Breakfast is served in the Ballroom Foyer.

Sage Accpac CRM Out of the Box - Steven Vogel, WAC Consulting

Conference Room: Autumn      

In this demonstration, you will see how easy it is to navigate and use the powerful Sage CRM features designed to help you manage relationship and your customers and prospects. This demo also includes a discussion of management tools, customization and reporting. 

Bridging the Gap between your Sales Team and your Accounting Department - John Guglielmo, Integral Computer Services

Conference Room: Harvester

As the commoditization of products across many industries becomes the rule, the strategic nature of your services provide the core of your competitive advantage - for many organization this involves offerings from multiple suppliers, service, and job/projects. The creation of quotations to support this is typically time consuming, and inconsistent -- but vital. This is compounded even further when quotes are converted to orders.

Take the time to discuss approaches and techniques appropriate to your business and review with us applications designed specifically for small and medium sized organizations to streamline the sales quotation process and fully integrate to your accounting system.

The Ultimate Point of Sale- How to add 25 to 95% to Your Bottom Line - Daryl Anderson

Conference Room: Garrison/Fremont 

Our session will demonstrate how UPOS (The Ultimate Point of Sale) can add 25 - 95% to your business bottom line. We will explore the Five Keys to customer loyalty and retention. Additionally, attendees will see how UPOS expedites the sales checkout process along with its seamless Sage Pro ERP integration for inventory and accounting updates. Attendees will also learn how UPOS can be used as a tool to determine staffing needs and how it can help eliminate cash drawer balance inaccuracies.

VoIP ( Voice over Internet Protocol) and Outlook Integration - Alex Beletsky, Sentri

Conference Room: Captain's Room

Embed IP PBX call controls and other management features in the same Outlook desktop environment your workers use to send and retrieve emails.

Users also get real-time presence management status settings and advanced features such as Contact and Journal screen pops to elevate efficiency, availability and productivity. To learn more about these benefits and the Vonexus VoIP and Outlook integration solution please join us for a presentation hosted by Sentri.

Sage Pro ERP 7.4 - Janet Garwood, Sage Software

Conference Room: Autumn

Accounting is a function that not only manages your money, but also every aspect of your business. Give yourself a strong competitive advantage with an end-to-end customizable and flexible accounting solution. Real-time processing makes business information, from Sales to Receivables and Payables to Inventory, available where and when it is needed. This session will cover the extensive features and benefits of Sage Pro ERP, as well as the upcoming new release.

Unified Threat Management - Protect Your Online Assets Around the Clock - Steve Neugarten, Sonicwall

Conference Room: Harvester

A leader in the rapidly growing Unified Threat Management category, SonicWALL's UTM solution features high-performance, solid-state firewalls and VPN appliances with value-added security subscriptions such as anti-virus, intrusion prevention and anti-spyware, for wired and wireless networks of all sizes. This session will present a number of award-winning solutions that help companies stay ahead of threat to their corporate online assets.  
 

Sage Pro ERP Manufacturing, David Lahey, Sage Software

Conference Room: Autumn      

Sage Pro ERP Manufacturing offers powerful tools to improve efficiencies within manufacturing process. Designed to automate input measurements and calculate production outputs, Sage Pro ERP Manufacturing delivers the accuracy required to achieve the quick-turn adjustments so critical to staying ahead of your competitors and growing profit margins.

Sage Pro ERP Manufacturing can synchronize manufacturing with purchasing, sales and receivables, and put your business on the road to continuous improvements.

Don't Let our Sage Pro ERP System Exist in a Vacuum - Mike Nolan, PC Helper

Conference Room: Harvester

Mike Nolan discusses the automated and semi-automated communication between Sage Pro ERP accounting system and the outside world. The ability to pass data to and from a conventional accounting system has been greatly enhanced by technological advances in the last 6 years, and has led to increased expectations in the market place.  In this session we will look at both obtaining information from outside sources and presenting information to select outside users, with particular emphasis on automation and security. Five separate examples each from a different realm of functionality are included, ranging from the use of readily available web services such as FedEx to a fully distributed true client/server application using o exotic tools or software.

RedTail Solutions: The ONE Solution for Outsourced EDI and Global Data Synchronization - Redtail  Solutions, Tom Hatton

Conference Room: Garrison/Fremont 

RedTail Solutions in an outsource EDI and GDS services provider that enables suppliers to compete at the highest level in today's global supply chain by providing a 'software-as-a-service' (Saas) platform for advanced b2b collaboration.

Reduce EDI overhead dramatically with seamless  integration to the  Sage Pro ERP system using RedTail's outsourced, on-demand EDI solution. RedTail enables suppliers to save 50% or more with state-of-the-art capacity to handle all of your EDI transactions, including advanced ship notices, UCC-128 labels and ship scheduled for your remote warehouse.

A Uniquely Integrated Customer Relationship Management Package that's easy to use and ties directly in with your Accounting System - Rod Lewis, Data Developers Plus

Conference Room: Captain's Room

Good customer relationships are at the heart of business success. CRM (Customer Relationship Management) is the key to building the long-lasting relationships that will bring your business the success that it deserves! Data Developers Plus, the creator of Riata CRM, has a unique integration between their CRM software and multiple accounting systems.

There is a real-time link between Riata CRM and Sage Pro ERP and older versions of Accpac Pro Series. The two programs work together seamlessly so you have all the information you need in one place. Don't waste your time fumbling through a file cabinet, rolodex or multiple computer programs that don't provide much useful or concise information.

Riata CRM relieves the stress of tracking and organizing customer information by putting everything you need at your fingertips, saving your company time and giving your customers the excellent service they deserve. We know that what you get out of a CRM systems will only be as good as the data that you collect and track. That's why we have made Riata CRM the easiest to use CRM system on the market today! Come see why!

Sage Accpac Warehouse Management System, Dane Karcher, Source Consulting

Conference Room: Autumn      

Sage Accpac WMS automates your inventory-handling and order-fulfillment processes, and help you better manage your supply chain. It works as part of a complete distribution system by interfacing with radio-frequency hardware, bar code technology, shipping systems, and other warehouse automation equipment.

Sage Accpac WMS significantly improves allocation of resources within your warehouse. Its three editions address the accuracy, efficiency and improved customer service needs of an organization. As your business grows, you can easily move from one edition to a more complex one.

Abra HR Software - Effectively Manage your Human Resources -  Mark Dresser, Dresser Associates

Conference Room: Harvester

Part of the industry-leading Sage Abra HRMS, Abra HR is a powerful tool for managing critical employee information. Ideal for businesses of any size, Abra HR helps you manage your company's benefits programs with comprehensive benefits administration tools.

Manage information based on your company's unique structure and needs. With its easy-to-use, XP interface, Abra HR provides a comprehensive, fully integrated system that streamlines administrative workflow, giving you more time to address strategic business issues.

Abra HR features:

• Full integration for quick access to key data
• Powerful reporting tools help with government compliance and strategic planning
• Simplify benefits administration
• Manage employee training, certification and health history
• Accurate analysis of salary administration
• Maintain maximum security of sensitive data

The Solution for Make-to-Order and Engineer-to-Order Manufacturing - Don Smith, WAC Consulting, and Antonia Spitzer, COSS Systems

Conference Room: Garrison/Fremont 

COSS Manufacturing software provides a broad range of functionality, including but in no way limited to: estimating, quoting, work order generation, job tracking, scheduling and costing, inventory control, wireless access, time and attendance and data collection. From the job shop floor, to the warehouse, to the front office, COSS Manufacturing software users can access manufacturing and financial information in real-time and present it via hundreds of comprehensive software reports.

COSS Manufacturing software is ideally suited for a number of industrial sectors such as Aerospace, Automotive, Metal Fabricating, Woodworking, Printing, and Electronics.

Real-time Business Intelligence for Sage - Gary Girome, ClickBase

Conference Room: Captain's Room

ClickBase provides Business Intelligence functionality that spans the entire enterprise and a user interface that is easily operated by non-technical users. ClickBase can view multiple, different databases simultaneously in real time with a core of views that can be manipulated by the end user into a variety of combinations to satisfy specific requirements.

Sage Accpac CRM on Steroids - Chad Butson and  Robin Fletcher, WAC Consulting CRM Group

Conference Room: Autumn      

You learned this morning how Sage Accpac CRM is an easy to use, fast to deploy, feature rich CRM solutions that provides enterprise-wide access to vital customer information. Join us for this session where you'll learn the extend of the modifications that we can develop for your business. Sage CRM's open architecture greatly reduces development and maintenance costs and allows seamless integration with other mission-critical applications across your enterprise. Sage CRM customization functionality allows quick-and-easy user-specific modifications to interfaces and data and ensures Sage CRM can be easily adapted to your business requirements.

Better Ways to Work on the Internet - David Harris, E.C. Internet

Conference Room: Harvester

Do you want to generate more cash, get customers to work for you, and make money while you sleep? All you have to do is bolt your company to the Internet. This session will  cover the Internet know-how you cannot live without. Learn about three online tools that are sure to change your business. You can save money, hassle, and time.

• www.GotoMeeting.com - Get in front of any person or group in 20 seconds
• www.Groove.com - It's coming to a Microsoft Office near you, share files, and to do lists with team members
• Start Your Online Store - Start with one goal: Integration

David  Harris is the Chairman of EC Internet, the leading e-commerce system for Sage Pro ERP. In addition to running EC Internet, David is co-founder of the SofTec CEO Roundtable in California. Prior to his current work on Internet business solutions, David was Vice President of SBT Accounting Systems, where he helped to create and grow the Pro Series accounting system that is now managed by Sage.

Mr. Harris is a computer industry pioneer. He is one of the founders of WordStar, the world's first mass-market word processing application for the PC, and now David is a frequent speaker at key technology industry events such as Internet and electronic Commerce Conference, Online Expo, Business Online, CPA and Business Expo. He has been a guest on the John Dvorak's show Software-Hardtalk PCTV, The Computer Chronicles and numerous other radio and television shows.

Healthcare Affordability for Businesses - Dean Rowe, United Benefit Services 

Conference Room: Garrison/Fremont 

Massachusetts Healthcare Reform - does it affect you?

Options for controlling health plan premiums.

Game Plan for Sales Failure - That You Should Leave to Your Competitors - Scott Robbins, Next Level

Conference Room: Captain's Room

Going into a selling situation without a game plan assures you almost certain failure, or at the very least, a colossal waste of time. This session will cover:

• Snapshot of the traditional sales process and loopholes in the system
• Mistakes that people make when they are trying to sell products/services
• Traps buyers set which guarantee you to fall into
• Mindsets that one must have to succeed in a selling situation
• Things you could say to actually sound and be perceived as truly different and better

Inventory and Work-In-Process Tracking Using BellHawk - Peter Green, BellHawk Systems 

Conference Room: Autumn      

This presentation describes how to use the BellHawk materials tracking and traceability software in conjunction with an ERP system, such as Sage Pro ERP, to track inventory and work-in-process in real time. BellHawk is used by mid-sized industrial organizations such as factories, warehouses, repair depots, laboratories, biotechnology and pharmaceutical organizations.

BellHawk provides a comprehensive barcode and RFID tracking solution that includes tracking materials through receiving, QC, stock room, production, test, warehouse, picking, packing and shipping. BellHawk works "out-of-the-box" and is designed to be easily customizable to the needs of individual organizations. BellHawk incorporates features that enable it to meet the special requirements  of DoD contractors as well as those organizations subject to FDA regulations. BellHawk also provides a very cost effective way of implementing wireless tracking systems for smaller warehouses and third party logistics organizations. 

Better Business Reporting and Analysis of Critical Data with Data Habitat Business Intelligence - Gary Jenson, Account Tec

Conference Room: Harvester

Gary Jensen is the President of  Account Tec, Inc., which is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. Account Tec,. Inc. has helped a variety of companies  obtain better business reporting and analysis of critical data through a number of reporting options. One of those options is the use of a data warehouse. Gary is a certified partner with DataHabitat.

Today Gary will discuss the benefits of Business Intelligence through DataHabitat. Gary will review the pros and cons of this solution compared to other products within the mid market.

Beyond Search Marketing - Boost Web Site Visits and  Obtain Greater ROI from Alternative Traffic Sources - Louise Rijk, Advanced Media Productions  

Conference Room: Garrison/Fremont 

Paid search can be a tremendous source for targeted web site traffic. But unfortunately paid search campaigns at Google, Yahoo, MSN and shopping comparison engines such as ShopZilla and Shopping.com are becoming more expensive due to increasing cost-per-click prices. For many small businesses, it is getting difficult to achieve a positive return on investment. Time to look at other sources of web site traffic.

This session will help you:

• Understand the power and benefits of non-search related internet marketing, including blogs, RSS, online discussion forums and advertising through these media, text link ads, and affiliate marketing
• How to build customer relationships and online sales from online newsletters and promotions
• Discover the secrets of landing pages that convert visitors to buyers or leads.

Elevator E-Commerce for Sage - Bob Silver, Silverware 

Conference Room: Captain's Room

Providing your customers with online ordering is no longer just 'cutting edge' - it is a business requirement. Customers today are expecting to do business with you on their terms and  when they want too. See how Elevator can help your company provide customers with the information they need, when they want it.

Sage Pro ERP Futures - Janet Garwood, Sage Software  

Conference Room: Autumn      

The Sage Pro ERP accounting solution continues to build on its success within the market place by evaluating and prioritizing new functionality to be deployed in the near future. We've already discuss this morning some of the 7.4 enhancements, and we'll be sharing with you this afternoon the big picture for the Sage Pro ERP future. 

Riata RF, the Most Streamlined and Customizable WMS/RF Solution on the Market - Rod Lewis, Data Developers Plus

Conference Room: Harvester

Riata RF is the 'must-have' RF solution for users of Sage Pro ERP! Riata RF was designed to seamlessly integrate RF scanning capability with Sage Pro ERP and older versions of Accpac Pro Series. It's a low entry cost WMS solution that can start out small with just one or two modules and expand when you are ready.

Riata RF will allow you to work in multiple companies receiving purchase orders, printing barcode labels, transferring items from one location to another, issuing and receiving items, picking items for shipping, receiving returned items, taking physical inventory, and finding item quantities and their locations.

Come find out more about this innovative solution. Ask us how much the companies using Riata RF love it!