IRIS (Canon Group) — OCR and Document Capture
IRIS provides OCR, document capture, and PDF management solutions as part of Canon Group since 2013, serving enterprises with document digitization technologies.
Overview
IRIS (Image Recognition Integrated Systems) specializes in OCR and document capture technologies, operating as part of Canon Group since its 2013 acquisition. Founded in 1987 in Belgium, the company developed document recognition software that Canon integrates into both standalone products and embedded hardware solutions.
The company focuses on converting paper documents to digital formats through advanced OCR technology supporting 130+ languages. IRIS solutions are deployed across legal, healthcare, government, finance, and education sectors, with particular strength in forms processing and digital mailroom implementations.
IRIS operates primarily through Canon's distribution channels, leveraging Canon's imaging hardware ecosystem to deliver integrated document workflow solutions. The company's technology stack includes desktop software, server solutions, and mobile applications for comprehensive document processing needs.
Key Features
- Multi-language OCR: Recognition capabilities for 130+ languages with up to 99.8% accuracy
- Canon Hardware Integration: Embedded solutions for Canon multi-function devices
- Mobile Document Capture: iOS and Android applications for field scanning
- Hyper-compression Technology: Optimized file size reduction for digital storage
- Handwriting Recognition (ICR): Processing of handwritten forms and documents
- Barcode and OMR Processing: Automated recognition of barcodes and optical marks
- Watched Folder Automation: Unattended batch processing capabilities
Use Cases
Digital Mailroom Implementation
Organizations deploy IRIS solutions integrated with Canon scanning hardware to automate incoming mail processing. The system captures documents, extracts sender information and routing data through OCR, and automatically classifies mail types for digital distribution to appropriate recipients.
Government Forms Processing
Agencies implement IRIS technology for processing structured forms including applications and registrations. The solution handles typed, handwritten, and checkbox data extraction with validation rules, exporting results to government databases while flagging exceptions for manual review.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| OCR Accuracy | Up to 99.8% for high-quality documents |
| Language Support | 130+ languages |
| Document Formats | PDF, DOCX, XLSX, JPEG, PNG, TIFF |
| Recognition Types | OCR, ICR, OMR, BCR |
| Scanner Support | TWAIN, ISIS, WIA drivers |
| Mobile Platforms | iOS and Android |
| Integration | APIs for ECM/ERP systems |
| Deployment | Desktop, server, embedded, cloud |
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Company Information
Rue du bosquet 10
1435 Mont-Saint-Guibert, Belgium
Web: https://iriscorporate.com
Email: contact@iriscorporate.com
Tel: +32 10 45 13 64