| FAQs |
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| Can access to IntellaPac Pro be restricted for certified users? |
| Yes, each authorized user is assigned a user name and password to access the system. |
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| Can I view any and all documents stored in the IntellaPac Pro database? |
| Yes, IntellaPac Pro provides a capability to store documents and files created
by other software applications with specifications. As with most software
programs, file formats are associated with specific software packages. |
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| How complex is the system to set up? |
| The system is relatively simple to set up with a few hours of training from a
certified IntellaPac Pro application specialist. Actual implementation time will
depend upon how many specifications and related data need to loaded into the
system and how readily available it is. |
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| What background do I need to understand the system? |
| Using the system is simple. Expertise within your area of responsibility is more
important since IntellaPac Pro is designed to help manage your current data in a
more effective manner. We use industry standard templates and language that will
help you to quickly begin navigating through the system. |
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| Does IntellaPac Pro work with any Internet browser? |
| Yes, IntellaPac Pro works with Microsoft Internet Explorer, version 4 or greater. |
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| What computer hardware is needed for the system? |
| Since IntellaPac Pro is a web-enabled, web-accessible server-based application,
a personal computer or Internet accessible workstation is needed to access
IntellaPac Pro. |
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| Can I color proof graphics with this system? |
| IntellaPac pro is not a color proofing system. It is capable of allowing you to
view type, layout and the general look of your graphics. It's an excellent
source for confirming correct delivery of new and current materials. |
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| What resources are available to implement the system? |
| Our team of application specialists can be scheduled to help you with your
project. Complete services from data entry to process development are available
to streamline your implementation. |
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| Can I get data to and from other systems? |
| Yes, IntellaPac pro is designed using industry standard applications. It is ODBC
compliant and uses standard web architecture. The software is capable of
delivering to and/or receiving data from many types of applications including
ERP systems. Based on your specific needs, our team of experienced developers
can create an interface for your system. |
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| Is it customizable? |
| Yes, customization can be made based upon your use and requirements. |
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| Is the system Internet or Intranet capable? |
| Yes, it is server-based, Web-enabled and Web-accessible. Users access the
applications using existing standard Web browsers such as Internet Explorer.
IntellaPac Pro can be implemented on servers operating in the client's computer
environment (Intranet or Extranet) or IntellaPac can offer a hosting service to
operate the system for a client in a safe and secure environment. |
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| What packaging specifications are contained in the system? |
| A number of industry standard packaging templates are available with IntellaPac
Pro. Corrugated, flexible packaging and folding cartons to name a few. Our team
of application specialists will help you determine the applicability of
available templates and help you quickly develop those that may be unique to
your business. |
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| Can I capture the Bill of Materials (BOM)? |
| BOM's can be created multiple ways at multiple levels. It is as easy to create a
BOM at the Unit Load level as it is at the product package level. A BOM can then
be exported as a file that can be used by most software applications. |
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| Who can create or change a specification? |
| The permission to change a specification is determined by assigning specific
capabilities to individual users. Based upon your business requirements,
permission to create and/or change a specification can be granted by your system
administrator. You can establish the rules for users based upon their group,
function and role. |
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| How can I be sure that new or changed specifications are properly reviewed and approved? |
| The specification review and approval process normally involves people in many
parts of the organization. IntellaPac Pro provides a mechanism to support the
review and approval process. |
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| What data formats can be imported into IntellaPac Pro? |
| Data from accounting systems, legacy systems or other applications can be
imported into IntellaPac. Standard input formats are provided during the
implementation process as an aid to data preparation. IntellaPac's developers
can create custom data collection and data handling programs to facilitate data
collection and exchanging data between systems. Other files such as Word
documents, CAD and graphics can be uploaded into IntellaPac Pro easily. |
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| What cost saving can we expect from using IntellaPac Pro? |
| Cost saving can be obtained through the standardization of components,
consolidated purchases, material reductions, more efficient unit load shipping,
bringing sales books into compliance with how product is shipped, reduced time
to market because of increased communication among product development team
members, and reduction of errors in ordering or manufacturing.The time to market
for design of a finished good can be reduced by using IntellaPac Pro's standard
templates, central accessibility, and review and approval functions,. IntellaPac
Pro makes it possible for groups within your organization to collaborate on
specifications and share information from a central source. Time savings from
design to production can be as much as 50% or more.Reviewing specification
components can provide you with decision-making information for combining like
items, eliminating obsolete inventory and improving your materials purchase by
effectively scheduling use. Much of the data currently resides within your
organization. |
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| Can I design a package with this system? |
| No, IntellaPac Pro is not a packaging design application. Rather, it provides a
repository for specifications and related documents from the design stage
through implementation. It supports collaboration and communication among all
parties affected by packaging and packaging decisions. |
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| How does this fit with our ISO program? |
| ISO certification programs usually require defined processes, documentation, and
verification of activities. IntellaPac Pro can help meet those requirements. |
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| What are the technical requirements? |
| SERVER HARDWARE (recommended minimums) **CPU: Pentium 3 **RAM: 1 GB **Disk
Space: 40 GB **(3 Drive/RAID 5 configuration recommended for optimum
performance/reliability)---SERVER SOFTWARE (required) **OS: MS Server 2000 with
IIS **Database: MS SQL Server 2000 **IntellaPac Pro elements **ASP **COM’s
**Stored Procedures **Appropriate Server OS/Database access and usage
licenses---CLIENT PC (required) **MS Internet Explorer browser (v5.0 or higher)
**Internet Access **Appropriate Attachment File viewing software |
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