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At Content DSI, we specialize in providing data conversion solutions for organizations that have large amounts of information and complex system requirements. With our data conversion solutions, you are able to centralize this vast quantity of scattered information into one central repository in order to better utilize your content management system.
Many organizations are uncertain as to their specific data management needs and requirements, or if they even require an XML data conversion strategy. Content DSI can help you identify your needs and requirements. Every organization is unique, which means a unique data conversion strategy is required.
Before any data extraction and conversion strategy is recommended, Content DSI will first evaluate your data in order to paint a clear picture of the type of data conversion work that is necessary, if any. It is vital for us to know the amount of data, the original and targeted formats, and the type and quality of images to be converted. If it is determined that a data conversion strategy would be effective, we will work closely with your team to ensure an understanding of your company's
- Corporate and departmental goals and priorities
- Current information-related business processes
- Informational infrastructure including current production systems
- Existing data structure, integrity, and functionality
This analysis will allow Content DSI to provide your company with an effective, efficient data conversion solution that is suitable for your current data system and specified business processes.
Data Conversion Tools & Services
At Content DSI, we have the data extraction tools and resources necessary to convert your current data into a platform-neutral, electronic format that will allow information to be deposited into a data repository making it well-organized and easier to manage.
Data
For electronic data, we will utilize a state-of-the-art data conversion tool such as OmniMark or Perl to take it from its native format, whether it is in spreadsheet, word processing, or database publishing applications, and convert it to a format suitable for importing into a data repository. If there is no off-the-shelf alternative, we will use an XML data conversion strategy to automatically convert the data into a useable electronic format by creating customized software.
We are also offer data extraction services for data that only exists in printed form. Our state-of-the-art scanning facilities and expert technicians will scan documents and images for the purpose of media conversion into digital format.
Images
Our data specialists are able to employ data conversion services for images as well. For images that are missing, in incompatible formats, or of insufficient quality, data conversion will be viable through such methods as scanning and image manipulation. These conversion services will create an image bank that can be indexed and stored in a Digital Asset Management (DAM) system.
Validation
Validation is the next step. Once the data is converted into a suitable format using a data conversion tool, Content DSI data specialists will validate it to guarantee its accuracy. If an XML data conversion strategy is used, we will parse the data to ensure it conforms to your Document Type Definition (DTD). At Content DSI, we are committed to ensuring all data entered is applicable and accurate, which is why we maintain an accuracy rate of 99.9%.
Data Conversion Strategy: DTD Development
The Document Type Definition (DTD) identifies the rules that regulate the structure of XML documents and is a crucial component of your XML data conversion strategy. The Document Type Definition forms a roadmap for XML documents, and at Content DSI, we develop DTDs that are both rigid and flexible to ensure not only proper content flow and functionality, but also are accommodating of future initiatives.
Data Repositories
Content DSI recognizes that companies have their own specific data characteristics, output requirements and business rules. That is why we design data repositories to meet your own unique specifications. Content DSI has partnered with industry-leading database vendors such as Microsoft and Oracle to help our experienced team design and implement entire data conversion solutions based on several different platforms.
A well-designed data repository will be capable of effective search and retrieval, facilitate efficient porting of information between applications, publications, and business systems, allow output to multiple media, and support advanced features such as cross-referencing and relational data structures. The capabilities of your data repository need to take into account not only your current initiatives, but also your future strategies as well.
The Importance of Data Conversion
For any organization, its biggest and most important asset is its data. Just as important is the ability to access the data when it is needed most, which can become difficult at times. It can also be difficult to update and manage data, especially for firms with large amounts of information, multiple formats, and complex system requirements. Data conversion allows these organizations to systematize their data by putting it into one format which can be used across many different platforms.
An XML data conversion strategy is one example of a multi-platform solution. XML documents can be shared by users across many environments and have a number of advantages:
- They are easy to archive and retrieve
- They enable output to multiple media such as Web and print publishing production
- Data in XML documents can be reused
- XML is a standard format and is accepted globally
- Standardized XML documents improve efficiency
An XML data conversion strategy from Content DSI can profoundly benefit multiple areas of organizations, including content and knowledge management, publishing, data exchange, and manufacturing supply chain integration. Content DSI's solutions can help you standardize your diverse information into one standardized format and utilize it in content management services.
The final phase of the data conversion process is output. Once the data has been converted, Content DSI's output services will help you retrieve your data from your database and output it to a wide variety of destinations including print and ebook publishing systems, Web portals, channel partners, or business systems.
At Content DSI, we are committed to creating and sustaining long-lasting relationships with our clients by providing them with the highest level of service. Whether we are applying our pre-press publishing services, web design/hosting services, CD/DVD development services, or our typesetting and data conversion services, our extensive team of knowledgeable experts are dedicated to helping you gain and maintain a competitive advantage in today's immense business world. |
