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What’s New In Sage 100cloud 2019?

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Sage 100 and Sage 100cloud version 2019 was released yesterday by Sage ( download here ).

Whether you are on Sage 100 or Sage 100cloud – you use the same installer to upgrade. The product ( Sage 100 vs Sage 100cloud ) is activated when you enter your Sage registration keys.

Where To Find More Sage 100 2019 Documentation

  1. View What’s New in Sage 100 2019 ( pdf )
  2. View list of fixes included in Sage 100 2019 ( pdf )
  3. View list of fixes in Sage 100 Payroll 2.19.2 ( pdf )
  4. Online Sage 100 manuals and What’s New Guides – version 2019

Where to Download Sage 100 2019

CAUTION: Discuss the installation of any Sage upgrade with your partner or solution provider BEFORE beginning. Any integrations or customizations usually must also be updated at the same time as you upgrade.

Sage 100 v2010 Download ( same version for Sage 100 and Sage 100cloud) – download link

Sage 100 Payroll 2.19.2 – download link

Key New Features in Sage 100 2019 and Sage 100cloud 2019

  • Auto-complete for account numbers
    • Search for an account number by entering any of the following in the account number field:
      • Account number
      • Main account
      • Account description
      • Account group
  • Paperless email delivery = TLS 1.2
  • Better error message reporting
    • “More Info” link may show additional details related to errors
  • Copy ALE between users
  • In-product links to Sage University self-help videos ( may depend on your business care level as to how much you can view )
  • General journal entries now print one consolidated paperless document ( this is controlled in role maintenance )
  • Data file display and maintenance (DFDM) now supported for Premium users
  • Activity log enhancements
    • Track changes to user security
    • Track changes to company maintenance/system configuration
    • Ability to purge large activity logs ( !! )
      • These purged records can be deleted or added to an archive
  • Paperless office supports HTML formatting
    • Email message size expands from 4096 to 7168
    • Three new merge fields ( Customer PO, Invoice Due Date, Ship Date)
    • CC: and BCC: options – option to copy salesperson
  • Paperless office supports file attachments for emailed forms

Recommended Timing: When Should We Install The Sage 100 2019 Upgrade?

If you have any enhancements, modifications, scripting or third-party integrations then check with your Sage partner or solution provider before installing any upgrades. In most cases, you cannot install the latest Sage 100 upgrade unless you also upgrade any integrations or customizations which may exist on your system.

Important Reminder: If you are using Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 R2 ( Microsoft support ending for both January 2020 ) then you should update to the latest respective Windows OS prior to upgrading Sage 100.

Users of only the core Sage 100 modules with no manufacturing should be comfortable installing Sage 100 beginning installation by May 1, 2019.

Users with Sage 100 Manufacturing – including Work Order / MRP – should hold at your current version until the updated manufacturing modules are made initially available ( presently anticipated Mid-May 2019 )

Users of Payroll 2.x should install the latest by May 1, 2019

Sage 100 Consulting & Upgrade Services – Connecticut

Schulz Consulting provides on-site Sage 100 consulting to companies located in the Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, Vermont and Rhode Island area.

Whether you are a new user of Sage 100 ( or Sage 100cloud ) or have been using the accounting software for many years – we are available to help.

Call us at 833-724-3100 today for more information on how we can assist you with your Sage 100 solution.

Sage 100cloud Support for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Ending January 14, 2020

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As previously announced, on January 14, 2020, Microsoft will cease support for both Windows 7 on the desktop and Windows Server 2008 – including R2.

After January 2020 Microsoft will no longer issue security updates for either operating system. Once the official Microsoft support ends so will Sage support for Sage 100cloud running on either operating system (server or desktop).

These operating systems are over 10 years old (Both Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2 were released in October 2009) and if your company is using either (or both) the time to upgrade is now.

With the next release of Sage 100cloud due in April 2019, if your operating system is either Windows 7 or Server 2008 R2 then please plan to upgrade your server to become compliant with the latest Microsoft supported operating environments.

Windows 7 users can upgrade to Window 10, provided your workstations meet the Microsoft OS requirements.

Windows Server 2008 R2 users have a slightly different set of options. Many companies have started moving their servers to the cloud. In that case, you typically connect with a hosting company specializing in Sage 100cloud for assistance with the cloud migration.

If you are using Windows Server 2008 R2 and wish to upgrade your server and stay on-premises then Microsoft has this guide to various different options available.

We always advise you adequately plan out your next upgrade so there are no surprises during your next Sage upgrade.

Sage Announces May 1, 2019 Pricing Changes for Sage 100 Perpetual and Sage 100cloud Subscription

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Sage has announced the following pricing changes effective May 1, 2019 :

  • Sage 100 and Sage 300 (PERPETUAL): 15% increase to perpetual license list price and M&S renewals
  • Sage 100c/100cloud and Sage 300c/300cloud (SUBSCRIPTION): 8% increase to subscription list price and renewals

These price changes apply to both new and existing users.

Three Ways To Reduce The Impact Of This Increase

  • If you are on a perpetual license, migrate to subscription ( aka Sage 100 -> Sage 100cloud). This can limit your increase in the current year as well as in future years. ( Deadline: March 31, 2019)
  • Review the modules you have licensed by printing an Installed Application listing. Verify that all the modules and users are in use. Eliminate any that are excess.
  • If you are already on Sage 100cloud ( SUBSCRIPTION ), and are not already on Advanced or Premium ( SQL ) consider whether a move to a version with slightly more horsepower could benefit your company ( Tip: Under subscription Sage no longer charges a premium for migrating from Standard ->Advanced->Premium ( SQL ) )

In almost all cases you should be on a subscription version of Sage 100 since this version also places a 10% limit on annual pricing increases pursuant to the Sage 100 End User License Agreement ( EULA ).

Next Steps

  1. If you haven’t already migrated to subscription – contact your partner today to obtain a quote. ( Deadline = 3/31/19)
  2. If you are on Sage 100cloud, review your Installed Applications and user licenses to be sure that you are not over-licensed.
  3. Consider taking advantage of the Sage1cloud licensing and make a platform change to Advanced or Premium ( SQL ) but only if the speed of reporting or navigation is an issue.

For questions or assistance, please call our office at 833.724.3100 or email support@s-consult.com.

Is Sage 100 cloud hosting right for you?

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Sage 100 and Sage 100cloud (despite its name) are not inherently cloud-based. A server, whether physically located on-premise in your office or at a hosting facility, is required to run these products.

Historically, many Sage 100 users have had to incur the costs and headaches associated with maintaining their own local server in order to use Sage 100. But over time, more and more users have chosen to outsource this effort to a cloud hosting partner.

Seven benefits of Sage private cloud hosting with Summit Hosting:

    • Security –Keeping up with the latest security technology can be a full-time job. Are you doing all you can to prevent ransomware attacks like CryptoLocker and the like that can easily take down your entire business for days or weeks and cost tens of thousands of dollars? Encrypted logins, Two-Factor Authentication, and storage in a secure monitored data center are just a few of the measures Summit Hosting offers to keep your data secure.
    • Backups – Many Sage 100 users say backups are a source of stress for them. Hosting takes the burden off you by backing up your data daily and retaining backups for 15 days (or longer if needed).
    • Continuity – Summit Hosting customers enjoy 99.99% uptime of their servers.
    • Convenience – Access Sage 100 remotely from just about anywhere, on any device without being tied down to a traditional desktop in the office.
    • Disaster avoidance – No need to worry about the elements damaging your equipment. If your office experiences a disaster (flood, fire, robbery, power outage) your server will remain operable and accessible, so you can continue to run your business.
    • Reduced IT expense – IT hardware and labor can be costly, especially when your equipment fails. With hosting, there are no surprise capital expenditures, just predictable, cost-effective monthly payments.
    • Expert support – It’s important to be able to have your questions answered or hiccups resolved as quickly as possible. Summit Hosting provides 24/7/365 tech support – even on holidays and weekends – with a 97% satisfaction rating.

For over 10 years, Summit Hosting has been providing exceptional private cloud hosting to Sage 100 users on dedicated servers. We support all the major Sage 100 add-ons such as ScanForce, StarShip, Sage Inventory Advisor, CIMcloud by Website Pipeline, and more.

Contact us today with any questions or to receive a quote to move your Sage 100 solution to the cloud – we’re always happy to help!

Cloud Hosting – Additional ERP and Integrated Applications Supported

In addition to Sage 100, Summit Hosting can also provide hosting services for a wide variety of accounting systems.

If you are using Sage with one or more integrations (shipping, warehouse, reporting, EDI, etc) those can usually all be accommodated on a hosted platform.

 

  • Sage 50
  • Sage 50cloud
  • Sage 300
  • Sage 300cloud
  • Sage 500
  • Sage Enterprise Management ( Sage X3)
  • Sage 100 Contractor
  • Sage 300 Contruction and Real Estate
  • SageCRM
  • Sage Fixed Assets ( FAS )
  • Sage BusinessWorks
  • Sage HRMS

Sage 100 Migration Promotions – 2019

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Sage is offering the following promotions which expire on 3/31/2019. These offers are designed to allow you to migrate from your existing Sage 100 perpetual license to the subscription-based Sage 100cloud license.

( Download Our Sage 100 vs Sage 100cloud PDF )

Important things to remember about the migration from Sage 100 to Sage 100Cloud

  • No data conversion
  • You can upgrade to SQL (Premium) for no added fee (beyond your annual subscription)
  • A 30-day notice to add or remove user licenses
  • Works with all popular 3rd party ISV integrations – ScanForce, APS Credit Cards, etc
  • Migrate without being required to upgrade immediately
  • Obtain benefit of future exclusive Sage 100Cloud enhancements
  • Take advantage of promotions that keep your year one subscription the same as your perpetual license fee
  • EULA limits annual pricing increases

What’s The Difference Between Sage 100 and Sage 100Cloud?

Sage 100cloud is a subscription-based version of Sage 100. All of your existing Sage 100 data migrate seamlessly to Sage 100cloud with no-rekeying and no change in the menus that you and your staff are accustomed to. Your third-party integrations, enhancements and Custom Office (User-Defined Fields)  as well as Crystal Reports all transfer seamlessly.

As shown in the image above, Sage 100cloud includes the following:

  • Multi-Bin Basic – An essential tool for tracking inventory that you may wish to have located within multiple bins in your warehouse.
  • Sage Contacts – Microsoft Office 365 contacts can retrieve data from your Sage accounting system
  • Mobile Sales
  • Sage Inventory Advisor Basics
  • More

As part of your Sage 100Cloud Business Care, You Have Access To These Features:

Sage 100 Migration to Sage 100Cloud Promotions ( Ex 3/31/2019 )

ON PLAN CUSTOMERS
Upgrade to Sage 100cloud Subscription plan for no more than our current Sage Business Care plan prices (Ends 03/31/2019).

OFF PLAN CUSTOMERS
Subscribe to Sage 100cloud or Sage 300cloud at our current Sage Business Care plan prices, PLUS receive reactivation fee discounts! (Ends 03/31/2019).

Take advantage of our Sage 100 and Sage 300 promotional offer for off-plan customers* to subscribe to Sage 100cloud or Sage 300cloud at our current Sage Business Care plan prices. Includes $0 migration.

PLUS receive a percentage reactivation fee waiver based on the date of order placement.

  • 50% waiver of all reactivation fees on orders placed in January 2019 
  • 25% waiver of all reactivation fees on orders placed in February 2019
  • No waiver of reactivation fees on orders placed in March 2019

* Offer valid for customers who have been off plan between 2 months and 2 years. Contact your renewal account manager for more details.

Questions? Use our contact form for more Sage 100Cloud Information or read our article on the differences between Sage 100 and Sage100cloud

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