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Simplify your paper balloting and survey processes using Custom Pearson Forms and advanced scanning solutions. The transition from traditional Scantron systems to modern TWAIN-compliant scanners like Fujitsu models enables flexible paper handling, including cards and long documents. Utilize TeleForm software for easy design and integration with CSV and Excel exports. While the initial costs for hardware and software can be high, the efficiency gained in data collection and processing justifies the investment. Discover smarter ways to manage your surveys today!
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Scantron - NCS OpScan • Designed to use stock forms printed by NCS Pearson • Consistent, familiar form designs • Pencil read only • Expensive software and proprietary hardware • Form cost • $0.07 stock form • $0.15 custom form (plus one-time layout fee ~$500) • Custom forms require several weeks to print
The Hardware • Any TWAIN-compliant scanner • Fujitsu fi-6140 $1500 • Fujitsu fi-6130 $900 • More compact design • Reads pencil, pen, other markings • LED lamps are durable with long life • Flexible paper handling • Heavy card stock • Credit cards/membership cards • Long documents, up to 10 feet!
The Software - TeleForm • Flexible design • Print forms from any printer! Or… • Works with Pearson stock forms • Barcode recognition • Export data to CSV, Excel, any ODBC compliant database • Outputs image file of every page scanned • Still pricey - $6000 • Requires training to get started
Other options • Scanners for smaller projects • Canon imageFORMULA DR-C130 $475 • HP ScanJet 3000 $320 • Epson WorkForce Pro GT-S50 $375 Note these scanners have lower page per minute speeds and lower duty cycles. • Software • Abbyy FlexiCapture - Pricing based on # of documents • Diamond Vision – Basic workstation scanning, $1950
References, Costs, and Contacts • Fujitsu scanners • fi-6140z - 60ppm black and white, 40ppm color $1500 • fi-6130z – 40ppm black and white, 30ppm color $900 • TeleForm • Digital Documents www.d-docs.com • Steve Knight, knight@d-docs.com, 866-313-3627 • TeleForm workstation license $6000 (after 25% eddiscount) • Software maintenance/support (required first year)- $1200/yr (after 25% eddiscount)