In my experience as an EOS Integrator, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial efficiency and seamless operations are for staying competitive. However, many companies often face significant challenges due to disconnected systems. For instance, it’s not uncommon for marketing to be on one platform, sales on another, and operations using something entirely different. This lack of … Read more
Stay updated with the latest technological advancements Microsoft 365 Copilot is not just a strategy but a necessity for businesses aiming to thrive in competitive markets. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is at the forefront of this innovation, continually introducing enhancements that redefine operational efficiency and productivity for small and medium-sized businesses. As a trusted … Read more
Thursday, May 16, 2024 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM (CDT) Watch the Recording Join us to learn how Crestwood’s Collections Management for Acumatica can transform your collections process, ensuring you achieve higher efficiency, improved cash flow, and reduced time spent on collections. Our Collections Management tool, exclusively designed for Acumatica users, has transformed … Read more
Watch the Recording Auto Kitting enhances the processing of Kits or Bundles in the distribution section. Designed to seamlessly integrate with your operations, Auto Kitting expands upon Acumatica’s standard kitting capabilities, allowing distributors to treat kits as ready-to-ship finished goods. This dynamic solution facilitates auto-assembly of kits during sales order fulfillment, a capability previously … Read more
ConCurrent, our latest connector that integrates Concur, the leading expense and invoice management solution, with the comprehensive Acumatica Cloud ERP platform, is an integration designed for businesses utilizing both Concur and Acumatica, aiming to enhance financial workflows for unparalleled efficiency and clarity. Evolving Industry Trends: The ERP industry is witnessing a significant transformation, with businesses … Read more
As a valued member of the Crestwood family, we’re thrilled to present an exclusive sneak peek into our latest breakthrough that will modernize how businesses manage invoices and expenses. Meet ConCurrent, our innovative tool crafted to bring finance solutions and bridge the gap between Concur and Acumatica, offering a new level of integration and efficiency … Read more
Discovering the Latest Release of our Advanced Commissions Add-On Solution As businesses grow and evolve, so do their requirements and challenges. One such area of constant evolution is the management of commissions. The traditional systems, while effective for basic tasks, often fall short when businesses demand more flexibility and advanced functionalities. Crestwood Associates recognized … Read more
What’s New in the Latest Release of Our Collections Management Add-On Offered as an add-on product to Acumatica users, our Collections Management tool has proven to be a game-changer for collections activities. Businesses can easily visualize all their collections activities from a convenient dashboard, while also automating timed steps in collection plans, the closing … Read more
Year-end is coming too quickly – can you believe the year is almost over? For our Dynamics GP folks, it’s time to start looking at what needs to be done. October 2021 Dynamics GP Release Let’s start with the latest release – Dynamics GP 18.4. Microsoft has added a ton of functionality this time around. … Read more
It was an amazing couple of days at Acumatica Summit 2021 last week. Joining sessions, walking the Marketplace halls, and spending time learning what Acumatica 2021 R2 has in store for us. At Summit, the Crestwood team (not to brag) won six – yes SIX – MVP awards for being “passionate community members that are … Read more
As part of our ongoing commitment to improving daily life for our customers, we have begun a regular cycle of updates to our Crestwood’s Add-On Products for Acumatica. Our dedicated developer is taking all the feedback we get from users, making changes and incorporating them into the next “release” of the products. This blog will … Read more
Acumatica has recognized Crestwood’s Lockbox Processing, 360° Sales View, and Collections Management products for quality and usability with their latest version Schaumburg, Ill. and Orlando, Fla. – May 7th, 2021 Crestwood Associates is proud to announce the first slate of add-on products (Lockbox Processing, 360° Sales View, and Collections Management) have been recognized as Acumatica-Certified … Read more
It is no secret that Acumatica is one of the best ERP systems available for small- to mid-sized businesses. However, even the BEST systems cannot possibly solve every single problem. And that is where the best VARs come in. Crestwood’s years of experience with accounting software has given our team the insight to know exactly … Read more
No matter what size your business is and which industry you’re in, the increase in remote workforces has also brought about an increase in hackers and ransomware attacks. Similar to the pandemic, hackers don’t discriminate, they target any and all businesses. Some data shows small to medium sized businesses are more of a target because … Read more
Save hours of time calculating, verifying, and paying out commissions with Advanced Commissions from Crestwood Associates. Native functionality (no more Excel!) Enhanced customizable plans And much more This natively-built add-on module allows you virtually unlimited commission calculation flexibility to meet all your unique business needs. High-level overview of Advanced Commissions: First, the salesperson is tied … Read more
When you purchase from a supplier, they expect to be paid accurately, reliably, and in a timely manner. Driven in part by supplier demands and expectations, many organizations are looking for opportunities to automate their processes. While automation delivers a wide range of benefits, enhancing speed of payment and reducing the likelihood that exceptions and … Read more
It’s hard enough to manage a sales staff. It’s on the sales manager to set quotas, deal with egos, track results, enforce policies, coach reps, and lay the groundwork for success. But even when things are working out well, you still have more work on your plate. Something we discussed in a recent blog, it … Read more
Microsoft Dynamics GP is one of those reliable, familiar business management tools. Able to grow with your business, the product has been used by companies for decades. Better yet, with the announcement of their new “Modern Policy” starting in October 2019, Microsoft has made coming releases of Dynamics GP even more resilient and evergreen. However, … Read more
Is it too early to talk about spring cleaning? Even if the winter has been mild (by Midwest standards), there’s still a bit of time before we open up the windows and go crazy on cleaning up our homes. But what about the situation at our companies? Maybe we shouldn’t wait for March or April … Read more
Acumatica is such a powerful, user-friendly platform in part because it’s so customizable for every customer’s unique needs. Whether it’s out-of-the-box functionality that just need small tweaks from experienced developers or any number of external add-on products. One of those add-on products that we recommend, and that our customers use frequently, is ShipEngine. ShipEngine allows … Read more
The sales process is incredibly important to your business—why are so many organizations leaving their sales teams with inadequate technology and tools they need to get the job done? Unfortunately, companies leave their sales team high and dry in a variety of steps in the sales process. It could be an issue getting from lead … Read more
For too many businesses, the payment process is flawed—64 percent of B2B payments are still made with checks according to industry magazine PYMNTS.com. In the B2B world, paper is still present in the beginning, middle, and end of the payment process. From increased time it takes to process and pay a paper invoice using a … Read more
Increase cash flow and reduce collection times through automation There is an uptick in expectations around finance teams to be innovative as well as efficient. With this, more leaders in this area are looking for ways to work smarter, not harder. Modern CFOs are increasingly turning to cloud-based financial management systems to replace legacy ERP … Read more
I recently got a call from a client and their Scribe integrations had stopped working. This can be very frustrating and hinder your business’s performance. Why would this happen, and how do you fix it? There’s lots of ways to go about finding the problem and fixing it, but here’s what I did to hopefully … Read more