Bank of China to replace microfilm with new imaging system

The new system will replace current microfilm machines at the bank's scanning centre in Shenzhen which are used for scanning vouchers, credit card and other documents.

Based on Unisys' InfoImage technology, the new system will be capable of scanning, indexing and archiving approximately 400,000 documents every day, according to a media statement released by Unisys.

Philip Chan, head of information processing division, Bank of China, said: "Not only will we be able to process documents faster, we can also facilitate retrieval and inquiries through a Web portal, and establish an integrated document management strategy that will in turn help deliver better service to our customers."

Unisys will use its 3D Visible Enterprise (3D-VE) methodology to design and implement the system, such as converting data stored on microfilm to digital image files. Encompassing electronic modeling tools, the 3D-VE application will also help the bank reduce the risks typically associated with implementing changes from re-engineering work processes.