Q2-2023 System Five Enhancements

Windward System Five Version 7 Launch: Enhanced Functionality and Security

We are excited to announce the release of Windward System Five Version 7.0.0.x. This new version brings with it a host of new features and improvements, including enhanced security, support for high DPI monitors, and improved PDF printing. We've even snuck spell check into rich text areas of the software. In this post, we'll go over the new enhancements and features that come with Windward System Five V7.

Dark Mode, Light, and Classic Colors Themes

OS Support

Windward System Five V7 is compatible with a range of Windows Operating Systems.

The following Windows operating systems are supported:

• Windows 10 Pro
• Windows 11 Pro
• Windows Server 2016
• Windows Server 2019
• Windows Server 2022

NOTE: Actian Zen 15 is required for Windows 11/Server 2022

Windows Notifications

Windward System Five V7 now shows notifications as Windows Notifications instead of dialog boxes or S5 taskbar notifications. This feature enables you to receive notifications in real-time, keeping you up-to-date with the latest system updates and changes.

Performance and Security Improvements

• Native HTTPS support for faster more secure communication
• Microsoft Edge Chromium Browser replaces IE browser
• Improved POS device manager

Tokenized Payments

As with 6.4.0.x, Windward System Five V7 does not store or transmit credit card data and therefore has limited PCI scope. Merchants with recurring payments or "cards on file" will need to convert to a tokenized payment processing solution such as Netepay Hosted.

PDF Printing

Windward System Five V7 uses a new PDF printing engine that improves PDF support and increases quality. This feature ensures that your PDF documents are of the highest quality, making them easier to read and share.

Are you ready for Windward System Five V7?

As you can see, Windward System Five V7 is a significant update that brings with it a host of new features and enhancements. From Dark Mode to enhanced security and support for high DPI monitors, this version has everything you need to take your system to the next level. We hope you enjoy using Windward System Five Version 7.0.0.x as much as we enjoyed creating it!

Customers are required to be on an active Windward Maintenance Contract or a Windward System Five on Cloud subscriber to install or receive product updates.  The Windward Maintenance Contract is a standard annual business expense for all Windward System Five users.  Windward Software is in business to support your business, and this plan allows us to bring value to you when you need us most.

The video below shows some of the resources available to Windward Clients.

Find out more on the Windward Maintenance Contract site.