Greetings!
Welcome to Merit Matters, your source for the latest business and technology news from Merit Solutions. We hope that our newly redesigned e-newsletter will enhance your reading experience. As of January, 2008, Merit will be releasing this e-newsletter monthly.

Winter 2007 Client  Update

Inside this Issue:
Register Now for Convergence 2008
Tips and Tricks of the Month
Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 Preview
Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 Review
Microsoft Current Customer Offers

Join Us at Microsoft Convergence 2008!!
March 11-14 in Orlando

In 2008, Convergence leads us to the southeastern portion of the U.S. in beautiful Orlando, Florida and the Orange County Convention Center. Convergence is Microsoft's premier event that brings together customers, partners, team members and industry experts to discuss solutions, address business needs, and establish and strengthen strategic business connections.

While attending the event you can expect to receive critical information related to your business solution through various channels: Product Tracks, Networking, Attendee Services, Learning Center and much more.

For registration information, click here.

Join us in Orlando for information gathering, connections at our Expo booth, and a time to relax at Rock-N-Rave:

Expo Connections
Drop by our Expo Booth and connect with experienced Merit Solutions team members at this expert trade show, scheduled to be open extended hours. Explore Merit's proven software, development services and consulting solutions to discover innovative ways you can improve your business performance.

Rock-N-Rave With Us
Join fellow Microsoft Dynamics GP Customers and Partners, including Merit Solutions team members, in a relaxed Rock-N-Rave setting for enjoyable entertainment and networking opportunities in Orlando.

Tips and Tricks of the Month - Payroll Year-End Tips:

Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains)

  • Complete all pay runs for 2007
  • Complete all monthly and quarterly payroll period-end procedures
  • Create a backup of your database
  • Save back-up as "2007 Pre Year-End Tax Update"
  • Install the year-end update
  • Create a new Year-end file
  • Create another backup of your database
  • Save new backup as "2007 Post Year-End File"
  • Verify and print W2 and 1099-R statements
  • Install payroll tax update for 2007

If you would like more information on the above Tips and Tricks, contact a Merit Solutions representative by CLICKING HERE.

Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 Preview

Preview the upcoming release from Microsoft to understand how you can increase sales success, deliver superior customer service, and make informed agile business decisions with Microsoft CRM. Accessible from Microsoft Outlook and the Web, Microsoft CRM is easy to use, customize, and maintain, integrates with other business systems, and scales to grow along with your business.

Contact Merit Solutions today to schedule an online preview of Dynamics CRM 4.0. CLICK HERE to request more information.

Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 Review

Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 helps to ensure consistency, accuracy, and tighter controls across your business with automated approval workflows. Workflows can be set up to fit the unique needs of your business process.

  • Increase business productivity on all levels
  • Maximize your ability to access information
  • Use familiar technology that is IT friendly
  • Streamline critical business tasks

Contact Merit Solutions today to schedule an online review of Dynamics GP 10.0. CLICK HERE to request more information.

Microsoft Current Customer Offers

Existing Customer Additional Microsoft Dynamics GP User Offer
Purchase new user licenses and receive additional user licenses for free. The more you buy the more you save.

Purchase After: 10/18/2007       Purchase By: 12/21/2007         Redeem By: 12/21/2007

Microsoft Dynamics GP Existing Customer Business Intelligence Offer
Receive special promotional pricing on the Business Intelligence modules for Microsoft Dynamics GP. Buy two BI modules (as follows) and receive the third at no additional cost. Business Intelligence Layer , Analysis Cubes Library, Advanced Analysis Cubes Library, Smartlist Builder , Analytical Accounting, Dynamics GP Extender, FRx Professional Upgrade, FRx Webport, FRx Report Server, FRx Currency Translation, FRx Drill Down Viewer, FRx Report Launcher, FRx Report Manager, Microsoft Forecaster.

Purchase After: 10/1/2007         Purchase By: 3/21/2008          Redeem By: 3/21/2008

Dynamics License Model Transition Offer
Microsoft is offering special promotional pricing for customers looking to perform a License Model Transition from Module Based Licensing to Business Ready Licensing. When transitioning, customers may subtract $750 off of the License Model Transition Fee for every Business Ready Licensing User purchased at the time of transition - customers must purchase 3 or more new Business Ready Licensing Users to qualify.

Purchase After: 7/16/2007         Purchase By: 12/21/2007        Redeem By: ongoing

Existing Dynamics GP Customer Human Resources and Payroll Offer
Receive up to 25% off of the estimated retail prices (ERP) for select HRP Modules.

Purchase After: 7/06/2007         Purchase By: 12/21/2007        Redeem By: ongoing

To take advantage of the offers above, contact your
Merit Solutions, Inc Representative today!
(630) 614-7133

 
Quarterly Quote
"How you gather, manage and use information will determine whether you win or lose."  - Bill Gates

Merit Solutions | 1749 S. Naperville Rd., Suite 200 | Wheaton | IL | 60187