Pen capture comes to SharePoint

Capturx software for digital pens is now compatible with SharePoint server, so when mobile workers fill out paper forms with digital pens, they can now check a box on the form that instantly sends the recorded data from digital pens to SharePoint through Bluetooth using a mobile phone.

With the new Capturx release, teams can accelerate data capture and collaboration using Microsoft SharePoint 2010, paper forms, mobile devices, and standard industry digital pens from Anoto.

Capturx automatically creates image files of the original handwriting and converted text in SharePoint lists for immediate workflows and reporting. Through SharePoint, teams can automatically integrate the data into a range of databases, content management, and back-end systems, such as Microsoft Dynamics CRM.

Mobile workers can also get instant data validation from SharePoint on their mobile phone to confirm data entries or remind them to complete a skipped field, for example, before they leave a customer or job site.

Cruise ship operator Holland America Line, (HAL) is using Capturx and SharePoint to automate forms-based data capture and review for Human Resources hiring paperwork. Recruiting teams around the world can share staffing documents with headquarters in real-time using digital pens and Capturx software, which instantly transmits, formats, and integrates data into SharePoint.