Behind the Scenes - June 2022

Connie (Technical Writer) and her family celebrated the marriage of Lindsey (daughter) & Carter (their new son‑in‑law).
Carrie’s (Administrative Assistant) daughter and son-in-law, Jasmyn and Alec, will soon be parents, and son Myles graduated.
Carole (Staff Accountant) surprised her husband John with a birthday party at his favorite place - the race track. His birthday wish came true, and he attained a personal best time (9.88 seconds (143 mph) in the quarter‑mile).

Notes from the President

Ken Hilton - President Red Wing Software

The second quarter of the calendar year just ended, and it’s time to analyze the first half of 2022. There may still be a few accrual adjustments to enter for June; just don’t wait too long to compare your first-half results to your budget.
There are natural times in the year when we should do different types of analyses of our records, and every business will have its milestones. It’s obvious to do year-end tax reporting and whole-year analysis after the first of the year. There is usually enough information, and enough time has passed, to compare actual information to the budget at the end of each quarter. It’s also not a bad idea to do this after each month. Some businesses are of the type to do weekly reporting on some items, and we, at Red Wing Software, do a daily sales analysis. Even though timing can make this level of detailed reporting a little ambiguous, it helps us know where we are throughout the month to help meet our monthly goals.
Whatever schedule you use to analyze your business depends on the nature of your operation, and it’s important to stick to a schedule so if trends are heading in the wrong direction, you’re aware of it early.
I hope everyone had a happy and safe Independence Day, and to our friends up north, a Happy Canada Day.

Online Training

We are pleased to offer our Red Wing Software customers an opportunity to learn more about CenterPoint via 1‑2 hour Online Training sessions. These sessions provide you with in-depth information and explanations that allow you to learn more about CenterPoint from any location where you can access the internet (high-speed internet connection recommended). The sessions are presented live by one of our CenterPoint experts while you view the presenter's computer screen. You will have the opportunity to ask questions. The sessions are recorded and sent to you so you can refer to the information afterward.
You can view and register for all available sessions by clicking here or clicking one of the individual session links below.
CenterPoint Payroll – H-2A Workflow
  Tuesday, July 19, 2022
9:30 am – 11:30 am CDT
Cost: $59.00
CenterPoint Payroll – Paperless Workflow
  Tuesday, July 26, 2022
9:30 am – 11:30 am CDT
Cost: $59.00
CenterPoint Advanced Inventory Module
  Tuesday, August 9, 2022
9:30 am – 11:30 am CDT
Cost: $59.00
CenterPoint Sales Order Module
  Tuesday, August 16, 2022
9:30 am – 10:30 am CDT
Cost: $39.00
CenterPoint Purchase Order Module
  Tuesday, August 18, 2022
9:30 am – 10:30 am CDT
Cost: $39.00
CenterPoint Crop Harvest Entries
  Tuesday, September 13, 2022
9:30 am – 11:30 am CDT
Cost: $59.00
Budgeting Basics for CenterPoint AG
  Tuesday, September 20, 2022
9:30 am – 11:30 am CDT
Cost: $59.00
Budgeting Basics for CenterPoint Accounting (Business) & CenterPoint Fund Accounting
  Thursday, September 22, 2022
9:30 am – 11:30 am CDT
Cost: $59.00
Red Wing Software offers pre-recorded On Demand Training Videos as well as live training sessions. The pre-recorded sessions can be purchased with 30-day access and viewed as many times as you like during the 30 days, giving you the flexibility to access training at any point from anywhere! You can view and purchase all available pre-recorded sessions by clicking here.

 

Notes from the President

Ken Hilton - President Red Wing Software

This month I had several topics for this newsletter floating around in my head, but after this weekend, only one seemed important.
On behalf of myself and the entire staff at Red Wing Software, I have a short and sincere message to all the men and women who have served, do serve, or will serve their country in defense of freedom: Thank You.

 

Behind the Scenes - May 2022

Connie’s (Technical Writer) daughters recently graduated with honors. Her oldest daughter, Lindsey, earned a Master of Science degree in Forensic Toxicology from the University of Florida (this degree will allow her to give expert witness testimony in court cases). Her youngest daughter, Jenna, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services – specializing in Mental Health Services and Psychology from South Dakota State University (she will begin working as a Child Behavioral Advocate).
Ashley’s (Accounting Software Support Specialist) daughter, Paytin, passed her driver’s permit test.
Allison (Accounting Software Support Specialist) has a new curly look.