Securely Share Data Through Messaging Apps with DirectFax
ETHERFAX’s DirectFax integration allows users to exchange business-critical documents utilizing Microsoft Teams and Slack without changing existing workflows.
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Organizations increasingly rely on collaboration apps such as Microsoft Teams and Slack. Yet, traditional fax systems require separate workflows, leading to inefficiencies and security vulnerabilities.
To keep employees engaged and productive, it’s imperative to reduce app switching – which often leads to app fatigue and redundant documentation. With ETHERFAX’s DirectFax integration, users can leverage the collaborative features within Microsoft Teams and Slack without having to change their existing workflows.
ETHERFAX DirectFax Messenger integrates secure document exchange capabilities directly into Teams and Slack. This solution allows users to send, receive, and view documents within their existing collaboration platforms, eliminating the need for separate fax servers and enhancing workflow efficiency. The service operates in a secure, HIPAA-compliant environment, ensuring data protection and compliance.
Key Features
- Seamless Integration Directly integrates with Microsoft Teams and Slack.
- Secure Document Handling Ensures HIPAA and SOC 2 compliance.
- Enhanced Workflow Efficiency Reduces app switching and consolidates communication.
- User-Friendly Easy drag-and-drop functionality for sending documents.
- High-Resolution Transmission Supports high-quality color document exchange.
Solutions for Your Biggest Messaging Challenges
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Secure Patient Data Sharing
SCENARIO Healthcare providers send patient records and lab results via DirectFax using Slack or Microsoft Teams.
BENEFIT Maintains data security and compliance while integrating with existing communication tools.
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Team Collaboration
SCENARIO Care teams exchange critical patient information and documents within their messaging apps.
BENEFIT Enhances communication efficiency and ensures all team members have access to up-to-date information.
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Administrative Coordination
SCENARIO Administrative staff handle billing, insurance claims, and compliance documents using Microsoft Teams or Slack.
BENEFIT Reduces the need for multiple platforms and consolidates workflow processes.
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Regulatory Compliance
SCENARIO Compliance officers send and receive sensitive documents securely within their existing collaboration tools.
BENEFIT Ensures adherence to HIPAA and other regulatory requirements while simplifying document management.
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Improved Workflow Integration
SCENARIO Integrates fax capabilities into daily communication tools already used for document exchange.
BENEFIT Reduces time spent switching between applications, improving productivity.
Enhance Productivity and Streamline Operations
ETHERFAX Remote Integration Service (ERIS™)
ERIS leverages ETHERFAX’s secure and efficient document exchange capabilities to seamlessly integrate with popular collaboration platforms. This integration allows users to easily share and manage documents within their existing workflows, reducing manual data entry and minimizing the risk of errors. By automating document handling and enhancing communication between team members, ERIS helps organizations achieve faster decision-making and smoother operational processes.
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Developer APIs
By leveraging ETHERFAX’s APIs, organizations can seamlessly integrate secure document exchange capabilities into their existing collaboration tools. This integration allows for real-time, efficient communication and document sharing without disrupting workflows. It eliminates the need for manual data entry and reduces the potential for errors, ultimately boosting operational efficiency and productivity.
Customer testimonials
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ETHERFAX is a company that has integrity, which is what we look for a in a partner. They are made up of some of the best minds in the secure document transport industry, helping us to provide a better fax solution for our customers.
Louie Foster, Director of Product Management at Integra LTC Solutions
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Email faxing has been particularly helpful for our remote teams during the pandemic and beyond. Best of all, ETHERFAX provides this capability at no extra cost. It’s an awesome tool.
Jason Velez, Systems Engineer at Kforce
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Integrating the ETHERFAX API with our healthcare application was extremely easy. The toolkit is far more advanced and provides more flexibility than any other API offered in the industry. This enables our clients to process claims and billing transactions much faster, streamlining communication between insurers, hospitals, and medical groups.
Aaron Goodale, President at Goodale Systems
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