C.O.L.D. is an acronym for Computer Output to Laser Disk
that has become a predominant universal data interchange
medium. It is safe and reliable storage, offering relatively simple integration
into the majority of platforms. It is also an
economical replacement for microfiche and paper document archives with storage
of data on optical disk, like as CD-ROMs.
The entire process is automated, from document capture to indexing. Providing
high data integrity, high capacity and fast access times these discs are
expected to last up to 100 years.
Storing large volumes of data on laser disk,
as opposed to microfiche or microfilm allows the user to access and search captured information on a computer while avoiding the duplication and security
costs of protecting physical documents or film. It allows organizations to more
readily distribute information.
C.O.L.D. is an
advanced electronic management system that replaces printed reports and
Computer Output Microfiche (COM) for the storage and retrieval of
computer-generated data. Mainframe and mid-range computer-generated reports are
automatically processed, indexed, compressed, stored, and made available on your
network. Multiple users can easily gain access to the same report-based
information simultaneously. Information is now at every users' fingertips and
available for searching, sharing, analysis and exporting to other applications.
Return on Investment based on real dollar
savings is surprisingly quick, and a very
useful and responsive answer for those who rely on information for productivity,
such as customer service, accounting, call center, and production personnel. Productivity
is significantly enhanced, and profitability is measurably improved.
Data from reports and files can be used in
conjunction with report, data mining, and data warehousing software systems to
provide integrated management tools to help make the most of your company's
information resources.