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Digitalization has become deeply rooted in the manufacturing industry as technology advances, and we are on the cusp of a new revolution – Industry 4.0, laying the foundation for paperless manufacturing. But what exactly is it and what opportunities does it open up for companies?
What does “paperless manufacturing” mean and how does it change production processes?
The term “paperless manufacturing” refers to the complete digitization of production-related documents and processes. As a result, it enables companies to increase efficiency and productivity while simultaneously reducing costs and increasing transparency.
Advantages of paperless production
Increased efficiency through digital processes
Cost reduction through savings in paper, time and personnel deployment
The reduction of paper and the associated savings in time and personnel deployment make a significant contribution to cost efficiency. For example, the use of digital technologies reduces material costs and minimizes the time required to access, update and print documents.
Contribution to environmental protection
Resource-efficient, digital production that reduces paper consumption is a significant step towards a more sustainable production method. A large proportion of the waste generated in offices is caused by paper waste – paperless production can reduce these figures.
SEAL Systems: Your partner for paperless production
With many years of experience and expertise, SEAL Systems is your partner on the path to paperless production. Our Enterprise Output Management solutions enable you to digitize your manufacturing processes and benefit from increased transparency and efficiency.
Digital distribution with the SEAL Systems web portal
The SEAL Systems web portal is a browser-based application for digitally distributing and securely sending any number of documents of any size across company boundaries. You retain complete control over your files and get an overview of which documents you have sent, whether the recipient has already seen them and which documents you have received in turn. This opens up a wide range of possible applications that optimize your production processes.
Revolutionizing paperless production with the web portal
A practical application example is the management of technical drawings and specifications. In traditional, paper-based production, the distribution of drawings is time-consuming and error-prone. With our web portal, you can send these documents digitally to the relevant production departments. Every employee has immediate access to the latest versions, which significantly reduces the error rate and increases production speed.
Another example is communication with suppliers and partners. Large volumes of documentation, such as quality reports or order forms, often need to be exchanged. The web portal enables you to send these documents securely and efficiently across company boundaries. You retain complete control over your files and can check at any time whether the recipient has already viewed the documents. This not only speeds up communication, but also ensures greater transparency and traceability.
The web portal also plays a decisive role in the area of quality assurance. Test protocols and audit reports can be recorded and distributed digitally. This speeds up the entire quality assurance process and all relevant information is available to those responsible in real time.
Summary and outlook: Paperless manufacturing and the future of the manufacturing industry
The integration of our web portal into your production processes leads to a significant reduction in paper consumption, lowers operating costs and contributes to sustainability. At the same time, you benefit from improved data control and an optimized flow of information. By going paperless with our web portal, you are taking an important step towards the future and securing decisive competitive advantages.