Written By Jeff Onesto, Director of Business Development, ASi (Originally released on MSDynamicsWorld.com)
This week Gartner analysts released findings that U.S. economic factors have deteriorated to the point where they are advising organizations to start considering reductions in IT spending. Cutting IT can be a double-edge sword for those responsible for annual Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Microsoft Business Solutions Axapta) IT budgets for the simple reason that what is cut today can have a severe impact on where an organization lands tomorrow.
This doesn’t mean executives can’t save money in their AX budgets. I have had the opportunity to work with many senior technology executives and have recommended a number of creative methods and practices for getting more from enterprise systems and partners. Following are just a few:
Review Shelfware Often
With Business Ready Licensing (BRL), Microsoft and most of the industry did away with Module Based Licensing (MBL). Many companies implement modules in logical phases and often forget about or assign less value to many of these non-implemented modules that I refer to as “Shelfware”. It may be worth a second look. One of the most overlooked modules in the Microsoft Dynamics AX Advanced Management Edition is Project 1. For mid-market organizations juggling capital projects this often ignored module can be easily implemented and will produce immediate and amazing value and insight into capital spending in the areas of R&D (innovation) and marketing.
Review VAR Performance
Microsoft requires each Microsoft Dynamics customer to be associated with one partner (VAR-value added reseller). Many customers do not know that a VAR can be changed without reason, 365 days a year. Just because you purchased from a particular partner does not mean you are locked to that partner indefinitely. Changing resellers has absolutely nothing to do with the renewal of annual software and should be reviewed often and separately. If you aren’t meeting with your Microsoft Dynamics AX partner routinely you are missing many opportunities. If your partner is NOT delivering value routinely consider working with one that does.
Review Software Enhancement Plans for Untapped Benefits
Microsoft offers customer software maintenance contracts starting at 16%. This plan provides customers with version upgrades/product updates i.e. service packs, tax updates, access to CustomerSource, Transformational Assurance, Transition Investment Credit, and System List Price Protection as well as access to publisher support plans. What many customers overlook is the benefit of unlimited, FREE, online training accessible from anywhere, available anytime at a self-directed pace.
Review Software for Automation Capabilities
Microsoft is delivering some great things around WWF (Windows Workflow Foundation) in the next version of Microsoft Dynamics AX (2009). An often overlooked way to do more with less is to automate with Workflow, enabling you to get more out of your systems. The most important aspects of any Workflow application are monitoring of required actions, escalation of overdue activities to various employees, managers and/or departments. Capture of data such as date, time, employee, and departmental response used within the defined process as well as assuring adherence to company defined processes can provide immediate value. Many directors have indicated that it is quite possible to receive additional funding for process automation projects when they can map them into larger enterprise-wide compliance initiatives such as Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) and Quality Assurance.
Finally, when you look at your Microsoft Dynamics AX budget for next year or review for possible cuts, remember that not all costs are equal. Special attention should be paid to costs that can excel the organization’s capabilities in the areas of product development and human capital. Speed-to-market and knowledge are two assets that will position the company well when the economy starts to heat up again and opportunities in the marketplace increase.
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Monday, April 13, 2009
Advanced Systems Integration (ASi) - WebCPA Top 100 Var List
LAKE FOREST CA, April 13, 2009 – Advanced Systems Integration (ASI) is pleased to announce it has earned a prominent place on Accounting Technology and WebCPA's VAR 100 list.
Each year, Accounting Technology and its online counterpart, WebCPA, recognize the country's top 100 value-added resellers (VAR) of mid-level accounting software packages. VARs are selected for the list and ranked based upon company and revenue size and growth from year to year, as well as the variety and value of the accounting software solutions they provide.
With thousands of firms servicing this industry, it is a tremendous accomplishment for Advanced Systems Integration (ASi) to be selected among the top 100 VARs.
About Advanced Systems Integration (ASi)
Advanced Systems Integration, Inc.(ASi) is a Gold Certified Microsoft Dynamics AX and Learning Solutions partner founded in 1991. ASi delivers comprehensive enterprise class applications that improve customer relations, enhance partner collaboration and create efficiencies across supply chains and business operations. ASi also offers industry specific extensions integrated with Microsoft Dynamics AX solution. Based in Orange County, California, ASi serves the Southern California greater area including the counties of San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, Riverside and San Bernardino. Please visit the company’s web site at www.advancedsystemsintegration.com.
About Accounting Technology
Accounting Technology is published monthly by the SourceMedia's Professional Services group. It extensively covers the accounting profession and industries that interact with accountants, such as value-added resellers of accounting software products and solutions. Accounting Technology is the place where accounting meets technology. It addresses the use of technology within an accounting practice and technology services and products that are delivered to the clients of accountants. The Magazine balances coverage of traditional CPA technology issues such as tax preparation, write-up and practice management software with the demands of non-traditional issues: reselling and consulting. More information about Accounting Technology can be found at www.accountingtechnology.com
Each year, Accounting Technology and its online counterpart, WebCPA, recognize the country's top 100 value-added resellers (VAR) of mid-level accounting software packages. VARs are selected for the list and ranked based upon company and revenue size and growth from year to year, as well as the variety and value of the accounting software solutions they provide.
With thousands of firms servicing this industry, it is a tremendous accomplishment for Advanced Systems Integration (ASi) to be selected among the top 100 VARs.
About Advanced Systems Integration (ASi)
Advanced Systems Integration, Inc.(ASi) is a Gold Certified Microsoft Dynamics AX and Learning Solutions partner founded in 1991. ASi delivers comprehensive enterprise class applications that improve customer relations, enhance partner collaboration and create efficiencies across supply chains and business operations. ASi also offers industry specific extensions integrated with Microsoft Dynamics AX solution. Based in Orange County, California, ASi serves the Southern California greater area including the counties of San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, Riverside and San Bernardino. Please visit the company’s web site at www.advancedsystemsintegration.com.
About Accounting Technology
Accounting Technology is published monthly by the SourceMedia's Professional Services group. It extensively covers the accounting profession and industries that interact with accountants, such as value-added resellers of accounting software products and solutions. Accounting Technology is the place where accounting meets technology. It addresses the use of technology within an accounting practice and technology services and products that are delivered to the clients of accountants. The Magazine balances coverage of traditional CPA technology issues such as tax preparation, write-up and practice management software with the demands of non-traditional issues: reselling and consulting. More information about Accounting Technology can be found at www.accountingtechnology.com
Friday, August 21, 2009
Advanced Systems Integration (ASi) named 2009 “Killer VAR” by Accounting Today Magazine
LOS ANGELES, CA (July 28, 2009) Advanced Systems Integration (ASi) has been selected among hundreds of resellers from across the nation and will be featured in the August edition of Accounting Today and Accounting Technology magazines. A great honor especially in a year when a slowing economy is challenging small and midsized businesses, the featured VARs (Value-added Resellers) had to demonstrate they have what it takes to not only survive, but succeed, in the down economy. This annual distinction highlights firms that demonstrate extraordinary commitment and character, innovative marketing techniques and an exemplary level of service. The 2009 listing of Killer VARs will be available in the August edition of http://www.webcpa.com.
"We are proud to be a recipient of the "Killer VAR" award,” said Lisa Aschenbrenner, ASi-Marketing Manager. “As one of the original Damgaard Partners here in the U.S. we have been committed to the Microsoft Dynamics AX (Axapta) platform since 1997 and look forward to helping our customers profitably grow and gain market share.
Advanced Systems Integration, Inc.(ASi) is a Gold Certified Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Microsoft Business Solutions Axapta) and Learning Solutions partner founded in 1991. ASi delivers comprehensive enterprise class applications that improve customer relations, enhance partner collaboration and create efficiencies across supply chains and business operations. ASi also offers industry specific extensions integrated with Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Microsoft Business Solutions Axapta) solution. Based in Orange County, California, ASi serves California including the counties of San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino, Alameda, Sacramento, San Francisco and Santa Clara. Please visit the company’s web site at www.advancedsystemsintegration.com.
"We are proud to be a recipient of the "Killer VAR" award,” said Lisa Aschenbrenner, ASi-Marketing Manager. “As one of the original Damgaard Partners here in the U.S. we have been committed to the Microsoft Dynamics AX (Axapta) platform since 1997 and look forward to helping our customers profitably grow and gain market share.
Advanced Systems Integration, Inc.(ASi) is a Gold Certified Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Microsoft Business Solutions Axapta) and Learning Solutions partner founded in 1991. ASi delivers comprehensive enterprise class applications that improve customer relations, enhance partner collaboration and create efficiencies across supply chains and business operations. ASi also offers industry specific extensions integrated with Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Microsoft Business Solutions Axapta) solution. Based in Orange County, California, ASi serves California including the counties of San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino, Alameda, Sacramento, San Francisco and Santa Clara. Please visit the company’s web site at www.advancedsystemsintegration.com.
Friday, July 10, 2009
Nucleus Research & Dynamics AX (Axapta) Partner on "How to Deliver Microsoft Dynamics Successfully"
Nucleus Research recently published a guidebook titled “Maximizing Success Delivering Microsoft Dynamics” and Microsoft recently released the Partner Case Study “VAR Uses Implementation Methodology to Improve Solution Delivery, Reduce Risk”
Nucleus Research states that Microsoft Dynamic customers want partners they can trust, especially in today’s economic climate. Microsoft partners that follow a structured methodology to sell, deliver, and optimize Dynamics solutions can reduce their own cost and risk, focus on core competencies, and ultimately increase profits and customer satisfaction.
The Microsoft Case Study describes how Advanced Systems Integration (ASi), successfully and repeatedly integrated Microsoft Sure Step within its own existing delivery framework. With so many companies selecting Microsoft Dynamics AX (Axapta) over SAP & Oracle the demand for proven and trustworthy Microsoft partners has never been greater.
About ASi: Advanced Systems Integration, Inc.(ASi) is a Gold Certified Microsoft Dynamics AX and Learning Solutions partner founded in 1991. ASi delivers comprehensive enterprise class applications that improve customer relations, enhance partner collaboration and create efficiencies across supply chains and business operations. ASi also offers industry specific extensions integrated with Microsoft Dynamics AX solution. Based in Orange County, California, ASi serves the Southern California greater area including the counties of San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, Riverside and San Bernardino. Please visit the company’s web site at www.advancedsystemsintegration.com
About Microsoft Dynamics AX: Microsoft Dynamics AX is an adaptable business management solution that enables companies and their workers to make business decisions with greater confidence. Microsoft Dynamics AX works like and with familiar Microsoft Office software, with comprehensive features that help automate and streamline business processes, and connect users with global customers, business partners and subsidiaries in a way that helps drive business success. http://www.microsoft.com/dynamics/ax/default.mspx
About Microsoft: Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. www.microsoft.com
About Nucleus Research: Nucleus Research, Inc. is the leading provider of investigative information technology research and advisory services. Since 2000 our analysts have delivered insight and guidance to help our clients make the best decisions every day. Advising both vendors of technology and the organizations that use technology, we continue to uncover information that no one else can provide. We have a unique analyst team. Our analysts are experienced technology experts who concentrate on specific solution areas. They use their technology understanding blended with a financially focused investigative approach to uncover the value technology can provide. Our clients include many of the Fortune 1000, numerous mid-sized organizations, state, federal, and international government organizations, and almost every leading technology vendor. http://nucleusresearch.com
Nucleus Research states that Microsoft Dynamic customers want partners they can trust, especially in today’s economic climate. Microsoft partners that follow a structured methodology to sell, deliver, and optimize Dynamics solutions can reduce their own cost and risk, focus on core competencies, and ultimately increase profits and customer satisfaction.
The Microsoft Case Study describes how Advanced Systems Integration (ASi), successfully and repeatedly integrated Microsoft Sure Step within its own existing delivery framework. With so many companies selecting Microsoft Dynamics AX (Axapta) over SAP & Oracle the demand for proven and trustworthy Microsoft partners has never been greater.
About ASi: Advanced Systems Integration, Inc.(ASi) is a Gold Certified Microsoft Dynamics AX and Learning Solutions partner founded in 1991. ASi delivers comprehensive enterprise class applications that improve customer relations, enhance partner collaboration and create efficiencies across supply chains and business operations. ASi also offers industry specific extensions integrated with Microsoft Dynamics AX solution. Based in Orange County, California, ASi serves the Southern California greater area including the counties of San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, Riverside and San Bernardino. Please visit the company’s web site at www.advancedsystemsintegration.com
About Microsoft Dynamics AX: Microsoft Dynamics AX is an adaptable business management solution that enables companies and their workers to make business decisions with greater confidence. Microsoft Dynamics AX works like and with familiar Microsoft Office software, with comprehensive features that help automate and streamline business processes, and connect users with global customers, business partners and subsidiaries in a way that helps drive business success. http://www.microsoft.com/dynamics/ax/default.mspx
About Microsoft: Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. www.microsoft.com
About Nucleus Research: Nucleus Research, Inc. is the leading provider of investigative information technology research and advisory services. Since 2000 our analysts have delivered insight and guidance to help our clients make the best decisions every day. Advising both vendors of technology and the organizations that use technology, we continue to uncover information that no one else can provide. We have a unique analyst team. Our analysts are experienced technology experts who concentrate on specific solution areas. They use their technology understanding blended with a financially focused investigative approach to uncover the value technology can provide. Our clients include many of the Fortune 1000, numerous mid-sized organizations, state, federal, and international government organizations, and almost every leading technology vendor. http://nucleusresearch.com
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