Output Management Tools

Output management tools automate the production, distribution, and management of computer-generated information. Included are printer spoolers, fax servers, output management tools, and applications to manage the dissemination of output. The term output includes not only hardcopy devices such as printers and fax machines, but also other destinations such as pagers, email, and Web pages. This category does not include workflow applications or packaged online viewing applications for specific vertical industries. The following are representative vendors and products in this market:

• Captaris Inc.
• Computer Associates (DISPATCH)
• HP (OpenView Output Server
• IBM (InfoPrint Manager)