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title: "Terminology | Resources"
description: "Stay current on digital transformation. Explore definitions and context to understand as you modernize your systems, from acronyms to trends."
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published: "2026-08-04T23:04:11.898Z"
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# Terminology | Resources

## Terminology

Discover all the definitions and context you need as you modernize your systems. From acronyms to trending topics, stay on the cutting edge of digital transformation.

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[Search terminology](/en/resources/resource-center)

## Editor's choice: Terminology

- [Choosing an enterprise content management (ECM) platform: A strategic selection guide](/en/resources/terminology/enterprise-content-management/choosing-ecm) — Learn how to choose an enterprise content management (ECM) platform by evaluating key capabilities for governance, compliance security and AI readiness.
- [Deep dive into RPA and Intelligent Automation](/en/resources/terminology/robotic-process-automation) — With its potential to automate mundane tasks and allow teams to focus on more strategic work, RPA is already a critical component of digital transformation initiatives.
- [What are the benefits of a paperless workplace?](/en/resources/terminology/paperless-office) — By moving away from paper-based processes, organizations can reduce the risk of errors and oversights that come with manual document management and data entry.
- [What is intelligent data capture?](/en/resources/terminology/data-capture/what-is-intelligent-capture) — Unlike traditional data capture methods, intelligent data capture understands the context and meaning of information to better handle unstructured and semi-structured data from multiple sources.

## What is a document management system?

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A modern document management system is more than just a centralized repository. It needs to give immediate access to information, provide critical features like automation capabilities and protect data across the enterprise.

[Learn about modern systems](/en/resources/terminology/document-management)

## What is data capture?

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**Data capture means never manually inputting data again.**

Everything in your intelligent content management strategy begins with it.

Learn what data capture is, how it works and why organizations adopt it and never turn back (even while they continue to evolve it).

[Learn about data capture](/en/resources/terminology/data-capture)

## Further insights

- [24 stats to rethink content management](/en/resources/articles/ai-enabled-work) — A Hyland-commissioned Forrester Consulting study uncovered insights and recommendations for content management decision-makers. Discover the latest in market trends as AI, cloud and intelligent automation gain momentum and effectiveness.
- [Essential AI terms you need to know](/en/resources/articles/ai-terminology-guide) — Discover AI essentials for beginners and experts alike with clear explanations that will empower you to navigate the AI landscape confidently.
- [Generative AI tools in use: Employee expectations](/en/resources/articles/gen-ai-pulse-survey) — Though 95% of survey respondents are already confident using gen AI tools, almost all want more training on the technology.