Papyrus WebArchive Modernization Guide

Papyrus WebArchive is used to archive and retrieve print output. It captures output streams, indexes them, and makes them accessible through a web interface or API.

WebArchive supports output formats including PDF, TIFF, GIF, and AFP. This allows for archiving a wide range of document types.

Users can access archived output through a standard web browser or programmatically via an XML interface. The web interface provides search and viewing capabilities, while the XML interface allows for integration with other applications.

The main system components include the Capture Engine, Indexing Service, Storage Manager, Web Server, and XML API. The Capture Engine intercepts print streams, the Indexing Service creates searchable indexes, the Storage Manager handles data storage, the Web Server serves the user interface, and the XML API provides programmatic access.

Papyrus WebArchive exposes an XML API for programmatic access. This API allows external applications to search, retrieve, and manage archived output.

The system uses a relational database such as DB2 or Oracle for storing metadata and indexes. The actual archived output is typically stored on disk or in a content management system.

By archiving print output, organizations can reduce paper consumption, improve compliance with regulatory requirements, and provide faster access to information. This leads to cost savings and increased efficiency.

The XML API allows for integration with other enterprise systems such as ERP, CRM, and ECM platforms. This enables seamless access to archived output from within these applications.

Papyrus WebArchive supports authentication methods including LDAP, Active Directory, and SAML. This allows for integration with existing identity management systems.

The system uses role-based access control (RBAC) to manage user permissions. Users are assigned roles, and each role has specific permissions to access archived output.

Data is encrypted both in transit and at rest. SSL/TLS is used for communication, and AES encryption is used for data stored on disk.

Papyrus WebArchive provides audit logging capabilities. All user actions, including logins, searches, and document access, are logged and can be reviewed for security purposes.

The system provides a web-based administration console for managing users, configuring settings, and monitoring system performance. A command-line interface (CLI) is also available for advanced administration tasks.

User management is handled through the administration console. Administrators can create, modify, and delete user accounts, as well as assign roles and permissions.

Papyrus WebArchive provides comprehensive monitoring and logging capabilities. System administrators can monitor system performance, track user activity, and troubleshoot issues using the administration console and log files.