Need to transition your microfilm archive into a digital format? You probably fear that it will be a costly and/or time-consuming process, one that will occupy your staff’s valuable time and disrupt your office’s normal routine.

Well, it doesn’t have to be that way. At MES, we are like microfilm magicians. We pick up your microfilm records and –like magic—turn them into digital files. Okay, it doesn’t really happen with the wave of a magic wand, but it will seem just as easy to you. That’s because we take care of the entire process for you, at our location, so you and your staff won’t even notice anything happening. There is no interruption to your workflow, and no distractions or inconveniences for your employees.

If your business relies on microfilm to store your records, you probably spend a good portion of your time on tasks related to saving and maintaining these files. A tool that can help with this process would surely eliminate a lot of stress and work from your day.

If your business needs a microfilm scanner, you have many choices available. But it’s important to pick the scanner that best meets your needs, while also providing the best value for your money. Since trying to figure out exactly which machine is right for you may be confusing, here are some things to look for:

Compatibility: You don’t want to have to buy several different machines, but you also don’t want to run into compatibility issues. Look for a machine that can read and save files from different types of formats: microfilm, microfiche and aperture cards, among others.

Many people assume that microfilming is an outdated process that has long since been replaced by more high-tech options. And while many companies have indeed transitioned to a digital system, for some businesses microfilming is still a necessary task. There are a variety of reasons why a business may use microfilm—satisfying legal requirements is usually the most common.

Whatever the reason, a business that relies on microfilm for its data storage needs a reliable provider to help with these needs.

If you need a machine that can keep up with the demands of a busy department, we may be able to suggest the perfect solution. Departmental scanners are designed to meet the needs of a hectic work environment. They deliver the perfect combination of speed and performance, so you might say they are the race cars of the office scanner fleet.

Does the thought of archiving your records make you break out in a sweat? If your staff threatens a revolt whenever you suggest an office organization project, you need a way to make the process simple and headache-free.

Looking for a system to help you organize and manage your digital records? That’s a smart move. These programs can help automate your records-related tasks and save you lots of time and effort—and can also make it easy to access, store and secure your important records.

FileBound is a popular choice for businesses seeking document management software in Hamilton. This program provides a cloud-based storage system, allowing you to access your files from anywhere. If you have a lot of existing files in paper format, that’s no problem—FileBound lets you scan those documents and add them to your digital records database.

As you probably already know all too well, records can often seem like an endless source of headaches. First, you need to find room (probably a lot of room) to store them. Then, of course you need to try and figure out a system for maintaining them and keeping them organized—as organized as possible, anyway. And you’ll face the constant challenges of trying to find what you need.

Fortunately, you don’t have to put up with these headaches any longer. There is a simple solution: you can transition to an online document management system.

If you need help transitioning your records system from a microfilm archive into a digital format, you may have started looking for a firm that handles this type of project. Well, there’s good news: we can make your search a lot easier. At MES, we specialize in microfilm scanning services in Hamilton. We’ve been providing these services to numerous clients in the local area for years (decades, actually).

We’ve refined and perfected our process over the years, so that we now have it down to an efficient system that allows us to make the experience as stress-free as possible for you. We start with a meeting where we find out exactly what you need and explain our process in detail. We will then review your information and come up with a plan, complete with specific recommendations of how we can help you.

If your office moves at top speed, you need equipment that can keep up with your pace. We all know how frustrating it can be to have to stop and wait for office machines to finish their task—especially when we have a lot of work to do.

Fortunately, there are machines that are specifically designed to function well in high-speed environments. These high speed document scanners can scan documents at impressive speeds. They are made for meeting the demands of high-volume offices, and have the durability it takes to withstand this level of production.