Depending on where your business is located, will determine what people call a digital signature. In European countries, this type of signature is referred to as an EU qualified signature, or simply shortened to EU qualified. The main thing to remember is that, regardless of the name used, they are the same thing. The primary difference is an EU qualified signature is recognized by the EU as a trusted source issued by an approved certificate authority.
Reduce Paper Based Processes by Using a Digital Signature
Paper based processes, proposal bids, purchase orders, purchase requisitions, time cards, and other items can be converted into electronic formats. However, in order to ensure that the documents can be authenticated, you will want to use a digital signature. This type of signature allows these items to be signed electronically. The signature is encrypted, once applied, and prevents others from tampering with the document.