ACS Microshop System Overview

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System Overview

 

Microshop is a fully-interactive manufacturing and cost accounting software system designed specifically for the management of job shops, build-to-order shops, and order driven and make-to-stock shops.  Years of experience invested in manufacturing software systems ensure Microshop’s flexibility and ease-of-use while providing one of the most comprehensive systems available anywhere.

 

 

BENEFITS

Phased implementation plans accommodate any company’s budget and resources.

Modular system design.

Fully-integrated processing.

Easy to modify.

Complete audit trails for all processing provided throughout.

Job histories for future quoting.

Up-to-date billing against jobs.

Improved customer service.

Latest efficiency data for improved decisions.

 

FEATURES

Multicompany

The system can accommodate up to 99 companies.

Multiuser

Designed for multiuser systems with record and file-locking features, multiple printer support, and extensive security options.

Parameter Driven

User-defined control records configure processing to individual requirements, minimizing system modifications and maximizing operator efficiency.

Security

Three levels of security control access by program, by menu, or by terminal.

Pass-through Menu Capability

Bypass menu hierarchies with pass-through codes that access any program from any menu.

User-defined Screens

Setup features make it easy to modify the appearance of menus and some entry screens for individual use.

User-defined Reports

A variety of sort options produce reports with only the information that is necessary. Paper sizes, multiple-part forms, and multiple copies can also be selected.

Window Searches

Alphabetical, item number, and code searches are available wherever appropriate throughout the system.

Faster Processing

Multikeyed database files allow rapid access and updating even with very large files.

Data Verification

System-wide error checking and input verification promote confidence in the integrity of processing.

Operator Prompts

Prompts at each input level provide instructions, and explain default values and valid entries.

 

FEATURES

Editing Capablities

Full editing capabilities are available during document entry. Easily retrieve open documents to edit after original entry. Reprint options are available for many documents.

Facet-processing Inquires

Extensive inquiry features in each module permit quick displays of virtually all current and historical information. Facet processing provides multiple inquiry modes within each feature. View all records in a selected mode, or view individual records in all of the featured modes.

 

MODULES

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Bar Code Data Collection

Bill of Materials

Command Central

General Ledger

Intelligent Query Report Writer

Inventory

Job Cost

Job Stream

Orders & Invoicing

Payroll

Purchase Orders

Quoting & Estimating

Sales Analysis

Scheduling

VSI-FAX

 

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