Open Systems InterDynBMI

Save The Date: TRAVERSE v11 LAUNCH!

2009-08-27T14:19:00.000-05:00

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE MUCH ANTICIPATED RELEASE EVENT FOR TRAVERSE v11!
When: October 22nd, 20098:30-9:00
Registration and coffee9:00-11:00 TRAVERSE v11
Overview11:00-12:00 Lab and light lunch

Where: InterDyn BMI Office2277 West Hwy 362nd FloorRoseville MN 55113

For more information and registration - click here.

OSAS & TRAVERSE - Tips & Tricks – Customer Portal available online 24/7

2009-07-23T09:57:00.000-05:00

Did you know if you are current on your maintenance that Open Systems has a customer portal site you can create a login to access OSAS or Traverse information for no extra cost? This is a great resource tool that is available 24/7 and an area Open Systems hopes to keep enhancing.

Information that can found on the customer portal is:

· Support Documentation including User Tips and Year End Checklists

· Searchable Knowledge database

· User Guides

· Recorded Online Training and Demos – videos you can watch online

· Enhancement Lists for current versions and/or upcoming versions

· Payroll tax compliance paper changes

· Product Information for all modules available

· Traverse 11 Resource Area – White papers, Executive Briefing and recorded demos highlighting some of the changes.

· Listing of upcoming End user classes - **Note there is a cost to the classes.

· Ability to enter product suggestions for future versions

If you do not currently have a login, We recommend creating one to at least check out some of the resources available to you that areincluded with your yearly maintenance. To do so go to http://www.osas.com/ click on Sign In in the very top right hand corner and then scroll to the bottom and click on Register for Open Systems Customer Portal.

OSAS & Traverse Module of the Month: June

2009-06-04T10:09:00.000-05:00

June Module of the Month: Sales Order Freight Import

Save your company time and money by linking your UPS WorldShip®, FedExShip Manager® or USPS directly to your OSAS® and TRAVERSE® Sales Order transactions. The Freight Import integrates seamlessly into your Sales Order module and is available for TRAVERSE® 10.x and OSAS 7.X.

Freight Import features:

Pass the Ship To address information from your Sales Order transactions into UPS Worldship® and FedEx Ship Manager® for address label printing
Import the calculated freight charges back into Sales Order
Allows for freight discounting based on Shipper Number as part of the freight import process

Include the optional shipment tracking number as part of the import
This option will also provide the additional benefit of search capability within Sales Order screens by the shipment tracking number
Click here for the module of the month brochure.

Freight Import Cost Benefits:

Your employee time is saved two-fold by eliminating duplicate data entry of both the Ship To address information into shipping software and the freight charges back into
Sales Order

Virtually eliminate keying errors caused by duplicate data entry

Automatically apply shipper discounts

SAVE 20% on Sales Order Freight Import FIRST HOUR FREE OF INSTALLATION OR TRAINING!

If you are interested in this module please click here to contact InterDyn BMI.

promotion ends: 6/30/2009

Open Systems, Inc. announces 0% financing - Now that's refreshing! Click here for details!

Open Systems, Inc. announces 0% financing - Now that's refreshing!

2009-06-02T09:21:00.000-05:00

There is no better time to upgrade your software system, add more users, or get the tools and resources you need to move your business forward.

Purchase or upgrade any TRAVERSE or OSAS applications by July 31st and get interest-free financing from Open Systems--and when we say "interest free", we mean it! There are no hidden costs or fees. You may also choose to pay up front to get a discount.

In addition to the 0% financing, InterdynBMI will be offering specials on services related to the promotion.

This is a great promotion that allows you to spread out your software costs over 6 months with no extra fees involved. You do need to pay by ACH automatic payments or prepay 2 months to get started. It can be used for any of the following:
• Adding additional user counts to your current system
• Adding additional applications to your current system (see list of applications below)
• OSAS Clients that want to migrate to Traverse
• Clients who are not current on maintenance and would like to upgrade

For more information on 0% Interest Financing from Open Systems and special professional service pricing, contact InterDyn BMI at 651-639-0575.

Promotion Details:

OSAS Applications
New Applications:
Enhanced Payroll Tax Reporting, Banking, OSAS Web B2B, eLinkCart for OSAS or InfoAlert

Existing Applications:
General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Sales Order, Accounts Payable, Purchase Order, Inventory, BOM/Kitting, Payroll, Direct Deposit, Bank Reconciliation, Fixed Assets, Job Cost or Contractors Job Cost

For spec sheets or demos on the applications above click here http://www.osas.com/content.asp?ID=DPEL14FS0E&AID=MPEMEV0SVH

Traverse Applications
New Applications:
Mobile Order, Mobile Warehouse, DRP (Distribution Requirements Planning), Warehouse Management, Banking, Enhanced Payroll Tax Reporting, CRM (Customer Relationship Management) or Web application suite

Reporting Applications:
Advanced Information Analyst, Advanced Financial Analyst, Synoptix or InfoAlert

Existing Applications:
General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Sales Order, Accounts Payable, Purchase Order, Inventory, BOM/Kitting, Payroll, Direct Deposit, Bank Reconciliation, Fixed Assets, Point of Sale, Project Costing, Service Director, Not-For-Profit or Manufacturing Suite applications

For spec sheets or demos on the applications above click here http://www.osas.com/content.asp?ID=5GEL14FI1C&AID=GGEMEUQDYU

OSAS & TRAVERSE MODULE OF THE MONTH

2009-05-04T07:26:00.000-05:00

THIS MONTH'S MODULES IS: Info - Alert!
A total solution for secure, efficient electronic banking

Info - Alert automatically scans your business data daily looking for any information that meets the peramaters you have defined. Once, found alerts are generated and the notifications process begins. For more inoformation on the Info - Alert, click here

With Info-Alert, you define a specific set of parameters. When conditions occur that meet those parameters, an alert is sent-via email or report-to those individuals assigned to receive the notification (employees, customers, vendors, etc.).

There are many predefined alerts, includingthose in categories such as Accounts Receivable, Order Entry, Inventory and Purchasing. For eachpre-defi ned alert, you can establish a set of criteria; for example, "Only review customers assignedto a specifi c sales rep."

Info-Alert is quick and easy to install. Once it is set up, Info-Alert will run unattended, reviewing your data for information you have requested. Info-Alert can also be configured to send dunning letters to your customers, send requests to vendors for the status of late shipments, automatically update credit hold flags in your customer record and much more.For live demo of the Info - Alert module click here

Don't foreget to register for the TRAVERSE 11 @ 11 Preview Webinar!

We are rapidly approaching the release of TRAVERSE v11! This much anticipated release has continued to receive accolades from our Partners and End Users alike, with its advanced inquiry, reporting and personalization features, which allow users to easily access key business data and transform the way they do business.

TRAVERSE 11 @ 11 - WEBINAR
In the month of May, we will be partnering with Open Systems to provide you live demonstrations of the Travaerse 11. These webinars will take place every Thursday at 11am.

If you would like to register for the TRAVERSE 11 @ 11, please email audra.carlisle@interdynbmi.com and let us know which day you would like to attend (May 7,14,21,or 28)

TRAVERSE v11

2009-04-17T13:28:00.000-05:00

Here's your chance to see the new and upcoming release of TRAVERSE 11.

Open Systems will be giving a free demonstration on the much anticipated release of TRAVERSE v11. This newest release brings TRAVERSE to the forefront with .NET technology. Our demonstration will last approximately one hour, starting at 11 a.m. Central time (April 23 & 30).

If you would like to attend, please email audra.carlisle@interdynbmi.com with the date that you would like to attend.

You will receive a confirmation email once you have been registered. Spaces are limited so please sign up early!

Click here to check out the InterDnBMI TRAVERSE 11 page!

Reminder: Open Systems Customer Excellence Conference

2009-03-23T08:10:00.000-05:00

Just a reminder to register for the Open Systems Customer Excellence Conference!

Sign up at www.osas.com. (Hotel rooms are only $60/night - a great deal)!

At the conference, you will increase your proficiency with your software, uncover new ways to improve your business processes, and get a first-hand look at the newest solutions from Open Systems. You'll also meet other TRAVERSE and OSAS users, and you will have opportunities to meet one-on-one with Open Systems software experts in the Learning Lab.In addition, your registration includes a FREE Success Orienteering workshop presented by Bret Romney of Ascend Strategies. This is a very popular workshop, designed to keep you and your team focused, motivated and working together. The workshop is a pre-conference event that will take place from 1-5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9th.Your conference registration fee includes all materials, breakfast and lunch on Wednesday and Thursday, and dinner and entertainment Wednesday evening.

Attire is Business Casual.

If you have any questions about the conference, give us a call, call Karla Terry or Lori Ritzer at 651-639-0575

Open Systems Customer Excellence Conference

2009-01-27T08:00:00.000-06:00

Mark your calendar for the 4th Annual
Open Systems Customer Excellence Conference,
June 9 – 11, 2009
at the South Point Hotel and Casino in sunny Las Vegas.
Visit www.osas.com for more information and to register.

Please join InterDyn BMI and Open Systems for the fourth annual Open Systems Customer Excellence Conference! At the conference, you and a host of your fellow TRAVERSE and OSAS users will expand your knowledge of our products, discover ways to improve your business processes, and get a first-hand look at our newest products. Whether you're a first-timer or a repeat attendee, you can network with other users, meet one-on-one with your Open Systems authorized partner, and take part in lively discussions about our software--and your business!

Reminder Fall Promotion from Open Systems

2008-10-23T16:17:00.000-05:00

Open Systems- Fall Promotion

Choose from any accounting, distribution or manufacturing application - or take a look at Info-Alert, a powerful tool that monitors your business data and provides automated alerts (for example, customers who have open invoices or are on credit hold, inventory items below minimum, etc.)

*Offer expires 10/31/2008 and excludes maintenance and support, TRAVERSE Advanced Financial Analyst and Advanced Information Analyst, Synoptix for TRAVERSE, and Enhanced Payroll Tax Reporting for OSAS and TRAVERSE.

For more information email info@interdynbmi.com

InterDyn BMI
2277 West Hwy 36
Suite 300
Roseville, MN 55113

Special Deals from InterDyn BMI: You can add more users this month and SAVE!

2008-09-14T12:31:00.000-05:00

Is your business growing? Do future plans call for more

users on your OSAS or TRAVERSE system?

You can add more users this month and SAVE!

A limited time special offer from Open Systems!

Through Sept. 30th, you can:

Add 1 user - save 10%
Add 2 users - save 20%
Add 3 or more users - save 30%

Add users and save by calling InterDyn BMI your local authorized OSAS or TRAVERSE reseller, at 651-639-0575 or email karla.terry@interdynbmi.com

*Discount is off of New User pricing on OSAS Resource Manager or TRAVERSE System Manager. Does not apply to Maintenance cost.* must be current on maintenance

OSAS 2008 Customer Excellence Conference

2008-07-25T16:52:00.000-05:00

2008 Customer Excellence Conference
The Open Systems Customer Excellence Conference is an annual educational event for OSI software users. It's a great opportunity to meet and network with other OSAS and TRAVERSE users, and to learn more about your software from the experts at Open Systems.

The 2008 conference will be held Wednesday, October 8 - Friday, October 10.

Marriott City Center – Minneapolis, MN
Wednesday, October 8th – Friday, October, 10th

Early registration ends July 23rd. The registration fee includes conference materials, breakfasts, lunches, technology expo, welcome reception on Wednesday and dinner and entertainment on Thursday.

Early Bird Costs: $795/if current on maintenance or $895/if not current
Standard Costs: $895/if current on maintenance or $995/if not current
Multiple Users from same company Cost: $695

Link to Open Systems website for info:
http://www.osas.com/content.asp?ID=JBEMTHF5GR&AID=8AFCP5C6OL
Link to Registration Information:
http://www.osas.com/apps/euconference2008.htm

InterDyn BMI is 2007-2008 Top 25 Open Systems, Inc. Partner

2008-06-18T11:58:00.000-05:00

InterDyn BMI is 2007-2008
Top 25 Open Systems, Inc. Partner

(June 18), 2008 – InterDyn BMI has been named a Top 25 partner selling Open Systems software products in the United States. Based in Roseville, MN, InterDyn BMI was honored for outstanding sales performance at the 2008 Open Systems Partners in Profit Conference on June 12th. The Top 25 Partner award was presented to John Hendrickson, CEO of InterDyn BMI.

“These awards serve as a way for us to honor our partner channel, especially those who have made exceptional contributions to our success and that of their clients,” said Open Systems VP of Sales Paul Lundquist. “These award recipients are true leaders in the industry, and we congratulate InterDyn BMI on their hard work, dedication and innovation on a job well done over the last twelve months.”

The Open Systems Partners in Profit Conference offers valuable networking opportunities, as well as educational sessions and exhibits for individual vertical products. The awards banquet was held in the Marriott City Center hotel in downtown Minneapolis. Open Systems will host its third end user conference in Minneapolis October 8 – 10.

About InterDyn BMI
InterDyn BMI focuses on integrating and delivering all aspects of a client's business needs including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), e-Commerce, Systems Engineering, Business Process Consulting and Custom Application Development. InterDyn BMI's experience, proven methodologies and world- class consultants ensure customer success on every level. www.interdynbmi.com

For further information:

(Audra Clair, Marketing Manager)
Phone: (651) 639-0575
Email: audra.clair@interdynbmi.com
www.interdynbmi.com

About Open Systems, Inc.Founded in 1976 on the premise of delivering powerful accounting software solutions to small and mid-market customers, Open Systems is a single-source provider of accounting, distribution, manufacturing, not-for-profit, CRM and eBusiness solutions. Products include OSAS for Windows, UNIX, and Linux users; TRAVERSE for the Microsoft platform; and TRAVERSE eBusiness Solutions. Source code for Open Systems products is provided at no additional cost. For more information on Open Systems products, call 800-328-2276 or visit www.osas.com

Economic Stimulus Act Of 2008

2008-05-28T13:49:00.000-05:00

Economic Stimulus Act Of 2008

Increased Section 179 Expensing for businesses: Now up to a maximum of $250,000 in 2008.

And!

50% first year bonus depreciation: IRS provision applies to software placed in service before January 1, 2009

Combine tax savings with a Microsoft Financing Offer: Acquire new software solutions today and improve your IT environment while deferring the cash outlay
Drive business productivity up!
Enjoy current year tax savings: Improve current year profitability and cash flow while leveraging the benefits of increased future productivity that results from the deployment of new assets

Example of 50% Bonus Depreciation in Action

Spend$300K on upgrading softwareSoftware is treated under tax law as having a 3-year recovery period for depreciation purposes
Bonus depreciation on $300,000 at 50% is $150,000.00; an additional $50,000 is allowed representing 1/3 the remaining $150,000
Total tax depreciation for 2008 is $200,000!
2008 tax savings is $64,000.00 ($200,000 x 32%) assuming a 32% marginal Federal
Income Tax rate
Without bonus depreciation: A business could only claim depreciation in the first year of $100,000 (1/3 of $300,000)

Fall Promotion - 30% off Info-Alert or Banking through December 21, 2007

2007-12-17T16:01:00.000-06:00

Act now to receive 30% off Info-Alert or Banking applications but hurry, this is a limited time offer! Check out some of the important features of these applications:

Info-Alert
• Alerts that warn you to take action on
information you’ve selected
• Select actions to be reports, emails,
or faxes
• You define the parameters of the alerts

Banking
• A total solution for secure, electronic banking
• Direct deposit and ACH features
• Fraud control and loss prevention

Don’t wait, call today! 651-639-0575

InterDyn BMI - Industry Leading Microsoft Dynamic Products

2007-09-26T11:17:00.000-05:00

Established in 1985, InterDyn Business Microvar's (Microsoft Gold Certified Partner) mission is to enhance the lives of its employees and customers by working together to provide quality business solutions.

Industry Leading Products: We pride ourselves on representing and being a top partner with the leading software providers in the marketplace. These products include Microsoft Dynamics GP (formerly Microsoft Great Plains) , Microsoft Dynamics CRM (formerly Microsoft CRM), Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Microsoft Axapta), Microsoft Dynamics RMS (Microsoft Retail Management System), iMIS- Nonprofit Solution, and Open Systems and Traverse.

Experience: We have been helping businesses understand the scope, manage the installation, and support critical business software applications since 1985. We have completed over 1,000 implementations and we are currently working with more than 500 active clients to provide ongoing support services.

Proven Methodology: We commit to each client that the appropriate professionals will be assigned to understand your unique requirements, develop a project plan, and implement a total solution.

First Class Support: We stand by you with a fully staffed and an available (from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST) help desk of experienced support professionals.

Lifetime Relationships: We are known within the industry for the customer community we foster. To support our clients, we host periodic customer focus groups and seminars, quarterly user group meetings and an annual user conference.

The Bottom Line: We are able to help small to mid-size companies by improving there own client relationship management and back office operations. With Microsoft-centric solutions, proven methodologies and years of experience, our clients are gaining the edge they need to compete and win.

Ethical Business Practices: We must conduct ourselves with the highest level of integrity and treat all individuals in our business community with dignity and respect.
InterDyn Business Microvar is committed to both clients and employees in developing a teaming atmosphere, company and employee growth and building the knowledge and the skills that will continue to benefit each of our customers.

OSAS & TRAVERSE Welcome

2007-09-20T09:48:00.000-05:00

We at InterDyn Business Microvar value your business and we want you to make the most of your investment. We have created this blog to highlight important information regarding Open Systems and Traverse software. The blog updates will contain: news, events, and links to important product update information and commonly-used knowledge based articles.

Thank you for joining!

Printing from Open Systems or Traverse to a PDF file

2007-04-16T15:03:00.000-05:00

Periodically I get asked how can you print forms or reports to a .pdf file. Just sharing some options for you. One is to buy the Adobe PDF writer, but if you don't want to buy a software, there are PDF converters you can download for free. One PDF converter to check out is www.dopdf.com.

Basically what PDF converters do is install a virtual printer (Ex: Dopdf) in your Windows printers list. Then when you are in OSAS or TRAVERSE, you would select the PDF Printer vs. your actual printer to print a report. Now you can save it as a .pdf file or e-mail the file. You can also use this with any other software applications you can print from like Word or Excel.

Traverse 10.5 Web Demos in April

2007-04-03T15:56:00.000-05:00

Open Systems, Inc is offering free 1 hour web seminars on the upcoming release of Traverse 10.5. If you currently are on Traverse, this is a great way to get a first look at the many enhancents. If you currently are on OSAS, feel free to sit in on this web demo as well. It is a great way to see what Traverse is all about.

TRAVERSE v10.5 Road Show Presentation via the Internet
For Partners, Users and Prospects!
If you were unable to attend the Open Systems 2006 Road Show, we’re offering a great opportunity for you, to see what's new (and for OSAS Partners and Users to see what you might be missing)!
Internet demonstrations (approx. 1 hr.) will be offered at 10:00 am Central Time on:
April 5
April 20
April 26
Click Here to Register Now or call us at 651-746-1700.

What is Open Systems?

2007-02-14T17:02:00.000-06:00

Open Systems has developed accounting software and business applications for small to medium-sized businesses across many industries since 1976. Open Systems, Inc. provide source code and offer the flexibility to choose from a number of platforms, including Linux or Microsoft. Open Systems, Inc. offers single source solutions for all your business needs, from your back office to industry-specific and Internet solutions. Open Systems offers the best price-to-performance ratio in its market category. Combine that with scalability, affordability, open source code, vertical solutions and over 30 years of experience, and you'll see why Open Systems needs to be on your short list of software solutions.

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