December 2008 Newsletter

 In this Edition:



It's time to start planning for Convergence 2009! If you don't plan to have a booth, or just want additional exposure for your add-on solutions at the Expo, our ISV SL Shared Booth Program may be the perfect solution for you! 

We've heard from several Partners that they could use assistance with an EDI implementation... Plumbline Solutions can help with this type of service. Feel free to give me a call or send an email to inquire about our consulting rates.


Best Regards,

Todd Michael
Director of Sales & Marketing
Plumbline Solutions, Inc.
(419) 581-2973

Plumbline Solutions provides software engineering services for Microsoft Dynamics® Channel Partners and Microsoft Independent Software Vendors (ISVs). We offer software development, application support and technology consulting, with a focus on delivering excellence and building lasting relationships. Our 2008 Microsoft Competencies include: Data Management Solutions, Information Worker Solutions, Microsoft Business Solutions, Small Business Specialist Community, Custom Development Solutions and Business Intelligence.

EDI/ASM Implementation Services

Plumbline Solutions is now providing implementation services for eCommerce Gateway (EDI Edition) and Advanced Shipment Management modules for Microsoft Dynamics SL.

Implementation services include: 

  • Setup and Configuration of EDI, ASM, and other related settings in Order Management, Inventory, and Accounts Receivable
  • Coordinating and/or installing third party products, such as mappings, label printing, EDI file translator software, and VAN/Communication services (Note: Plumbline does not provide these third party products and services, but may be able to help with referrals to specific vendors that offer them.)
  • EDI and ASM Training
  • Communication and Compliance Testing
  • Go Live Support

 
EDI implementations can typically be provided remotely, saving the time and expense of traveling onsite. Plumbline has established relationships with third party providers for mappings, labels, and VAN services. Partners can benefit from our expertise and experience with the EDI and ASM modules and our established relationships with third party providers. [Read More].

 

 

Existing Customer Roadshow feedback Some of the top issues SL customers were asking about at the Existing Customer Roadshow Events include SRS Reporting, where to find information on Reports Library and Report Assistants for SL 7.0, and the SL 7.0 FP1 Fact Sheets.

Where can we find information about SRS Reporting?
General information about SRS Benefits is available. These are the specific SRS Reports available in SL 7.0/FP1:

- Trial Balance (General Ledger)
- Project Aging/Recap Report (Project)
- Service Call Invoice (Service)
- Sales Orders Without Shippers (Order  Management)
- Site Group (Inventory)
- Reprint WO Batch Control Reports (Work Order)

To see the more details on the SRS Reports for SL and for answers on the other popular topics [read more].

Tip:  SL 7.0 FP1 compatibility with 64-bit OS? You can install FP1 in the WOW64 folder and run it successfully. In this supported environment, SL is still a 32-bit application but running in a 64-bit Operating System. For more specifics, please refer to the System Requirements for Microsoft Dynamics SL 7.0.

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:

Microsoft Dynamics Support Series: Year-End Processing in Microsoft Dynamics SL 7.00
This session is available on demand and provides hints and tips on having a successful and problem-free year-end processing in Microsoft Dynamics SL. The discussion covers 2008 requirements for processing W2s and 1099s, and how to apply the year-end updates to Microsoft Dynamics SL installations.

Professional Developers Conference (PDC) is coming to a city near you!
Hear all of the exciting announcements around the Azure Services Platform and Windows 7. Sessions include the latest developments in Microsoft .NET connection software, Silverlight browser plug-in, Microsoft Surface, Parallel Programming, Live Mesh and more.

Convergence 2009 - Registration is open!

New Orleans
March 10-13, 2009

Partner Briefing Day
March 9, 2009


Name: Scott Eyink

Background: At Plumbline, Scott is a developer, working primarily with the Order Management module in the Distribution Series of the Dynamics SL product. Prior to joining Plumbline, Scott held various developer roles for the Financial and Distribution modules at Microsoft, Great Plains, and Solomon Software, bringing over 11 years of experience working with the Microsoft Dynamics SL product.

Likes best about consulting: His favorite aspect of software development is being able to solve challenging problems in the distribution module and knowing that he is making peoples jobs a little easier.

HobbiesHis kids, volleyball, adding on/building new things to the kids swing set.

 

 

Year-end Updates for 2008 are now available on PartnerSource. These updates include W-2 and 1099 changes to comply with 2008 tax regulations. Customers should check for the availability of these updates on CustomerSource>Downloads & Updates>Tax & Regulatory Updates.

The Dynamics SL FP1 DVD/CD can be ordered this month. To place an order for a physical shipment, or to download the update, go to the dedicated Microsoft Dynamics SL Feature Pack 1 site. This ease-of-use fact sheet can be shared with your customers.

New Plumbline Proven Solutions

We have developed over a dozen additional custom solutions to increase productivity and streamline data visibility within the Dynamics SL Project and Timecard applications. Take a peek at the detailed list of new Proven Solutions to see if there is one that may benefit you or one of your customers! [Read More].

Fall/Winter Support Hours

View current support hours and holiday schedule. Also of interest, effective December 1st, the customer-initiated chat support option for new support incidents is no longer being offered. [Read More].

Access Plumbline Solutions' Link Exchange for a list of Microsoft Dynamics SL add-on products in one easy-to-search area: Plumbline Solutions' Link Exchange

To participate in the Plumbline Solutions' Link Exchange Program and gain greater visibility for your products or services, e-mail us or read the participation details.



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