The document evaluates and compares two screencasting software options, Adobe Captivate and Epiance Epiplex500, for capturing and documenting processes. Epiplex has advantages in being easier to start using, having a lower cost, and already being used in parts of the company. However, Captivate has more robust editing capabilities and additional output formats. Overall, the document recommends Epiplex as it meets current needs more simply and is already in use within the company. Captivate may be considered if needs grow and a more full-featured option is required.

1. Screencasting Tools SOFTWARE EVALUATION

2. INTRODUCTION

5. FEATURES

8. COMPARISON

9. So, What’s the Difference?

10. Epiplex Pros vs. Cons Pros Cons Very easy to start using Not as many “bells and whistles” Easy to edit captures Parent company not as large or established Formats to several different outputs Online help not as extensive Lower cost overall Installation somewhat time-consuming Process modeling component Already a standard in parts of company Multi-language support Differentiation between Capture and Developer licenses

11. Captivate Pros vs. Cons Pros Cons Ability to create more interactive online modules (not necessarily system-based) More features means it takes longer to learn how to use it Robust edit capabilities Not as widely utilized in the company Audio editing capabilities More expensive as a whole Significant online support and user community Have experienced some bugs with LMS integration PhotoShop integration with layering Text to speech feature

14. RECOMMENDATION