New versions of Acumatica cloud ERP software are released twice yearly and the next one is set to premiere in September 2018. Ahead of its release, we\u2019ve heard questions from clients and prospects about what the new version of the software will include and how they can get more information. So, in today\u2019s blog, I want to take a few minutes to answer those questions for all of our readers.<\/p>\n
First, let\u2019s look at some things Acumatica 2018 R2 will include. Many of these were chosen based on user feedback. This time, they focused on customer satisfaction, flexibility, and usability.<\/p>\n
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With the next Acumatica release you\u2019ll be able to close and manage the books for your companies separately, setting financial periods for each. Also, ASC 606 receives better compliance regarding revenue recognition. And, users can connect Acumatica with their favorite tax calculation tool.<\/p>\n
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It will integrate project labor costs and labor costs with payroll. Also, users can convert opportunities to a project, simplifying the quoting process for project focused businesses.<\/p>\n
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Updates to the Outlook integration tool will link email activities to your existing CRM contacts. Also, several GDPR compliance tools help you better handle your customers and prospects personal information., Acumatica is 2018 R2 will give them the power to decide how they want your organization to use their data.<\/p>\n
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A new engineering change control feature simplifies the design change process, thus reducing costs. Production management improvements streamline the production process for stock items. And, project focused manufacturers will enjoy the new integration with the project accounting module, as it helps to improve visibility while lowering overall operating costs.<\/p>\n
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With Acumatica 2018 R2, you can\u00a0create sales and service orders directly from an opportunity and ensure notes and attachments follow the opportunity all the way through the sales cycle for better, more efficient customer service. Improved inventory allocation and scheduling tools help you ensure that parts are in stock for every appointment.<\/p>\n
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Omni-channel sales are better supported. It has added additional sales order processing workflows. So, you can separate sales originating from online channels with upfront payments\u00a0from those salespeople enter which require payment terms.<\/p>\n
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Users will enjoy improved handling of requests for information (RFI\u2019s). Users will track these documents throughout their entire lifecycle. The software will link them to relevant emails and available on all devices.<\/p>\n
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We\u2019ve just scratched the surface of the new features coming to Acumatica 2018 R2 when it\u2019s released later next month.<\/p>\n
For more insider info on what\u2019s included, check out this Acumatica blog post<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n And, if you want to see Acumatica 2018 R2 up close and personal, you won\u2019t want to miss the launch event series. With each release, Acumatica holds live events in cities throughout the country, where partners and customers can come together to learn about what the latest version has to offer. These are happening throughout October. Sign up for the one that\u2019s most convenient for you<\/a>!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Hurry, seating is limited! Whether you already use Acumatica or are considering moving to this powerful, cloud-based business management solution, this is a can\u2019t miss opportunity for you to get an insider look at what\u2019s new and next with Acumatica.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n By: Laura Schomaker, Intelligent Technologies, Inc., a North Carolina Acumatica partner<\/p>\n\n