Xplor International, also known as Xplor^® and as The Electronic Document Systems Association^®, is the worldwide association, of users and suppliers of the products and services that create, modify, and deliver customized information using a variety of document technologies. Incorporated in 1981 as a not-for-profit association, it is worldwide network of regions and chapters are directed, organized, and governed by its members.

Xplor International represents thousands of professionals in over 35 countries. Our members engage in the design, production, and distribution of variable data documents, ranging from high volumes of statements, bills, insurance policies, and personalized direct mail to very customized marketing materials.

Xplor^® is the community of choice for education, information sharing and networking that continually strives to meet the needs of our members and to provide leadership to the evolution of the document systems industry.

• Education in the technologies, business processes, and legal responsibilities related to the creation, customization, production, and delivery of electronic and paper documents
• Networking opportunities to encourage information sharing and informal problem solving
• Forums in which technology users and suppliers can exchange ideas and solutions to promote best practices in the industry

For 29 years, Xplor^® has provided educational programs throughout the world with industry events and its network of regions and chapters. Xplor programming is highly regarded as the best at providing current information on technology and business solutions with expert faculty presenting classes, case studies, workshops, and best practice forums.

In 2006, the Xplor Document University (XDU) was introduced as the educational arm of Xplor International to broaden its programming by providing relevant educational content and information to the industry using a variety of media and delivery vehicles including: conferences, seminars, podcasts, video and web.

The mission of the Xplor Document University is to provide education and information to its members and the industry when, where, and how they chose to access.

In 2008 Kodak became the founding sponsor of the Xplor Document University, providing funding to continue the growth and scope of Xplor’s educational vision.