What is infoRouter Hot Folders?
infoRouter Hot Folders is a powerful background service designed to monitor specific file system folders for new content. Once configured, it automatically transfers files from source folders into designated target folders within infoRouter without the need for manual intervention. This streamlined process supports document conversion, enabling scanned documents to be automatically converted to PDF format before they are added to infoRouter.
Common Usage Scenarios for infoRouter Hot Folders
- Monitoring FTP directories for incoming files
- Handling incoming fax documents
- Managing files created by automated processes in other systems
- Processing scanned documents from scanning stations
- Capturing incoming invoices or forms for further processing
For example, files uploaded via FTP can be seamlessly integrated into infoRouter, ensuring users have instant access to them without any manual actions. Similarly, incoming faxes are automatically captured and routed to the appropriate folders in infoRouter, streamlining document handling for businesses.
In addition, many modern business applications generate a variety of digital content. infoRouter Hot Folders automatically captures and routes this content into infoRouter, making it available for collaboration and access by authorized users.
For accounts payable workflows, incoming invoices can be automatically routed into infoRouter and assigned to predefined workflows. These workflows ensure that invoices are properly reviewed, approved, or rejected, after which they can be processed for payment, enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy.
For detailed installation instructions, visit the infoRouter Hot Folders Setup and Installation guide.