Orchid have development a cost effective Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) solution.

IETM's provide a leading edge alternative to traditional printed technical manuals. Printed technical manuals, particularly those containing P&IDs and schematics, are often criticised for being bulky and awkward (with foldout A1 drawings for example). The cost of printing colour is also still quite expensive and is therefore often overlooked.

IETM's are CD-ROM based and, as such, are small and easily distributable. The fact that they are displayed on screen also means that colour diagrams and photographs can be used readily.

Another major advantage of IETM's is that they can provide various methods for locating the information that the reader requires – contents lists, indexes, word search and interactive diagrams and tables. Locating the information is faster as a result.

Orchid’s IETM solution provides the following features:

• Hyper-links between text, tables and graphics
• Colour text, graphics, diagrams and photographs
• Pan and zoom on true vector graphic (i.e. you can pan and zoom an A1 drawing!)
• Printing (with optional print control messages on print outs)
• Contents List and Index
• Word search
• Additional option navigation methods, e.g. drill down for information on diagram items

Orchid’s IETM solution is far more cost effective that some solutions as per seat licensing is not required for the reader. The IETM only requires Windows and, once delivered, distribution is royalty free.

Typical IETM applications include Water Industry Works Operating Manuals (WOM's), MoD Digital Air Publication (DAP's), Oil and Gas Operating Procedures Manuals and Marine Operations Manuals.

+44 (0) 1763 244007 solutions@orchidinfo.co.uk Orchid will be pleased to advise on the most suitable solution to meet your needs.

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