While cloud computing offers several benefits, it also has some security issues that may be a concern. If you're thinking about transferring some of your systems to the cloud but security concerns are holding you back, read on to learn more about common cloud security issues and what you can do to resolve them.  

IT hosting services provide a wealth of benefits, from affordable implementation to automatic updates and off-site management. Your host handles the maintenance and upkeep of the system while you enjoy the functionality and scalability. A good IT host acts as an extension of your company, so you want to choose the right provider. Make sure you address these considerations as you're making your ...

We are currently creating a new Rebate module for a client. This module calculates the best net rebate cost for each line entered during the sales flow cycle from Quotes to Invoices. Since this is a very resource intensive process we decided to compare our techniques to access the Sage Enterprise Management (X3) database tables and views to choose the most optimal ones.  

Remote teams can give your products and services a global presence. When you're working with remote teams, you want to streamline your activities for optimum efficiency given the limited resources available in remote or mobile work environments. You also need to consider the special requirements of the country you're serving. Electronic invoicing can help you address both considerations.  

Adoption of cloud computing is on the rise, with 79 percent of IT managers and leaders reporting at least one cloud project underway or planned. If you're considering the cloud for your IT services and solutions, you're not alone. Moving to the cloud is a major step that requires careful thought. Make sure you consider the following essential factors first.  

Cloud computing is increasing in popularity, and for good reason. Working in the cloud allows companies to simplify many aspects of their business operations without sacrificing efficiency or functionality. An estimated 83 percent of enterprise workloads will exist in the cloud by 2020. Sixty-two percent of businesses turn to cloud adoption for IT agility. If you're looking for streamlined proc...

Employee productivity is the key factor that ultimately determines how much return you'll see on the investment in company workers. Unproductive employees create a consistent drain on business funds, while a highly productive worker will give your bottom line a boost. Try the following tactics to encourage engagement, innovation, and efficiency among your employees.  

Generating reports is a key function in any business. Reports provide the essential details that ultimately determine whether you're celebrating success or doing damage control to avoid disaster. Generating, sharing, and evaluating business reports is an activity that happens so often that you may have fallen into a habit of complacency surrounding these processes. You can increase efficiency a...

Customer service is important to shoppers around the globe, but the definition of stellar service varies by country. If you're serving an international audience, streamlining your shipping for cross-country treks is not enough. You need to optimize your customer service strategies to meet your customers where they are and offer the type of support that's most important in each distinct culture....

Maintaining multiple warehouses is an efficient choice in a landscape where shipping demands are higher than ever. The modern consumer expects quick delivery, which is all but impossible if you're shipping across the country from one location. Nearly half of shoppers want hyperlocal delivery, and over a quarter will abandon their online shopping carts when they discover slow shipping. Well-plac...

The fragrance and cosmetics distribution/manufacturing industry has very specific needs dictated by the major actors in the segment. Those commonly accepted practices need to be handled by your business management solution. This continuation of our non-exhaustive list (view Part 1 here) demonstrates the expertise Southeast Computer Solutions acquired throughout its implementation projects durin...

The fragrance and cosmetics distribution/manufacturing industry has very specific needs dictated by the major actors in the segment. Those commonly accepted practices need to be handled by your business management solution. This non-exhaustive list (and in no particular order) demonstrates the expertise Southeast Computer Solutions acquired throughout its implementation projects during its 33 y...

When we post multiple payments on a single receipt, they all combine into one BANK posting which shows only one line on Manual Matching and Statements. Can we have them showing separate entries instead? The answer is yes. Read our blog to learn how to make a single line entry per customer payments in Sage X3.  

Occasionally you may see Suspended Matching in the Journal Status Monitor on Sage X3. This can be caused either by a setup problem or possibly a locking issue. Read our blog for more information on how to clean up Suspended Matching in the Journal Status monitor within Sage x3.  

Have you ever asked yourself – Do I have a Firm Purchase Order already created for a Product that is suggested? Has the Purchase order items been received? Was it received complete? Just by changing a few settings in Sage Enterprise Management (formerly Sage X3) you would be able to answer all those question in your Enterprise Planning – POS grid.  

Nowadays, system and data integrations are not new concepts. In the ever developing world of ERP systems, companies often find themselves in need to incorporate other software programs with their ERP system. It is becoming increasing difficult to find one software package that meets 100% of the growing demands of a business. However, there are a few things that should be considered when about t...

As you probably know by now and if you have been using Sage Enterprise Management (formerly Sagex3) for a while, there are always hidden gems that will get you out of difficult situations. A flag you never really paid attention to, a drop-down list you clicked on but never really understood what it was doing or the implications it could have on a business case.

With the new version of CFDI 3.3 it’s necessary provide more detailed information to the authority every time that a CFDI is generated. Such is the case of received advances or “Pagos Anticipados” that is considered cumulative incomes for ISR purposes, and that it is necessary to generate a CFDI to support it. 

The question frequently arises: Which is the best report to show a customer's current status? There’s really no single answer and, as usual, the best answer is, depends. It depends on the actual needs of the person requesting the process, and the date on which the report is likely to be run.

Esta es la primera de lo que serán 4 entregas de un blog en el que se abarcarán los principales aspectos del tema de la Importación de datos en Sage Enterprise Management (Sage X3). Algunas entradas anteriores que pudieran estar ligeramente relacionadas con esta entrada son:

Sage X3 is a multi-language software – that is, based on user preferences, the screens can be displayed in multiple languages. This ability applies to field labels, their descriptions, and (some) field values; in addition to being displayed in a customer’s preferred language, things like product descriptions, invoices, etc. can also be printed in a customer's preferred language. Sometimes, yo...

Jeff and I attended the Acumatica Summit in Nashville, along with nearly 1,200 others – a record showing – and we saw more new partners and ISVs than ever before. The level of excitement and enthusiasm regarding Acumatica was energizing for all the attendees, including us.

One of the common issues facing people who deal with third-party logistics providers (3PL) is that they’re rarely using the same software to manage their inventory. Which puts inventory balances out of sync.

System and data integrations aren’t new concepts. It’s becoming increasingly difficult to find one software package that meets 100% of the demands of a growing business, so companies often find themselves needing to integrate other software programs with their ERP system. Although the first question is always, “Is it compatible with our ERP system?” there are other things to consider before c...

We're excited to announce two significant senior-level staff changes we've made due to the success and growth of the Sage Enterprise Management (formerly known as Sage X3) practice in 2017.

Every product you receive from a supplier must have a status before it can move to the next step in its journey (to the warehouse, out to another customer, etc.) Sage X3 makes this process easy, allowing your received products to move on more quickly and allowing you to accept multiple shipments in a shorter amount of time.

Southeast Computer Solutions was selected as a member of the Bob Scott’s VAR Stars for 2017, a group of 100 midmarket financial software & consulting organizations honored for numerous accomplishments.

If you’ve ever needed to post an out-of-the-ordinary GL posting, chances are that an automatic journal tweak would be sufficient to take care of it.