TOWER Software
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Software development, Enterprise content management |
| Founded | 1985 in Canberra, Australia |
| Fate | Acquired by Hewlett-Packard in 2008 |
| Headquarters | Canberra , Australia |
| Products | TRIM suite (TRIM Captura, TRIM Context) |
Number of employees | Not specified |
TOWER Software was an Australian software development firm established in 1985 in Canberra. The company focused on enterprise content management solutions, with its flagship TRIM suite dedicated to electronic records management.
In 2008, Hewlett-Packard acquired TOWER Software, incorporating it into the HP Software Division.
History
Starting in 1985, TOWER Software initially developed records management applications and evolved into electronic document and records management by launching TRIM Captura in 1998. This was succeeded by TRIM Context in 2002. By 2004, the company had established itself as a provider of enterprise content management systems.
The organization played a key role in shaping industry benchmarks, contributing to Australia's AS4390 standard for records management, which influenced the international ISO 15489 standard. Additionally, it participated in the evaluation of MoReq and the U.S. Department of Defense 5015.2 standards.
In April 2008, Hewlett-Packard's acquisition proposal, valued at roughly US$105 million, was approved by TOWER Software's shareholders. At that point, TOWER Software supported approximately 1,000 clients across 32 countries, primarily serving sectors such as government agencies and regulated industries including healthcare, energy, utilities, banking, and finance.
Following the acquisition, TRIM Context was rebranded as HP TRIM Records Management System, aligning with ISO 15489 requirements. The software also maintains certification under the U.S. Department of Defense’s DoD 5015.2 standard and adheres to AS4390 guidelines.
Recognition and awards
- KMWorld Readers' Choice Award 2006
External links
- HP Software website
- A Strategic Approach to Managing Information from National Archives of Australia
- ARMA International Electronic Records and e-Discovery
See also
- DIRKS, Design and Implementation of Record Keeping Systems
- The National Archives (UK), The National Archives
- Design Criteria Standard for Electronic Records Management Software Applications
- Paperless Office
- Document Management
- Document Imaging