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InterDyn LANAC News and Events
January 2012
www.lanactech.com | 888.760.8911 | info@lanactech.com |
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Upcoming Webinars |
Date: January 11
Time: 11:30 - 12:00
Where: Webinar
Presented by Lisa Miller
Click here to register
Webinar - Year End Closing
Date: Jan. 18, 2012
Time: 12:00 - 1:00PM
Cost: FREE - but you can purchase a manual for $25 and we will mail it to you.
Presenter: Julie Storey
Click here to register
Directions Webinars
An Inside Look at the New SQL Server 2012 -
Featuring New Database Components
Date: January 19, 2012
Time: 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Webinar
Office 365: Jump Start
This webinar will provide a high-level overview: what is Office 365, benefits of moving to this platform, and the look and feel of these applications
Date: January 31, 2012
Time: 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (CST)
Location: Webinar
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"Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right." ~Oprah Winfrey~ |
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Greetings! | |
Hello,
Happy New Year!
As we head into a new year, we usually reflect back on the past year and make resolutions we vow to keep. As the year wears on, the resolutions are seldom kept and there is always the hope that we will do better next year. The next year comes and we start all over again.
At our Annual Open House that we had on December 1st., we heard over and over from our customers that because of staff changes, turnover, new hires, upgrades, etc. they were not using their system to its full capacity. If this sounds like you, please call us for training. We will come to your office, using your data and help you to set up reports in your system, teach you tips and tricks and help you capitolize on your investment. You don't have to work harder when you are working smarter. This is what what we are here for and maybe this year we can actually help you to keep a resolution that would make a BIG difference.
Convergence 2012!
Join us in Houston, TX this year March 18-21 for Convergence! Every year we host our customers at this premier event and each year we hear more and more positive feedback from the customers who attend. Get in now while early bird pricing is still available and there are still rooms available. InterDyn LANAC will be staying at Hotel Icon which is 1 mile from the Convention Center - when we booked, that was the closest hotel available... so stop dragging your feet and register today. Click here for more information and to register.
Our office will be moving the weekend of February 10th - please be on the lookout for a postcard which will be sent to each customer and business partner with information on our new location. We will announce our new location in next months newsletter and will update our website. We are staying in the loop but our new location is a little more central and will place us closer to many of our downtown customers.
As usual, if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at info@lanactech.com or 312.201.8808.
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Early Registration for Convergence Ends Soon! | 
Early registration ends on January 26, 2012. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to save US$300 off the registration fee! If you register three or more attendees for Convergence® 2012, you will receive a US$100 discount for the third and up to seven subsequent registrants. Attend with us and be sure not to miss the Convergence 2012 Expo, the largest international gathering of Microsoft Dynamics® solution providers, giving you the chance to develop key business connections and build community with peers, industry experts, and Microsoft representatives from around the world. Register nowto receive this special pricing and join us at InterDyn LANAC Technology for this premier Microsoft Dynamics event! HOTELS ARE LIMITED SO PLEASE REGISTER SOON!!!!
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9 Things That Motivate Employees | |
Don't show 'em the money (even if you have it). Here are nine better ways to boost morale.
The ability to motivate employees is one of the greatest skills an entrepreneur can possess. Two years ago, I realized I didn't have this skill. So I hired a CEO who did.
Josh had 12 years in the corporate world, which included running a major department at Comcast. I knew he was seasoned, but I was still skeptical at first. We were going through some tough growing pains, and I thought that a lack of cash would make it extremely difficult to improve the company morale.
I was wrong.
With his help and the help of the great team leaders he put in place, Josh not only rebuilt the culture, but also created a passionate, hard-working team that is as committed to growing and improving the company as I am.
Here are nine things I learned from him:- Be generous with praise. Everyone wants it and it's one of the easiest things to give. Plus, praise from the CEO goes a lot farther than you might think. Praise every improvement that you see your team members make. Once you're comfortable delivering praise one-on-one to an employee, try praising them in front of others.
To read the remaining 8 ways to motivate employees - click here. |
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What's New With Microsoft Dynamics CRM? A YouTube Video by Microsoft | |
 New capabilities for Microsoft Dynamics CRM are delivered twice a year. Building on the great foundation of the 2011 release the November 2011 update is now here. This service update reinforces our commitment to delivering familiar, connected and intelligent experiences to our customers by offering new integrated social collaboration capabilities, as well as unification with Office 365 and new enhancements for enterprises using Microsoft Dynamics CRM in the cloud.
Click here to see the November 2011 Service release -- What's new See all the new features and capabilities this release has to offer |
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New Customer Promotions - "Give Me 5" | |
What is the Offer?
- Five Users for $3000
(Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Microsoft Dynamics SL; Advanced Management or Business Essentials) - Available October 3, 2011 - June 22, 2012
- Standard 1-yr BREP required (@5-user list)
- For new customers not having previously licensed a Microsoft Dynamics ERP product
- Once per customer
For more information on this promotion, please call us today at 312.506.3522. This promotion is only valid for new customers. |
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6 Ways Cloud Computing Will Evolve in 2012 |
Cloud computing will dig even deeper into the enterprise, with hybrid clouds, virtualized clients, and
security standards topping the hot trends.
By Charles Babcock InformationWeek
December 27, 2011 09:45 AM
Cloud computing has become so broadly accepted that it won't rank as an exciting development for 2012. Instead, you will see a more organized, concerted application of resources to further the cloud's use in conjunction with central IT. Let's take a look at the top things we can expect from the cloud over the next year.
1. 2012: Year Of The Hybrid Cloud
The most obvious expression of the trend is the serious interest in private cloud computing, where more of the enterprise data center is given over to virtualized and automated operations, including end-user self service. Why? Because the public cloud, if still not fully trusted, is understood to be a long-term player on the landscape. The movement to internal cloud computing isn't in opposition to the public cloud. Rather, it reflects the growing sense within IT that its own environment will need to be as efficient and compatible as possible.
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Windows 8 Store: 8 Ways It Beats Apple |  Microsoft lifts the curtain on its forthcoming Windows 8 Store in a bid to attract developers to create Metro apps.
By Thomas Claburn InformationWeekDecember 08, 2011 09:30 AM
Microsoft on Tuesday said a public beta of Windows 8 will be released in February 2012 and provided details about its forthcoming Windows 8 Store, the mechanism within Windows 8 by which the company will sell and distribute Windows 8 Metro apps.
Windows 8 is the next version of Microsoft's operating system for personal computers, laptops, and tablets. It brings with it major changes, such as an integrated software store--similar in concept to Apple's Mac App Store--and support for ARM chips. Metro is the name of the new touch-centric user interface in Windows 8. |
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If you have a need for a Controller, CFO or VP of Finance we have a FANTASTIC candidate, previously with one of our customers.
For more information, please contact Dale May, President and CEO of InterDyn LANAC (p) 312-506-3512 or (e) dmay@lanactech.com. |
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Best Practices for Office 2010 |
This article was written by the product team that created 
Outlook 2010 for the best possible reason - our customers asked. Outlook 2010 is designed to be used by a wide audience with many work needs and styles. Although there's no one "right way," there are a few ways of working in the program that we know to be easier than others. We hope that by being aware of the best practices, you will have the best experience possible using Outlook.
This guide represents our advice on how to get the most out of Outlook 2010. However, it is not a comprehensive guide. A few core scenarios are covered to help you leverage Outlook into your information management needs.
To read the rest of this article, click here |
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Microsoft Dynamics User Groups | |
 Are you interested in joining? If so, let us help lead the way. Contact us to get started. For more information on what these groups have to offer you are welcome to visit their websites: GPUG: http://www.gpug.com/ / CRMUG: http://www.crmug.com/ .
Please note need to have a windows live ID to go to the CRMUG website but not for GPUG. |
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Training |
 If you have a new employee to train or if you need to hone up your skills, we have a plethra of training opportunities for you. We will actually come to your office and train on your data for Microsoft Dynamics GP and RMS (Retail Management System) - let us know what you need help with and we'll be sure to tailor the training around your needs. Take a look at our website to see these offerings. With our partnership with Directions Training, the possibilities are endless. If there is something you are iterested in outside of Dynamics GP, contact us for more information.
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Referrals Pay! | |
Can't think of a new customer referral, then how about a quick quote for our website?
As a thank you for your referrals, we offer compensation for each closed sale!
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Learning Plans for Microsoft Dynamics |
 Help your employees focus on specific goals and access the training they need to gain in depth product knowledge and obtain certifications!
Learning plans are a great tool to help your employees get trained on Microsoft Dynamics and related products. Training on Microsoft Dynamics is available in many formats to fit your needs - E-Learning, self-study training materials and instructor-led training - and certification exams for Microsoft Dynamics are available to validate your expertise. The learning plans outline every training and certification option available so your employees can choose the training that's right for them. By becoming trained and certified in various disciplines, you and your employees can document your knowledge on Microsoft Dynamics products and unlock the full potential of your Microsoft Dynamics solution adding value and increased productivity to your business.
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Customer Source |
Customer Source is one of the primary features of the Business Ready Enhancement Plan and hosts valuable resources for you, including training, self-support resources, product information, downloads and more.
View this tour of CustomerSource to learn how you can be more productive with your Microsoft Dynamics solution by accessing the benefits of your service plan. Access hundreds of FREE e-courses . You will find e-courses that help with reports, help topics for GP/CRM and much, much more. They range from the beginner to intermediate in expertise level.
Sign up for one of our monthly webinars to acquaint yourself on how to navigate Customer Source. Call Lisa Miller at 312.506.3533 for more information. |
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