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Most manufacturing companies have recently discovered that fixed document management should be a key part of the success of the business enterprise. It is now realized that fixed document management leads to economy of manufacture and operation. This in turn can bring an increase in profits of 10 to 15 per cent, which cannot be ignored as it makes a significant contribution to the bottom line of the business.

There is no doubt that inventory and production management deserves the main spotlight of the management for effective functioning in a manufacturing venture. If document management was neglected, then fixed documents were not being competently and efficiently managed. But in recent years it has been realized that efficient organization of fixed documents like plant and machinery and other movable and immovable fixed files can lead to economies of scale. Thus proper monitoring and regular maintenance of productive fixed documents will give a longer creative life. The net effect of this is more profits for the business. Naturally in fixed document management, the documents accountable for production, research and development etc., which have direct bearing on the productivity of the business, need to be organized more closely. Every category of documents needs a different focus of management. Fixed documents need regular maintenance to ensure normal life of the documents depending on the wear and tear on the document. Sufficient planning is also necessary for building up financial reserves over the life of the document for replacing the fixed document at the end of its useful life. Therefore the new plant and machinery can be ordered well in time to put back the old one.

Management also has to weigh the advantage of replacing the plant and machinery and other manufacturing documents or continuing to maintain the present production files. They also must consider from time to time whether the document has become out of date owing to new technological advances. In new times, technology has advanced at a rapid pace and management has to be vigilant on this issue to avoid being left behind by competitors. Document management also includes adequate insurance to cover any extraordinary losses due to fire and natural adversities. A type of awakening has taken place in major industries during the past decade on the role of Document Management Systems. It has become attractive due to decreasing margins and rivalry growing day by day. To avoid major capital spending, businesses are now developing strategies to get optimum performance from available fixed documents thus getting increased returns. This involves proper schedule of maintenance to minimize breakdowns and consequent loss of production.

In order to have reliable Document Management System, regular planning in conjunction with various departments, at least on a monthly basis is absolutely necessary. Standards for the Document Management System must be set, as well the comparative analysis within manufacturing standards must be evaluated to determine whether the company is achieving optimum production in line with the industry.

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