JDF: A Guide for Managers—Table of Contents

Introduction to JDF
    What is JDF?
    What does JDF do?
    Who owns JDF? Can I buy it?
    Who is using JDF? Is it for everyone?
    Where did JDF come from and is it
       here to stay?

An Indepth Look at JDF
    How are JDF and CIM/IA related?
    Is this a mature technology? Should I wait
       for refinement?
    Do I need JDF to automate my workflow?
    What does JDF cost?
    Where’s the benefit? What’s my ROI?
    Is JDF a one-time investment, or something
       I need to upgrade frequently?
    Does a JDF workflow require dedicated staff
       or maintenance?
    Is there a shortcut to a JDF workflow?
    Can I build a partial JDF workflow?
    What if I choose to ignore this technology?
    How do I approach change management in
       my organization?

Resources and Further Information

    Executive Summary
    JDF-Specific Resources / Industry
       Organizations
    Corporate Sponsors
    About the JDF Education Initiative


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