InterForm400

InterForm400

Not just another E-forms Solution.

InterForm400 is an E-forms & spool management solution which gives you total freedom in designing, handling and distributing documents. InterForm400 handles the entire print workflow of your AS/400 (iSeries) without any requirement for re-programming of your print applications. Forms are automatically selected based on print data or spool attributes, and distributed to any HP PCL compatible printer in your network.

The 2000 version now includes the possibility of generating PDF files directly from InterForm400. The resulting PDF file can be send by e-mail or saved in the IFS. Other new features are:

  • Colour Print Support.
  • Extended "trigger" options in AutoFormsControl.
  • Barcode PDF417 implemented (2-dimensional).
  • Enhanced image handling.
  • New Sub-system Output Schedule Control for optimising daily mailings.
  • A new built-in chart generator for better visualisation of reports.
  • New text formatting options like full justification, underlining of text etc.

InterForm400 in brief:
Forms Design & Spool File Formatting
  • E-forms design in the "green-screen" environment or in any Windows design tool or word processor.
  • Total freedom in re-positioning and rotating spool data using scalable font and barcodes.
  • Import facilities for forms created in Windows applications, graphics and soft-fonts.
  • Graphical WYSIWYG viewing of forms and processed print jobs.
  • Extensive list selectable printer fonts, menus for defining additional fonts and barcodes.
Automated Printing Process
  • Automates all distribution, printing and overlay processes for any AS/400 (iSeries) application.
  • Advanced conditional spool file manipulation features such as conditional splitting, copying, sorting and grouping.
  • Advanced conditional selection system for multiple form selection and distribution.
  • Multiple language detection and printing for world-wide print distribution.
  • Supports multiple bins, duplex and colour on capable HP PCL compatible printers.
  • Support for advanced printer finishing systems, such as sorters, staplers and insertion systems.
E-mail & PDF documents
  • Output in PDF format for web-publishing or as e-mail attachment.
  • Administration system for e-mail addresses, custom mail texts and customer information.
  • Automatic selection of documents which should be sent by e-mail in PDF format.
Practical Information
  • Box-free software solution, designed for and operating as a true AS/400 (iSeries) application.
  • Unlimited number of printers supported regardless of attachment method.
  • Installs in a matter of minutes from a CD-ROM or Tape cartridge.
  • High Performance with minimum CPU consumption.
  • Does not interfere with the system configuration, and can be removed in an instant.
  • Runs as background batch process completely transparant to the users.
  • Forms and print files export/import feature for easy E-mail exchange with your service provider.
  • Support for forms update trough DDM (Distributed Data Management) between linked systems.
  • Menu screeens in different languages for individual and simultaneous user sessions.
Compatibility
  • Tight integration with a number of standard FAX and archiving solutions.
  • Adds forms to both OfficeVision and PC print jobs (PCL).
  • Extended support for various ERP vendors formatted print jobs (SAP, BPCS, Mapics, Brain, JEAC etc.).
Support and Development
  • Constant development and adjustments on customer demands.
  • Extended maintenance and support including a free annual update.
Cost Justification
  • No need for re-programming of applications to fit new corporate forms design.
  • No costs associated with artwork when changes are made to telephone and fax numbers.
  • Improved corporate image through consistent use of customised forms and fonts.
  • Improved readability using fonts and bar-codes improves efficiency and reduces the risk of mistakes.
  • Reduction in maintenance costs related to dedicated printers and multiple bins for specific forms.
  • Eliminating costs related to printing the wrong job on the wrong form.
  • Automatic distribution of print over the network reduces costs related to internal distribution.
  • Sorting and grouping of print to the same customer, reduces franking costs.
  • Sending documents in PDF format by e-mail will drastically reduce facsimile and postage costs.
  • Automatic insertion into envelopes saves time and eliminates the need for manual labour.
  • The price per page for plain paper is dramatically lower than for pre-printed forms.
  • No risk of running out of specific forms at critical times.

If you require any further information or technical specifications please complete our feedback form, or contact us by email, phone or FAX.