Windward Software is pleased to announce that Digital.com, a leading independent review website for small business online tools, products, and services, has named Windward System Five on Cloud as best point of sale (POS) system of 2021. The top solutions were evaluated based on several core features and customer feedback.
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It Takes a Village To Implement Good Software
Everyone has heard the old adage that it "takes a village..." With all of the people involved in proper software development and implementation, it really does take a village, or perhaps even a valley of people to develop and implement your software. (Just a small nod to the Okanagan Valley, home of Windward Software) This is especially true when the application is...
Mitigating the Impact of Inventory Adjustments
We've all been through it. Looking high and low for an item that the computer says is there, but you just can't find it. There are many reasons that there could be a discrepancy. Properly making adjustments to inventory will not only help you maintain good records and reduce wasted time but also keep your staff's sanity in check.
What's New In Update 6.2.4?
Windward Software created Windward System Five in 1984. Since then we have been committed to continuously improving our product by developing features and functionality for our core industries. Version 6.2.4 has had some Enhancements that have made their way into General Release. So... here's a preview.
We've all seen it, the ridiculous refund request from the person that thought they could "rent your item for free." Big-Box stores have trained customers into this behavior, by taking ANYTHING back in ANY CONDITION. Standing your ground to prove a point doesn't win you any Customer Service Points, so here we are.
Inventory control software can be configured to work with either push or pull management methods. But with uncertainty in the supply chain "Why not try a blended approach?"
There is an ongoing debate as to which inventory control method works best: ‘push’ or ‘pull.’ Each approach has its pros and cons that require careful consideration. However, for those who use...
Ever run a report that fell short of a piece of information that you needed? Have you struggled with combining data in a spreadsheet just to get the nugget of info that you seek?
Stop wasting time with reports that don't paint the full picture; Start designing inventory reports that give you the insights you need to make informed decisions.
Many businesses struggle with decisions around the best business system to manage their expanding operations.
Unfortunately, proper planning of an integrated business management software system often takes a back seat to short-term revenue acceleration goals. As a result, it's often the case that businesses opt to install various independent applications at different...
Accounting isn't everyone's favorite task, especially around the end of the month. But the fact remains that end of Month accounting routines help ensure that mistakes are caught and corrected so that you have an accurate picture of your business's finances.