The Paperless Solution

About this technology

Overview

Led by Dr. Barry E. Jacobs, researchers from Goddard, in partnership with REI Systems Inc. of Annandale, Virginia, developed a software solution that uses the Internet to eliminate the paperwork typically required to document and manage complex business processes. The data management solution, called Electronic Handbooks (EHBs), is presently used for the entire SBIR program processes at NASA. The EHB-based system is ideal for programs and projects whose users are geographically distributed and are involved in complex management processes and procedures. EHBs provide flexible access control and increased communications while maintaining security for systems of all sizes. REI also offers the Database Genie, referred to as the DbGenie. It is a middleware solution that simplifies the creation of web database applications, such as EHBs.