Thursday, April 24, 2008

What does eSign AnywhereTM mean?

eSign Anywhere is Interlink Electronics powerful esignature platform that offers individuals the security and flexibility of signing important documents electronically. Developed from the strengths of the ePad™ Family of signature capture devices, eSign Anywhere redefines what it means to put pen to paper. Comprehensive desktop and server-based esignature solutions provide tremendous benefits of legally-binding handwritten and click-through esignatures, robust security, as well as mobile options. Be safe, save time, and go green while esigning anywhere.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

What is an electronic signature?

Traditionally, we sign paper documents to ceremonially indicate consent, indicate the “who, why, and when” surrounding a written transaction or agreement, or execute a legally binding contract. As these activities become electronic, the procedure for“signing” them must naturally become electronic as well.

An “electronic signature” under UETA (Uniform Electronic Transaction Act) and ESIGN (Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act) is an “electronic sound, symbol, or process attached to or logically associated with a record and executed or adopted by a person with the intent to sign the record.” (UETA § 2[8]; ESIGN § 106). Included within this definition are traditional ink signatures, typed names, or a click-through on a software program’s dialog box combined with some other identification process, including biometric measurements (such as a retinal scan or thumbprint), a digitized picture of a handwritten signature, or a complex, encrypted authentication system.

Learn more about electronic signatures here.