The following iCognition EDRMS business case paper is available in short form and long form versions:
This paper conducts a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis of three implementation options for Electronic Document and Records Management Systems (EDRMS): Records Management, Business-specific, and Enterprise Information Implementations.
There is a short form version for managers and executives, and a long form version for those who need detail. The paper outlines the business case for each option and determines in what circumstances each option would be considered. The EDRMS business cases are compared to a ‘Do Nothing’ option.
In the example used in this analysis, of an organisation of 500 staff and using the assumptions detailed in this paper, a pure cost-benefit analysis approach shows the Enterprise Information implementation is ahead by an order of magnitude over the next best option. The Enterprise Information option further consolidates its lead when taking into account the non-quantifiable benefits. This must be tempered by the change management effort of transitioning the organisation to predominately EDRMS usage and limited access to other repositories, which can be significant. The results can also be influenced by key business drivers that can heavily influence the non-quantifiable benefits and justify other implementation options.
The iCognition business case documents are available for download via the white papers page. .