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# OpenText Content Management Features

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## File Management (18)

Device Syncing

Provides functionality that manages file syncing between both PC and Mobile devices to ensure files are up to date no matter who or what device they are updated on

Web Interface

Ability to access documents via a web interface without a client being installed on a device

File Type Support

Supports all required file types including but not limited to: Google Docs, MS Office, images, videos, etc.

Search

Can easily find files via a simple and/or advanced search

Mobile Apps

iOS, Android and Windows phone apps provide functionality that enable user to perform same functions as they would on a PC

Video Support

Supports various video file formats

File Type Support

Supports all required file types including but not limited to: Google Docs, MS Office, images, videos, etc.

Metadata

Automatically adds descriptive metadata like file size and upload date, has standard metadata fields like keywords, and allows the definition of custom fields and vocabulary.

OCR Scanning

Can structure unstructured data through Optical Character Recognition or other automated filing/tagging processes for scanned documents.

Versioning

Keep track of incrementally changing versions of the same file.

Collaboration

Multiple users can collaborate on document creation, annotation, and review.

Document Assembly

Autogenerate documents based on templates and form submission.

Form Creation

Able to create and manage submittable user forms.

Portals and Sites

Able to create user portals and sites.

Disposition

Automatically archive, delete, or revoke access to files that have reached the end of their life cycle.

Search

Can easily find files via a simple and/or advanced search.

Web Interface

Ability to access documents via a web interface without a client being installed on a device.

Mobile Apps

iOS, Android and Windows phone apps provide functionality that enable users to perform the same functions as they would on a PC.

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## Collaboration (8)

File following

Allows users to receive updates when files have been updated, added, deleted or moved.

File Sharing

Allows users to share individual files/folders to persons outside or inside organization. Ability to assign edit or view only privileges.

Simultaneously Editing

Users can work simultaneously on files.

Change Tracking / Audit Logs

Provides an audit log of changes and enables users to revert to a specific version

Activity Tracking

Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems

Progress Tracking

Reporting on how each user, task or process has advanced since its initiation

Screen Sharing

Digitally share screen view with others

Real Time Editing

Preview and make real-time changes in the web content

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## Administration (20)

User and Role Management

Enables administrator to provide segmented access to tool based on role. Easy to create new users and remove users.

Policies and Controls

Ability to control by user/group file/folder access, external sharing permissions, editing policies, device location restrictions, sharing by device, etc.

Device Management

Admins can restrict access to files by device in the event of lost/stolen devices as well as users that no long work for organization. Also may provide ability to wipe files from devices remotely.

Storage Limits

Administer storage limits by user or group

Storage Zones

Choose data center your files should be stored at

Security

Stores and transfers files in secure environment

Calendar Management

Track and manage schedules and meetings via an integrated calendar

File Management

Create, save, and store files

Document Management

Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location

Communication Management

Manage and track all internal and external communication conducted via calls, email, text, or chat

Workflow Management

Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks

Content Management

Handles digital content throughout its lifecycle, from creation and storage to distribution and archiving

Project Management

Plan and coordinate all the resources, costs and time needed to execute assignments

Email Management

Manage, store and organize emails within the system or via third-party apps

Version Control

Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions

Approval Process Control

Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval

SSL Security

Security protocol that ensures secure, encrypted communication over the internet, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access

Task Management

Create, manage and track all task activities and progression

Website Management

Built-in website builder or integration with third-party site

Secure Data Storage

Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches

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## Platform (9)

Performance and Reliability

Software is consistently available (up-time) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the software to respond to an action they took.

Reporting and Auditing

Access pre-built and custom reports to monitor user activity and storage

System of Record Integration

Integrates to systems other systems of record such as CRM, ERP, Outlook, Sharepoint

APIs

Enables custom integration to external systems

Internationalization

Allows organizations multi-national organizations to use tool effectively across multiple languages and currencies.

Performance and Reliability

Software is consistently available (up-time) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the software to respond to an action they took.

Reporting and Auditing

Access pre-built and custom reports to monitor user activity and storage.

System of Record Integration

Integrates with other systems of record such as CRM, ERP, Outlook, Sharepoint.

APIs

Enables custom integration to external systems.

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## Workflow (19)

Process Automation

Specifying a series of conditions and actions can automate internal processes, is customizable to the complexities of organization's needs and easy to set up and execute.

Conditions

The workflow engine provides relevant and customizable conditions on which to execute rules.

Activities

Any action a user can perform in the system can be specified as an automated action.

Records Management

System provides the necessary tools and fuctionality to maintain evidence of business activites and comply with governmental requirements or industry standards.

Case Management

System provides specialized functionality for bundling structured and unstructured content, automating adaptive, multi-person processes and setting deadlines for open cases. Also, cases can be completed and closed with the associated information stored and auditable.

Template Management

Create, save, and re-purpose templates for emails, forms, etc.

Document Management

Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location

Metadata Management

Collect and maintain structured information that describes data or content

Content Management

Handles digital content throughout its lifecycle, from creation and storage to distribution and archiving

Workflow Management

Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks

Compliance Management

Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier

Digital Asset Management

Manage digital assets

Task Management

Create, manage and track all task activities and progression

File Management

Create, save, and store files

Forms Management

Store, manage and track all forms in a centralized location

SEO Management

Optimize and manage the search engine optimization efforts for a website or digital content

Audit Management

Plan, schedule, and execute organization's accounts and assets to ensure compliance with policies and laws

Website Management

Built-in website builder or integration with third-party site

User Management

Manage user accounts, profiles, roles, permissions, and other details across applications, devices or networks

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## Agentic AI - Enterprise Content Management (ECM) (3)

Autonomous Task Execution

Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input

Natural Language Interaction

Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation

Decision Making

Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives

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## Agentic AI - Cloud Content Collaboration (5)

Autonomous Task Execution

Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input

Cross-system Integration

Works across multiple software systems or databases

Natural Language Interaction

Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation

Third-Party Integrations

Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes

Multi-Language

Manage and support multiple languages

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## Additional Functionality (148)

Data Import/Export

Import and export data to and from software applications

Search/Filter

Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria

Audio/Video Conferencing

Audio/Video Conferencing

Content Library

Centralized repository to store content and assets

Mobile Access

Access software remotely via mobile devices

Document Templates

Customizable sample documents that contain placeholder text or a standard layout that can be repeated for each new file

AI Copilot

A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users

@mentions

An @mention is a way to tag or notify a specific person about a message/post

Data Synchronization

Synchronizing data between two or more devices/systems and automatically updating changes to maintain consistency

Real-Time Notifications

Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs

Prioritization

Arrange tasks based on the level of priority or urgency

Customizable Branding

Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding

Commenting/Notes

Leave comments and notes on documents for others to view

Chat/Messaging

Communicate using direct chat or messages within the system

Configurable Workflow

Configure existing workflows to meet your organization's needs

Electronic Signature

Digitally sign online documents

Activity Dashboard

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

Single Sign On

Allow users to access multiple services after entering their login credentials once

Task Planning

Alerts/Notifications

Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges

Drag & Drop

Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components

Reporting & Statistics

Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns

Two-Factor Authentication

Extra layer of security that requires not only a password and username but also something specific to that user

Encryption

Convert data into a code for security

Access Controls/Permissions

Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems

Collaboration Tools

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

Task Scheduling

Track and manage the scheduling of tasks

Generative AI

Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.

Archiving & Retention

Moving and separately storing data that is not actively used or continuous storage of data for compliance purposes

Content Publishing Options

Facilitates online authoring and publishing of the content

Document Classification

Assign categories, labels, tags, or attributes to documents for organization, search and storage

Content Library

Centralized repository to store content and assets

Access Controls/Permissions

Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems

AI Copilot

A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users

Information Governance

Accountability over info/data that ensures appropriate behavior in the valuation, creation, storage, use, archiving & deletion of info.

Drag & Drop

Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components

Collaboration Tools

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

Reporting/Analytics

View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data

Data Capture and Transfer

Import, collect, and capture data from multiple sources

Indexing

Compile and organize data into specific metrics

Filtering

Find & retrieve relevant data or documents

Electronic Signature

Digitally sign online documents

Version Control

Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions

Mobile Access

Access software remotely via mobile devices

Document Storage

Store and organize documents in a centralized system

Generative AI

Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.

Approval Process Control

Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval

Single Sign On

Allow users to access multiple services after entering their login credentials once

Image Editing

Edit, touch up, and convert images for publishing

Customizable Branding

Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding

Search/Filter

Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria

Tagging

Attach digital tags to documents and assets for identification, search, or monitoring purposes

Audit Trail

A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc.

Document Review

Review and analyze existing information across documents

Activity Tracking

Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems

Activity Dashboard

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

Archiving & Retention

Moving and separately storing data that is not actively used or continuous storage of data for compliance purposes

Secure Data Storage

Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches

Configurable Workflow

Configure existing workflows to meet your organization's needs

SSL Security

Security protocol that ensures secure, encrypted communication over the internet, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access

Alerts/Notifications

Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges

Data Synchronization

Synchronizing data between two or more devices/systems and automatically updating changes to maintain consistency

Secure Login

At least a username and password is required to access the system

Content Delivery

Distributing content through various platforms or channels

Two-Factor Authentication

Extra layer of security that requires not only a password and username but also something specific to that user

Customizable Templates

Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements

Mobile Capture

Offline Access

Ability of websites, web applications, or mobile applications to function without an active internet connection

Templates

Sample files or documents that could be customized as needed or used as is

File Sharing

Public or private sharing of digital files such as documents, audio/video, images, and more

AI Copilot

A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users

Generative AI

Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.

Search/Filter

Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria

Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)

Investigate and take action at root cause or error in processes to prevent recurring issues

Document Lifecycle Management

Series of processes that a document goes through from creation to archiving

Reminders

Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity

Reporting & Statistics

Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns

Customizable Templates

Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements

Compliance Management

Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier

For Medical Purposes

Intended for medical use such as diagnosis, treatment, and consultation

For Legal Professionals

Specifically designed to address the needs of law firms and legal departments

Real-Time Notifications

Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs

Risk Assessment

Initiate collection and analysis of known risks

Drag & Drop

Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components

Collaboration Tools

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

Workflow Management

Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks

Activity Dashboard

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

Quality Control

Ensure that quality requirements and standards are met across production processes

Archiving & Retention

Moving and separately storing data that is not actively used or continuous storage of data for compliance purposes

Approval Process Control

Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval

Secure Data Storage

Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches

Mobile Access

Access software remotely via mobile devices

Version Control

Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions

Task Management

Create, manage and track all task activities and progression

Indexing

Compile and organize data into specific metrics

Alerts/Notifications

Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges

Activity Tracking

Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems

Disaster Recovery

Plan and implement business continuity measures in case of unforeseen events

Multiple Format Support

Includes a variety of messaging formats including industry-specific (EDIFACT, HL7, X12)

Change Management

Track and monitor efficient handling of all changes/transitions

File Management

Create, save, and store files

File Sharing

Public or private sharing of digital files such as documents, audio/video, images, and more

Document Management

Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location

Document Automation

Automated or logic-based workflows that assist in the creation of electronic documents

Third-Party Integrations

Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes

Access Controls/Permissions

Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems

Data Import/Export

Import and export data to and from software applications

Audit Trail

A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc.

Role-Based Permissions

Set & manage permission levels based on user roles and restrict access to only authorized individuals

Audit Management

Plan, schedule, and execute organization's accounts and assets to ensure compliance with policies and laws

API

Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases

Rules-Based Workflow

Automates and streamlines business processes by creating a sequence of predefined rules and actions that govern the flow of work

Electronic Signature

Digitally sign online documents

Document Review

Review and analyze existing information across documents

Full Text Search

Search for specific words or phrases within a document or database

Revision History

Track what was updated, who made the changes, compare two revisions, and revert or perform another revision

Real-Time Reporting

Active reporting of data and metrics

Forms Management

Store, manage and track all forms in a centralized location

Document Generation

Custom forms to streamline repetitious aspects of a document

SSL Security

Security protocol that ensures secure, encrypted communication over the internet, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access

Content Management

Handles digital content throughout its lifecycle, from creation and storage to distribution and archiving

Access Expiration Management

Set rules for access to expire based on fixed dates, time elapsed, number of views, number of downloads etc.

Optical Character Recognition

Ability to recognize printed or written text within digital images or scanned documents

Document Classification

Assign categories, labels, tags, or attributes to documents for organization, search and storage

Metadata Extraction

Retrieval of embedded metadata that is present within a file

Commenting/Notes

Leave comments and notes on documents for others to view

Document Editing

Makes changes to document features such as text, fonts, formatting, etc.

File Recovery

Recover lost, deleted, or damaged files

Offline Access

Ability of websites, web applications, or mobile applications to function without an active internet connection

Annotations

Highlight content and/or make notations about parts of content

Compliance Tracking

Track and report regulatory data to either internal management or external stakeholders

Email Management

Manage, store and organize emails within the system or via third-party apps

Customizable Branding

Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding

Document Capture

Scan, move or upload electronic files within the software's repository

File Conversion

Convert files to a different format

Document Storage

Store and organize documents in a centralized system

Tagging

Attach digital tags to documents and assets for identification, search, or monitoring purposes

Automated Scheduling

Automatically create schedules based on business needs or employee availability and qualifications

Metadata Management

Collect and maintain structured information that describes data or content

Document Templates

Customizable sample documents that contain placeholder text or a standard layout that can be repeated for each new file

Autosave

The system automatically saves work on an interval without the user needing to manually save

For Engineering Documents

Training Management

Track employee/learner's progression through training programs

Version Rollback

The process of reverting to a previous version or state

Digital Signature

Electronic signing method that validates the authenticity and integrity of a digital document

Status Tracking

Track the status over time for a request, process, asset, or transaction

Version Comparison

The process of cross-checking new versions with previous copies to identify changes

Document Check-in/Check-out

Document Check-in/Check-out

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