Cougar Mountain Newswire

4th Quarter, 2006

Version 11 is here!

Cougar Mountain Software is continually developing and integrating new and useful functions into our products. Version 11 is the latest release and includes some great tools intended to help you get more out of your system. This includes all the utensils and features of the previous Cougar Mountain versions, as well as more benefits like in-depth reports and stricter security settings.

Update disks are being shipped out to Software Assurance subscribers this week and should arrive in their mail boxes by the second week of November.

CLICK HERE to see some of the new highlights of Version 11.

Cougar Mountain's Software Assurance Program allows you to receive these newest features and other updates automatically. Register today and gain the peace of mind that comes with knowing your accounting system is always up-to-date with standard accounting practices and government regulations. Not only will you receive Cougar Mountain's latest service packs, you will also receive new versions of your software released during the length of your agreement.

Two GREAT New Money-Saving Add-ons

Blast custom documents in seconds!

Cougar Mountain Software is pleased to introduce PDF-eXPLODE e-Doc Generator, an integrated program that instantly creates and emails custom electronic documents such as invoices, purchase orders, and financial statements. Save time and money by turning important, timely materials into PDFs and delivering them to customers without ever sticking a stamp on an envelope. Or turn marketing materials, offers, and other incentives into PDFs and notify patrons with the click of a button. Other features include:

• Incorporates a customized or standard message with each emailed PDF.
• Is compatible with R&R Report Writer, Crystal Reports, Word, and Excel.
• Preserves the original appearance of documents.
• Combines multiple documents for the same recipient into one PDF.
• Instantly separates and delivers information unique to the recipient.
• Allows password protection for more secure communications.
• Records and creates archives of PDF files for recordkeeping.
• Can turn documents into PDFs without sending them.

Cougar Mountain CRM Bridge Tool New!

Your sales team can save time and energy with this new bridge that integrates CMS Professional Accounting with ACT! (a popular customer relationship management tool).  This tool allows them to link to Cougar Mountain Order Entry, and helps them quickly and easily keep customer records up to date.

In the Spotlight

FUND

Cougar Mountain Software's FUND Suite has received kudos from CPA Technology Magazine and CPA Magazine . CPA Technology Advisor awarded Cougar Mountain's FUND Suite 5 out of 5 stars and had this to say:

“These new features enhance Cougar Mountain's already strong accounting modules to create a comprehensive nonprofit software product. . . Reasonable pricing puts Cougar Mountain 's FUND Suite within reach of most small to midsize nonprofit organizations. This product would be an excellent choice for those wanting a strong accounting backbone coupled with nonprofit capabilities.”

In their November 2006 issue, CPA Magazine rated the FUND Suite as one of the top-five nonprofit accounting software programs available. Reviewer Lori Widmer had this to say:

“This system is truly comprehensive. All modules in the suite integrate organizational information easily.”

Point of Sale

The November issue of CPA Technology Advisor reviewed Point of Sale systems and awarded Cougar Mountain 's Professional POS program 5 out of 5 stars!

“Cougar Mountain Software's Professional Point of Sale is an easily-navigated point-of-sale product that can suit the needs of small to midsize retailers, especially gift and specialty shops or high-end retail stores. . . Cougar Mountain Professional Point of Sale is an excellent choice for the specialty retailer.”

Denali

Lastly, CPA Technology Advisor also awarded Cougar Mountain 's Denali Accounting 4 ½ stars out of 5 in their September 2006 issue!

“Screens are well planned and intuitive, giving even new users a quick learning curve. . . Cougar Mountain has certainly taken a nice step in the right direction with Denali.”

Cougar Training

If you or your employees are in need of some training, make plans to attend a training seminar in sunny Florida this coming January. The cost is $695 per person for the first 3 days with the 4th day being optional for an additional $199. The event will be held during the week of January 8th through the 11th, 2007.

Understanding Depreciation

John Day, author of the Real Life Accounting online course, presents this quick overview on depreciation and what is means to your business come tax time. “Understanding how basic depreciation works can be valuable to the small business owner because it helps to know the tax implications when planning for capital equipment purchases.” --- John Day

Read the article.

Cougar Mountain Quick Tip

Enhance your interaction with Cougar Mountain and streamline your business processes by defining a Custom Options menu for any module. Custom Options menus can include links to frequently-used windows within Cougar Mountain or even to external programs such as Microsoft Outlook.

CLICK HERE for a step-by-step tutorial.

Customer Service Center

Visit our Customer Service Center to get the latest Updates and Smart Patches for your existing Cougar Mountain applications.

CLICK HERE for the CSC.