Fernbay (27-01-10)
Hi All.
I just want to know what software other techs are using.
You know... to track jobs, customers, etc.....
Also the cost of the package you use would be good to know
Maybe a member here could build a decent one.
For me, B.E.S.T & Paperworks are out.... Both have problems
This also looks like a nice template to modify
Fernbay (27-01-10)
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Hey that looks real sweet thanks
have you used it yourself
cheers
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Fernbay (27-01-10)
Looks like someone knew what they were doing in Access
TZB I love your avatar
Thanks BayTv They had another program there also Repair Tracking Database
which will come in handy for me as I am getting forgetful lol
cheers
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Fernbay (27-01-10)
Anyone know how I use this in Access 2007?
Fernbay (27-01-10)
lol Thats my problem this software was made with
2003 I can update it to work with 2007
but I can't edit it
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Yeah if you squint your eyes you could see it was
Mr Data reflection
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This looks good too
$100 buys a unlocked version that can be customised & manipulated - Looks like a reasonable template
Suits small one engineer firms or larger companies with an army of engineers, workshop or on-site repairs. Record all your clients, their units (things you repair), service details including parts, labour, travel etc and invoice them.
Suitable for all maintenance and repair sectors; office machinery and computers, industrial equipment, motor vehicles, plant & machinery etc.
Client database with full unit repair history and details of parts & labour charges and costs.
Parts database to record unit costs and charges.
Automatically adopts your local currency and date formats
Select the client, select the unit, add a service detailing the parts and labour and print an invoice (either as a tax document or as an input source to your separate accounts package).
Set the unit service interval and each time a service is entered for that unit, the next service date is set automatically.
Print a list of units due for service within a date range and other criteria so that you can canvass for appointments.
Print a unit's full service history; what repairs and maintenance have been completed and all the notes and details about the unit and each service including all service costs and charges.
So simple to use
No user licences or repeat fees (you buy the "freehold" with the full version)
Fully customisable, you can add your own additional functionality (the database is not locked, so you can change or add whatever you need)
Last edited by BayTV; 08-02-08 at 10:02 PM. Reason: Added more info
B.E.S.T. is about 15 years old & dos based.
The database often crashes. Copy & paste is difficult. It's antiquated.
Paperworks is not very user friendly. It's windows compatible buts it's search functions are terrible & cumbersome. It could be OK IF it had stuff like outlook calander intergration (it doesn't). It's friggin expensive too
Hi guys.We would be very interested in something functional and user friendly that dont cost the earth like those mentioned.
And it hasnt got to cook you a three course meal when all you want is a hamburger.
Sometimes things can be made too complex and leave out basic sensible things like something we are dealing with at present.
Depending on what you need alot can be done on Access.
Just need to define the things you want.
Yes it can get complicated but most databases are simple.
Basic Structure
Log Job In
Details of Customer (License number/Device Model/Serial Number/Problem as Customer says it is. etc)
Time allocation against unit.
Parts Used on Job
Invoice printing and sign off sheet for Customer.
basic Stock Control
Parts ordered and delivered
At least then you know if you have the part in the shop rather than searching all the shelves.
Let me know if ou want mods on those free databases.
Shouldn't be too hard to do.
@Fernbay
This B.E.S.T Program. Any chance of having a look. Would like to see if I can transfer the data to Access Database and re-create the basic interface.
Let me know if interested.
Can do mate, but it's about 500 ~ 600mb....
I'm certainly interested though
So has anyone any ideas on what I can use besides paperworks?
Best is out too, so please dont sugest that.
Can we get one writen by outsourcing to india?
Hi BayTV I haven't had a chance to download and try these might be
good or might be crap
EDIT Or might have nothing to do with it at all LOL
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Try SmegIt -
Participate in the Beta trial for FREE !!
It's targeted towards authorised service centers who do a lot of warranty repairs.
The trial requires co-operation from users through a forum to help iron out bugs.
Hi Smeg.
Can you give us an indication of what the price & licencing agreement might be for the finished product?
Reality is an invention of my imagination.
ಠ_ಠ
The following info is not firm and is a few years old:
Pricing for the software is $1500 + GST for the software including two terminal licenses. (Frontdesk + workshop) For each extra terminal on the same network there is a charge of $125 + GST for each license there after. Once paid each license is valid for a 12 month period, to continue receiving upgrades & support a renewal fee of $50 + GST per existing license will be applicable. Any new terminal licenses will be $125 + GST each.
Not sure of a completion date at this point as the market for this type of software has declined considerably... The software is mostly complete apart from stock control and some bug fixes.
I am still waiting for your email
Sent Sat 18/11/2006 1:34 PM
Hi just trying your smegit software and it is asking for a password to install it
And I have tried boss could you please send me the password to install thanks.
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