"I can use TurningPoint to do more for my business than I could with DOS. It's very efficient to access everything I need from this one program; it's all right in front of me and very user-friendly." - Debbie from Lake City Marina
"TurningPoint is easy to use. The fact that you can export and e-mail reports is great! Now, I can quickly send information to my CPA instead of having to print, and fax or mail a bunch of paper."
- Lois from Mahlander's A-1 Service
"The migration was a lot smoother than I anticipated. I was very pleased and after just six weeks of using it, I knew I made the right choice to migrate. I would never go back."
- Joan from Whole Hog Health
Data Transfer Capabilities
Convert all your data to the TurningPoint software with ease. Migration tools are built into each module with step-by-step on-screen instructions to assist you. Detailed directions guide you in prepping, transferring and verifying the data for accuracy. Or, save time by
having one of our experienced technicians complete the process for you. Please consult with a sales representative for more information at 800-732-9464 or sales@redwingsoftware.com.
Enhanced Features
Ease of Use
Basic tree-menu structure allows you to easily access each module in TurningPoint. Each menu selection is described on the Main menu screen for a quick reference. An extensive Help menu is available at any time by pressing F1 and is specific to your location within the program. Keyboard shortcuts allow for fast data entry and tab-stops can skip fields that you do not use to increase efficiency when entering information.
Enhanced Security
Implement menu level and company level security allowing users to only access the companies and tasks in the software specific to their personal responsibilities.
Customize to Your Needs
- Customize menus and create automated task reminders and personal task lists to help each user become more efficient by tailoring the program to their individual responsibilities.
- Customize fields specific to your business for customers, vendors and invoices to track information important for your business.
Preview Capabilities
View all checks, invoices, statements and reports on screen before printing to see exactly how they will look when printed. Plus, scroll up and down a report with ease.
Step Towards a Paperless Environment
- Any report, invoice or statement can be e-mailed directly from TurningPoint. For example, send monthly statements to all your customers with e-mail addresses and print the remaining statements for customers without e-mail addresses.
- Save electronic copies of reports, invoices and statements for future reference.
Export Capabilities
Export reports to Microsoft® Word, Excel® or PDF formats, allowing you to edit or customize them to fit your business needs.
Drill Down Capabilities
Use vendor and customer inquiry to see the details of individual invoices. Determine the original source of any journal entry by drilling down to the original document for any transaction.
Evaluation Date Reporting
Review aged payables, aged receivables and stock status by a prior date through a variety of reporting options. For example, determine the number of widgets in-stock on May 16th, 2005, with these enhanced reporting options.
Additional Time-Savers
- Auto-complete features on drop-down boxes.
- Smart date logic to recognize the date format specified.
- Adjust commissions during invoice entry.
- Access any report from any period at any time.
- Unlimited ship-to address fields.
- Easily pay invoices with credit cards.
- Void checks by check run date and reconcile checks within a specified check range.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is the best time to move to a Windows®-based program?
A: Some businesses wait for their slowest period to make the conversion. It is not necessary to wait for end-of-month, end-of-quarter or end-of-year because all of your data will convert.
Q: Is moving Red Wing DOS data to a Windows-based program difficult?
A: The key to a successful data transfer and migration is preparing your DOS data prior to the migration. The process to migrate data can be completed on your own and detailed instructions are provided to guide you through the seven step process. Many companies choose to have a Red Wing Software technician complete the process for them. By sending your data through our secure FTP site or overnight a copy through the mail, we can transfer the information for you. Red Wing Software does request a week in advance notice to schedule the data transfer.* Please ask for a personalized quote for these services at 800-732-9464 or e-mail sales@redwingsoftware.com.
Q: Do I have to transfer all of my data?
A: The preparation process does include removing all but the last three years of historical information from your DOS data. It is strongly recommended you only transfer the last three years of data. You can also choose to migrate all history or just the master files. For
example, master files are your customers and history is the payments and invoices attached to that customer. Since the migration is completed by module (G/L, A/P, A/R, etc.) you can determine if you want the master files or history by module as well. For example, only transfer master files for A/P and both master files and history for A/R. The data conversion within the modules must be completed all at the same time. For example, you cannot transfer your G/L now and transfer A/P two months later.
Q: How long does the conversion take?
A: The larger your data set and the more history you convert, the longer the process takes. Depending on the amount of data in Red Wing DOS, the conversion can most likely be completed within a day or even hours for each database.
Q: What is the learning curve after the data transfer has occurred?
A: Once the conversion is complete, the learning curve is greatly minimized through training seminars and the on-line help in the system. Our technicians can help improve your efficiency and effectiveness in using the software through answering simple how-to questions as well as assisting with complex issues. All new programs can take time to learn. You became proficient through years of using your DOS software and it may take time to become completely comfortable with TurningPoint.
Q: What training options are available?
A: Red Wing Software offers training seminars. Most take place at our corporate office in Red Wing, MN. We do occasionally hold them in various locations throughout the country. Please visit our Web site at www.redwingsoftware.com/training for upcoming sessions. We also offer services based on individual training needs. To receive a quote for personalized training, please contact Red Wing Software at 800- 732-9464 or email sales@redwingsoftware.com.
Q: Can I continue to access my Red Wing DOS after the conversion?
A: Absolutely. All of your data will be accessible in Red Wing DOS after the conversion takes place.
Q: What modules are available in TurningPoint?
A: TurningPoint includes the following modules: General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Inventory, Order Entry and Purchase Orders.
Q: How many users are available in TurningPoint?
A: TurningPoint allows for an unlimited number of user logins and concurrent users are sold individually. Concurrent users determine the number of users at one time and an unlimited number of user logins can be created when you purchase TurningPoint. One user is included with the software.
Q: Can I purchase additional modules or users at a later time?
A: Yes. For example, your business only needs G/L and A/R right now with one user. As your business grows you can purchase A/P and additional users to add to the TurningPoint software.**
Q: Will I need to purchase new checks for A/P and Payroll?
A: If you are using laser checks for A/P and for Payroll, you can continue to use the same check stock. If you currently use a dot matrix printer, you will need to purchase new checks. Please consult with a sales representative for more information at 800-732-9464 or sales@redwingsoftware.com.
Q: Can I continue to use my dot matrix printer for multiple part forms?
A: It is strongly recommended to use a laser or ink-jet printer with TurningPoint. If you need multiple copies of invoices, sales orders and/or purchase orders, many users print each document multiple times onto collated paper. For example, if you have three part forms, you can purchase paper layered in three different colors and then set the software to print each invoice three times onto the different colored papers.
Q: I am currently enrolled in a Customer Care Membership for my Red Wing DOS,
will I receive a credit towards my TurningPoint Membership?
A: Yes. We will credit your current Membership in remaining monthly increments and apply it towards a TurningPoint Customer Care Membership.
*Red Wing Software does not schedule or complete any data conversions during the month of January due to the heavy call volume our technicians receive.
**Additional modules and additional users purchased at a later date may not be subject to migration discounts.
To view a self-running demo online, click here www.redwingsoftware.com/turningpointdemo.
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