Summary Analysis from ExpertTalk*

 “… Excellence Series business software may be the best kept secret in the world of information systems and data processing.”

In the ExpertTalk CTS Accounting Software Survey from Summer 2001, The Excellence Series received the Highest Overall package score of rated systems.

Overall package results chosen from a list of software developers – the results for which were compiled by surveying CPA’s, consultants and end users who are involved in evaluating, recommending and implementing PC based accounting systems, scored the Excellence Series number 1 overall.

Some comments from consultants and end users about SouthWare Excellence Series:

“As a CPA, I have installed 8 of the accounting programs listed in your survey. SouthWare is by far the best of these programs. It is much more powerful, more flexible, and more stable than the other programs. SouthWare provides superior support for its software – their support is much better than any other accounting software vendor.” CPA, WI  

“Have looked at many other systems. None are as complete in the core products as SouthWare. Great company to do business with. They listen to the customer and make appropriate product improvements.” Consultant, CA 

“Extremely flexible can be adapted to just about any organization. Supported over multiple operating systems and hardware – easily ported over. Solid as a rock.” Consultant, CA 

“SouthWare’s flexibility without modifying source code is unmatched and very powerful. The extended data and workflow modules provide unmatched flexibility.” Consultant, TN

“Solid, flexible, very stable. User friendly able to make changes in flow without making changes to the code itself.” End User, OK

“We believe SW has the ‘best in class’ Financials and inventory/order entry management. This is especially true for the General Ledger and Inventory/Purchasing controls. When one adds their integrated Service Management modules, the software becomes an excellent solution for business that sell and service products.” Consultant, IL

Why Should You Consider the Excellence Series?

Innovations

SouthWare is a leader in creating innovative tools for business. For example:

·         Our ExecuMate II™ product provided an Executive Information System for our customers before most people understood the concept of EIS.

·         Our SouthWare Netlink™ technology allows you to provide powerful Internet browser-based access to your system for customers, vendors, and employees.

·         Our ExcelReport™ product recognizes that excellence in business includes many factors beyond traditional accounting.

·         Our WorkFlow™ tool is a creative solution to meet the need for tailored programming solutions that are safe and easy to make and do not prevent you from loading standard updates.

Maturity

With SouthWare products you get the most mature business software available. We’ve been able to incorporate new technology into each revision without rewriting our software from scratch. You get software that has the depth of functionality that comes only with many years of experience.

Adaptability

One key to a successful business system is the ability to customize the system for your special needs while retaining compatibility with future upgrades. The SouthWare Excellence Series is extremely flexible and includes powerful customization tools such as WorkFlow, Extended Data, Screen Overrides, and more.

Portability

Another key to an excellent system is portability. With the software in SouthWare’s Excellence Series you get the most portable software available (600 + systems) so it will run on the system you need now and the one you’ll need in the future. With our Database Director™, your data is also portable using database formats; such as MS-SQL Server, Oracle, and various ISAM.

Smart Technology

Our approach is to utilize technology that makes sense for business. We use software tools that blend proven technology with the latest advances in software standards such as GUI, Client/Server, ODBC, relational databases, etc. You get the reliability and widespread acceptance of mature tools PLUS the ability to take advantage of features found only on the latest systems.

You can get the Excellence Series from Exerve, Inc.

Exerve, Inc.
5696 Peachtree Parkway
Norcross, GA 30092
(800) 364-0637
(770) 447-1566
(770) 447-5949 fax

*CTS Accounting Software Survey. Included are excerpts from ExpertTalk and the Guide to Accounting Software for Microcomputers by CTS, Inc.

You can get a complete analysis of the Excellence Series from www.ctsguides.com.

CTS, Inc.
131 Rollins Avenue, Suite 1
Rockville, MD 20852
(800) 433-8015

For Additional Information Contact: Stacy Bair at 770-447-1566.