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TECHNOLOGY FOCUS | Business Management Systems & Web Services BASIC Software Systems When it comes to business management software, OPE dealers are faced with many choices. They might be price and feature competitive, but the most important factor is the ability of the dealer to connect with the software vendor. Relationships are key to the success of BASIC Software Systems and have been for 33 years. The company proudly teams up with hundreds of manufacturers across the country to deliver the most up-to-date pricing for parts and equipment. In providing seamless interfaces that help improve parts availability, BASIC Software Systems also increases inventory productivity and allows parts managers to perform other necessary functions. With longevity in the industry, solid relationships with its customers, and respect with its manufacturer partners, BASIC Software Systems offers dealers an opportunity to develop the most vital relationship within their business. Contact BASIC Software Systems to request a free demo and consultation. BASIC Software Systems c-Systems' Infinity software c-Systems Software is an Arlington, Texas-based provider of business management systems for outdoor power equipment dealers. The latest features of c-Systems' Infinity software include: Infinity's Repair Order Pickup and Delivery now features fully integrated route mapping to help you optimize your delivery schedules and more efficiently service your customers. c-Systems, which prides itself on being first in electronic communication, now offers Stihl PSP integration in addition to many other electronic interfaces. Automatically transmit your product and warranty registrations, saving time and eliminating keying mistakes. "With Infinity's enhanced pricing controls, I've easily added 7- to 8-percent profit to my bottom line," said Lynn Pesson Jr., president, Southland Engine Company, Inc. c-Systems Software, Inc. New functionality for ASPEN business management system • Project and track sales within ASPEN. Management can view quotes, sales projections, and won and lost sales in the Sales dashboard. • Increase billable time using ASPEN's standard jobs functionality to automatically populate flat-rate hours, job steps, parts and miscellaneous charges into a work order. • Delegate and monitor tasks right from within ASPEN with Instant Messaging and Task Assignment. Tasks and messages may link to the relevant customer, part, unit, etc., allowing immediate "one-click" access to the work at hand. • From your cell phone or other mobile device, access customer and parts information or log on to work orders. Great for service trucks and helping out customers. Scan and update ASPEN parts records immediately using a handheld bar code scanning device. Charter Software Inc. Ideal 8.1 Ideal 8.1, the newest and most powerful version of business management software from Ideal Computer Systems, offers the latest in cutting-edge technology and helps outdoor power equipment dealers gain full control of their inventory, service department, customer service, pricing, purchasing, bookkeeping, and overall business management. Backed by more than 26 years of proven success and recognized for its support services, Ideal is an invaluable tool that will maximize efficiency in all areas of your business. Features include Inventory Control, Shop Management, Powerful Reports, Electronic Parts Ordering, Technician Time Clock, Work Order Scheduling, Key Performance Tracking, optional Accounting Package, and much more. A free information kit and demo CD are available upon request. Ideal Computer Systems, Inc. Lizzy by nizeX, Inc. NizeX Incorporated continues to raise the bar by continuously enhancing its Web-based Software-as-a-Service business management system called Lizzy. This affordable, powerful and easy-to-use system provides 24/7 access to customer data and operates on iPhone, iPad, Android, Linux, Windows and Mac. With the Internet serving as an integral resource for most businesses, Lizzy has been designed to run through a Web browser. This allows you to focus on the utilization of her services, instead of the setup and maintenance of hardware and software throughout your business. Lizzy requires no software to install, no special configurations to set up, and does not require a specific operating system. Web-based systems allow dealers to take advantage of things like data backups, price file updates, standardized model numbers, automatic software updates and other features that are not available in Windows-based or older BMS packages. In January 2012, nizeX added a ScanTag feature to Lizzy for on-the-fly service ticket creation, allowing a service tech or manager to scan a VIN or barcode label, locate the customer and unit, and create a service ticket with a single click. In February 2012, ARI Network Services, Inc. (a provider of parts content and eCatalogs) announced the signing of a reseller agreement with nizeX, Inc. The partnership allows Lizzy users to access ARI's eCatalogs from within the system, providing a seamless user experience and eliminating the need to run multiple applications in parallel. nizeX, Inc. 26 OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT www.outdoorpowerequipment.com