Software streamlines XML forms-based processes.
Press Release Summary:
Built on open standards architecture, IBM Workplace Forms product family consists of Forms Viewer desktop application used to view, fill, sign, submit, and route e-forms. Forms Designer supports drag-and-drop creation of forms with open and accessible, XML-schema-derived data model, and Forms Server enables creation and delivery of XML forms applications by providing interface that integrates e-forms data with server-side applications using industry-standard XML schemas.
Original Press Release:
IBM Workplace Forms Provides Businesses with Security-Rich, Dynamic Forms to Help Increase Operational Efficiency
IBM Workplace Forms provides a secure, dynamic, and intelligent front-end to on demand business processes. The IBM Workplace Forms product family consists of a server, designer, and client viewer that together enables the creation, deployment, and streamlining of XML forms-based processes. By leveraging open standards to integrate an intelligent user interface with high value back-end systems, IBM Workplace Forms provides public and private sector organizations with security-rich forms that leverage existing sources and systems to help better serve customers and increase operational efficiency.
By automating the accurate capture and processing of information, IBM Workplace Forms helps reduce manual intervention, speed up transactions, and increase operational efficiency. Workplace Forms enables organizations to achieve a "once and done" process by eliminating or reducing costly exception handling and enabling straight-through processing of transactions using open standards for data integration.
Built on open standards-based component architecture, IBM Workplace Forms provides the forms front-end to SOA-based component applications. In addition, Workplace Forms enables integration and deployment with IBM Middleware and other standards-supporting products by supporting JSR-168, JSR-170, J2EE, Web Services, as well as SOA components.
Overview
IBM Workplace Forms includes three products:
IBM Workplace Forms Viewer is a feature-rich desktop application used to view, fill, sign, submit, and route e-forms, and is able to function on the desktop or within a browser. It enables full connectivity with real-time integration using Web Services. The open standards framework of IBM Workplace Forms enables Workplace Forms Viewer to operate in portal or stand-alone environments, in online or off-line modes, and as a plug-in for thin or rich-client browsers.
IBM Workplace Forms Designer is an easy-to-use WYSIWYG e-form design environment that supports the drag-and-drop creation of precision forms with an open and accessible, XML-schema-derived data model. IBM Workplace Forms Designer leverages open standards to deliver advanced forms-based business process automation solutions that integrate seamlessly across lines of business applications and IT infrastructure.
IBM Workplace Forms Server enables the creation and delivery of XML forms applications. It provides a common, open interface to enable integration of e-forms data with server-side applications using industry-standard XML schemas. IBM Workplace Forms Server also delivers a true zero-footprint solution, providing e-forms to external users quickly and efficiently within a browser without requiring additional downloads or plug-ins. IBM Workplace Forms Server provides a low administration solution for data-capture requirements while supporting precise viewing and printing, automated validation, and the security and compliance capabilities of XML e-forms.
Planned availability dates
October 19, 2005: Electronic software delivery
November 15, 2005: Media and documentation
For ordering, contact:
Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or IBM Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL (Reference: YE001).
