Canon brings its leading print and document scanning technologies together with the next evolution of uniFLOW Modular solution delivers heightened security, whilst simplifying and automating common processes to improve worker productivity uniFLOW V5 transforms the functionality of the multifunctional device (MFD), placing it at the heart of the office
Developed by NT-Ware, uniFLOW V5 transforms the way that paper and electronic documents are handled within an office. The next evolution of the uniFLOW platform allows innovative input management capabilities, thanks to the implementation of market-leading scanning technology from I.R.I.S. Businesses can boost staff productivity by simplifying and automating common document processes, as well as strengthening information security and tightening the control of print costs through a single platform. uniFLOW V5 continues to integrate seamlessly with Canon’s MEAP devices – such as its high-end imageRUNNER ADVANCE range. It also allows businesses to introduce a secure print function to non-MEAP enabled Canon MFDs without the need to install additional hardware, boosting document security across the entire fleet of MFDs. uniFLOW V5 also supports third party applications and hardware, for customers to get more value from their previous investments. Paul Rowntree, European Product Sales Marketing Director, Canon Europe says, “We understand that our customers want to be able to work with speed and efficiency when they handle documents. With organisations handling an increasing volume of information, there’s a real business need to establish more efficient processes at both the input and output stages. “The MFD is the heart of the office and the central hub for the flow of information and documents. uniFLOW V5 is a single management platform that complements the MFD’s central role, enabling businesses to get a grip of cost and security, while providing a boost to worker productivity.” uniFLOW V5 is the only offering on the market to provide a truly universal driver. This means that by introducing a single print driver across their fleet will allow the user’s specified print settings will be understood and implemented, regardless of which networked MFD processes the job. This feature also allows users to change print settings and preview the document at the MFD before processing the job. As a modular offering, uniFLOW V5 is completely scalable and can meet the needs of all companies, regardless of their size or IT budget. The solution offers heightened information security, with user authentication; secure print release and restricting the functionality that users can access on the office MFD. uniFLOW V5 can even detect sensitive data, preventing the misuse of confidential information. For high security environments - such as the Public Sector or financial institutions - it uniquely identifies keywords in documents as they are processed. Whether printing, copying, emailing or scanning, the solution can terminate, hold or seek approval for the requested job as required. uniFLOW V5 can be integrated with Helix Production Workflow- Canon’s leading web-to-print and production workflow solution- to merge office and corporate reprographics departments (CRDs). For larger organisations operating a CRD, print jobs can be routed according to pre-determined settings. This means that a five-page black-and-white document will be printed at their nearest MFP, whereas a 100-page bound document would be directed to the CRD for a more cost-effective solution. It is easy for IT administrators to simplify and automate common processes and tasks for workgroups, teams or individual users, leading to improved worker productivity. Simple as well as more complex workflows can be established. “With this evolution of the uniFLOW platform, we are empowering businesses to take a firmer control of the costs and security associated with documents, while giving worker productivity a significant boost,” says Paul Rowntree. “With a complete approach to input and output management, uniFLOW V5 represents a new standard for the industry.” uniFLOW V5 will be available to Canon’s customers across Europe from September 2010.
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