This document discusses considerations for scanning and digitizing paper documents. It notes that 90% of business information exists on paper and the volume is growing rapidly. Documents are often lost or misfiled, costing time and money. A digital document management system can solve these problems by scanning documents into a searchable electronic format. The document outlines various scanning options like full or partial backfile conversion, indexing processes, and typical applications that are good candidates for digitization like accounts payable or medical records. It also addresses challenges that may arise during conversion from old legacy systems to new digital formats.