related services. A Freight Forwarder, Rohde & Liesenfeld provides services such as supply chain management, warehousing & distribution, airfreight, trucking, and oceanfreight transportation. Established in 1954, the company has 850 employees in 28 countries, with customers such as Gillette, Dole, Samsung, Hyundai, Lacoste, and United Technologies.
February 4, 2005 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that its customer, Iron Horse Bicycle Company, successfully upgraded to the ACCPAC Pro Series Release 7.3 business software. Iron Horse Bicycle Company is a manufacturer with a worldwide distribution network of independent dealers and sporting goods stores. ABCSI provided the ACCPAC software, and all upgrade, project management, programming, and training services. Nicholas Aversano, Chief Financial Officer, had the following to say about Iron Horse Bicycle Company's business relationship with ABCSI:
"A. B. Computer Systems handled all our programming changes and modifications quickly and efficiently, and has provided us with excellent advice and suggestions for maximizing the benefits generated by the ACCPAC system. In addition, their service representatives have handled all technical matters professionally and in a timely manner."
January 20, 2005 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that it has been selected by MYOB US, Inc. to implement the following Microsoft Business Solutions-Navision applications at its Rockaway, NJ location: Sales Orders Management, Accounts Receivables, Purchase Orders Management, Accounts Payable, Inventory Management & General Ledger . A. B. Computer Systems will provide implementation
services such as training, consulting, and programming.
MYOB is a global provider of solutions that liberate business owners and accountants from the burden of day to day administration, empowering them to achieve business success. MYOB develops and delivers award-winning software, services and support for more than 500,000 businesses and over 10,000 accounting practices worldwide.
January 6, 2005 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that it has been selected by a NY based mid-size company to conduct a Detailed Needs Analysis Study as preparation for the implementation of the Microsoft Business Solutions Navision software. Areas to be covered include Financials, Distribution, HR, Service and CRM.
With very experienced consultants and software developers, and with a proven implementation methodology, A. B. Computer Systems helps its customers to increase productivity, efficiency, market share, customer satisfaction, sales and profits. The Detailed Needs Analysis Study helps customers protect their IT investments, by
evaluating how the new software will meet all their current and future business requirements.
December 20, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems has been selected by Ross Communications, a New York based company who caters to the pharmaceutical industry throughout the world, to provide the ACCPAC Pro Series Enterprise Accounting software. Also to be provided are all implementation services such as project management, training, consulting, programming, testing, and phone/e-mail customer support.
December 17, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that the latest Release 4.0 of the Microsoft Navision product will be implemented for all new Navision customers. In response to customer demand for greater simplicity, deeper insight into mission-critical business information, more control over financials, and operational improvements for small and midsize businesses that want to grow, Microsoft Business Solutions developed Release 4.0 of the Navision® business software product.
Developed in 39 languages for 41 localized versions, Microsoft Navision 4.0 is the latest release of a product suite that is currently used by more than 45,000 organizations around the world.
November 22, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that it has been selected by two companies to implement the Microsoft Business Solutions Navision, and the Best Software ACCPAC Pro Series, Accounting, Distribution, CRM, and Manufacturing Software. A. B. Computer Systems will provide all implementation services, such as Installation, Project Management, Consulting, Training, Phone and E-mail Customer Support, and Programming.
November 8, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that it has been selected by Reilly WoodWorks to provide additional Microsoft Business Solutions Navision services, such as Project Management, Consulting, Training, and Programming.
Operating out of a 125,000 square foot facility in Calverton, Reilly WoodWorks employs 115 individuals including project managers, engineers, draftsmen, woodworkers, cabinetmakers, and administrative staff. The company is a supplier of architectural millwork, custom wood windows, doors, and cabinetry to high end residential construction projects.
October 1, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that it completed the implementation of the Microsoft Business Solutions Navision software at First Empire
Securities, and that it received a letter of reference that is now posted on the Success Stories page: "First Empire Securities, Inc. (member NASD/SIPC) has been proudly serving institutions for over twenty years. We are an established full service fixed income broker dealer...A. B. computer Systems clearly proved that customer satisfaction is their number one priority and continues to do so with ongoing support...We highly recommend A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. to anyone who is looking to implement or upgrade their software, and more importantly, receive a high level of professional support that would go along with it."
September 10, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today the availability of version 7.3 of the award-winning ACCPAC Pro Series accounting system. In a press release, Best Software said that over 200 new features and enhancements have been added throughout the entire suite, and it represents the biggest upgrade in the product line’s history. Version 7.3 offers small and mid-size businesses (SMBs) improved information reporting, and helps increase user productivity at all levels of the client organization. ACCPAC Pro Series 7.3 also better automates routine processing functions, including bank reconciliation, intercompany transaction posting, and inventory forecasting models to further streamline and improve everyday business functions.
"Pro Series 7.3 is the realization of a very customer-focused release for ACCPAC, our partners, and most importantly, our clients. This major upgrade has been driven heavily by client feedback, and in response, the incorporation of substantial, tangible productivity enhancements across the entire suite," said Craig Downing, ACCPAC Vice President, Product Management. "We believe this version will help current and future clients be more productive, and more easily address their individual business needs."
August 30, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems has been selected by Paramount Hotel Group
to provide Microsoft Navision related services such as Training, Consulting, and Programming. One of the premier management and development companies in the United States, Paramount Hotel Group specializes in value-oriented management of full and limited service hotels nationwide. As an independent operator, the Paramount team has successfully managed hotels under every major brand including Marriott, Hilton, Radisson, Sheraton, Crown Plaza, Holiday Inn, Ramada and Howard Johnson. The Company possesses expertise in the areas of Hotel Operations, Acquisition/Development, Construction Management, and Technical Support Services.
August 20, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that it has been certified by ExpandIT Solutions, and is now authorized to sell and implement its Microsoft Business Solutions Navision software add-ons. Products include the ExpandIT Mobile Client that allows companies to bring contact details from their Navision system to the palm of their salespeople, and also allow the salespeople to enter orders and check inventory remotely using hand-held devices; ExpandIT Mobile Time, where a consultant can report time spent on projects defined on the back-end and approve time registrations from team members; and ExpandIT Mobile Field Service, where a service representative can take ownership of an issue created on the back-end and report time, materials spent, and status on the issue.
August 18, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems, a certified reseller of the ACCPAC Pro Series ERP software product, announced today the availability of ACCPAC FAXserve Release 7.0. FAXserve is part of the ACCPAC Messenger Series of unified messaging applications that includes fax management, voice messaging, and wireless messaging components. The new release includes significant usability enhancements, improved administration features, and more cost saving options for e-mail-based fax management.
ACCPAC FAXserve enables users to send and receive fax documents through their company network infrastructure rather than relying on cumbersome local fax machines. FAXserve includes such features as fax retrieval, imaging and annotation, and also gives users the option to use either fax hardware or hosted Internet-based faxing. An e-mail integration option is available to extend the e-mail inbox to include fax.
August 12, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems completes a business software implementation at the DCAP Group, Inc., a fast growing public company, and receives a letter of reference from Clifford Mickenberg, Director of Finance & Controller:
"A. B. Computer Systems came through for us, hitting our target dates, and going the extra mile to be sure we were up and running without missing a beat. A. B. Computer Systems' expertise, professionalism and high work ethics have provided DCAP Group with
the utmost customer satisfaction".
August 6, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. announced today that it has been selected by a New Jersey based company to provide Microsoft® Business Solutions - Navision® related services, such as training and software
development. A detailed press release will be issued by the end of August.
July 22, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today the establishment of a "Webinars" department. In addition to providing its customers with half-day and full-day on-site and off-site training sessions, ABCSI is now also offering "Live Web Based Training Seminars" (webinars) on business software related topics, such as Microsoft Business Solutions Navision, Pro Series, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SQL, Act, Goldmine, FileMaker, Crystal Reports, Warehouse Management, and Lean Manufacturing.
June 28, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. has been selected by A. K. Allen Company, Inc. to implement Microsoft® Business Solutions - Navision® and to provide all related implementation services for its three Mineola, NY based companies: Allenair, Allen Avionics, and Precision Disk Grinding.
June 21, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems received today a Letter Of Reference from its customer, Healthplex, Inc.
Valerie Vignola, CFO, wrote the following about the implementation services provided to Healthplex by ABCSI: "We are extremely pleased with the technical and customer support provided by A. B. Computer Systems. Your company did an excellent job successfully transitioning our company to the new Microsoft Navision system. We were especially pleased with the implementation team. They provided us with the experience, dedication, attention to detail and commitment to customer service necessary to effectively meet and manage all our current software needs". For more
details, please visit our Success Stories page."
June 4, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that it partnered with SimCrest, Inc. to market and implement its Product Configurator for Microsoft Navision. The Product Configurator enables companies to make advanced product configurations using a simple interface. The entire product is built and maintained inside Microsoft Navision.
The Product configurator includes both a sales and a production configurator, and is a Microsoft Certified add-on.
May 21, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today the availability of the Microsoft Business Analytics for Microsoft Business Solutions-Navision. This product helps you gain business insight, make faster and smarter decisions, and equip your employees to contribute to your growth.
Designed for midsized companies, Business Analytics turns your data into business critical information quickly and simply. It provides you with easy-to-use analytical tools for greater control over your entire business. Using Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) from Microsoft SQL Server™ 2000, Business Analytics organizes all of your business data into information units called cubes. Using a familiar Microsoft Outlook®-style interface, Business Analytics presents this information to your desktop where easy to use analytical tools allow you to carry out targeted analysis that is tailored by you, for you. To view the brochure in a Word format, please click here.
May 7, 2004 - The acquisition of ACCPAC International, Inc. by The Sage Group, plc, is now complete. David Hood, President & CEO of ACCPAC International, Inc., announced today that the acquisition of ACCPAC by The Sage Group, plc, is now complete. As part of Sage, which is known as Best Software in North America, ACCPAC is part of an organization focused exclusively on business applications for small and medium-sized businesses.
Within Sage, ACCPAC will continue to aggressively pursue its goal of providing clients with advanced, affordable business applications that provide freedom of choice – in integration options, databases, operating systems, and accessibility.
Click here to see a letter from the CEO of Best Software (PDF).
April 16, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. (ABCSI) announced today that its customer, Para Laboratories, Inc., successfully upgraded its Microsoft Business Solutions Navision software from release 2.50 to release 3.60. The upgrade was processed by ABCSI consultants and developers last weekend, and included many applications, such as Sales Order Entry, Inventory, AR, AP, GL, Purchasing, and EDI. A letter of reference
from the President of Para Laboratories is available on our web site Success Stories page.
March 15, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that it won contracts from two companies to conduct Detailed Needs Analysis Studies in preparation for the implementation of the Microsoft Business Solutions Navision ERP Software. One company was established 57 years ago and is one of the biggest privately-held Fluid Power Manufacturers in the U.S.A. The other company was established 65 years ago and is dedicated to developing and distributing Quality Specialty Foods. It has a leading national presence, a sophisticated broker network, worldwide procurement, and a state-of-the-art distribution system with 29 distribution facilities throughout the U. S. for quick and thorough service.
March 5, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announces the establishment of the "ABCSI Microsoft Business Solutions Navision User Group". All customers will receive detailed information about the first meeting to be held around June 1st, 2004.
February 23, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that its new customer, The DCAP Group, successfully switched at the beginning of this month from their previous business software to the Microsoft Business Solutions-Navision accounting software. A. B. Computer Systems' consultants provided all training, consulting, project management, customer support, data conversion and programming services.
February 12, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that its new customer, Option Metal & Glass successfully completed the implementation project of the ACCPAC Pro Series accounting software. Job Cost, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and General Ledger applications will be utilized to increase productivity and efficiency, reduce costs, and increase profits. A. B. Computer Systems' consultants provided all training, consulting, project management, customer support, and programming services.
February 5, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. is proud to announce that Dave Hollinger has joined the company as a Project Manager. Dave has served as a consultant to a wide variety of industries for more than twenty five years. Dave is APICS (American Production & Inventory Control Society) certified. He holds a CPIM (Certified in Production & Inventory Management) certification. As a project manager and consultant, he has been instrumental in successful implementations at many companies in the tri-state area.
January 26, 2004 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that its new customer, Healthplex, Inc., successfully switched at the beginning of this month from their previous business software to the Microsoft Business Solutions-Navision accounting software. A. B. Computer Systems' consultants provided all training, customer support, data conversion, consulting, project management and
programming services.
December 23, 2003 - Best Software, Inc., today announced that its UK-based parent company, The Sage Group plc, has agreed to acquire Pleasanton, California-based business management software vendor ACCPAC International, Inc. (“ACCPAC”), a subsidiary of Computer Associates International, Inc., (NYSE:CA ), for an equity value of $110 million.
“With the addition of ACCPAC’s integrated, end-to-end business management applications, Best Software will be better positioned to serve small and medium-sized businesses in North America,” said Best Software CEO Ron Verni. “This acquisition reinforces our strength in key vertical areas while giving our customers additional quality products to choose from as part of the Best Software brand.”
December 2, 2003 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that it started implementing the Microsoft Business Solutions-Navision business software at a mid-size company in Hewlett, NY. The company, who has many locations in the Northeast, evaluated a few business systems and integration companies. It selected A. B. Computer Systems (ABCSI), due to the flexibility, functionality and ease-of-use of the Navision
product, and the experience and excellent reputation of the ABCSI consultants.
November 5, 2003 - A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. is proud to announce that Joel Berman has joined the company as a Project Manager and a Software Developer. Joel has served as a consultant to a wide variety of industries for more than twenty five years. For the past seven years his main focus has been implementing the Microsoft Business Solutions-Navision software at distribution and service companies. Both as a project manager and as a Navision developer, he has been instrumental in the successful implementation, training, and software development at many companies in the tri-state area.
October 20, 2003 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that it is now offering the newly released ACCPAC Pro Series 7.2 Business Software.
Recognized for its freedom of choice and flexibility, Pro Series 7.2 continues to deliver a powerful and extensive array of features fully customizable to fit all your business needs. New features include wizard-driven productivity enhancements, international accounting capabilities, powerful operational features, and enhanced database and design features. All modules – from financial and operational to manufacturing – now make Pro Series 7.2 a complete suite and an ideal platform to deploy comprehensive end-to-end business management applications!
October 7, 2003 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that it will implement the Microsoft Business Solutions Navision system at a mid-size company in
Uniondale, NY. The company evaluated quite a few business systems and integration
companies, and selected A. B. Computer Systems (ABCSI), due to the flexibility, functionality and ease-of-use of the Navision product, and the experience and excellent reputation of the ABCSI consultants.
September 8, 2003 - A. B. Computer Systems has successfully completed an upgrade to the latest release of the Microsoft Navision software at Delta Computer Group, one of the fastest growing companies in the tri-state area. Dana Fitzpatrick, Controller, had the following comments: "You guys made it look easy yesterday. I'm just flabbergasted by the expertise of the ABCSI consultants - they are top notch. I can appreciate the work that went into this by everyone involved. I'm amazed that everything went so well". Modules implemented include Sales Orders, Purchase Orders, CRM, Inventory Management, A/R, A/P, G/L, and Service Management. For a Letter Of Reference from Delta and from other customers, please click here.
August 21, 2003 - ACCPAC Ships New Pro Series 7.2. Features International Tax Handling, Wizard-Driven Productivity Tools, End-to-End Business Management Application Integration. ACCPAC Pro Series 7.2 is also compatible with other ACCPAC solutions, offering small and mid-size businesses (SMBs) an integrated end-to-end business management suite that includes accounting, manufacturing, CRM, HR, Warehouse Management, e-commerce, EDI, and enterprise-wide reporting.
August 4, 2003 - A. B. Computer Systems has successfully completed another implementation of the Microsoft Navision software product, and the customer went live last month. A press release and a letter of reference will be posted here towards the end of August. The customer, a very successful Hauppauge based mid-size company, reported that for the first five weeks of operations it encountered no problems whatsoever, is very happy, and is planning to implement additional Microsoft Navision modules soon.
July 29, 2003 - The July Issue of the A. B. Computer Systems newsletter has been released. To read that issue, please visit our Newsletter page.
July 1, 2003 - ACCPAC International, Inc., a subsidiary of Computer Associates International, Inc. (NYSE: CA), announced the availability of ACCPAC HR Series 4.5, a human resource management package that is part of ACCPAC’s integrated suite of end-to-end business management applications for small and mid-size businesses (SMBs). Available in two editions, Corporate and Enterprise, ACCPAC HR Series 4.5 integrates with the award-winning ACCPAC Advantage Series and ACCPAC Pro Series accounting systems.
June 9, 2003 - ABCSI announces a monthly Newsletter. Sent to hundreds (and soon thousands) of business people in the NY/NJ/CT area, our free newsletter is full of information that can help your business increase
productivity, efficiency, customer satisfaction, competitiveness, and
profits. It includes articles that are very relevant to local businesses,
a calendar of many business events (see below for details), software tips and
tricks, glossary of important business terms, and an opportunity for each reader
to feature their business, and to tell other readers about their products and
services.
May 5, 2003 - ACCPAC announced the release of ACCPAC Messenger 1.1, the latest version of the company’s integrated, network-based unified messaging system. ACCPAC Messenger is a cost-effective application for managing voicemail, call center and fax communication that now scales from small and mid-size businesses (SMBs) to the enterprise.
April 2, 2003 - A. B. Computer Systems announced today that two integrated Navision E-Commerce solutions are now available, and can be implemented for any of its customers who run the Microsoft Navision business software: The first product is the 'Navision Commerce Portal', an application
that is part of the Microsoft Navision 3.6 offering. This system
supports both 'Business To Business' & 'Business To Consumer' on-line
transactions. The second offering is an add-on called 'Nav-To-Net', a product that supports 'Business To Consumer' on-line transactions.
March 4, 2003 - ACCPAC Expands Cost-Effective Internet-Based EDI Solution With IBM Business Exchange Services and Cyclone Commerce. Integration of Cyclone Commerce AS2 Connections with IBM Business Exchange Services Improves Connectivity to Wal-Mart and other Retail Trading Communities.
February 25, 2003 - A. B. Computer Systems (ABCSI) has announced today that it started developing a CRM add-on for Delta Computer Group, a fast growing company in Farmingdale, NY.
Dana Fitzpatrick, Delta's Controller, described the company and the project: "We require an extremely knowledgeable Navision service provider who understands our company and the way we do business, and what goals we need to achieve with our system. We chose A. B. Computer Systems for their very high level of expertise and degree of professionalism. Their support and dedication to the project has been exemplary. A. B. Computer Systems is currently upgrading our system to the latest product, Navision Attain 3.6, and they've also started working on a major customization project to the new CRM-Marketing & Sales Management module."
January 14, 2003 - ACCPAC International, Inc., a subsidiary of Computer Associates International, Inc. (NYSE: CA), announced today that it has acquired all assets of AGS Software, Inc. of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, including the point-of-sale (POS) software developed by AGS. The POS application offers extensive storefront automation, an intuitive web-based interface and support for multi-site operations.
December 10, 2002 - A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. has been selected by American Scholar to implement Microsoft® Business Solutions-Navision and to provide all related implementation, consulting and support services.
"We selected A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. (ABCSI) and Microsoft Business Solutions-Navision after looking at many possible solutions in the industry. ABCSI's extensive experience, professionalism, and flexibility played a big role in making our decision," said Dave Rao, executive vice president of American Scholar. "We are very excited about this new partnership with ABCSI. We hope that its extensive knowledge base and experience will prove fruitful in developing our customized container tracking solution and EDI capabilities in time for our busy back-to-school season."
November 25, 2002 - A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. has started implementing the latest release of the Microsoft® Business Solutions-Navision® application, an integrated business management solution designed for small to medium-sized companies. One installation is now complete, and more are scheduled for the next few months.
This latest release of Microsoft Business Solutions-Navision enables ABCSI's customers to increase productivity and efficiency, reduce costs, increase customer satisfaction, and increase profit. Navision 3.60 includes new features such as Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for organizing warehouse layout, and an automated data capture system (ADCS) that uses radio-frequency technology to keep track of all inventory in stock.
October 22, 2002 - A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. has been selected by Davis Aircraft Products Co., Inc. to implement Microsoft® Business Solutions-Navision and to provide all related implementation, consulting and support services.
The following Microsoft Business Solutions-Navision modules will be implemented: Sales Orders, Invoicing, CRM, Inventory, Manufacturing, Purchase Orders, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and General Ledger. ABCSI will provide the software and all installation, integration, training, consulting, project management, programming and testing services.
October 3, 2002 - A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. has been selected by Delta Computer Group, Inc. to implement Microsoft® Business Solutions - Navision and to provide all related services.
Microsoft Business Solutions-Navision will enable Delta's employees to be more productive and efficient, and it will allow for future growth and higher profitability. Also, in order to increase productivity and customer satisfaction, Delta will utilize a Citrix based system to allow its salespeople and field engineers to remotely access the solution.
September 18, 2002 - ABCSI has been selected by Davis Aircraft
Products to implement Microsoft® Business Solutions - Navision and to provide all related services.
August 20, 2002 - ACCPAC International announced today that ACCPAC Pro Series version 7.0 is now shipping worldwide. Designed for small to medium size businesses who demand end-to-end business integration between their back office accounting and vital front end functions, ACCPAC Pro Series 7.0 provides advanced accounting features, Microsoft SQL Server 2000 support, plus the ability to modify the source code to meet specific business needs.
July 18, 2002 - ACCPAC is excited to introduce ACCPAC Pro Series Manufacturing! With the acquisition of the full line of products developed by Lahey Software, ACCPAC now offers another key component to our end-to-end business management application strategy.
July 11, 2002 - Microsoft Corporation today announced that it acquires Navision a/s as a result of the successful close of the tender offer this week. As a result of the acquisition, originally announced on May 7, 2002, Navision will become part of Microsoft Business Solutions.
May 30, 2002 - Navision U.S. and Navision Canada are pleased to announce Navision Attain North American 3.10.a – a collaborative business management solution that, together with our Navision business and implementation methodologies, gives our customers and valued business partners the fastest way to realize the full potential of their business.
May 7, 2002 - Microsoft Corp. today announced it has reached an agreement to acquire Navision, a global provider of integrated business software solutions. The acquisition will bring together the complementary geographic and product strengths of Navision with Microsoft Great Plains Business Solutions, enhancing Microsoft’s ability to deliver interconnected .NET business solutions for small and midmarket businesses.
April 5, 2002 - Pro Series 6.5 Just Keeps Getting Better - ACCPAC CFO is now integrated. We are pleased to announce that Pro Series Enterprise Edition 6.5 now includes CFO Lite FREE with the installation of General Ledger, plus the ability to upgrade to CFO Full! CFO is an interactive solution that provides you with a one page financial scorecard, presenting key information and indicators on what drives your business.
March 1, 2002 - TIW announces that WorkShop 7.6 and shopLink
3.0 Manufacturing Software have been shipped.
February 19, 2002 - IBM and Navision today announced a new global alliance to deliver affordable, integrated e-business solutions that meet the unique needs of fast-growing small and medium-sized businesses.
January 8, 2002 - ACCPAC and Eicon Team Up to Provide Cost-Effective All-in-one Fax and Remote Access Solution.
January 7, 2002 - Best Software and Tax Compliance, Incorporated Partner to Provide Comprehensive Software Solution to Customers.
