Sage Timberline Office
News & Tips

June 2010

Save Time and Money with Aatrix® Payroll Tax Forms eFiling
How much time do you spend on the dreary tasks of preparing and submitting W-2 forms, not to mention all the other federal and state forms you need to file? Aatrix® eFile service saves time and money by letting you complete them automatically. Learn more.

Headline News: Next Sage Summit Scheduled for July 2011
Sage Summit is an annual conference designed to help you get the most out of your software. The next conference is scheduled for July of 2011 at Gaylord National in Washington, D.C. New in 2011, the event will be combined with the Sage Partner conference and will feature partner-focused tracks on July 10–13 and customer-focused tracks on July 13–15. Look for future information at www.sagesummit.com.

Tips & Tricks: Reconciling Cash Management for the First Time
Could you use some guidance getting your initial reconciliation completed? Our tips can help. Learn more.

May 2010

Sage Timberline Office v9.7 Ready for Takeoff
Version 9.7 of Sage Timberline Office (STO) will be supported on Microsoft Small Business Server, with Windows 7, in Virtual Server Environments, and by Pervasive P.SQL 10. Learn more.

April 2010

Integration with Autodesk Quantity Takeoff 2010
Building Information Modeling (BIM) gives designers the ability to identify and resolve issues in the model, rather than in the field where it is more expensive and time consuming. Now BIM software can be connected to Sage Timberline Office through Autodesk® Quantity Takeoff. Learn more.

Sage Timberline Office Version 9.7a
Sage Timberline Office 9.7a, coming your way this spring, includes new reporting and workflow tools designed to create efficiencies that will help you manage your business more profitably. Learn more.

March 2010

Highlights for the Sage Timberline Office Spring Release
You no doubt heard the announcement about the new Sage Timberline Enterprise product a few weeks ago. Not to be outdone, there are several new enhancements lined up for Sage Timberline Office which is scheduled for release in the Spring of 2010. Learn more (PDF).

February 2010

Changes in Sage Timberline 9.5 and 9.6
Have you recently upgraded to CD Version 9.5 or 9.6? Or will you be upgrading soon? If so, you will be glad to know that an Anytime Learning recording has been created that explains the changes. Watch this lesson to understand what has changed in your Sage Timberline Office software, and how those changes affect you. Learn about general enhancements to several applications as well as terminology and inquiry changes that impact everyone. You'll want to know about the new default locations for program and data files and how those affect you. Find out which security features have been enhanced and how to access the new Security Administration Tool.

If you have an Anytime Learning subscription, you can learn about all enhancements in versions 9.5 and 9.6 by registering for the Changes to Versions 9.5 and 9.6 course. Just click on the link and sit back and enjoy the popcorn and movie.

Budgeting Help Is on the Way
In a challenged construction environment, a firm grasp on the budget is a must. Sage has a very strong budgeting and planning tool called Active Planner, which now integrates with Sage Timberline Office. See it in action at a 1-hour webinar on March 2 or 18. Learn more.

Sage Continues Strong Investment in Construction Industry
Continued development in Sage Timberline Office has delivered an admirable track record of robust improvements and benefits for all users. More enhancements are on the way in 2010. Learn more.

Take Me Out to the Movies
Sage offers short recorded demos for you to review to learn more about how Sage Timberline Office modules can help you get your work done more efficiently. Learn more.

January 2010

Sage Receives Vision Award
Sage was honored with a Constructech magazine 2009 Vision award. The awards honor companies that have realized the advantages of applying innovative technologies to their businesses, and the technology enablers that have helped them achieve their goal. Award winners were honored during a special ceremony at the fourth annual Technology Day conference, held this year at the Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare Hotel.

Easy Update Installation with Sage Installation Manager
Sage Installation Manager allows you to install software updates to multiple workstations from a single location as well as perform a variety of other functions directly from the server. Learn more.

Sage Project Lifecycle Management
Sage Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) is a comprehensive, Web-based collaborative platform that can simplify your overall workflow by making all your project-related information and documentation available online in a secure, centralized location. Learn more.

December 2009

Sage Timberline Year End Considerations
Find all you need to know about 2009 Year-End. Learn more

November 2009

Best of 2009 Awards for Construction and Design Excellence
The Best of 2009 awards competition recognizes construction and design excellence in Oregon, Washington and Alaska. ICS Support is proud to provide Sage Timberline products to two of the winners. Learn more.

November and December are Months for Learning
Learn how to design basic Sage Timberline Office reports using Crystal Reports. Create professional-looking reports, control what information appears on the report, and use formulas and functions to display information as your company needs to see it. Learn more.

Empowering Great Minds: The New Sage Customer Portal
Sage has made it easy to find the answers to many of your questions with the introduction of the Knowledgebase in the new Sage Customer Portal. Learn more.

The Future of CSI MasterFormat 95
CSI announced plans this summer to no longer license or support MasterFormat™ 95 as of December 31, 2009. Learn more.

October 2009

An Estimator's Guide to Summit
At Sage Summit, you can combine the focused training of the hands-on lab with the wide variety of learning options that are unique to a conference venue. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced estimator, Sage Summit has sessions to benefit you. Learn more.

Get Ready for Year-end and the New Software Release in 2010
This year we will support three versions of the year-end update (9.4.1, 9.5, and 9.6). And watch for a major Sage Timberline Office release in early 2010 – accounting and estimating products will be distributed on DVDs only. Learn more.

Timberline Knowledgebase – A Great Resource for Year-end
Year-end is closer than you might think, and the Knowledgebase is a great resource for that busy time of year. If you haven't logged on to the new Sage Construction and Real Estate Customer Portal recently, here's how to do it. Learn more.

September 2009

Re-invest Today to Gain Advantage in the Economic Recovery to Come
This downturn could be a smart time to invest strategically in your business. While your competitors are hunkering down, you can take advantage of opportunities to improve your business and become more productive. Learn more.

Sage Summit Customer Registration is Now Open!
Sage Summit is the most important educational event of the year – experience the latest technologies, unsurpassed product insight, in-depth assistance with 1-to-1 expert advice from product insiders, and more. Learn more.

Better Than TiVo?
Would you like to improve your knowledge about existing Timberline products you own or add-ons you might be considering? Would you like to do it all at your convenience, when and where you want? If so, the Sage Webcast Center is made for you. Learn more.

August 2009

Turning Lemons into Lemonade
From Estimating, to project Management, to Job Cost tracking, there are actions you can take now to enhance the chances for success short term and long term. Learn more.

Register Early for Sage Summit and Save!
Take advantage of early bird discounts to gain a complete education in Sage Timberline Office while saving hundreds of dollars off your registration. Learn more.

July 2009

Boost Performance with Additional Modules and User Licenses for Timberline
Order today for up to 20% off on add-on modules and additional user licenses for Sage Timberline Office. Offer expires July 31, 2009. Learn more.

What's Coming: Product Information for Future Releases
Look for customer satisfaction enhancements in the Sage Timberline Office 9.6 update this summer, plus year-end updates in the fall. And make sure you plan ahead as accounting and estimating products move to DVD-only in 2010! Learn more.

Stay Ahead of the Competition with User Training
Maintaining a high level of user training is an important step in getting the most out of your software systems. During the month of July, Timberline is offering Realtime Learning opportunities focused on Reporting, with two outstanding series of web-based training sessions. Learn more.

Timberline Technical Tip: Entering a Commitment Change Order
After entering your subcontract or purchase order in Project Management, you found out that you need to revise some line item units and amounts. Find out how to revise your commitment without unlinking the associated invoices in Accounts Payable. Learn more.

June 2009

New Product Increases Estimating Efficiencies and Provides a Competitive Advantage for Contractors Involved in BIM Projects
New product integration will enable users to automatically export quantity information from Autodesk Quantity Takeoff 2010 to Sage Timberline Office Estimating and generate a cost estimate with one click, resulting in faster and more accurate cost estimating for BIM users. Learn more.

Sage Estimating Extended Customers Enjoy Free Model Estimating
Model Estimating helps you generate detailed conceptual estimates by answering a series of basic questions about a project. You can easily modify and monitor your estimate as changes are made to the design or project plan. And if you're an Estimating Extended customer, it is free! Learn more.

Important Notice for Sage Timberline Office v9.4 Customers Planning to Upgrade to v9.6
If you have not yet upgraded to version 9.5, you can upgrade directly to version 9.6. You will not miss out on any new enhancements AND you'll save a considerable amount of time during the upgrade. Learn more.

Manage Your Fixed Assets Better and Save 15%: Sage FAS Fixed Assets Now Integrates with Sage Timberline Office!
FAS Asset Accounting tracks, monitors, and reports on fixed assets, and integrates seamlessly with your Sage Timberline Office solution. Plus you can save 15% when you add Sage FAS to your Sage Timberline Office solution. Learn more.

For A Limited Time – Big Savings Offer from Sage
Get on the road to increased success with additional modules and user licenses for your Sage Timberline Office system. Order by July 30, 2009 and save up to 25%. Learn more.

May 2009

New Estimating Advanced Assembly Databases Available!
Sage Construction and Real Estate has a new suite of databases to get your team up and running quickly. Learn more.

From the "In Case You Missed It " Desk
Important Pay-Per-Minute Phone Support Notice from Sage
For those customers on BasicCare who have taken advantage of the Pay-Per-Minute support option in the past, here is an important notice that affects you. Effective 4/13/09, Sage is no longer offering Pay-Per-Minute support calls. If you would like access to the award winning Sage Support Team via telephone after 4/10/09, you will need to upgrade your current support plan to either the EssentialCare or PremierCare phone support plans.

Please contact Integrated Computer Systems Support at 425-820-6120 for additional information.

Tips to Weather a Tough Economy: Protecting Your Profit Margins
If you're looking for some smart strategies to help deal with the downturn, we have valuable tips to help protect your profit margins so you can conserve your cash. Learn more.

Three Classes to Improve Business Operations
Realtime Learning from Sage can help you stay on top of key measurements of your business' health – and don't miss their Payroll Power Pack course in May to help you produce your own payroll with more accuracy, in less time. Learn more.

April 2009

New Comprehensive and Industry-Specific Databases Help You Make the Most of Timberline Estimating
Have you been building a database for Timberline Estimating on your own? – and underutilizing your product as a result? Sage's new comprehensive and industry specific databases can help you out. Learn more.

Did You Know... How Many Ways Sage Timberline's Desktop Can Make Your Work Easier and Faster?
A canned or custom home page that gives you up to the minute information...other applications on your home page...the ability to set up or change your job information, to reconcile your applications to the General Ledger, to keep Workflow Centers at hand... Learn more.

Weathering the Tough Economy with Sage Timberline Office
Make sure you have accurate and reliable financial information with Sage Timberline Office tools and stay informed about the health of your business. Learn more.

March 2009

Efficiency Tip for March: Find the Holes in your Estimates In a Flash with Sage Timberline Office Estimating
Find out how to use the scan feature in Estimating to search for missing dollars in your estimates! Read more.

Service Plan Subscriptions for Year-End and Beyond
With a Sage Timberline Office service plan you'll receive the year-end tax table and form updates you need in order to meet government requirements – but that's just the beginning. Learn more.

What is TUG – and How Might It Benefit You?
Timberline Users Group (TUG) helps its Members be more productive, accurate and knowledgeable with the greatest possible camaraderie. Learn more.

Sage Timberline Office Version 9.6 to Arrive in March
What does the upcoming release of Sage Timberline Office Version 9.6 mean for you? More productivity enhancements that you can really use. It's coming in March and here's a preview of what you can look forward to in the new version:

• 64-Bit Compatibility
• Easier General Ledger Transactions Maintenance
• Estimating with multicurrency functionality
• Seamless integration between Estimating and Project Management – find out how you'll be able to launch Project Management RFIs and price out Change Requests right from within Estimating
• A new Project Management Wizard so you can move Project Management jobs to archive folders with ease
• Crystal Reporting that lets you select value ranges from a list
• Address Book Integration with Sage CRM

Download our PDF to discover many more details about the new versions of Sage Timberline Office.

February 2009

Translate Better Business Planning into Increased Savings with Sage Active Planner – and Save 10% on License Fees
Attend a FREE budgeting Webcast and learn how you can create effective, more accurate budgets and forecasts and render a true analysis of company performance with Sage Active Planner for Sage Timberline Office. And, for a limited time, save 10% on license fees! Learn more.

Discover the Keys of Successful Bid Management with Estimating Explorer
Eos Group's FREE Webinar on February 12 will show you how to improve file organization, track your progress, ensure successful bid management, and much more! Learn more.

Year-End Tips: How to Complete Quarterly Forms and Reports
This month's frequently asked questions for the Sage Timberline Online Knowledgebase focus on helping you complete your processes for quarterly reports and forms. Learn more.

January 2009

Get The Assistance You Need At Year-End with an Active Service Plan!
A service plan helps everyone in your organization become more productive and will enable you to meet the demanding schedule of year-end preparation. You'll receive year-end tips, tax and form software updates, complimentary year-end basics training, and much more. Learn more.

Technical Tip of the Month – Printing Labels
Whether you need labels for your AP vendors, for your Address Book contacts, or for your employees, mailing labels or labels for folders, there's a way to print them all. Learn more.

Report Refresh Offers a New Look in Reporting
Make your reports more professional looking, easier to read, and cleaner. Learn more.

Free Offer from Sage: Training on Year-End Procedures
Sage is offering a free opportunity to learn with Anytime Learning Subscriptions for Year-End. Try the streamlined sample pack and if you want a more in-depth experience, sign up for the complete subscription. Learn more.

December 2008

Eliminate the Hassles of Paperwork and Stay In-the-Know on Project Developments!
Project Management and Document Management keep information at your fingertips and your business organized and running smoothly. Learn more.

I Sent a Holiday Card to ...Oh Wait, Did I?
Every year my company sends holiday cards to all of our vendors. How can I use Sage Timberline Office to record and report on our sent holiday cards? Learn more.

Give the Gift of Education with an Estimating Fundamentals Anytime Learning Subscription – Just $490 for a Full Year
Are you ready to increase your productivity with Estimating Standard or Estimating Extended? Now you can enjoy unlimited access to our Estimating Fundamentals Anytime Learning subscription. Learn more.

Final Chance at Special 2008 Tax Savings
Act now to enjoy 50% bonus depreciation for software purchased and placed into service in 2008. Learn more.

Order your Official Sage Construction and Real Estate Tax Forms for Year-End Today
It's that time of year again and Sage CRE Forms is ready! Sage's 2008 tax forms will exceed all of your expectations – from an easy and convenient ordering experience to the high quality product and service you deserve.

Be ready for Year-End Processing and order your 2008 tax forms today. Sage CRE Forms has up-to-date, accurate tax forms that are the only tax forms guaranteed by Sage Software to be 100% compatible with your upcoming year-end software release. Plus, if you order by December 31, 2008, you'll receive 20% off your tax form order.

4 easy ways to order:

1. Go to www.sagecreforms.biz and use Promo Code: SNLTD
2. Call 800-760-7929 and a Customer Service Team Member will take your order over the phone. Mention Promo Code: SNLTD
3. Fax your order to 503-454-1826 with Promo Code: SNLTD
4. Mail your order along with Promo Code: SNLTD to: PO Box 230578, Portland, OR 97281

Don't be caught short this tax season, order your forms today!

November 2008

Putting Sage Summit Into Practice – What Will You Take Back to the Office with You?
Following last year's Sage Summit conference, Beth Hansen, CPA and Vice President of Chicago Graystone Realty, attended a Lean Principles – Business Process Mapping session at Sage Summit 2007 and took what she learned back to her office – literally. Learn more.

Save Big with Payroll Debit Cards
Reduce your payroll costs by up to $10-12 per paycheck while improving employee satisfaction with the Sage Payroll PayCard. Learn more.

Compete in the Best Project Estimate Challenge!
A new contest seeks to recognize and reward those estimating professionals and/or their teams who manage to get it right. The Best Project Estimate Challenge – the first of its kind in the estimating profession – is seeking entries from owners, architects, general contractors and estimators from all types of projects. Sponsored by Design Cost Data magazine, The American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE), and the International Builders Exchange Executives, this is a "closest to the pin" challenge for estimating professionals.

The winning entry will receive front cover recognition on an issue of Design Cost Data magazine, as well as contributions in their name to ASPE's scholarship fund. The winner will be announced at the ASPE Annual Meeting next July in St. Louis. For more information, visit www.dcd.com, e-mail Barb Castelli at barb@dcd.com, or call Integrated Computer Systems Support at 425-820-6120.

We encourage all our customers to submit an entry. With Sage Timberline Office estimating software in your arsenal, we're betting on one of you to win!

How Can You Put Building Information Modeling (BIM) to Work for Your Business?
Our free white paper will help you discover how BIM technology will impact the construction industry, and, just as important, how it can be used as part of a process to make your company more productive and profitable. Learn more.

Time is Running Out to Take Advantage of Big Tax Savings!
As part of the economic recovery efforts underway by the federal government, you may be able to enjoy special bonus depreciation when you purchase new software – but you need to start using it by the end of the year to qualify. Learn more.

October 2008

Learn to do More with Sage – and Save $100!
Sharpen your Sage Timberline Office skills and receive a $100 discount on all October Realtime Learning series registrations. Learn more.

Get Stress Relief Plus Version 9.5 Software with Your Sage Timberline Office Service Plan
With a Sage Timberline Office service plan, one click or phone call delivers the answers you need to achieve maximum results. And now, if you bring your plan current, you will receive the latest from Sage Timberline Office, Version 9.5. Learn more.

Technical Tips and Tricks: Backups to Keep Your Data Safe
Would you lose all your data if your disk drive failed? Regular backup can keep you safe from disaster with very little effort. Learn more.

A Sneak Peek at Version 9.5: The Improvements You Want to Know About
New features, Vista and Microsoft 2008 compatibility – all the updates summarized. Read more.

Save the Date – Tuesday, October 14, 2008 …
Find out what's in store!

September 2008

Sage Summit is Just Weeks Away!
Regardless of your role in your company, there is something for everyone at Sage Summit. Register now to take advantage of all your discounts, and experience a level of responsiveness and personal touch that you can't get over the phone or by e-mail. Learn more.

Improve Your Takeoff Productivity with a Free Sage Timberline Estimating Webinar!
Attend a FREE Webcast and see for yourself how these powerful applications can help you quickly calculate accurate job estimates. Learn more.

Sage Construction and Real Estate (CRE) Extends New Field Reports Feature to the Field!
With the new Field Reports feature coming soon in Sage Timberline Office Project Management Version 9.5, you'll know exactly what's happening on every job site – without having to be there! Learn more.

New Sage Promotions on Timberline Office or Estimating Bundles!
Don't miss these great prices, only available through September 30! Learn more.

Sage Timberline Office – It Works for You, Will it Work for Someone You Know?
Do you know someone who works for another company like yours, but who doesn't use Sage Timberline Office?

Does your friend complain about too many spreadsheets or impossible reporting requests, or entering data multiple times into systems that don't talk to each other?

If this sounds like someone you know, ICS Support would like to talk with them about how Timberline might help their business. If they purchase software from us, we will give you a 10% credit which you can apply to your next software purchase from ICS Support.

Call Integrated Computer Systems Support at 425-820-6120!

Save the Date – Tuesday, October 14, 2008 …
Please mark your calendar now for the morning of Tuesday, October 14, 2008. The First Annual ICS Support User's Conference will happen from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Watch for more details on speakers, topics, workshops, product demonstrations and more, all designed to help you be more productive in your daily use of Sage Timberline Office software.

Please mark your calendar now !

August 2008

New Project Management Features Coming in Sage Timberline Office – Version 9.5!
Know exactly what's happening on every job site...without having to be there! New field reports available this summer with the release of Sage Timberline Office Version 9.5 will allow users to record events on every project site to provide an overview of the day's activities and conditions. It's easier than ever to access critical and up-to-date information needed for every job, active or complete.

With field reports, you can easily keep track of:

• Job site weather and conditions
• Employee labor
• Equipment and material usage
• Progress of activities
• Events that can impact a job, such as accidents or safety violations
• Activities of visitors at the job site
• Activities of subcontractors
• Tool or supply security
• Work order and change order activity

You can also take advantage of add-on products from our partners that allow for easier-than-ever data entry for field employees! Give us a call to find out more!

New Timberline Promotions on Estimating Bundles or Choose Your Discount!
Don't miss these great prices, only available through September 30! Learn more.

For the Estimators in the Audience: BIM – How Can Three Letters Cause So Much Uproar?
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a topic of much discussion in today's market.

• What is BIM?
• How can it affect how you do business?
• What internal business processes should you examine in order to get started down the path toward successful utilization of BIM?
• What technology will be best for your company?
• How does Timberline Estimating fit in?

To get a cutting edge viewpoint, read our free whitepaper (PDF) on "Building Information Modeling: A Cost Estimating Perspective" by Nick Papadopoulos, President of Eos Group, Inc. Then call us to find out more and to assure that you have the right road map to successful integration of BIM into your company!

Raise Productivity with Free Sage Timberline Webinars
Free education now available to help your team use Sage applications more effectively. Log on and learn! Learn more.

Our First Annual Customer Event Coming Soon!
We could hardly contain our excitement as we plan for this very informative Timberline-focused event for you. Watch your e-mail and the September edition of this newsletter for all the details.

Get the Latest Updates Direct from Sage
ICS now offers you SageTimberline RSS feeds direct from Sage. Check frequently for the most recent news!

July 2008

No Bank Account? No Problem with Sage Payroll PayCard.
Both you and your unbanked employees can now receive cost savings and convenience similar to direct deposit. Here is a bonus – it works seamlessly with your Sage Timberline Office payroll solution. Learn more.

Build Your Teams Estimating Expertise – For What they Need When They Need It
For a small investment of $490, everyone on your team can get better at estimating – so your next job will be bid quickly and accurately. Learn more.

For More Profitable Projects, Give your Project Managers the Right Tools
When your project manager can access accurate real-time information on every aspect of the project on the fly, you're sure to see more profitable results. Sage Project Management will help you do just that. Learn more.

Sage Timberline Office Tops the Field Again
The CPA Technology Advisor magazine again awarded Sage Timberline Office 5 out of 5 stars in the 2008 Review of Contractor/Construction Accounting Systems. The software was rated in six categories: Learning Curve/Ease of Use; Modules & Functionality; Productivity Tools; Import/Export/Integration; Reporting; and Support & Training. "Sage Timberline Office continues to dominate the construction and property management industries with its comprehensive financial and operations software product," the review noted.

Get the Latest Updates Direct from Sage
ICS now offers you SageTimberline RSS feeds direct from Sage. Check frequently for the most recent news!

June 2008

Refer a Friend – and Earn $$
Here at ICS Support, we refuse to believe that the economy is in a recession. We've spoken with our customers and they seem optimistic as well. So it's time for all of us to take advantage of this chance to catch our breath – and deploy automated, integrated systems like Sage Timberline Office to improve efficiencies and help gear up for the growth that's coming.

As a current user of Timberline Accounting or Estimating, you already know its advantages – but you probably also know someone that could benefit from the deployment of Timberline. Why not do both yourself and them a favor and introduce them?

Sage Software and ICS are inviting your participation in the Customer Referral Program. In a nutshell, you make a referral, the referred company buys a new Timberline system, you receive a check.

Find out how to get paid when you send in a referral (PDF). Then follow the instructions included or call Integrated Computer Systems Support at 425-820-6120!

Attend Sage Summit and Boost Your Productivity
Sage Summit is Sage Software's annual customer conference, to be held November 17th through 20th, 2008 in Denver at the Colorado Convention Center. Registration opens in late July for this event, where more than 3,000 people are expected.

Events include a noteworthy keynote speaker; executive, business management, and product sessions; a trade show highlighting complementary Sage products and Development Partner add-ons for Timberline; and much more. You will have the opportunity to interact with Sage executives, technical resources, and most importantly, other Timberline users to discover new ways to be more productive in your business.

More details will follow from both ICS and Sage. To view the most current information, visit the Sage Summit website. Start making your plans to attend now!

Is Excel Causing You Headaches in Estimating?
You might want to check out Sage Timberline Estimating – and Sage is offering a fantastic "Getting Started" special with a $1,000 savings! Find out more.

Emerging Buzzword in Construction: What is CRM and What Can It Do For You?
As we interact with our current and prospective Timberline customers, one area of interest we are hearing more and more questions about is CRM. Perhaps you have heard the term and wondered what the acronym stands for. CRM is short for Customer Relationship Management. Briefly, it refers to the process of effectively managing the typical interactions between company employees and your customers (broadly defined as owners, subcontractors, vendors, etc.).

From handling vendor inquiries to checking the status of pending or current jobs, CRM software tools provide a central location for access to data. Sage CRM is now available as an integrated tool for all Timberline user companies, and ICS is now certified to provide sales, implementation and training services for Sage CRM. Two products make up the integrated suite: the Sage CRM core application, and the integration link software.

The SageCRM Overview brochure (PDF) will introduce you to the core SageCRM overview. The integration link software is also provided by ICS through Enabling IP, a Timberline approved Development Partner. The Timberline Sage Integration Link document (PDF) includes more details. Please call Integrated Computer Systems Support at 425-820-6120 if you would like to explore the benefits of CRM for your business.

May 2008

Sage Payroll PayCard Saves You Money and Time
ICS is pleased to announce the we are one of the first Sage Business Partners in the Northwest to offer the Sage Payroll PayCard. Currently available for Sage Timberline Office and Sage Abra HRMS, the Sage Payroll PayCard is a win/win idea for emploees and employers alike. Learn more.

MyAssistant for Sage Timberline Office Works for You 24/7
MyAssistant is an easy to use software tool that monitors your business and proactively notifies you of issues that need your attention. Learn more (PDF).

Earn Free Gifts for You or Your Business
Now through June 30, 2008 you can add value to your Sage Timberline Office solution by purchasing add-ons and add-uses. At the same time, earn valuable gifts for you or your business. Call us to find out how or click here to learn more.

April 2008

Manage Your Estimates With Estimating Explorer
If you are using the Sage Timberline Office Estimating module, you already know that with this tool you can perform takeoffs and create estimates with speed and accuracy. The Estimating component also comes with a tool for managing and analyzing your bids – Estimating Explorer. Read more.

For Your Information: Timberline Tips
Sage Software offers free Web seminars designed to help you better manage your business. Current offerings include:

• 5 Keys to Hiring Great Employees
• Introduction to Document Management
• Sage Timberline Office – My Assistant

For the current Sage Timberline Office Webcast schedule or to register, go to www.sage-webcast.com/timberline.