HR Document Scanning Services
Digitize personnel files, payroll records, and medical benefits with high-security scanning built for complex HR operations. We convert paper archives and daily intake into searchable files. Automated extraction delivers structured data directly into OnBase, your HRIS, or existing CRM systems.
The document problems slowing down your HR team
Audit exposure from incomplete files
Manual filing often leads to missing I-9s and payroll records. We centralize your documents into a secure digital archive with automated indexing. This approach guarantees your audit readiness and maintains federal compliance.
Slow employee onboarding
New hires should not wait days for paperwork processing. We digitize new hire files immediately. The data flows directly into your HRIS to let your new employees start their work sooner.
High costs of physical record storage
Maintaining offsite archives for former staff is a massive budget drain. Digitization allows for the certified shredding of paper originals. This process helps you reclaim physical space and reduces long-term storage fees.
GETTING STARTED
How HR scanning projects work
Thirty years of securing sensitive personnel data have shaped this highly efficient and compliant HR document digitization process.
Strategy and scope
We define your specific record types, retention schedules, and HRIS integration needs to build a custom digitization project plan.
Secure transportation
Personnel records are transferred to our certified production hubs using a rigorous, documented chain of custody and tracking.
Preparation and repair
Specialists remove fasteners, repair worn pages, and organize folders to ensure every image is clear for automated processing.
Intelligent capture
High-speed scanners digitize records while PageIQ identifies document types and extracts employee data automatically to eliminate manual entry.
Data validation
Encrypted delivery
Encrypted digital records and validated metadata are delivered directly into your HRIS or OnBase system in the required format.
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Request a project assessment to clarify costs and timelines. We convert paper archives into searchable digital assets, improving HR audit readiness and freeing your staff from manual tasks.
COLLABORATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING
What's included in HR document scanning
A comprehensive digitization framework designed to transition your employee records from filing cabinets to secure digital systems.
Chain of custody and logistics
We manage secure transportation to our SOC 2 Type II facilities. Every personnel folder is tracked from pickup to delivery. This process provides the transparency and security required for sensitive employee data management.
Automated personnel data extraction
PageIQ classifies document types and extracts employee identifiers automatically. This technology removes the need for manual tagging. Your team can retrieve performance reviews, tax forms, or medical files in seconds through your primary system.
Industrial-scale record conversion
Our production centers use high-speed scanners to process thousands of pages daily. We capture high-resolution images of everything. This includes standard personnel files, legacy microfilm, and oversized benefit charts or engineering drawings.
Validated data accuracy
Human data specialists verify extracted information to ensure absolute precision. This manual review catches errors in complex fields. It ensures the records entering your core HRIS or document management platforms are clean and reliable.
Direct HRIS & OnBase integration
We format digital assets for seamless ingestion into platforms like OnBase or your preferred HRIS. Our team handles the field mapping. This ensures records flow directly into your existing digital workflows without friction.
Security that safeguards HR workforce data
Protecting sensitive employee data is a top priority. DataBank’s framework includes SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certifications, active monitoring, and background checks for all staff handling HR records to ensure total protection.
Frequently asked questions
What specific HR records can you digitize?
We digitize every record type essential to Human Resources. This includes active personnel files, I-9 forms, payroll records, and benefit enrollment documents. We also process legacy formats like microfilm. This converts your historical archives into searchable digital assets for the entire People Ops team.
How do you protect sensitive employee information?
Security is built into every step of our process. Our facilities hold SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certifications to guarantee data protection. All staff must pass comprehensive background checks. We use 24/7 monitoring and encryption to safeguard PII at every stage.
Are records subject to complex retention schedules supported?
We strictly follow legal retention requirements and state-specific labor laws during the process. We provide detailed certification for any records eligible for destruction. You can choose to have original documents returned, stored securely, or shredded based on your internal compliance and records management policies.
Can data get delivered directly into the HRIS system?
Absolutely. We provide searchable PDF/A files and structured data exports for seamless integration. We format metadata to match specific fields in Workday, OnBase, or your current HRIS. This allows records to load directly into your employee management system without manual data entry.
Is scanning available for daily incoming HR paperwork?
Yes. Our digital mailroom services handle your daily incoming documents. We scan, index, and route mail to the HR team as it arrives. This workflow eliminates paper backlogs and ensures immediate access to new hire paperwork across all office locations and departments.
How long does a typical HR scanning project take?
Timelines vary based on your document volume and physical condition. We provide a detailed project schedule after we review a sample of your files. We can also process priority batches to ensure you have immediate digital access to critical employee records when needed.
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