ImageSource is a company that specializes in providing enterprise content management and artificial intelligence-driven solutions through its ILINX platform, which allows organizations to connect and manage unstructured data, workflows, and make data-driven decisions across all levels of business. The company focuses on integrating an organization’s content, systems and processes as one, enabling operational continuity with an appropriate level of gradual adoption of the latest technologies. A specific area of focus for ImageSource is preparation of enterprise data for use by artificial intelligence (AI) applications. ImageSource is focused on converting unstructured documents to structured, usable information that can be easily incorporated into existing workflows and analytics. By using the ILINX platform, organizations can utilize techniques such as automation, classification and data extraction to improve access to and uses of their information throughout the organization.

In addition to focusing on the issues of unstructured data, ImageSource addresses the challenges that businesses face with legacy systems. The company provides organizations with approaches to modernizing their infrastructure and ensuring continued access to data. All of the organization solutions have been designed to work within the existing technology ecosystem, especially with the Microsoft environment, while ensuring relevant governance and compliance requirements are satisfied. This allows organizations to extend the value of their current systems without replacing their entire infrastructures.

Technology Services Offered by ImageSource, Inc.

AI Empowerment Blueprint™

ImageSource's AI Empowerment Blueprint™ provides an organized approach for the use of artificial intelligence by assisting companies in the establishment of AI-based practices in existing processes. The goal of this approach is to create a link between the objectives of AI implementation and the objectives of existing business processes, not simply relying on testing new ideas without an established goal. This structured approach includes the involvement of various stakeholders (such as leaders, technical groups and process owners) who provide input into the determination of priorities and limitations related to AI. The methodology for the AI Empowerment Blueprint™ begins with an educational component to educate the companies as to AI and evaluate their readiness to begin a project using AI. Following the evaluation of the companies, several steps in the overall project's development are described, including designing solution(s), building and testing prototype(s) and deploying system(s) into the operational environment. The goal is to develop a path from the conception to the execution of AI-based programs.

Another significant part of the AI Empowerment Blueprint™ is identifying processes where AI can provide additional capabilities through the capabilities of automation, pattern recognition, and predictive analysis. Once the processes are identified and matched to the business objectives, the companies will better understand how AI will improve efficiency and accuracy and reduce risk. Finally, the AI Empowerment Blueprint™ identifies the governing considerations regarding AI implementation, including data handling and compliance requirements.

ILINX On SharePoint Embedded

ILINX On SharePoint is a solution that integrates ImageSource's ILINX platform with Microsoft's SharePoint infrastructure. This combination allows the management and processing of enterprise content for an organization using ILINX’s ability to convert unstructured documents to structured data for use within workflows and analytics and for use when making decisions. This is accomplished by utilizing the Microsoft ecosystem, allowing organizations to maintain control over their content while expanding functionality through automation and data processing. Classification and data extraction techniques are used to interpret documents and turn them into validated datasets. These validated datasets can be utilized to invoke workflows, establish or enforce business rules and facilitate operations. This method reduces reliance on manual data handling and promotes consistency of data processing between departments.

One of the defining characteristics of this solution is that all content remains within an organization’s Microsoft environment. This allows for meeting all regulatory and compliance obligations, and enables integration with other existing tools and services. The platform provides the ability to store and manage documents directly in SharePoint or through an additional content layer that complements the overall organizational structure of document management and searchability. ILINX also allows for role-based user experiences whereby users can interact with content and workflows in a way that is appropriate to their respective roles.

Content and System Migration

Using the Content and System Migration Solution, ImageSource recognizes the challenges faced by enterprises when they attempt to move data or applications from a legacy environment to a new platform. The solutions enable organizations that want to improve access to data; meet their compliance requirements, and reduce their reliance on outdated systems by helping to ensure that critical information is kept intact. The first step is to assess the current environment in order to identify system inventory, data structure, and operational requirements within the organization. This will provide a clear understanding of what the desired target state will be and allow the migration to be aligned with the organization's goal. The company will also utilize stakeholder input so they can obtain a complete view of requirements as it collects technical and operational input. Following this assessment, it conducts a workload migration prioritization exercise by defining a roadmap for the deployment of the associated workloads.

ImageSource's approach emphasizes gradual system replacements that do not disrupt existing operations rather than simply removing all systems at once. This is achieved through solid transitional strategies and maintaining continuity between each step during transition. Prior to the end of the migration process, the company transforms and prepares data into the right format for migration(s), transfer said data to a target platform/environment, and perform validation activities to verify accuracy of each piece of data.

Legacy Modernization

The ImageSource Legacy Modernization program provides solutions to older technologies to help organizations both extend the life of the aging infrastructure as well as add new features that can enhance the existing systems. Rather than replacing existing systems entirely with modernization technologies, legacy systems will integrate with modern technologies, extending legacy functionality, while at the same time improving overall performance and usability. Interoperability is an essential component of the legacy modernization solution and is accomplished by utilizing the ILINX platform allowing organizations to continue using their current applications and enhancing them with new capabilities, such as enhanced searching, automation, and analytics. The integration of the legacy and modernized platforms allows organizations to reduce the need for disruptive migrations from one solution to another.

The ILINX cloud framework allows customers to utilize a continuous upgrade model, which will help them keep their systems aligned with technological advancements, thereby minimizing the need for manual intervention. The benefit of continuous upgrade is that new capabilities can be added incrementally over time, and organizations can adapt to the changes in their environment without having to implement a wholesale change to their technology infrastructure.

Terry Sutherland | Co-Founder and CEO

Terry Sutherland is the Co-Founder and CEO of ImageSource, Inc. Terry has led ImageSource to prominent awards and recognition. The company spent three years on the CRN Fast Growth 100 list and has been recognized by Inc. 500 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.

“The ImageSource team is committed to making a difference in the world by giving their time, talents, and ideas to the causes close to their hearts.”