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Reduce paper use. With digital documents and files, a business can reduce the amount of paper it needs. For a business with the goal of going paperless, document scanning systems are a step in the right direction, helping to improve paper-based efficiencies. Avoid courier services. An often overlooked aspect of the paper trail is the vans that are taking it from one place to another. Using electronic means to store, access and send files enables a business to eliminate the vehicles used to transport those files - thus reducing its carbon footprint. Save on space. A reduced number of paper files means a reduced need for rooms and cabinets to house paper files. And when a business is able to conserve space through document imaging, it can subsequently reduce the heating and lighting costs associated with more space. Work from home. With digital document scanning services, businesses are afforded more freedom to allow employees to work remotely, as files can be accessed remotely. Allowing employees to work from home - even on a temporary basis - decreases the amount of space needed to house employees. Plus, employees will be cutting their individual carbon footprints by not driving to work.