document scanning
[/ˈdɒkjəmənt ˈskænɪŋ/]
noun
digitalização de documentos
1. The process of converting physical paper documents into digital images using a scanner device
Document scanning helps companies reduce paper storage costs and improve file accessibility.
A digitalização de documentos ajuda as empresas a reduzir custos de armazenamento de papel e melhorar a acessibilidade dos arquivos.
2. The practice of creating electronic copies of written or printed materials for digital archival or processing
The law firm uses document scanning to maintain digital records of all client files.
O escritório de advocacia usa digitalização de documentos para manter registros digitais de todos os arquivos dos clientes.
3. The technological service or application that enables rapid conversion of paper documents to searchable digital format
Our new document scanning software includes OCR capabilities for text recognition.
Nosso novo software de digitalização de documentos inclui recursos de OCR para reconhecimento de texto.
Document scanning became increasingly prevalent in Brazil during the 2010s as businesses digitalized operations and government implemented digital signature laws. In the USA, it gained importance with the rise of remote work and cloud storage solutions. The term reflects a global shift toward sustainability and operational efficiency in both corporate and governmental sectors.
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