Happy New Year from CMS

Wishing you good health, happiness, and success in the coming year and always. We look forward to a great 2015 together!

From Everyone at Computer Management,
Happy New Year!

Please be advised that in observance of the New Year holiday, CMS will be closed Thursday, January 1st and Friday, January 2nd. CMS will re-open on Monday, January 5th at 8:30 am (EST).

JANUARY HAPPENINGS

JOIN US: FREE JANUARY SAGE 100 INFO-SESSIONS

Sales Tax for the New Year
Thursday, January 8th 2:00 pm

Take Back Control with Sage Inventory Advisor
Thursday, January 15th 1:00 pm

Sage 100 for Marine: A complete solution for your marine business
Thursday, January 22nd 3:30 pm

For Webcast Descriptions, Click Here

REGISTER NOW! CALL LISA AT 860.399.4215 x.216 or VIA E-MAIL: lmaxwell@cmsct.com

Wishing you a Happy Holiday Season!

One of the real joys of the holiday season is the opportunity to say thank you.

Best wishes for peace and joy this holiday season and a New Year of health, happiness, and prosperity. Our sincerest appreciation for your business and friendship. We are looking forward to a mutually rewarding and beneficial 2015 together!

From Everyone at Computer Management Services (CMS)

Please be advised that in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays, CMS will be closed Thursday, December 25th, Friday, December 26th, Thursday, January 1st and Friday, January 2nd. CMS will re-open on the Monday, December 29th and Monday, January 5th at 8:30 am (EST).

Sugar-and-Spice Nuts

SERVINGS: MAKES 5 CUPS

3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon chile powder
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 large egg white
2 cups raw cashews (9 ounces)
2 cups raw almonds (9 ounces)

Preheat the oven to 300°. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. In a small bowl, whisk the sugar with the salt, chile powder, cinnamon and cayenne pepper. In a large bowl, beat the egg white until frothy. Add the cashews, almonds and spiced sugar and toss. Spread out the nuts on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes, stirring once, until browned. Let the nuts cool on the baking sheet, stirring occasionally.

Analyzing Point-of-Sale data: Point-of-Sale (POS)

Companies that embrace collaboration and deliver data-driven analysis bring more value to their retailers and stay ahead of the ever-changing needs of the consumer.

•How do I effectively consolidate and manage POS data from my retailers?

•How can I turn POS data into actionable information?

•How can I use POS data to increase collaboration with retailers?

Join us on Wednesday, December 17 at 1 pm EST to learn how to turn POS analytics data into actionable intelligence.

This 30-minute webinar to:

•Understand the key trends driving analytics growth in omnichannel retail

•Learn how to use point-of-sale (POS) analytics to enhance collaboration, drive higher sell-through and improve inventory performance

•Hear case studies from well-known retailers and consumer brands

•Demo of the POS Analytics Solution

Register now by contacting Lisa Maxwell at lmaxwell@cmsct.com or 860.399.4215 x.216.

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving from Computer Management!

Thanksgiving brings to mind the people we cherish most which is why today is filled with thoughts of you.

From All of Us at Computer Management Services (CMS)

"Gratitude can transform common days into Thanksgiving, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings." - William Arthur Ward

Please be advised that in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, CMS will be closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th. CMS will re-open on Monday, December 1st at 8:30 am (eastern).




Whiskey-Glazed Sweet Potatoes

4 large sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds)
1 cup pecans
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the dish
1/2 cup agave nectar (preferably amber)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup whiskey
Kosher salt
3 crisp apples (such as McIntosh or Cortland), peeled, halved, cored and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices

Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet (do not pierce) and bake 30 to 40 minutes. Lightly squeeze the potatoes: If they're slightly soft, they're done. Let cool.

Lightly toast the pecans in a medium saute pan over high heat, shaking the pan occasionally, about 3 minutes. Add the butter, then reduce the heat to medium and stir in the agave, cinnamon, nutmeg and cayenne; let simmer 4 to 5 minutes. Add the whiskey and 1/2 teaspoon salt; simmer 5 more minutes.

Butter the bottom and sides of an 8-inch-square baking dish. Remove the peel from the sweet potatoes and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange the sweet potato and apple slices in the prepared pan, alternating. Pour the whiskey-pecan mixture over the top. Cover with aluminum foil and bake 15 minutes. Remove the foil and baste the top with the whiskey sauce that's collected in the bottom of the pan; continue baking until the apples are soft and glazed, about 18 more minutes.

Recipe courtesy Guy Fieri for Food Network Magazine

Sage 100 Fall Newsletter - Free Download

As a leading Sage 100 ERP consultant in New England, we strive to provide you with the latest information to run your business smoothly.

Now that Fall has arrived, so has our Fall newsletter. This newly release four-page newsletter created exclusively by CMS gives you a informative outlook on the newest trends, happenings and news.

Take a look, click here to read on.

DO YOU KNOW THE TOP 10 TRICKS TO AUDIT PROOF YOUR BUSINESS?

Join our info-session on November 11th at 1 pm eastern to learn how you can make your sales tax processes MUCH easier. These 10 tricks will help you spend less time and money while audit-proofing your business. Join this live, 30-minute session for the top 10 best-kept secrets to make sales tax easier.

We will show you:
• Simplify your returns process
• Track exemptions with ease
• Take care of any notices
• And much more...

Don't Miss Out. Join Us:
Date: November 11, 2014
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Online

Register with Lisa today via phone 860.399.4215 x216 or e-mail at lmaxwell@cmsct.com.

Integrating Time Clocks, Payroll and Time and Attendance

Last Chance to Join Us Today

Wednesday, October 15th 2:00 pm

Now you can synchronize employee and payroll data between Sage 100 ERP and TimeMaster™ with the click of a button. Our standard out-of-the-box integration is bi-directional and updates employee information, including department, job, supervisor, and much more directly into TimeMaster directly from Sage 100 ERP so there is no double entry. It also interfaces your TimeMaster time and attendance data including time punches, pay codes, job codes, absence codes, disbursements, shift codes (and more) directly into Sage 100 ERP, making payroll a breeze! In addition, we will be reviewing workforce management tools that expand beyond time & attendance. Job Costing, Benefits Accruals, Business Intelligence-Reports, and Workplace Security are just a few of the other aspects of workforce management that can be delivered.

Contact Dena immediately if you want to attend - 860.399.4215 x202 or dpoblete@cmsct.com.

6 Benefits of Implementing Document Management

As Sage 100 ERP consultants, we know that document management (paperless) is not only the ‘green’ way to go, it literally helps you save time and money. If you are Sage 100 ERP customer, document management solutions offer a great option new ways to save time and money. So how are you managing your documents today? If you are looking for document management solutions, make sure you look for the following benefits.

Our Sage 100 ERP team of expert consultants at Computer Management Services (CMS) can help you integrate a unique document storage solution allowing electronic documents to be stored, viewed and accessed directly within Sage 100 ERP. This Sage 100 ERP document management solution provides easy access to documents relating to specific records. Now you can save time and money and increase productivity.

Top Benefits of Implementing Document Management

Easy Access: Store, view, access, search, and share important documents that relate to specific records in Sage 100 ERP, such as Customers, Vendors, Items, Bill of Materials, Work Orders, Sales Orders, Jobs and Employees.

Document Tagging: As documents are stored, they may also be “tagged” with specific keywords. Once tagged, users can search all stored documents based on specific keywords.

Master Search: This feature allows users to search all documents based on File Name, Keywords and Document Source.

Paperless Office Integration: Checks, Orders, Invoices, and Statements are automatically stored in PDF format within the appropriate Vendor or Customer directory.

Security: Specific user security privileges can be defined and applied for each module.

Cloud Storage: Designed to interface directly with Microsoft’s OneDrive cloud storage product.

With this combination, documents are readily available for easy access and display in the cloud.

Document management (paperless) IS AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING SAGE 100 ERP MODULES: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Inventory Management, Purchase Order, and Sales Order.
Do you want to know more about this document management solution? Contact Dena today at 860.399.4215 or via e-mail at dpoblete@cmsct.com.

October calendar of Sage 100 ERP web events

CMS is happy to release our October calendar of Sage 100 ERP web events. These informative webcast are free. Each webcast has a live presenter (not recorded), so bring your questions and get informed!

Happy October!

Introducing InstaDocs: Cost Effective Document Management for Sage 100 ERP - Tuesday, October 7th 2:00 pm

Integrating Time Clocks, Payroll, and Time and Attendance - Wednesday, October 15th 2:00 pm

A Complete Solution for your Business with Sage 100 for Marine Industry - Thursday, October 21st 11:00 am

EDI - End to End - Get the Facts - Tuesday, October 28th 2:00 pm

For a completed detailed description of each webcast, click here.

To register, contact Dena at 860.399.4215 x202 or via e-mail at dpoblete@cmsct.com.
We have some great topics this month so don't miss out and register today!

Fixed Asset Process: Beyond Depreciation

Join us for Fixed Asset Process: Beyond Depreciation on Thursday, September 18th 3:30 pm

Fixed Asset Process: Beyond Depreciation Learn about the very real dangers inputting inaccurate data can have on your bottom line. Whether you're a small office with a bunch of computers and office furniture or a big manufacturer with a warehouse full of machinery, this informative webcast will show you how the physical aspects of your fixed assets have major impacts on the financial aspects. We will be covering: Effective Fraud Prevention, Reduction in Theft, Insurance, and Taxes and Preparation for a disaster.

REGISTER NOW!

CALL DENA AT 860.399.4215 x.202 or VIA E-MAIL: dpoblete@cmsct.com

Back to School with Sage 100 ERP

Free Sage 100 ERP Webcasts
School is back in session. Join us to learn how you can enhance your Sage 100 ERP system. Take an hour or two and invest in some of our free upcoming September webcasts. Each webcast is customized to meet the needs of Sage 100 ERP system users, providing solutions that can increase your company's efficiency and productivity.

Here is a snapshot of what we are offering:

Spending too much time worrying about your inventory?
Tuesday, September 2nd 1:00 pm

Go Sage Mobile, Be Successful, Anytime, Anywhere
Thursday, September 4th 3:30 pm

Smooth Sailing for your business with Sage 100 for Marine and CMS
Thursday, September 16th 3:30 pm

Fixed Asset Process: Beyond Depreciation
Thursday, September 18th 3:30 pm

For more information or to REGISTER NOW! For more information or to REGISTER NOW!

CALL DENA AT 860.399.4215 x.202 or VIA E-MAIL: dpoblete@cmsct.com

Sales tax changes started July 1st.

Did you make all the changes in your ERP system?

46 states start their fiscal year on July 1.In fact, there are 23 major sales tax changes in California, Illinois, Arizona, and Alabama (and many others) in July.

In this free video, sales tax compliance expert Shane Ratigan will cover everything you need to know about the big changes happening and provide insider tips to help you stay ahead of the state changes.

Call Dena at 860-399-4215 x202 for video link.

Missed InstaDoc, No Worries

Missed the last InstaDocs webcast, join us for another live event free on August 27th at 1 pm..Call Dena to register 860.399.4215 x202.

Great product, great value and special reduced pricing. Don't miss out!

InstaDocs is the first and only embedded document management solution designed for Sage 100 ERP.

This unique document storage solution allows electronic documents to be stored, viewed and accessed directly within Sage 100 ERP, and provides easy access to documents relating to specific records. Save time and increase productivity with InstaDocs.

Just 45 minutes of your time can save you thousands in productivity and efficiency.

Introducing InstaDocs on August 14th at 3 pm (est)

JOIN US FOR A FREE WEBCAST ON
THURSDAY, AUGUST 14TH AT 3 PM (EST)

InstaDocs is the first and only embedded document management solution designed for Sage 100 ERP.

This unique document storage solution allows electronic documents to be stored, viewed and accessed directly within Sage 100 ERP, and provides easy access to documents relating to specific records. Save time and increase productivity with InstaDocs.

Just 45 minutes of your time can save you thousands in productivity and efficiency.

InstaDocs IS AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING SAGE 100 ERP MODULES: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Inventory Management, Purchase Order, and Sales Order.

Register to attend this webcast now and you will see for yourself the return on investment.

BONUS LIMITED TIME OFFER:
Register now and purchase all five modules for a full 50% discount of the total software cost. Expires: September 30, 2014

Contact Dena at 860.399.4215 x202 or via dpoblete @cmsct.com to reserve your spot on this webcast.

Nex What?!?!

The Key to Tax Compliance Lies in Nexus

When it comes to tax compliance, nexus is the key to everything you do.

Nexus is defined as the obligation to collect and remit tax where business is conducted. However, there is a range of ways nexus is created, the rules vary state by state, and many companies aren't even aware of all of the possible triggers because they're constantly changing as sales tax legislation continues to evolve.

Many businesses assume they are only required to collect and file sales and use tax and manage exemption certificates in the state where their business is located. Unfortunately, that assumption usually results in hefty penalties in an audit.

To begin, almost every business has to calculate, collect, report and remit some kind of transaction tax, whether it be sales tax, seller’s use tax, exemption certificates... More than likely, you are already paying taxes in your state and local jurisdictions as a result of business location. However, what happens when you sell something across state lines? Are you required to collect sales tax and how much? And to whom do you remit the tax? Nexus rules are established by individual states and every state defines them uniquely. Determining exactly how a rule applies to a business is critical.

Making the nexus determination on your own is difficult, confusing and can lead to problems further down the road. Once you have determined where Nexus exists for your business, you are required to calculate, collect, report and remit that state’s sales tax each and every time you make a transaction.

Take the first step to end-to-end tax compliance by reading the free whitepaper, “How Sales Tax Nexus Affects Your Business” and discover where you might have unknown tax obligations. It covers nexus-creating activities such as:

• Having a remote/ traveling sales
• Leasing property
• Selling online, using online affiliates, or drop shipping

Not All ERP Processes Need A Process

Navigating an ERP system can be complicated. There may be hundreds of options for you to choose from in order to do your job. Sage did a great favor by adding Visual Process Flows into its ERP systems, but even so, not every task needs a process flow.

For users of Sage 100 ERP, what if you could key in simple data and immediately start working on that data? I’ll give you some examples:

- Enter a phone number and click on ‘New Sales Order’ - Enter part of a street address and click on ‘Print Customer Statement’ - Key in a dollar amount and launch a BI view displaying the posting details - Enter a customer PO # and click on ‘Order Inquiry’

With GetX, a native search and workflow enhancement for Sage 100 ERP you can do these kinds of things and much, much more. All from a browser window that resides right within your Sage 100 ERP system, and follows your system security rules.

In the video below you’ll see the difference between Visual Process Flows and GetX when starting a new sales order in Sage 100 ERP based on the customer phone number. GetX cuts the time in half. Imagine the time savings you can generate by eliminating…process.

Find Anything. Now.

GetX: The powerful, integrated search engine for Sage 100 ERP.

•Greatly improved speed. GetX started fast, but now features up to 10x faster indexing of data, and an vastly improved search speed.

•More powerful search options. Use wildcards, proximity commands 'and' and 'not' to hone your searches even more, getting exactly at what you need.

•New interface coloring scheme helps you find the information you want and get into action even easier.

•Images. If your item master file contains images, they will appear in your search results.

For more information, click here.

TOP 10 REASON WHY CMS AND SAGE 100 ERP ARE GREAT FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

1. With Sage 100 ERP, turn your data into meaningful, actionable business information easily shared with others in your company.

2. React more quickly to changes with greater insight into distribution, manufacturing, and purchasing with on-demand views into your business data.

3. Achieve greater employee productivity with personalization of data entry screens to match workflows for each role.

4. CMS understands your business's needs. We know that every relationship is important—providing you with the proven results you expect, ultimately growing together into a valuable, unbreakable partnership.

5. Simplify reporting with straightforward terms, readjust your selection criteria, and return to the report selection after printing.

6. Create customer loyalty with the ability to access information when and where you need it—deliver goods and services on time, and analyze customer and product data to make those connections—providing you with a great user experience.

7. Operate with confidence by having the right information to make better decisions. This is the foundation for your success.

8. Sage 100 ERP allows your business to adapt to new technologies, assuring you of a solution that keeps you competitive as your business and your industry change.

9. Cutting edge functionality enables your business to compete in an increasingly fast-paced mobile environment.

10. CMS is Sage certified and has over 35 years of experience in Wholesale Distribution and Manufacturing. Our experienced team will implement your system smoothly, on time and on budget. We employ the skills and methodology to insure a seamless transition.

As we celebrate our nation's freedom, we honor the courageous dedicated to preserving it.

Happy Independence Day.

From all of us at Computer Management Services

Please be advised that in observance of Independence Day, we will be closed on Friday, July 4th. We will re-open on Monday, July 7th at 8:30 am.

Tomato and Watermelon Salad

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 beefsteak (or other large variety) tomatoes, stemmed, washed and dried
1 pint cherry tomatoes, stemmed, washed and dried
1 tablespoon chopped tarragon leaves
4 strawberries, hulled, washed and cut into very small pieces
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 to 2 teaspoons superfine (or granulated) sugar
6 ounces cold watermelon, rind removed, seeded and cut into bite-size cubes

In a bowl, whisk together the balsamic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Taste for seasoning. Set aside.

Place the tomatoes on a flat surface. Cut the smaller ones in half and the larger ones into slices. Arrange all of them in a single layer, flesh side up. Season them with salt, black pepper and sugar. Drizzle the tomatoes with the dressing. Toss them with the tarragon and strawberries.

Arrange the tomatoes down the length of 6 rectangular plates. Drizzle with the remaining dressing and top with the watermelon. Serve immediately.

Freedom is the oxygen of the soul. -Moshe Dayan

Newly Added: Better Data and Better Decisions using Sage Intelligence

Just added to our free June webcast schedule....Better Data and Better Decisions using Sage Intelligence.

Many of our customers tell us they’re frustrated with inflexible manual reporting processes, and that they end up with reports that aren’t providing all the information they need. If your decision making is sometimes hindered and not helped by the reports you use, we have a solution for you. Join us on Tuesday, June 24th st 3:30 pm for a short demonstration of Sage Intelligence Reporting to see for yourself how it can help you overcome these challenges. We’ll show you have you can: Increase visibility, Drive profitability, Streamline reporting, Improve decision-making.

Register now with Dena at 860.399.4215 x.202 or via dpoblete@cmsct.com.

Looking for an FRx replacement?
Sage 100 ERP Intelligence Reporting is Sage’s recommended alternative to FRx. FRx reports can be efficiently converted to Intelligence Reporting using the Report Designer Add-in, by simply exporting them into Excel and linking them.

Kicking Off June with Red Hot Webcasts

Summer is on its way and CMS has a full schedule hotter than ever!To register for any of these webcasts, call Dena at 860-399.4215 x.202

The Game of Nexus: Know Where You Owe: Thursday, June 12th 1:00 pm

Effortless EDI and Why It Matters to You: Tuesday, June 17th 3:30 pm

Your Guide to Paperless: Wednesday, June 18th 2:00 pm

Take Back Control with Sage Inventory Advisor: Thursday, June 19th at 1:00 pm

Description of Topics:
The Game of Nexus: Know Where You Owe When it comes to tax compliance, nexus is the key to everything you do. Nexus is defined as the obligation to collect and remit tax where business is conducted. However, there is a range of ways nexus is created, the rules vary state by state, and many companies aren't even aware of all of the possible triggers because they're constantly changing as sales tax legislation continues to evolve. Attend this free, live webinar “The Game of Nexus: Know Where You Owe” and discover where you might have unknown tax obligations.

Effortless EDI and Why It Matters to You MAPADOC is the Effortless EDI system that enables you to easily receive your order information so that you can streamline your print, pack, label, and ship processes and get sold inventory out of your warehouse. MAPADOC is easy to learn, easy to use, and is fully integrated with your favorite third-party supply chain solutions, so that you can increase your efficiency without wasting any time.

Your Guide to Paperless Improve your efficiency, significant cost savings and accelerated, automated business processes. Sage ERP Document Management will help you find your paperless destination. Any Department. Any Process! Attend this webinar for additional information on going paperless to work leaner, faster and more effectively!

Take Back Control with Sage Inventory Advisor Are you experiencing inventory stock-outs? Do you struggle with excess inventory? Learn how Sage Inventory Advisor helps you:
• Reduce excess inventory by 10%-15% • Reduce working capital and free up 15%-20% of cash tied into inventory • Improve fill rates by up to 10% • Reduce stock-outs • Produce quality forecasts and reduce time spent on forecasting

Risk of Basing Sales Tax Rates on Zip Codes

Using a zip code based tool to determine a sales tax rate may work, but then again it may not. Take for example a recent announcement by the Ohio Department of Taxation providing an updated list of sales tax rates by Ohio post offices and zip codes, effective April 1, 2014.Relying on these zip codes alone could lead to over- and undercharging sales tax.

Why is that? It turns out this list includes the caveat that: “Some Ohio municipalities do not appear on this listing because they are not large enough to have their own post offices.” In addition, some Ohio municipalities include more than one jurisdiction. For example, “Small portions of Delaware, Fairfield, Licking and Union counties asses a transit authority sales tax that may not be accurately reflected in the rates by post office.”



Charging the wrong sales tax rate could lead to more than just a customer service issue. Sales tax compliance is like the game of Operation: if you’re not very precise, you can set off alarms. Watch the video below to learn more on why relying on a manual zip code based system to calculate sales tax may not be the wisest option:

Want to learn more about quick ways to lower your audit exposure? To obtain your official white page on this topic or for a free demo, contact Dena at 860-399-4215 x.202 or dpoblete@cmsct.com.

Cinco de Mayo: Spice Up Your Warehouse

Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Spice up your warehouse and attend our free webcast Thursday at 3:30 pm
Save Warehouse Space. Improve Inventory Quality, Accuracy and Efficiency Do you want to eliminate lost inventory and efficiently sell and pick inventory systematically? How about reducing shrinkage and improving efficiency with Directed Picking and Direct Put Away recommendations? With ACS Multi-Bin and WMS you can automate and manage Primary Pick, Overflow, Staging and other warehouse locations. The Warehouse Management suite for Sage 100 ERP is easy to implement and use and optimizes the flow of pickers for one or multiple orders with its wave pick sheets and directed picking features. Goods transferred in the warehouse are real time with approved RF scanning providers. You can even package your goods in same or mixed packages, pallets and containers. Join us and see how multi-bin can improve your warehouse efficiency!

Register with Dena today at dpoblete@cmsct.com or call 860.399.4215 x.202.

Free May Webcasts from CMS

Save Warehouse Space, Improve Inventory Quality, Accuracy and Efficiency: Thursday, May 8th 3:30 pm

Integrated Job Management for Sage 100: Thursday, May 15th 3:30 pm

Multi-Currency for Sage 100: Tuesday, May 20th 3:30 pm

Automate Your Work Order, Job Cost and Job Ops within Sage 100 ERP: Wednesday, May 28th 3:30 pm

Increased Efficiency and Profitability with a Fully Integrated E-Commerce Website: Thursday, May 29th 3:30 pm

For more details or to register, please contact Dena at 860.399.4215 x.202 or via e-mail at dpoblete@cmsct.com

Description of Topics:
Save Warehouse Space. Improve Inventory Quality, Accuracy and Efficiency Do you want to eliminate lost inventory and efficiently sell and pick inventory systematically? How about reducing shrinkage and improving efficiency with Directed Picking and Direct Put Away recommendations? With ACS Multi-Bin and WMS you can automate and manage Primary Pick, Overflow, Staging and other warehouse locations. The Warehouse Management suite for Sage 100 ERP is easy to implement and use and optimizes the flow of pickers for one or multiple orders with its wave pick sheets and directed picking features. Goods transferred in the warehouse are real time with approved RF scanning providers. You can even package your goods in same or mixed packages, pallets and containers. Join us and see how multi-bin can improve your warehouse efficiency!

Integrated Job Management for Sage 100 Looking for that solution to automate job management functions for manufacturing, installation, and field service organizations? Look no further, join us to learn how operational and financial information can work together and be accessible from a single source. This full-featured job management and tracking system can enhance a company’s workflow with estimating, orders, job planning, purchasing, scheduling, job costing and tracking, service capabilities and much more.

Multi-Currency for Sage 100 Are you transacting business in multiple currencies? Let us show you a flexible and easy to use enhancement for international and multinational companies that transact business in multiple currencies. Five core functions are available – Currency, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Bank Reconciliation. Each function accommodates transaction entry, custom financial reporting, printing, master file auditing, and many more options from any designated Primary Currency to any Foreign Currency. Multi-Currency for Sage 100 is fully compliant with Financial Accounting Standards Board Section 52 requirements. In addition, this comprehensive solution has a multi-language translation option allowing you to change Sage 100 ERP screen field names only once—globally!

Automate Your Work Order, Job Cost and Job Ops within Sage 100 ERP Get automated! Join us for a special presentation in manufacturing automation, including barcode scanning technology and equipment, process design - specifically surrounding Sage 100 ERP and JobOps. This webcast will demonstrate how manufacturers can minimize costs and maximize productivity. If you are looking to maintain a competitive edge in today’s marketplace, then you cannot afford to miss this webcast.

Increased Efficiency and Profitability with a Fully Integrated E-Commerce Website No time is better than now to think about implementing an e-commerce site for your business that integrates fully with your Sage 100 ERP system. Let our experts help combine their in-depth knowledge of ecommerce, understanding of business processes, knowledge of ERP ecommerce integrations, and extensive suite of website modules. Having a website with bi-directional ERP integration between your B2B/B2C e-commerce websites and Sage 100 (formerly MAS 90/200), versions 3.71 and higher helps you become more efficiency, process orders much quicker and provides you with all in one solution. Don’t be left in the e-commerce maze, we can help so join us!

Last Chance! Don't miss it. Find Anything. Now.

Join us to learn about the powerful, integrated search engine for Sage 100 ERP.

Attend our free webcast tomorrow Tuesday, April 29th 3:30 pm EST

Search for Anything, Anywhere in Sage 100: Any information is only a click away

GetX accelerates the retrieval of both basic and advanced data in Sage 100 ERP by completely focusing interaction with Sage 100 to a single search box-placing the user in complete control.

Through our own research we've learned that the typical clerical worker can spend as much as 25% of their time accessing basic data. Our testing indicates that universal search can reduce time accessing basic data in ERP by up to 70%! Giving them back much of that time otherwise spent navigating.

GetX is the only Universal Search tool for Sage 100 ERP. GetX allows users to kick off tasks directly from their search results. GetX searches across modules, tasks and even across multiple companies and UDFs from one simple search box. Users can instantly drill down into results using an intuitive filtering system that displays results by company, then module. Plus, kick off tasks directly from the results!

Don't Miss This Webcast! Attend and get your free 30 day trial.

Contact Dena at 860.399.4215 x 202 or via e-mail at dpoblete@cmsct.com for more details or to register.

Join Us on May 20th for the Sage Inspire Tour NYC

COME, ENGAGE, GET IDEAS

SAGE INSPIRE TOUR NYC
MAY 20, 2014 - 8 AM TO 4:30 PM
Get inspired and connect with the Sage team and your peers at Affinia Manhattan, New York, NY on May 20, 2014, for a jam-packed day of conversation about some of the biggest concerns in your business, including:

• How to get the data you need to make better decisions.
• What your system can do to help you better serve your customers.
• How your system can enable you to manage the challenges of growth.

During this one-day Sage customer event, customers will hear about our strategic direction, learn what's new, and have an opportunity to network with peers in the Sage local community and product experts.

Don't miss this exciting, education-packed conference. Please register in advance to guarantee yourself a spot. Walk-in registrations cannot be guaranteed and will be on a first come basis. Learn More

For more details or if you need assistance with registering, call Dena at 860.399.4215 x.202.

Why Upgrade to Sage 2014?

Sage 2014 has just been released! Why upgrade to this new version?

-Sage 100 ERP Version 2014 allows you to connect your ERP system to the Sage Data Cloud

-Give your customers the convenience of paying bills online with Sage Billing and Payment.

-Close More Sales with the new Sage Mobile Sales which provides your salespeople with the tools and information they need.

=Reduce Excess Inventory with Sage Inventory Advisor helps you reduce excess inventory by continuously monitoring and analyzing your system’s data to provide improved stock forecasting and optimal replenishment recommendations.

-Sage CRM is even better-connected with Sage 100 ERP 2014 including a tighter integration, along with improvements to product stability and integrated reporting.

-Get More Intelligence Reporting

-Get Faster and Easier Search with finding the customer, vendor, or item records you need faster with the new Auto-complete feature.

-Find invoices faster with the Invoice List Button that’s now available.

For more details or to scheduled your upgrade, call Dena at 860.399.4215 x.202 or via e-mail: dpoblete@cmsct.com.

Sage Mobile This Thursday!

Thursday, April 17th 3:30 pm

Increase Sales and Service on the Road with Sage Mobile

We'll show you how these new solutions help enable your business to compete in an increasingly mobile world with capabilities that just didn't exist before. Mobile isn't a business novelty; it's a game changer. It's time to see what Sage Mobile Solutions can do for you! See for yourself how these affordable solutions will help you serve your customers better, close bigger deals, and receive payments faster!

Spring Has Sprung! New Free Webcasts!

Shipping Simplified: Tuesday, April 8th 3:30 pm

Sage 100 ERP for Marine with Point of Sale: Thursday, April 10th 11:00 am

Increase Sales and Service on the Road with Sage Mobile Solutions: Thursday, April 17th 3:30 pm

Point of Sale: Tuesday, April 22nd 3:30 pm

Never Update Tax Rate Tables Again: Wednesday, April 23rd 1:00 pm

Search for Anything, Anywhere in Sage 100: Any information is only a click away: Tuesday, April 29th 3:30 pm

Description of Topics:
Shipping Simplified: StarShip can streamline your shipping process with the Sage 100 bi-directional interface. Reduce manual entry in the warehouse, take customer service to the next level with custom email notifications, streamline accounts receivable and give the front office access to custom freight quotes and critical metrics such as guaranteed shipments that were delivered late!

Sage 100 ERP for Marine with Point of Sale: Are you a Marine company looking for that perfect software to run your business? Now you can have it all! Sage 100 ERP Marine Edition is an industry leading business solution with the functionality that you need to operate more efficiently. The fully integrated robust financial system links all the critical sectors of your business with: Parts, Service, Repairs, Storage, Dockage & Moorings, Fuel Dock, Contracts-summer and winter, and Store and Counter Sales. Join us for a live webinar on how Sage 100 ERP Marine Edition can help your Marine business excel.

Increase Sales and Service on the Road with Sage Mobile Solutions: We'll show you how these new solutions help enable your business to compete in an increasingly mobile world with capabilities that just didn't exist before. Mobile isn't a business novelty; it's a game changer. It's time to see what Sage Mobile Solutions can do for you! See for yourself how these affordable solutions will help you serve your customers better, close bigger deals, and receive payments faster!

Point of Sale: Learn how SWK’s Point of Sale will help you complete standard retail transactions while seamlessly moving that data directly into Sage 100 ERP accounting, distribution, and manufacturing system. • Get ideas on how to optimize a retail operation using SWK’s Point of Sale with Sage 100 ERP system • Understand how a retail business can save money with an integrated Point of Sale • See how Point of Sale works together with Standard Sage modules for efficiency and savings

Never Update Tax Rate Tables Again: Updating tax rate tables is an endless uphill battle that rarely results in 100% accuracy. And if your tax tables aren’t 100% accurate with current tax rates in every jurisdiction you owe in, you could be looking at serious fines in an audit. Don’t be caught off guard in an audit. Attend this live webinar and learn how easily you can: • eliminate errors • reduce audit risk • never update your tax tables again

Search for Anything, Anywhere in Sage 100: Any information is only a click away: GetX accelerates the retrieval of both basic and advanced data in Sage 100 ERP by completely focusing interaction with Sage 100 to a single search box–placing the user in complete control. Through our own research we’ve learned that the typical clerical worker can spend as much as 25% of their time accessing basic data. Our testing indicates that universal search can reduce time accessing basic data in ERP by up to 70%! Giving them back much of that time otherwise spent navigating. Sage recently began offering universal search, but not for Sage 100 ERP. GetX is the only Universal Search tool for Sage 100 ERP. GetX is the only universal search solution for Sage 100. Plus, GetX allows users to kick off tasks directly from their search results. GetX searches across modules, tasks and even across multiple companies and UDFs from one simple search box. Users can instantly drill down into results using an intuitive filtering system that displays results by company, then module. Plus, kick off tasks directly from the results!

Find Your Pot of Gold: Register Now

Learn how you can save money, increase productivity and what your return on investment would be.

Find Your Pot of Gold: Register Now
For more details or to register, please contact Lisa at 860.399.4215 x.216 or via e-mail at lmaxwell@cmsct.com.

Why Replace FRx? Upgrade it. The Next Gen Reporting / Analytics Solution Tuesday, March 18th 3:30 pm

Sage 100 ERP for Marine with Point of Sale Thursday, March 20th 11:00 am

Why Replace FRx? Upgrade it. The Next Gen Reporting / Analytics Solution-Reduce the Time You Spend Updating Spreadsheets By 80%. Stop Copying & Pasting Your Data. With BizNet, at the click of a button, you can update your spreadsheets and make informed, timely decisions. BizNet's Excel Reporting & Analytics Suite for Sage 100 ERP is the #1 reporting solution designed by accountants and FRx professionals. Join us and see what BizNet can do for you!

Sage 100 ERP for Marine with Point of Sale-Are you a Marine company looking for that perfect software to run your business? Now you can have it all! Sage 100 ERP Marine Edition is an industry leading business solution with the functionality that you need to operate more efficiently. The fully integrated robust financial system links all the critical sectors of your business with: Parts, Service, Repairs, Storage, Dockage & Moorings, Fuel Dock, Contracts-summer and winter, and Store and Counter Sales. Join us for a live webinar on how Sage 100 ERP Marine Edition can help your Marine business excel.

March Webcasts! Find your pot of gold.

Learn how you can save money, increase productivity and what your return on investment would be.

Find Your Pot of Gold: Register Now
For more details or to register, please contact Lisa at 860.399.4215 x.216 or via e-mail at lmaxwell@cmsct.com.

Managing Relationships and Work Delivery from Lead Generation to Invoice Thursday, March 6th 3:30 pm

Streamline Your Supply Chain with Sage 100 ERP Triple Play Tuesday, March 11th 3:30 pm

How to Convert Your Mobile ERP Sales App into a B2B Customer Selling Machine Thursday, March 13th 3:30 pm

Why Replace FRx? Upgrade it. The Next Gen Reporting / Analytics Solution Tuesday, March 18th 3:30 pm

Sage 100 ERP for Marine with Point of Sale Thursday, March 20th 11:00 am

Go Paperless: Time to Automate and Accelerate Processes in Your Organization Tuesday, March 25th 11:00 am

Description of Topics:
Managing Relationships and Work Delivery from Lead Generation to Invoice-Do you provide services for customers? Do you bill on a time and materials basis, or fixed fee basis? Are you challenged with managing what work is remaining, and who is available to do it? Do you know the cost and profitability of every project on a moment's notice? Managing work tasks and activities is important, but delivering that work in a way that pro-actively ensures success and maximum profitability is even more so. Join us for an informative and educational session to learn how to solve the most common challenges, problems, and pitfalls most companies face with managing work delivery and projects today. Using a CRM-centric service and project management system, learn how to succeed in project, task, and resource management while avoiding the problem areas that ruin profitability. Topics Covered: * Managing the customer and project life cycles * Controlling and managing work delivery *Allocating resources based on skill sets and availability *Maximizing the profitability of customers, projects, tasks *Capturing time and expense details from the field using smartphones or tablets *Managing the financial health of your projects in real-time *Using planning and scheduling tools that ensure the project is implemented on time and within budget *Turn work details into invoices without re-typing.

Streamline Your Supply Chain with Sage 100 ERP Triple Play-Learn how to process orders quicker and more effectively with the use of warehouse automation and shipping. This integrated streamlined solution will give you real time inventory levels, help better pick, pack and ship your products and improve customer services, while reducing time and errors. Now with these Sage 100 triple play components from MAPADOC, Scanforce and StarShip, you can have greater access to stock levels, gain a great outlook on orders, the ability to print ASN labels from handhelds, automate shipping with email shipment notifications complete with item to package detail making your business run smoother. If improving accuracy, reducing cost, improving customer service, strengthening supplier relationships and increasing sales sounds like something you would like incorporated into your daily business processes then you cannot afford to miss this triple play event!

How to Convert Your Mobile ERP Sales App into a B2B Customer Selling Machine-We'll show you how these new solutions help enable your business to compete in an increasingly mobile world with capabilities that just didn't exist before. Mobile isn't a business novelty; it's a game changer. It's time to see what Sage Mobile Solutions can do for you! See for yourself how these affordable solutions will help you serve your customers better, close bigger deals, and receive payments faster!

Why Replace FRx? Upgrade it. The Next Gen Reporting / Analytics Solution-Reduce the Time You Spend Updating Spreadsheets By 80%. Stop Copying & Pasting Your Data. With BizNet, at the click of a button, you can update your spreadsheets and make informed, timely decisions. BizNet's Excel Reporting & Analytics Suite for Sage 100 ERP is the #1 reporting solution designed by accountants and FRx professionals. Join us and see what BizNet can do for you!

Sage 100 ERP for Marine with Point of Sale-Are you a Marine company looking for that perfect software to run your business? Now you can have it all! Sage 100 ERP Marine Edition is an industry leading business solution with the functionality that you need to operate more efficiently. The fully integrated robust financial system links all the critical sectors of your business with: Parts, Service, Repairs, Storage, Dockage & Moorings, Fuel Dock, Contracts-summer and winter, and Store and Counter Sales. Join us for a live webinar on how Sage 100 ERP Marine Edition can help your Marine business excel.

Go Paperless: Time to Automate and Accelerate Processes in Your Organization- Find out how you can help your company go paperless to automate and accelerate your business. *Eliminate manual filing, *Save on printing and storage costs, *Streamline processes in any department *Instantly retrieve documents *Easily route documents between offices. We will review many of the different things you can do with document management. We can help you build a solution that will fit your company's individual needs and budget.

Want to do business with Amazon, Overstock and other trading partners?

Increase your Business! Increase your Sales!

Now's the time! You always wanted to do business with Amazon, Overstock and other trading partners, but didn't know how. Join us and learn how to get your products out there.

  

Free Webcast: Thursday, February 27th at 3:30 pm
  

Get your business on the radar with the MAPADOC mapping utility. Learn about the unique EDI mapping wizard for inbound purchase orders (850) and outbound invoices (810) which cuts mapping time by over 75%. When trading partners institute new rules, you will be ready. MAPADOC allows mapping to/from Sage 100 ERP fields, preset variables and user defined fields (UDFs). You can assign cross-reference values and perform pre-processing and post-processing data format conversions. Available cross-references include item, ship to, ship via, warehouse address code and UPC code. With this product you can dramatically cut data entry time and costs by eliminating duplicate entries, have improved communication with trading partners and integrate seamlessly with Sage.

For more details or to register, please contact Michelle Laudano at 860.399.4215 x.202 or via e-mail at mlaudano@cmsct.com

Learn about doing business on the web and the looming internet sales tax legislations

Register Now!

Learn how the latest technology for Sage 100 can help you build your sales, increase your internet presence and streamline sales tax.

Tuesday, February 18th 3:30 pm ET
No time is better than now to integrate e-Commerce with your Sage 100 ERP system! Get your B2B / B2C web presence out there and increase your customer base and sales.Learn about built in processes of taking orders on the web and automatically bringing those orders into your in-house order fulfillment process. You will also learn how today technology can helps simplify sales tax.  A great
tool to have considering pending legislation could dramatically change sales tax requirements for remote sellers (including online businesses).

Register with Michelle 860.399.4215 x.202 or via e-mail at mlaudano@cmsct.com [mailto:mlaudano@cmsct.com]

Reduce the Time You Spend Updating Spreadsheets By 80%

See BizNet in Action!

LAST CHANCE - REGISTER NOW

Today, Wed, Feb 12, 2014 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EST

Stop Copying & Pasting Your Data.

With BizNet, at the click of a button, you can update your spreadsheets and make informed, timely decisions.

BizNet's Excel Reporting & Analytics Suite for Sage 100, 300, 500, ERP X3 is the #1 reporting solution designed by accountants and FRx professionals.
 
Contact Michelle to register today! Call 860.399.4215 x.202 or via e-mail at mlaudano@cmsct.com.
 
 

February Winter Webcasts Offered Exclusively from CMS

To register for any of these upcoming webcasts, please call Michelle at 860.399.4215 x.202 or via e-mail mlaudano@cmsct.com

Tuesday, February 6th 1:00 pm The Next Big Thing: Sage Mobile Solutions

Thursday, February 6th 3:30 pm Sage 100 ERP Marine Edition with POS

Tuesday, February 18th 3:30 pm eCommerce & Leveraging Sales Tax Technology

Tuesday, February 25th 3:30 pm Sage CRM

Wednesday, February 26th 11:00 am Sage 100 ERP Marine Edition with POS

Thursday, February 27th 3:30 pm EDI for Sage 100 Trading Partner Focus

Unveiling the Next Big Thing: Sage Mobile Solutions Sage Mobile Sales, Sage Mobile Services and Sage Billing and Payment. Learn how these cloud based solutions work together to bring real benefits to your business and improve the customer experience. Sales reps can close bigger deals, service technicians are empowered with information on the go, and your back office will experience reduced days sales outstanding all with these easy to use products.

Integrated eCommerce & Leveraging Sales Tax Technology No time is better than now to integrate e-Commerce with your Sage 100 ERP system! Get your B2B / B2C web presence out there and increase your customer base and sales. Learn about built in processes of taking orders on the web and automatically bringing those orders into your in-house order fulfillment process. You will also learn how today’s technology can help simplify sales tax. A great tool to have considering pending legislation could dramatically change sales tax requirements for remote sellers (including online businesses). Join us for this live webinar to learn how the latest technology for Sage 100 can help you build your sales, increase your internet presence and streamline sales tax.

Sage 100 ERP Marine Edition with Point of Sale Are you a Marine company looking for that perfect software to run your business? Now you can have it all! Sage 100 ERP Marine Edition is an industry leading business solution with the functionality that you need to operate more efficiently. The fully integrated robust financial system links all the critical sectors of your business with: Parts, Service, Repairs, Storage, Dockage & Moorings, Fuel Dock, Contracts-summer and winter, and Store and Counter Sales. Join us for a live webinar on how Sage 100 ERP Marine Edition can help your Marine business excel.

How Sage CRM Can Help You Not Just Manage the Changing Customer Dynamic But Nail It! Customers today expect companies to know what they want and when they want it. They want to be heard and to influence the decision making. Customer relationship management (CRM) is much more than a Sales Force Automation tool. It is also marketing automation and customer service software which helps a business understand their customers as well as potential prospects' needs and requirements and enables them to effectively get closer and "connect" with them.

EDI for Sage 100: Fully integrated, easy to use electronic data interchange (EDI) software solution The MAPADOC mapping utility enables end-users to easily update maps on the fly. Learn about the unique EDI mapping wizard for inbound purchase orders (850) and outbound invoices (810) which cuts mapping time by over 75%. When trading partners institute new rules, you will be ready. MAPADOC allows mapping to/from Sage 100 ERP fields, preset variables and user defined fields (UDFs). You can assign cross-reference values and perform pre-processing and post-processing data format conversions. Available cross-references include item, ship to, ship via, warehouse address code and UPC code. With this product you can dramatically cut data entry time and costs by eliminating duplicate entries, have improved communication with trading partners and integrate seamlessly with Sage 100 ERP.

Do Not Forget to File W2 and 1099 Forms Before the Deadline

DEADLINE: January 31, 2014

It's that time of the year again! Yes, it is time to generate your W-2's and 1099's and the deadline is fast approaching. These documents must be mailed out or hand-delivered no later than January 31st.

BOOK Your Consulting Time Now

Don't delay! Book your appointment today for assistance in generating your W-2's and 1099's.

Hand Deliver or US Mail

Whether you want to hand deliver or US mail, our CMS consultants are here to assist you. CMS will ensure that you have all the complete and necessary information and that your forms are completed properly for distribution.

Electronic Filing

We are also here to help you file electronically. Our CMS consultants are specialized in using Sage 100 ERP eFiling powered by Aatrix.** With this add-on you can streamline your tax reporting process with Sage 100 ERP Federal and State eFiling and Reporting. Now you will have the power to eliminate manual form creation and save time by choosing from over 250 federal and state forms for Unemployment, Withholdings, New Hire reports, W-2s, W-3s, and 1099s. The best feature of eFiling powered by Aatrix is that the form that will appear on your screen won't be blank- much of the information will already be filled out for you by your Sage 100 ERP system. View and edit the information easily on your system, and once you've verified it's the way you want it, the form is ready to print or eFile. Once you eFile, you'll receive an email confirmation that the file was received. The form is processed and sent to the appropriate agency using an approved method. Going paperless has never been easier and CMS is here to guide your through.

Don't Stress

Our CMS consultants are here to assist you. Just book your time now to ensure you meet the January 31st deadline!

Schedule your consulting time today.

Call Michelle Laudano at 860.399.4215 x.202

**Please be advised that Aatrix eFile pricing will apply in addition to any professional services provided by CMS.

Effortless EDI: Free webcast on January 22nd at 3:30 pm et

Last Chance...

Free webcast on THIS Wednesday, January 22nd at 3:30 pm ET

In the world of EDI for Sage 100 ERP, the right solution can go a long way to improving your bottom line – and MAPADOC EDI for Sage ERP can turn you into an EDI expert in no time with simple to use software that is robust in handling your EDI needs. Plus, MAPADOC is delivered by a team of very smart EDI experts.

MAPADOC is a fully integrated, easy to use electronic data interchange (EDI) software solution for Sage 100 ERP (f/k/a Sage MAS 90 and MAS 200) that will:

• Dramatically cut data entry time and costs by eliminating duplicate entries
• Improve communication with trading partners
• Integrate seamlessly with Sage 100 ERP
• Reduce mapping time by over 75% by allowing end-users to quickly and easily create their own maps for integrated documents

Learn about the benefits of MAPADOC and how using the wrong EDI solution can drag your business down. The right EDI solution is your chance to deliver your product to your suppliers more efficiently and to make your suppliers even more thrilled to do business with you. Making you more money!

If you are using EDI currently or thinking about EDI for the future, this is one webcast you can't afford to miss. Register today with Michelle at 860.399.4215 x202 or via e-mail at mlaudano@cmsct.com

Manufacturers & Distributors: A Checklist for Evaluating Mobile Sales Apps to Best Fit YOUR Needs

Your company has decided take the lead this year in your industry and plans to modernize your sales team by equipping them with smart phones and tablets that do more than automate email, calendars and address books. Ownership has given the green light to you as the sales manager to find and acquire the best mobile apps for your business that actually integrate with your ERP system. Excited? You bet you are? Nervous? More than a little, because even though you have spelled out the goals and calculated the ROI, you don’t want to get this investment wrong. Frankly, if it doesn’t work you are going to have a lot of explaining to do.

Decision points abound, but the field of mobilized ERP for sales people is not rife with how-to-guides and requirements checklists, so we hope you will find this useful. Can we guarantee that you will find the perfect fit for your distribution needs? No, but we do know that the more informed you are the more likely your project with succeed.

Mobile Snap Shot
■Confirm that your ERP / CRM system has integrations with mobile apps available out-of-the-box. Remember that a mobile app designed to “integrate with any ERP” means it’s not designed to integrate primarily with your ERP.
■Integrates Customer info
■Integrates Inventory info
■Allows mobile selling
■Enables B2B mobile self-service
■Accepts customer payments
■Provides survey management
■Allows photo tagging
■Enabled for route management
■Automates order delivery
■Optimized for tradeshow selling
■Supports bar code scanning
■Provides credit card swipe support
■Determine basis for pricing (user-based, device-based, by company, etc.)

Goals for Mobile

■Increase / accelerate revenue
■Flexible option for employees
■Customer self-service option
■Improve customer service
■Speed up Order-Delivery-Payment process
■Steam line processes
■Eliminate redundant processes
■Increase / accelerate revenue
■Flexible option for employees
■Customer self-service option
■Improve customer service
■Speed up Order-Delivery-Payment process
■Steam line processes
■Eliminate redundant processes

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Sales Tax Changes in the New Year

2014 is here, and so are quite a few sales tax changes. Connecticut even has a few to offer, including new online filing requirements, and a revocation of Special Notice 92(19) that may impact use tax for mail order sellers. To help save you the tedious task of looking up significant sales tax-related changes that are taking place this month, our partners at Avalara have put together a guide to state sales tax changes in the new year. Please contact Michelle at 860.399.4215 x.202 or Lisa at 860.399.4215 x.216 to get your copy.

And what about the Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013 (MFA)? The MFA was a bill passed by the Senate in 2013 that could give states the authority to make remote businesses collect sales tax, including those who conduct business over the internet, via phone or mail order catalog. While the MFA has languished in the House, remote sales are exploding and the rise of online shopping has cut into state and local sales tax revenue. As a result, many states are looking for ways to impose sales and use tax collection requirements on out-of-state retailers.

While the impact of Connecticut’s revocation of Special Notice 92(19) remains to be seen, and it is hard to guess what changes may be in store for later in 2014, it is wise to be prepared. An automated sales tax solution, can help companies prepare for changes on the horizon. For more information, join us for one of our upcoming webinars co-hosted with Avalara:

• Pt 1: “Profile of a Sales Tax Audit: Who’s Next?” Tues, Jan 14th, 3:30pm

• Pt 2: “Leveraging Technology to Simplify Sales Tax” Thurs, Feb 13th, 3:30pm