required on your part.

There are big changes happening in the microfilm industry right now. Microfilm suppliers are condensing operations or cutting back, and some are switching to central distributors. Needless to say, this lack of competition will likely lead to higher prices (and possibly shortages of available supplies).

If you are among the businesses that rely on an archive of records stored on microfilm, you may have been getting nervous recently about whether that’s a smart move. That’s because the future of microfilm is getting increasingly unpredictable and the industry is experiencing some changes that may cause headaches for businesses that rely on microfilm files.

In other words, this is a great time to finally take the plunge and make the switch to a digital system. And we’re eager and ready to help you with the transition.

Do you dream about ditching your boxes of microfilm files? If so, what’s holding you back from going digital? Most likely, you fear that converting microfilm to digital images will be a difficult and time-consuming process.

We have good news. You will be pleasantly surprised to discover just how easy and painless this process can actually be. That’s because we can do all of the work for you! At MES, we are experts at converting microfilm to digital images, and have performed this service for many satisfied clients.

If you want to transition from a microfilm archive to a digital records system, you are probably trying to figure out the best microfilm replacement for your business. Fortunately, we have a great solution for you: FileBound.

Need a microfilm replacement system? If you don’t think you do, consider these questions:

Do you spend a considerable amount of your budget repairing microfilm equipment?

If your business currently stores a lot of files on microfilm, it’s very likely that you have given some thought to changing to a more modern, high-tech system. You’re not alone. While there are situations where microfilm is a practical (perhaps even necessary) choice, switching to a more efficient system makes sense for most businesses—probably including yours.

Of course, you need to consider the type of new system you want to adopt. Fortunately, there are several good microfilm alternatives. Generally, this involves transitioning to a digital system. You can enlist the help of a professional document management company like MES to scan all of your documents and set them up in a digital system which is much more efficient and easier to manage than a microfilm archive.