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Business Software Tips that will help you to Increase Productivity, Reduce Costs and Increase Market Share and Profits!
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Greetings!
State-of-the-art ERP Business software such as Microsoft Dynamics NAV and CRM, SAP Business ByDesign and Sage Pro ERP, can help your company reduce duplication and costs, and increase productivity, efficiency, management control, customer satisfaction and profits.
Dynamics NAV
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Dynamics CRM | 
Pro ERP |
Melville & Manhattan, NY
Iselin & Saddlebrook, NJ
800-440-4082 www.abcsi.com |
A. B. Computer Systems, Inc.
Commitment To Quality, Service
And Customer Satisfaction
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What do these systems have in common and how do they differ? - All of them are function-rich, flexible, fast and easy to use. A. B. Computer Systems is a Microsoft, SAP, Sage and Intuit partner and is authorized to implement all these products in the United States.
- Each system provides extensive functionality in areas such as: Financial Management, Supply Chain Management, Service Management, Manufacturing, Distribution, Customer Relationship Management, Business Intelligence, Fixed Assets, Project Management, Human Resources Management and E-Commerce.
- Dynamics NAV and CRM, and Business ByDesign are designed for mid-sized companies with approximately 10 to 250 users. Dynamics NAV is an excellent solution for Distribution and Manufacturing companies and SAP Business ByDesign for Professional Services companies. Sage Pro ERP and QB Enterprise will usually meet the requirements of customers who have 3 to 15 users. In order to select the best solution for your company we recommend that you conduct a 'Detailed Requirements and Gap Analysis Study', which is one of the services that we provide to our customers.
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV is server based and can be hosted by cloud service providers. Business ByDesign is a cloud based solution that is hosted by SAP. Sage Pro and QuickBooks Enterprise Solutions (QBES) are server based.
- The extent of the functionality greatly differs from one Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to another. Dynamics NAV, Business ByDesign and Sage Pro have extensive functionality. QBES has basic order entry, inventory and CRM functionality. Detailed information about the functionality of each product can be found on our web site: Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, SAP Business ByDesign, Sage Pro ERP and QB Enterprise.
- Prices differ greatly from one product to another depending on the functionality that each product offers. On-premises server based systems carry a higher up-front cost, while cloud based systems are billed per user per month.
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Business Software Definitions and Tips
Customer Relationship Management (CRM): More and more companies are implementing state-of-the-art cloud based CRM systems that allow them to bolster customer loyalty, reduce duplication and costs, and increase management control and profits. Some of the most important features to look for are: management of leads, contacts, opportunities, territories, quotas and pipelines. Other important features are customer service case management, contracts, and marketing campaign planning. Please visit our web site to learn more about the Dynamics CRM system and to view some demos.
Accounts Receivable: Important functions to consider when selecting a new system are invoice and credit memo entry, easy to use deposit entry and cash application, flexible postings to the General Ledger, credit and collection system, document approval process, ability to attach documents to master files and transactions, full integration with other modules such as sales order entry, flexible payment terms, finance charges, customer specific pricing and discounts, credit card processing, inquiries with the ability to drill down, and good searches and filters.
Document Management Systems: Software applications that help businesses to reduce the mountains of paper they use. It delivers greater business efficiency, increased productivity, improved customer service and lower carbon footprints. Click here for more details about the Zetadocs Document Management system.
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI): Application software that handles the transmission of data between organizations by electronic means. It is used to transfer electronic documents or business data from a computer system of one company (called trading partner) to another. Adhering to standards called transaction sets, EDI replaces paper documents such as purchase orders, invoices and warehouse shipping advices. Click here to learn more about one EDI solution that is integrated with Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
Business Intelligence: Incorporating Business Intelligence into your ERP system will help you improve decision-making by providing your team with tools such as online analytical processing, graphical displays, data mining and business performance management. Forrester Research defines it the following way: "Business Intelligence is a set of methodologies, processes, architectures, and technologies that transform raw data into meaningful and useful information used to enable more effective, strategic, tactical, and operational insights and decision-making." For more information please see the Business Intelligence and Business Analytics brochures on our web site.
Dynamics NAV Tips: From the Sales History inquiry in a sales order, you can use the 'Copy to Document' button to copy the sales lines into the current sales order. The same functionality is also available in purchase order entry.
Function keys that can increase your productivity: F9 to apply entries such as in cash application, Shift+F6 = drill down, Shift+F1 = What is this field?, Shift+F8 = Sort, and Alt+F1 = show and hide the menu window.
Drop Shipment orders can be created at the item line level by checking off the Drop Shipment column. The next step is to 'Get Sales Orders' in the Purchasing Requisition 'Drop Shipment' option. That will allow for the creation of the purchase order that is now linked to the drop-ship sales order.
To link files such as Images, PDFs and Spreadsheets to master files such as customers and vendors or to transactions such as orders or invoices, first click on List (or F5), and then right click and choose 'Links'.
Microsoft Excel Tips: To transpose cells (such as from vertical to horizontal), copy the range of cells, select another cell, press Shift+F10, and then select the Transpose checkbox. Click OK and the cells have been transposed.
Important Excel Shortcut Keys: Ctrl+Arrow: Move to the edge of a region, Ctrl+Page: Move to the next sheet, Shift+F11: Insert a new worksheet, Ctrl+Spacebar: Select columns, Shift+Spacebar: Select rows.
Click here to watch three videos that demonstrate how a good ERP system can help your organization increase productivity and efficiency, reduce duplication and costs and increase customer satisfaction and profits.
Coming up in our next issue: Tips for SAP Business ByDesign, Dynamics GP and CRM, Sage Pro ERP and QB Enterprise.
For more business software tips please join us for one of our 10 NAV Training Seminars, or see us on the Microsoft Events web site for one of our 37 one-hour Webinars.
Partnering with us will help ensure that your business systems meet your requirements, exceed your expectations, and that you achieve great results!
  
Customer Testimonials
"The implementation team from ABCSI provided us with the experience, dedication, and commitment to customer service necessary to effectively meet and manage our considerable software needs" - Para Laboratories, Inc.
"A. B. Computer Systems' expertise, professionalism and high work ethics have provided DCAP Group with the utmost customer satisfaction" - DCAP Group.
"We are very pleased with the services provided by A. B. Computer Systems. They provide us with their strong experience and knowledge, they are very dedicated, are always available to answer our questions, and are committed to meeting our tight deadlines" - Preferred Freezer Services.
"Our company is extremely satisfied with our relationship with A. B. Computer Systems" - Iron Horse Bicycle Company.
"We conducted an extensive search for a local service provider with a great reputation, a provider that has an implementation team that is experienced, knowledgeable, certified and dedicated. We interviewed quite a few service providers and concluded that A. B. Computer Systems was by far the best choice for our company" - Vias Imports, Ltd.
"I would like to thank you for the excellent business software implementation services that your company provided to us" - Skip Hop, Inc.
"The team of consultants were timely and highly knowledgeable, always eager to help and go the extra mile in pointing the IBM team in the right direction. We highly recommend A. B. Computer Systems for any related engagements" - IBM. "A. B. Computer Systems brought our accounting department into the 21st century, while keeping our project on time and under budget. Your staff was professional, courteous, timely and always available to answer questions" - Schonfeld Group.
"Having learned from past mistakes, we conducted a thorough search for a new Microsoft Dynamics NAV service provider. We searched for a local, techno savvy, experienced company with strong leadership and the right attitude. We found all that in A. B. Computer Systems" - Gourmet Guru, Inc.
"We wouldn't have been able to meet the implementation schedule without the dedication of the project manager, the implementation team, and your support" - Benecard, Inc.
About A. B. Computer Systems, Inc.
A. B. Computer Systems is a leading provider of turn-key business management software solutions and related services. With very experienced and knowledgeable certified consultants and software developers, and with a proven implementation methodology, the company helps its customers to increase productivity, efficiency, market share, customer satisfaction, sales and profits. Established in 1989, the New York and New Jersey based company specializes in the implementation of Accounting, Distribution, Manufacturing, Service, CRM and Internet Commerce Software for small and mid-sized companies in the United States, and is committed to Quality, Service and Customer Satisfaction. For more information: Sales Department at 800-440-4082, or info@abcsi.com.
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The One Business Software Webinar You Do Not Want To Miss!
Greetings!
At Your Company:
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Would you like to increase productivity and efficiency?
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Will it be beneficial to have one fully integrated system?
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Are your service levels too low?
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A. B. Computer Systems invites you to join us for a Web
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Receive Six Free White Papers, a $500 Discount Certificate, and Win one
of two copies of Microsoft Office Professional.
All attendees will receive the following Six Free White Papers to help them increase productivity and efficiency:
- Demand Planner
- Mobile Integration
- Intercompany Postings
- Relationship Management
- Dynamics NAV .NET Opportunities
- Supply Chain Management
Every attending company will receive a $500 Discount Certificate for ABCSI Implementation Services.
 Also, you can win one of two copies of Microsoft Office Professional.
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At the 2/21/12 Webinar, representatives from A. B. Computer Systems will discuss the following topics, utilizing the sophisticated, easy-to-use and function-rich Microsoft Dynamics NAV & CRM, SAP Business ByDesign, Sage Pro ERP and Intuit QB Enterprise ERP Business Software: - Features of business software that can bring your company the most benefits.
- Sales and Purchase Order Entry.
- Inventory and Warehouse Management.
- Manufacturing and Capacity Planning.
- Service and Project Management.
- Accounts Receivable and Payable.
- Customer Relationship Management.
- Document Approval and Workflow.
- Business Intelligence.
- Advanced Technologies: Document Management, EDI, Bar-Coding.
- Mobile Smart-phones Integration.
- Automatic Business Notifications.
- Office XML and Basic XBRL.
- Inter-company Postings and Consolidation.
- Automating Tasks using a Job Queue.
- Serial and Lot Number Control.
Learn about the benefits of using state-of-the-art business systems such as: - Increased Productivity and Efficiency
- Improved Customer Service
- Reduced Duplication
- Increased Management Control
- Reduced Costs
- Improved Accuracy and Quality
- Increased Market Share and Profits
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Date: Tuesday, 2/21/12
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Webinar Link: Will be e-mailed to all attendees on 2/17/12.
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