Straatos Overview
CumulusPro Straatos is a cloud-based platform for Business Process Management (BPM) and Workflow Automation. It allows for quick digital transformation of business processes and content. Users can design, execute, and manage business processes using BPMN 2.0 standards, all within a few days.
Straatos Architecture
Optimized for the Cloud Infrastructure
Straatos BPM is fully optimized for cloud infrastructure, enhancing its accessibility and performance across various locations. Users can access the platform from anywhere with an Internet connection.
Key features include
Security and Reliability:
The platform uses Microsoft Azure’s global network of data centers, which are:
ISO/IEC 27001 certified for maintaining high-security standards.
Compliant with Safe Harbor principles to ensure proper handling of European citizens' personal data.
Scalability:
Leveraging the scalability of Azure, Straatos can support any number of accounts and manage concurrent processes effectively, accommodating growing business needs seamlessly.
Multi- channel Input Infrastructure
Straatos offers a multi-channel input infrastructure that supports a wide array of input methods tailored to modern business needs. These methods include web scan, email attachments, electronic document imports (e.g., e-invoices), mobile capture, and web form scans. This flexibility ensures seamless integration into various stages of business processes.
Export and Integration Capabilities
Support for All Formats:
Straatos can export data in multiple formats including CSV and XML, allowing easy integration with existing back-end systems such as ERP and accounting systems.
Secure iConnector Framework:
This framework securely transfers images and data directly to Line of Business (LOB) applications like Document Management Systems (DMS) or file repositories.
Real-Time Processing Features
Verification of user access.
Retrieval and validation of metadata fields.
Real-time document upload to business systems.
Immediate notifications upon task completion.
Compatibility and Accessibility
The suite of Straatos web and mobile applications is compatible across Windows and Apple OS X devices.
The mobile app supports devices operating on Apple iOS and Android, with a version for Windows to be released soon.
This cross-platform compatibility enhances collaboration among employees, suppliers, and customers using various workstations, smart devices, and scanners.
Web-Scan application
The browser-based scanning application enables distributed capture of documents and can be deployed anywhere with an Internet connection.
Mobile Capture
This mobile capture app is specifically designed to capture document images easily from the mobile device. There is no need to deal with complex configurations and adjustments. Both CumulusPro’s Mobile Document Capture App and SDK works seamlessly with the Straatos BPM platform.
Universal web-based Validation, Quality Control and Approval client
The role-based web application enables users to access their work from anywhere. Depending on their assigned role(s), users can scan, validate information, approve or reject workflow tasks while viewing the relevant document images. Straatos universal web application includes automated validation mechanism that help to ensure quality and accuracy of image and information, supports complex data validation and automated matching for invoice processing.
Social Media chat bots
Straatos integration with Facebook messenger platform enables scripted business conversation through the social media platform and initiates business processes on Straatos. For example a mortgage loan application and guided by the bot, customers can send supporting documents or provide the required information when prompted.
Connect to Any Application on the Cloud
Through cloud automation platform Zapier, Straatos BPM Platform integrates with more than 700 cloud applications.
Design Business Processes with the BPMN 2.0 Process Designer
The Straatos Process Designer is a versatile tool designed for both process-aware professionals and IT specialists. It facilitates the design and execution of business processes ranging from simple to complex. Users can easily create BPMN flows through a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface, enhancing productivity and collaboration.
Key Features of the Process Designer
Interactive Design Tools:
Drag and drop new input channels, work steps, and routing rules within the process flow diagrams.
Role-Based Assignments:
Assign work activities and documents to specific groups, roles, or individual users.
Component Reusability:
Allows for the reuse of components in new processes, improving efficiency.
Accessibility and Usability
Web Browser Access:
All administrative functions, including the Process Designer, are accessible through standard web browsers.
Intuitive Interface:
The interface is attractive and easy to use, reducing the need for expensive training.
Unique Advantages
No Coding Knowledge Required:
Unlike standard BPMN 2.0 designers, the Straatos Process Designer enables any process owner to design and run business processes immediately on the platform without needing coding expertise.
Template Saving:
Users can save templates for designing future processes, adding a layer of convenience and forward-planning capability.
Document Transformation and Data Extraction Technologies
Straatos' automatic document classification engine uses machine learning and AI technologies to identify and categorize documents, such as invoices, based on their content. This system efficiently processes both scanned images and Adobe PDFs. Once classified, documents are swiftly and automatically routed to appropriate processes, repositories, or individuals within the organization, facilitating streamlined operations.
Exception Handling
Straatos BPM streamlines business processes and reduces both costs and manpower by efficiently managing exceptions. For example, if an insurance claim lacks necessary information, rather than requiring an employee to contact the applicant, Straatos automates the process by sending an email with a hyperlink. This allows the applicant to directly input the missing information via a secure, temporary access that does not require setting up a new user account for one-time use.
Automated Notifications to Speed up Processes
Straatos BPM allows for the configuration of business rules and conditions that trigger notifications to specific users or user groups through email, SMS, or chat. This feature enables group supervisors to either send targeted messages to individual team members or broadcast messages to the entire team, facilitating effective communication and prompt action.
Some features may require additional subscription from 3rd party providers.
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