DocuWare vs Microsoft SharePoint

Google Drive

Google Workspace

OneDrive

Google Drive is a cloud storage and backup platform to access files, docs, photos & more, store them in a safe place, and collaborate with other people

Google Workspace is a suite of applications from Google which offers a number of tools to communicate and collaborate with colleagues, store files, and manage data from all devices.

OneDrive is a secure access, sharing, and file storage solution which enables users to store and share photos, videos, documents, and more at anytime, via any device.

DocuWare digitizes and secures your documents to flow effortlessly between your colleagues — anywhere, any device, any time.

Access Controls/Permissions

Activity Tracking

Alerts/Notifications

Approval Process Control

Archiving & Retention

Asset Lifecycle Management

Audit Trail

Authentication

Business Process Automation

Collaboration Tools

Commenting/Notes

Compliance Management

Compliance Tracking

Configurable Workflow

Content Management

Content Publishing Options

Customizable Forms

Customizable Templates

Data Capture and Transfer

Data Import/Export

Data Security

Digital Asset Management

Digital Signature

Document Automation

Document Capture

Document Classification

Document Generation

Document Management

Document Review

Document Storage

Document Templates

Drag & Drop

Electronic Forms

Electronic Signature

Email Management

File Conversion

File Management

File Recovery

File Sharing

File Transfer

Filtering

Forms Automation

Forms Creation & Design

Forms Management

Full Text Search

Graphical Workflow Editor

Indexing

Information Governance

Metadata Management

Mobile Access

Multi-Language

Offline Access

Optical Character Recognition

Process Modeling & Designing

Process/Workflow Automation

Real-Time Data

Role-Based Permissions

Rules-Based Workflow

Search/Filter

Secure Data Storage

Single Sign On

SSL Security

Tagging

Task Management

Template Management

Third-Party Integrations

Version Control

Web Forms

Workflow Configuration

Workflow Management

DocuWare

Web-based

Windows

Android

Linux

iPhone

iPad

Laserfiche

Microsoft SharePoint

OnBase

Google Docs

M-Files

DocuWare Cloud

Associate

It has enabled them to fill in vendor, date and amount fields accurately and cut down error in the Month end closings.

Director of Benefits

By leveraging DocuWare, I've been able to digitize and automate my department's workflows, resulting in optimized resource allocation, increased efficiency, and enhanced employee service.

Customer Services Manager

The software allows us to automate complex tasks and reduces manual data entry.

Content Creator

I love that I can manage my documents, share files and the learning curve is very easy.

Registered Behavior Technician

I don't like that some features require separate downloads, and integration with other platforms can be challenging.

Owner

I’ve never had to contact customer support or had a negative experience using Docuware and either have any professionals I’ve sent a document to via Docusign

AP Analyst

If I need to search a document I have to enter the exact first letters or numbers otherwise it won’t come up.

Controller

Docuware does have a learning curve for those of us who do not use it on a daily basis.  

Sr. Post Producer

It makes it super approachable to scan a bunch of documents and find the specific information I'm looking for quickly.

Assistant

Searching for documents is a breeze thanks to the advanced OCR and indexing capabilities.

System Administrator

After capture, DocuWare creates a well-organized system that can transport images, data, communications and information in a dance of workflows that seamlessly connect and integrate with existing and future systems.

DocuWare is reliable tool that enhances documents management.

Docuware is definitely one of the more easy sign applications to use especially for a beginner to sign

IT Manager

We use Docuware for customer information and order management.  

It's an indispensable tool for any organization looking to modernize their document management practices.

Owner and Lead Photographer

DocuWare has a diversity of eSignature and document storage solutions.

The digitization of the approval workflow and the accessibility of stored documents make this digital document management system the best.

Overall I love using this software as it is really making my life easy.  

Sales rep

Dir, Audit and Compliance

Its a great centralized document repository that's multifunctional.

It is an excellent platform for document management, easy to learn and configure

Easy to find my documents, keep hundreds of documents and it is so easy to work with filters

GED 

Efficiency and productivity increased significantly thanks to the automated workflow and document management features of this platform.

Office Manager

I like DocuWare's ability to efficiently scan and store all of our important documents has allowed us to streamline processes and reduce paper usage.

Docuware is intuitive, but still takes some time to learn.  

Chief Information Technology

Something I like about Docuware, its interface, its dashboard is simple but functional, I like how it displays all the documents in a single view, it is quite organized to handle large amounts of documents.

Project Manager

It is the best software for document management, it is very good at keeping our documents digitally secure, it is very good at exchanging documents between colleagues, it is a very fast system, it is easy to navigate and it keeps document management smooth.

Helper

The development of an interface between docuwar and our inventory and sales system took too long.

Facility Management Coordinator

I found it easy to use although it did feel dated.

What I like about Docuware is that they are creating a strong community, they offer webinars every month, they are very helpful since they are always innovating and teaching new techniques and processes for the effective use of Docuwere.

Executive Operations Manager

To have all documents in one source correctly filed, organized and available to the team

Financial Manager

The power of the documentation search algorithm mixed with artificial intelligence is brutal.

Director of Accounting

Administrative Assistant

I have slowly taught myself how to navigate the program but I believe a lot of people are scared to use it because it can be confusing to learn how to navigate.

The intelligent search function makes it easy for us to quickly find any file, which saves us valuable time in our daily routine.

Risk and compliance specialist

The softwares is a good tool for big teamworks and documents

In addition, integration with other systems, such as ERP and CRM, has improved interdepartmental communication and information management.

It's a tool that simplify the document work

Real Estate

Its a basic digital signature software that does what it needs to

What I liked the most about this amazing platform is the way it has completely simplified my professional life.

Now I am thinking of changing it but I am worried about the time it will probably take.

At that time the support was not much (in 1999)

The thing I like the least with Docuware is learning how to use the program.

Senior Data Engineer

It has helped us to streamline our workflow and save time and resources.

Business Consultant

It has an option of being server or cloud based and the users have a webclient interface that is compatible with all modern browsers

DocuWare is an incredibly efficient and user-friendly document management system.

Facilities Manager

When typing in search fields, the appropriate selection will eventually appear in a dropdown menu, and must be selected.   If you type the search criteria with an exact match and press enter, you will not find what you are looking for unless you have also entered a wildcard search(*).

IT Administrator

Ours is on premise and security is key along with the ability to track/cross reference with Dynamics CRM

Accountant 

Enables ease go search and display documents and files.

Ease of Use

Document Search

User Interface

Workflow Automation

Customer Support

Team Collaboration

Data Recognition

Document Scanning

Customer Information Management

Large Enterprises

Small Business

Mid-size Business

Google Docs is an online word processor that lets businesses create and format text documents and collaborate with team members in real time.

Programmer 

I entered a ticket 4 months ago about a feature not working in our environment, and the customer reps have been routing my ticket here and there without providing any insights why the feature did not work while all the configuration has been done.

SharePoint is a collaboration & content management platform which can be used to build portals, collaboration sites, & also content management sites

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