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Save time and money with our specialist services for legal firms

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Legal work often means having to invest time and money copying legal documents. In addition, copying costs can be difficult or even impossible to recoup when calculating fees for a case. Here at Pro-Doc we provide a number of specialist services designed for legal firms, providing an efficient way to save staff time, whilst cutting the costs associated with printer cartridges, toner and paper.
By using our specialist legal service you’ll have an efficient way to accurately record the costs that come with copying legal documentation.

Put a stop to time-consuming in-house photocopying

Time is money so it’s essential that you have access to a safe, secure and reliable legal copying service. At Pro-Doc we provide our legal clients with an exceptionally fast turnaround on all legal copying, from court bundles through to conveyancing documents.

Get in touch with PDM to find out more about our services for legal firms

The specialist legal services we offer are designed to offer a reliable, effective way to capture, store and manage legal data. If your legal practice is finding it hard to cope with the cost and management of large volumes of paperwork, why not get in touch to find out more about our services? Not only will our specialist legal services help free up valuable time, they also offer a more efficient way to accurately pass on the costs of document copying directly to your clients.
Contacting us is easy: simply call 01274 883459 or email info@pro-doc.co.uk

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Transform the way your business works with PIQNIC archive management

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Whether you’re looking for strategies to help you cope with the new way of working, or simply want to find a simple approach to streamlining your business, PIQNIC is an archive management solution which brings teams, workflows and information together into one place.

PDM -PIQNIC certified partners

So, what is PIQNIC? In short, it’s basically a smart platform which is highly innovative and beautifully deigned to manage everything from files, tasks and projects, through to teams, communications and decisions. However, the difference between PIQNIC and other work planning and management software, is that is also provides highly secure and incredibly powerful document management. We’re incredibly proud to be certified partners with such an innovative product and increasing numbers of our clients are turning to PICNIC because it offers them a way to:

  • manage and approach work in a way that meets the challenges of the current working environment, both in the short term and long term
  • store their information in a way that is completely secure but enables instant access
  • eradicate the need to use multiple apps or software
  • keep everything under one ‘roof’ – project management, files, documents and key decisions
  • spend less time on distracting emails and meetings
  • make sure that information, data and communications are fully secure yet instantly accessible
  • future-proof the way they manage their business

Get in touch to find out how PIQNIC can help you manage your business with ease

To find out more about PIQNIC, or to book a demo, get in touch with us by calling 01274 883459 or email info@pro-doc.co.uk

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Make substantial savings on mailing costs with PDM Post

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Hybrid mail services from PDM

Whether you’d like to save money on mailing costs, or are looking for a more efficient way to deal with incoming mail, PDM Post can help you improve efficiency and reduce the amount you spend. Our hybrid mail services will enable you to send and receive mail directly to and from your desktop:

  • Outgoing Hybrid Mail: letters are uploaded to your mail portal and this can be done in a range of ways, whether you want to upload just one letter or a bulk mailing. In addition, all postcodes are validated before mail is sent and once items have been posted, verification is sent to your portal. Last and by no means least, a copy of each letter sent is stored in your portal, ready for you to access as and when you need it.
  • Incoming Mail: mail items are collected from a dedicated PO box before being delivered to our secure production centre. Hard copy mail is then opened, the contents digitally captured and uploaded to your portal inbox. At this point you will have the option to download mail and incorporate it into a system of your choice. If required, mail items can be sorted and named according to your requirements.

The benefits of PDM Post

PDM Post offers businesses and organisations a wide range of benefits including:

  • A reduction in printing costs and paper consumption.
  • Expensive franking machines, toner etc. are no longer required.
  • Staff have more time to spend on other, more important tasks.
  • We don’t set a minimum volume so you can send/receive as much or as little post as you like.
  • You have the option to use just one or both of our services.

Get in touch with PDM to find out more

We are experts in all aspects of document management and offer a wide range of tried and tested services, designed to help your clients save time and money whilst improving efficiency. To find out more about PDM Post or any of our other services, get in touch with us by calling 01274 883459 or email info@pro-doc.co.uk

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Save time and money with our document management services

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Professional document management services from the document management experts

There’s no denying that the current economic climate is extremely challenging, resulting in many businesses searching for ways to streamline systems and cut costs. From data capture, scanning and archive management, through to hybrid mail and specialist services for schools and legal firms, we offer a wide range of services designed to help businesses and organisations improve efficiency whilst saving time and money.

We can help you in a number of different ways:

  • Scanning: scanning offers a cost effective and space-saving way to store large volumes and physical documents. Once scanned, documents can be provided in an easily accessible format at a cost equivalent to just four years of physical archiving. The vast majority of documents are suitable for scanning, helping you save space, money and time.
  • Data capture: physical documents not only need lots of storage space, they’re time consuming to search through too! Our data capture service makes files easy to access, enabling you and your team to find the information you need when you need it.
  • Archive management: once documents have been scanned we can offer you a range of secure access and storage options, designed to be integrated into your existing systems if required.
  • PDM post: our specialist mail service offers a highly cost-effective way to send and receive mail through a virtual mailbox.
  • PIQNIC: designed to provide a modern approach to work, PIQNIC is powerful software which brings together files, tasks, projects, decisions, teams, communications and document management.

Get in touch with PDM to find out more

Our services are designed to help businesses and organisations like yours save time, money and improve efficiency. To find out how, get in touch with us by calling 01274 883459 or email info@pro-doc.co.uk

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We can help you find new ways of working

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Document management solutions from the document management specialists

As many businesses are coming to terms with the ‘new normal’ and finding ways to keep their businesses running smoothly with staff working from home, the need to find new strategies is becoming increasingly important. The challenges of collaboration, efficiency, document management etc. whilst teams are spread far and wide, is something which businesses of all shapes and sizes are having to overcome.

Here at PDM we provide a wide range of solutions designed to help you manage your business successfully and meet the challenges of the current climate. From scanning services and data capture, through to archive management and document storage, our services are designed to be tailored to meet your individual requirements.

Our services provide fast, efficient and highly cost-effective ways to access, manage, safeguard and share documents – regardless of whether your team are working from home or in the office. We put the emphasis on securing and confidentiality and as such are trusted by clients across a wide range of professions: from accountancy firms and legal practices, through to universities and the chemical industry.

Get in touch to find out more

If you would like to find out more about our services and how we can help you save time and money whilst improving efficiency, get in touch with our team by calling 01274 or email info@pro-doc.co.uk

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Self storage facilities vs managed document storage

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Secure document storage solutions from the document management specialists

Here at PDM we are experts in all aspects of document management. As one of Yorkshire’s leading document management companies, our work often brings us into contact with companies who have been using self-storage or a lock-up facility to store documents, including business critical documents.

Although any companies rely on self-storage facilities to free up storage space in their offices when having a reorganisation or employing a new member of staff, for example, it’s important to be aware of the pitfalls of using this type of storage on a long-term basis.

Your ‘local’ self-storage facility could be anything but as the majority are located in out of town locations. This means the expense and inconvenience of you or your staff having to travel to access the documents you need, which is especially disruptive when a document is required quickly and your team are likely to be working from home for at least some of the time.

More importantly, as a result of the GDPR regulations which came into force last year, organisations need to be able to access information quickly if a request is received for information. If your documents are stored off-site or inefficiently, it could be difficult to respond to requests in a timely manner and in line with legislation.

Efficient, successful document management is only achieved by being able to access the documents you need as and when you need them. In addition, you also need the reassurance that they are secure and safeguarded from theft or damage by the elements. With this in mind, managed document storage offers the best solution.

Managed documents storage from one of Yorkshire’s leading document management companies

Regardless of the size or nature of your business, we can help you store your data so that you meet GDPR regulations, free up office space, improve efficiency and reduce costs. If you would like to find discover how managed document storage could transform the way you run your business, please don’t hesitate to get in touch by calling us on 01274 883459.

Making the most of document scanning

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Document scanning could offer your business a number of benefits and with this in mind, we thought we’d offer advice on how to make the most of this essential document management tool.

Plan to scan

When it comes to document scanning, planning ahead can help you save time and money. For example, identifying and prioritising in advance which documents are to be scanned is probably the single most important step in the scanning process. Although it might sound obvious, many of our clients underestimate the length of time that this stage can take. The identification process should comprise of two different stages: identifying the documents you need to scan and making sure they have been indexed appropriately.

It can be tempting to scan all documentation, however, it is important to identify documents which will offer the greatest increases in efficiency once they have been scanned. Over time you are likely to find that some documents are accessed less frequently than others, meaning that there might not be any benefit to having them digitized. In addition, duplicate documents should be removed and although it does take time to sort through files, it is definitely worth it in the long run in terms of time and expense. Don’t forget that you can always have additional documents scanned at a later date. However, by ensuring your most used documents are scanned immediately is an efficient way to keep costs to a minimum.

To ensure your business gains maximum benefit from scanning, it is essential identify which document management system you are going to use before the project begins. This is the best way to ensure that the process is configured according to your requirements and that the scanning process is as logical and streamlined as possible. Our team are happy to provide further advice and guidance on this if required.

Lastly, you will need to spend time considering how and where you will store paperwork once it it has been digitised. A number of different options are available; from off-site document storage, through to secure shredding and disposal. Whichever option you choose, don’t forget to make sure that you aren’t in breach of data protection rules.

Contact PDM to find out more

As document management specialists, here at PDM we work with businesses and organisation of all shapes and sizes. If you would like to find out more about the benefits document scanning could offer your business, or to talk through solutions designed to meet your individual requirements, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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Digital document management helps businesses meet social distancing requirements

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Document management services from the document management specialists

Moving from a paper-based document management system to a digital one has long offered a wide range of benefits; including cost-savings and increased efficiency. Digital document management also provides a highly-effective way to reduce the amount of physical space required to store paper files and it is these space saving benefits which are helping many businesses meet social distancing requirements.

Digital documents help with a new way of working

Many businesses are preparing to come back to work following months of staff working from home or being furloughed. Finding new ways of working is essential if enough space is to be allowed to meet safe working practices and the social distancing regulations required to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus.

How closely people have to sit together will be a crucial factor and is likely to govern office planning models in the future. This means that if people are to go back to work safely, office layouts will have to be reviewed to ensure that measures such as 2 metre distancing, screens or even back-to-back working are put into place.

Whilst some businesses have plenty of additional unused space at their disposal, many are not so lucky and are facing the stress and upheaval which comes with finding sufficient room for everyone to work safely. This is where digital document management can prove extremely useful and by transferring paper files and documents into digital versions, designed to be stored in the cloud, huge amounts of floor space can be made available.

Not only does digital document management offer a great way to create much needed space, it can also help you develop a more flexible working environment for your staff. Staggered start times or alternate working days in the office become possible as staff are able to access work files from home. In addition, information sharing is instant and straightforward, helping to improve efficiency regardless of how far apart your teams might be.

Get in touch to discover the benefits of digital document management

To find out how digital document management can help you transform the way you run your business and meet the ‘new normal’, get in touch with us to discuss your requirements.

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Digital solutions designed to meet the challenges of historical document management

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Document management solutions from PDM

Historical documents and archives are fascinating; providing an invaluable and important insight into the past. However, if you work with historical documents or archives, you’ll be all to aware of the challenges of managing and storing this type of documentation. Here at PDM we offer a range of document management and storage services, with options to suit all all types of documents, regardless of age or type.

Document scanning

Archive management starts with document scanning and at PDM we have a range of high quality, state-of-the-art scanning equipment with the capability to scan thousands of documents per day. The vast majority of documents are suitable for scanning; from historical records through to tiny items the size of postage stamps and large-sized documents such as architectural plans.

Archive management

Once documents have been scanned, the data from them can be captured, ready to be digitally stored. Digital documents don’t take up any storage space, are fully secure and can be easily searched to find the information you need quickly and easily.

We offer a range of document storage options in a selection of media types. Documents can be either managed within your own existing system or we can offer a range of document management and archive systems to suit your own requirements.

Get in touch with PDM to find out more

Digital document management offers a number of advantages, not least in terms security and efficiency. If you would like to find out how digital archive management could help you improve the way you store, access and manage historical documents, get in touch with us by calling 01272 883459 or email info@pro-doc.co.uk

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The latest trends in document management

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Document management solutions from the document management specialists

While many businesses have embraced the benefits of moving from paper to digital documents, the majority either haven’t taken maximum advantage, whilst a significant number still haven’t tried going digital at all. As a result, thanks to the significant changes to the ways many of us have had to work as a result of the current pandemic, a number of document management trends have emerged.

Important document management trends:

  • Cloud computing is proliferating at lightening speed: although the benefits of cloud computing have been widely recognised for some time, the current pandemic has forced many businesses to come onboard for the first time. All that’s needed is an internet connection and cloud computing enables access to the files and documents you need, regardless of where you are. This has enabled the countless numbers of people who are now working from home to access information, collaborate with colleagues and share data – all at the touch of a button.
  • Changing workplaces call for a mobile-friendly environment: there has been a recent and significant demand for document accessibility away from the traditional workplace through a range of online devices such as smartphones and tablet. Whether driven by the challenges we currently face – see previous bullet point – or a trend which would have emerged regardless, increasing numbers of end users are making the most of mobile technology to access work-related information.
  • Improvements in security: as it becomes easier to access and share data, an unfortunate by-product of this is a rise in cyber crime. Although securing content will remain a significant challenge, a wide range of highly-effective security solutions are available, designed to provide the protection businesses need.

Get in touch with PDM

To find out more about the benefits that moving to a digital document management system could offer your business, or to discuss your requirement, get in touch with PDM by at info@pro-doc.co.uk or call 01274 883459.