Custom Cougar Mountain Software
Introducing a new website – customcougarmtn.com! We already know that our accounting software has many functions and reports that you find useful, but we also know it doesn’t do everything. That is why nearly a year ago we created a custom modification department to help bridge the gap between an individual’s business needs and our accounting software. As a result, this team of dedicated experts has created and delivered many customized solutions for our customers.
As this department grows and expands our custom modification team will not only include customized CMS Professional software solutions, but will work on requests to tailor solutions for our Denali customers as well!
This new website offers examples of completed modifications that have been built to cater to specific businesses, however you might find that one of these modifications might be useful to you as well, or it may help inspire a modification that you may need.
Let us know if you have a need that our software does not currently address – contact your Account Executive, 800.388.3038, and check out www.customcougarmtn.com.
Released on October 22 -
Microsoft Windows 7
With major releases like Windows 7, many questions arise. Such as—“I need to purchase new hardware, so will my software still work?” We can safely say when it comes to our Cougar Mountain Software CMS Professional 2010 IS compatible with Windows 7, and we’re currently testing Denali. However here are a few tips to consider before transitioning to a new operating system.
- In order to run CMS Professional 2010 you need to have Windows 7 Professional or higher. These versions will include all of the software components needed to run CMS in a network environment without any problems.
- Be sure to use the 32-bit version of Windows 7. Windows 7 will come in both a 32-bit and 64-bit versions. They are not interchangeable. Additionally, the 64-bit version needs a more powerful PC to run and may not be compatible with your current hardware.
- Know if you need an upgrade or a full installation. If you are currently running Windows XP, or some versions of Windows Vista, you will have to reinstall the entire operating system. Other versions of Windows Vista can be upgraded to Windows 7. Check with your software vendor if you are not sure which option you will need.
- Be prepared. If you do need to have a full installation of Windows 7, you will have to erase everything currently on your PC. Be sure that everything you want is backed-up first, or hire an IT professional to complete the installation for you without losing your data.
- Additionally once the new hardware is purchased and our software is installed, you will need to turn off the UAC control, so that your CMS Professional 2010 software will function properly.
The best tip that we can offer is to do your research. Ask questions and stay informed. If you have any questions contact Cougar Mountain Software at 800.388.3038.
Get Your Cougar Mountain Software Compatible Forms Online – TODAY!
Cougar Mountain Forms & Supplies has redesigned their website! Now you can order checks, tax forms, or custom labels that are guaranteed 100 % compatible with your Cougar Mountain Software. Check it out at www.cougarforms.com.

Featured Blog: Back-Up Your Company Data
“Backing up your company data is very important but the problem is that the majority of people are too busy to do it often enough. With that in mind, here are some tips on how to protect your company data:” Click here to read this blog post.
**The Tips and Tricks Section of the Cougar Mountain Blog offers many tips and or solutions to everyday problems that CMS users may run into with their accounting software. Please keep in mind, if you have a problem with your CMS software and it cannot be resolved by any of the tips on our blog; please contact an Account Executive at 800.388.3038.
Tax Time is Coming. Are You Prepared?
2010 is right around the corner, which means tax time and organizing your W-2s.
With CMS Professional 2010 Payroll users can: directly file employee W-2s as well as other state and federal tax forms electronically with our Aatrix’s eFile service. With CMS Professional 2010 Payroll and Aatrix, users can also:
- Directly transfer funds from your bank account to your employees’ accounts.
- Protect confidential payroll information with user-specific and function–specific security settings.
- Restrict payroll record access to authorized personnel only.
- Compensate employees working in multiple states.
- Automatically calculate an employees pay including any garnishments they may have within the legal guidelines and laws.
Save time, money and hassle with our Payroll solution and save, big! For more information on CMS Professional Payroll, call an Account Executive at 800.388.3038
An Accounting Basics Refresher
- Need a hint? Look in our Glossary of Accounting Terms
- Play the puzzle online by clicking here.
- Download the puzzle as a PDF and print it out.
- Or just peak at the answers.




