Hearthlist Digest #167 - Thursday, July 16, 1998 Software by "Daniel W. Hays" <[email protected]> Software by "Craig Issod" <[email protected]> Year 2000 and Hearth Sales by "Craig Issod" <[email protected]> Re: Hearthlist Digest #166 - 07/15/98 by "Mike Scarland" <[email protected]>
(back) Subject: Software From: "Daniel W. Hays" <[email protected]> Date: Thu, 16 Jul 1998 08:08:24 -0500 Hello Craig: I was wondering what you and your list subrcribers have to think about Software for our industry? We still do everything the old fashioned way (on Paper) and are really interested in streamlining things. We do not have a POS system and have been trying to keep out customer database on ACT, but I'm not sure that I like it. Bookkeeping is on Quicken. Our inventory in done by hand. We do have 2 nice machines (120mhz pentiums) and are thinking of adding a third. They are networked (sort-of). Anyone have suggestions for really appropriate software?? I'd love to hear some stories. Thanks in advance, Dan Hays
(back) Subject: Software From: Craig Issod <[email protected]> Date: Thu, 16 Jul 1998 08:16:53 -0500 >I was wondering what you and your list subrcribers have to think about >Software for our industry? We use and recomend Filemaker Pro (Windows/Mac) for POS, record keeping, mailing lists, thank you letters, etc. You can either purchase a pre-made Filemaker Application (like HearthPro) which will do the job..or roll your own (the hard way, but it might fit you better. Filemaker is networkable right out of the box and comes with a bunch of pre-made templates so you can get right to work. I'd be glad to share our POS template with anyone, but they come with no support or documentation, so you'd either have to fiddle a bunch or come here and visit to have the features explained! There are two other companies (RealTime and Ideal) that make software which fits the Hearth Industry. You'll see them on display at HPA, and probably find them in the directory. Computerization is an ongoing process, it does not happen instantly. Start with the basics and become comfortable, then continue up the path. Quicken is fine checkbook (accounting) software for most small businesses. ------------------------------------------------------ Craig Issod HearthNet at http://www.hearth.com [email protected] Everything your Hearth Desires ------------------------------------------------------ Buddha says "avoid error" ------------------------------------------------------
(back) Subject: Year 2000 and Hearth Sales From: Craig Issod <[email protected]> Date: Thu, 16 Jul 1998 08:27:41 -0500 Here's why this season and next season will be gangbusters for Hearth Retailers. Check out the first line in the second paragraph - just perfect! WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In the days leading up to Jan. 1, 2000, Americans should document financial information and stock up on food and essentials, said the U.S. senator leading the charge for year 2000 compliance on Wednesday. "Pay attention to the things that are vulnerable in your life and make contingency plans," said Sen. Robert Bennett (R-Utah), chairman of the Special Committee on the Year 2000 Technology Problem, who spoke at the National Press Club here. Bennett said he wasn't ready to head for the hills on Dec. 31, 1999, but he was going to document sensitive information on paper and store some essentials in the basement. "Supermarkets could be closed for a few days because supplies may be disrupted," he said. ------------------------------------------------------ Craig Issod HearthNet at http://www.hearth.com [email protected] Everything your Hearth Desires ------------------------------------------------------ Buddha says "avoid error" ------------------------------------------------------
(back) Subject: Re: Hearthlist Digest #166 - 07/15/98 From: [email protected] (Mike Scarland) Date: Thu, 16 Jul 1998 11:38:45 -0500 RE: Y2K, and More by "John Crouch" John - if the only problem you encounter is your suppliers consider yourself lucky. The bigger question is the level of service that will continue to be provided from sources that impact us all such as power grids and communication links. --