E-forms benefit the organization collecting the information by saving time and money:

• No more manual typing of information into a database
• No more duplicate entry of data
• Accurate data entry - no errors in entering information

Those filling out e-forms enjoy the convenience of downloading forms twenty four hours a day without having to wait for a form to arrive in the mail or travel somewhere to pick it up. Submitting electronic forms is just as easy. No more envelopes, stamps, last minute trips to the Post Office, or hand deliveries. Electronic forms can be submitted directly over the Internet or emailed to multiple recipients at once. Additional benefits to end user include:

• Information is legible
• You can save a copy of the form without need of carbon paper or a photocopier
• Forms can be edited without resorting to white out or correction tape
• Word processing features assist in filling out the form (spell check, cut, paste, etc.)
• Apply Profile saves time in filling out forms
• Help browsers and bubble tips provide immediate assistance
• Expired forms can be caught before they are submitted and rejected

The obstacles to widespread use of electronic forms have been addressed by Formatta’s products. Formatta addresses the areas of:

• Cost – Formatta forms are freely distributable and Formatta Filler is free and fully functional
• Signatures – Formatta supports digital signatures and remote signing capabilities
• Security – Formatta uses native 128 encryption and allows forms to be locked
• Legally binding – Formatta forms and data are stored together, making them non-reputable