TECHNOLOGY - Feb. 2, 1993

FileNet Deal: In a further transition from hardware to software, FileNet Corp. has agreed to adapt its document processing software to run on Hewlett-Packard Co.’s computer workstations.

The Costa Mesa company said it will adapt its WorkFlo software, which automates paperwork by enabling workers to manipulate documents on a computer screen, to Hewlett-Packard’s PA-RISC-based HP 3000 and HP 9000 computers.

FileNet is responding to changes in the computer industry favoring “open systems,” or hardware that can run a wide variety of software. Hence, it is shifting its emphasis from selling proprietary hardware to selling software to run on machines manufactured by other companies.

Last year, FileNet said it would adapt its software to IBM machines. That software is expected to be available on Hewlett-Packard machines by year’s end.