Microsoft is excited to announce the 'Give Me 5' promotion
The 'Give Me 5' promotion is for Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Microsoft Dynamics SL.

'Give Me 5' - Contact Enabling 1800 362 254 (Australia) or 0800 362 254 (New Zealand)

New customers may be able to license from their resellers an initial Foundation Pack, including the first user, plus four (4) additional users, for the Suggested Retail Price (SRP) of AU$3,000 in Australia and NZ$3,900 in New Zealand.

The offer is valid only for Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Microsoft Dynamics GP, or Microsoft Dynamics SL in following Australia and New Zealand.

* The offer is effective from October 10th, 2011 until end of business day June 22nd, 2012.

Product Announcement (Nov - 2011)

Enabling ECCMS Product Announcement @ Sage Insights 2012 in the ARN by Hafizah Osman:

http://www.arnnet.com.au

Enabling Insights Award for 2011 (Nov - 2011)

Enabling is delighted to be awarded the Top Sage ERP X3 Partner for 2011.  We have been successfully implementing the Sage ERP X3 solutions into mid-market businesses within Australian and New Zealand.  As a competitive alternative to SAP, Microsoft AX and Oracle, Sage ERP X3 is highly configurable and has been designed in line with local and international requirements, making it ideal for mid-market organisations with unique business requirements and their overseas entities. 

Read more…

Upcoming Sage Customer Days in Sydney & Melbourne (Sept - 2011)

14 November - Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Southbank, Melbourne
15 November – Four Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour, Sydney

For all customers of Sage ERP Accpac, Sage CRM, Sage ERP X3, or Sage Timberline Office

The purpose of the Sage Customer Day is to provide all of our customers with educational and networking opportunities that you simply can't find elsewhere. Each of the sessions across all of our products has been planned to ensure incredible business value for our Sage customers with unique and innovative ways to grow their business using your Sage business solution.

With informative sessions presented by our top product experts from Australia and the rest of the Sage Globe, interspersed with morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea breaks, your attendance is a no-brainer!

* Top reasons why Sage Customers should attend the Sage Customer Day in November:

• Attend session tracks based on the Sage product you use. We're offering sessions that cater to users of all our business software. This makes it easier for you to focus on your needs.
• Learn new strategies to grow and manage your business. You'll discover new ideas to implement in your business from the product sessions for your Sage solution. You'll also get the opportunity to meet and greet the people behind some of our incredible add-on solutions, taking your business solution into places you never dreamed possible.
• Forge new business relationships. Take advantage of the opportunity to establish alliances with other businesses attending and to share ideas.

If you are a registered Sage Customer, you will receive your invitation from both Sage and Enabling to register for the event soon.

Accpac Solution (July - 2011)

An integrated Sage ERP Accpac solution helped Medshop, the largest online distributor of medical equipment in Australia, diversify and expand its business by 50 percent (click to read supply chain pdf)

Microsoft Offer (Apr - 2011)

Microsoft is excited to announce the "Buy 1, get 3" offer for Microsoft Dynamics NAV that helps businesses like yours move to a comprehensive solution at an affordable price. For further details contact your local Enabling - Microsoft Dynamics Specialist.

Customer evaluates new Sage ERP Accpac Portal: a Winner! (Apr - 2011)

The RMTU (Rail and Maritime Transport Union) accepted an invitation by Enabling and Sage to be part of a Beta testing programme for the dynamic, new look Sage ERP Accpac 6.0. The union is a long term user of Sage ERP Accpac, using it to manage the finances, and ensure day to day activities run smoothly. Accpac's new-look portal has proven a winner for the union. This union has responsibility for the interests of railway and maritime workers in New Zealand. All members, in any role, have equal rights. The number one priority of the union is looking after the interests of members.

"I really like the new Portal Feature", says Leonie Stieller, from the union administration. "Instead of having to take ages to produce a lot of the reports, the portal tells us where we are at a glance. I still have to produce some reports but nowhere near as many as I used to."

Using the information shown in the portal, it is easy to quickly track payables and purchasing activity, and drill down to analyse particular items. It's fundamental in helping plan for future expenditure and to control costs. "Because we're an incorporated society representing members and managing members' funds, we don't fit into the normal category of Accpac customers. But it still satisfies our needs and the new version has made our job that much easier."

Desktop navigation is easy with the Sage ERP Accpac Portal, allowing users customisable, fast access to key information, and making everyday tasks quicker and more efficient. The familiar, classic Sage ERP Accpac Desktop continues along with the new portal, for added convenience. However, the new Portal simplifies the screen layout and maximises multi-tasking, something asked for by customers in Sage's customer feedback mechanism.

With the new portal being web-based, users have access to Accpac via a web browser, anytime and anywhere - with proper security rights. Supervisors and managers can view key performance business metrics, important information and reports without having to be actual system users, helping manage costs and improve decision making. For the future, the union is planning to move to electronic banking using Sage ERP Accpac.

For the RMTU, Sage ERP Accpac 6.0 is a winner.

Christchurch Earthquake (Mar - 2011)

The true devastation that has been caused by the 22nd of February Earthquake is immeasurable. The Christchurch Enabling offices are located in the heart of the city and have consequently been severely damaged, it is unlikely we will return to our 208 Cashel Street premises at this stage. Thankfully all our team members were accounted for on the day, however we certainly offer our sincere condolences to those people who were not as lucky.

The team have re-grouped and are back servicing our customers working from home offices, as well as a temporary space in Merivale. We look forward to supporting Canterbury businesses now and in the future as we all set about rebuilding our great city.

Sage ERP X3 (Feb - 2011)

Sage ERP X3 has rapidly become one of the leading ERP solutions globally with 41% growth over 3 years. In the last twelve months, 300 new customers have adopted Sage ERP X3 taking the total number of customers globally to more than 3,000 customers. The product is now available in 53 countries and has more than 165,000 users worldwide.

As a result of this growth Sage ERP X3 recently entered the 2010 Magic Quadrant for ERP for Product-Centric Midmarket Companies addressing the needs of product-centric companies with between 100 and 999 employees and with annual revenue between US$50 million and US$1 billion.

For more information about X3, click here.

Joining Forces (Feb - 2011)

Enabling join forces with SAP New Zealand.  Enabling New Zealand is SAP’s first trans-Tasman business partner in the SAP Business One space. 

Sage Announcement (Feb - 2011)

Sage are excited to announce that Sage ERP Accpac version 6 has arrived. Web-enabled ERP for the mid-market is here! Sage ERP Accpac Version 6.0 represents history in the making with business software set to revolutionise the ERP market. So prepare yourself for the most eagerly anticipated product launch in the Sage world for years.

The Local Launch Event
Attend the global virtual launch event for Sage ERP Accpac Version 6.0! The Australian, New Zealand and Pacific launch event will take place on Thursday 24 February at 10:00am (AEDT) / 12:00pm (NZ). You will shortly be receiving email invitations to all registered Sage customers in the region to join Sage for the event.

The global launch will take place in the new Sage ERP virtual environment - a virtual conference venue where you will get a sneak peek into the new version of Sage ERP Accpac and hear about future Sage ERP plans from Laurie Schultz, Senior VP & GM of Sage Mid-Market ERP.

The Sage Virtual Launch platform will offer attendees access to a unique combination of highly engaging rich media sessions with access to the experts as well as detailed product information - all presented through an interactive experience.

The event which will go for around 60-90 minutes will consist of:

• A specially hosted welcome
• A video presentation from Laurie Schultz on the importance of Accpac as a global product
• Product experts discussing and demonstrating features and functionality
• Rich media experience - integrated with social media tools
• Panel discussions with seeded Q and A
• Virtual booths allowing the opportunity to meet local ISVs that are Version 6-ready
• Chat room with the local Accpac team here in Australia, NZ and the Pacific.

Microsoft Launches Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online Cloud Service in Australia (Jan - 2011)

The Microsoft Dynamics team at Microsoft Australia is incredibly excited that the worldwide availability of Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online has happened today! This is the Microsoft Cloud Services version of the new Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011 release that delivers new levels of productivity to sales, service and marketing organisations.

The on-premises and partner-hosted versions of Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2011 will be globally available from the end of February.

For more information on Microsoft Dynamics CRM. Click Here

Queensland Flood Relief Appeal (Jan - 2011)

As many would be aware Queensland has experienced one the worst natural disasters in recent history and severely affected the lives and businesses of thousands throughout the state. With one of Enabling regional offices based in Brisbane QLD we have witnessed first-hand the devastation caused to both the local communities and the affected areas. We were lucky, everyone in our team is safe and lending a helping hand to those less fortunate.

The Queensland Government has launched an appeal to help fellow Queenslanders affected by the recent floods. You can help make a difference by donating to the Premier's Flood Relief Appeal.

Donate to the Premier's flood relief appeal by calling 1800 219 028 or by visiting www.qld.gov.au/floods

Enabling wins the Highest Customer Satisfaction Award and more... (Jan - 2011)

Sage Solution Provider, Enabling cleaned up the best of the awards at the recent annual Sage ANZ Business Partner Conference in Queensland. The one award that was most revered by the team was the Highest Customer Satisfaction Award which is judged by Sage ERP Accpac customers, based on the independent JRA survey scores.

The Awards Enabling won:

• Sage Partner of the Year 2010
• Highest Customer Satisfaction Sage ERP Accpac 2010
• Highest Revenue Sage CRM 2010
• Highest Revenue Sage ERP Accpac 2010
• Highest revenue growth Sage Timberline 2010

Enabling NZ Director Brendan Sparrow said "This award really shows that our service methodologies are working and that we have got happy customers, or "Raving Fans" as we like to call them. It's great to be recognised by your peers but its even better to be recognised for our team's hard work across New Zealand and Australia by those people that are really important to the success of our business...our customers".

Enabling also took out, once again the top award for the night the Sage Partner of the Year.

The Importance Of CRM (Oct - 2010)

Five percent of marketing and sales activities is inspiration, while 95 percent is perspiration. This means that, in order to effectively run a marketing or sales team, 95 percent of the work is spent in managing processes effectively. Having CRM software helps companies to track leads and opportunities, and to minimize the steps that will need to be executed in order to achieve their goals," says Mike Lorge, Managing Director of Sage Business Solutions in Australia.

Full flavour of SAP for Di Bella Coffee (Aug - 2010)

Brisbane based Fast 100 company Di Bella Coffee will manage rapid growth with SAP Business One when it goes live in September. The IT project, run by SAP Channel Partner Enabling, started last month and is currently in the pre-implementation stages. Di Bella is on track for another 30 to 40 per cent growth in 2010, supplying about 1200 cafes all over the country.

As a small business, Di Bella was starting to find the use of Quick Books no longer provided an efficient way to manage its finances. An IT systems upgrade was not only wanted, but needed, in order to keep up with the day-to-day business of the coffee chain. "We need a system that can help us manage the size of the business, but also act as a platform for growth," says Gianna Di Bella, co-founder and project leader for the SAP implementation. "We've used Quick Books from the beginning but now we need something more substantial that can integrate several business processes especially now we need to balance our wholesale and retail businesses, with roasting our coffee beans to order as well as managing the online store.

"We need to make sure that our systems are working together to deal with the rapid turnover of inventory in each of the business models." Enabling Business Development Manager Neil James says SAP Business One is a good fit for Di Bella Coffee. "The company needs to review its business model and streamline its operations by seamlessly integrating key business processes such as sales, purchasing, inventory, and financials together – out-of-the-box,' James says. "Business One will work for Di Bella as it can be flexible for the changing needs the company will have as it continues to grow.

"The customisation tools available mean we can tailor SAP Business One to fit the specific business needs and individual user preferences." As part of the Di Bella Coffee global strategy, Di Bella Coffee has now expanded its operations into Shanghai, China. This project uses the business management model that has been key to Di Bella Coffee's success in Australia. SAP Business One will be incorporated into the market as well. Founded in 2002, Di Bella Coffee has achieved a wide range of awards and accolades, including its co-founder Philip di Bella being featured in BRW's Young Rich four years in a row.

The company, has also recognised three times by BRW's Fast 100 as one of the fastest growing companies in Australia.

(Media Release - Supply Chain Review)

IPM GLOBAL EARNS CERTIFIED FOR MICROSOFT DYNAMICS ACCREDITATION (July - 2010)

IPM Global announced today that its IPM Project Management tool, a Microsoft XRM solution for the Construction / Engineering and project related industries, is now Certified for Microsoft Dynamics, which signifies that the solution has met Microsoft Corp.'s highest standard for partner-developed software. By successfully meeting all certification requirements, IPM can now carry the distinct Certified for Microsoft Dynamics logo.

Solutions that are Certified for Microsoft Dynamics have demonstrated development quality and compatibility with the Microsoft Dynamics product on which it runs by passing rigorous VeriTest software solution testing for Microsoft Dynamics and are profiled in the Microsoft Partner Solution Profiler tool. In addition, the Microsoft Dynamics partner must have customers who are successfully using the certified solution and are willing to recommend it, be enrolled in a Partner Service Plan with Microsoft, and be a Gold Certified Partner in the Microsoft Partner Program.

For customers, Certified for Microsoft Dynamics helps identify Microsoft Dynamics solutions that have been tested for compatibility, meet high quality standards, and are successfully used by existing customers. This certification represents a significant step in elevating the standard for partner-developed software solutions for industry-specific business applications. By highlighting these solutions, Microsoft also creates new opportunities for partners to expand their reseller channel and to better promote their packaged Microsoft Dynamics solution for customers.

"By requiring both the software solution and the partner to meet our highest standards, Microsoft is assuring customers that these certified solutions work with their investments in Microsoft Dynamics," said Doug Kennedy, vice president, Microsoft Dynamics Partners. "Microsoft congratulates IPM Global on achieving the Certified for Microsoft Dynamics status for IPM by demonstrating its success and commitment in delivering a leading Microsoft Dynamics solution."

IPM is a next generation project management suite that provides a scalable solution with all the functionality needed to meet the requirements of today's busy project manager; it creates a unique environment for managing the day to day operations of most project staff. Accessed either from a web browser or through Microsoft Outlook, IPM seamlessly integrates email and calendar services with day to day operations. IPM feels and looks like a project management tool, NOT an extension to a financial system.

IPM is a comprehensive Project Management application designed specifically for organisations that run large projects but particularly focussed on the Construction, Engineering and IP Infrastructure verticals. IPM has been designed to assist project managers keep track of their projects whilst keeping their administration to a minimum. By providing a familiar tool that sits inside their Outlook Window, they are able to focus on doing what they do well - running the project.

IPM Global sells IPM Project Management through a qualified channel, who have a history of supplying solutions to the Engineering / Construction and project related vertical market. IPM Global has always been committed to software excellence, and achieving the Certified for Microsoft Dynamics designation for IPM is a reflection of that commitment," said Miree Le Roy, Director, IPM Global Pty Ltd.

Community Trusts Combining Together (Feb - 2010)

Eleven of the Community Trusts in New Zealand have combined together with a common goal of delivering better services to their respective communities throughout the country. The Trusts, which formed after the passing of the 1988 Trustee Banks Restructuring Act, are all similar in that funds received from the proceeds of the sale of shares in their then respective Trustee Savings Banks are invested in various asset classes and the income from these investment make up donations or grants that go out to support the communities (Not for Profit) they work with.

(Media Release)

Read the full article here... .

CEO Peter Dickinson discusses Greentree BPM & Mobile (Oct - 09)

Auckland-based Greentree is continuing to extend its business software suite offering new business process management and mobility solutions to customers as well as a software as a service option.

The BPM module comes as an extension to the workflow desktops Greentree has already launched, says Peter Dickinson, the company's executive director. He says the BPM offering is now in the market after going through a beta .cycle, partners have been trained and a roadshow is planned to promote the new product.

(Computerworld New Zealand Article by Rob O'Neill)

Read the full article here... .

Enabling Customer Survey (Dec - 08)

Thank you to everyone who participated in the second Enabling Customer survey. Enabling puts great value on the results we receive. The purpose of the survey was to find out how well we are doing at our job and ascertain if our service is good enough for you to recommend us to your friends or business colleagues. Recommending is a key indicator of how you rate us.

This year we were very pleased with the results. It demonstrated to us we had made an improvement since last year’s survey and that overall, customers were happy with the quality and level of service they are receiving. The feedback helped identify where we are succeeding but most importantly, where we need improvement, which is worth its weight in gold to us.

Thank you again to all those participants in our survey. We encourage you to provide us with feedback on a regular basis - either through your Account Manager, the Help Desk or any member of the Enabling team. We would also like to congratulate the winners of the Survey Competition, who each received a new I-Pod Nano. The winners were: Stephanie Dean (NZ), Debbie Berens (QLD), David Higgins (NSW), Brian Cain (VIC).

Enabling Pty Ltd picks-up top gong at Sage Insights ‘08 partner awards (Nov - 08)

Sage Business Solutions has announced the winners of its 2008 business partner of the year awards. The awards pay tribute to the work and success of the best of Sage’s 120 business partners across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Winners were announced at Sage’s annual ‘Insights’ partner conference held last month at the Novotel Twin Waters Resort, Sunshine Coast.

More than 200 people attended this year’s conference, including business partners from the Sage ERP Accpac ERP, Sage CRM, Sage Timberline Office, Sage SalesLogix and ACT! by Sage product lines. This year saw significant growth in numbers with sponsors growing by 100% from 2007 to 2008, whilst conference registrations grew by 50% from the 2007 conference.

Awards presented recognised the highest growth, revenue and performance by product in 2008 as well as highest maintenance renewals and top third party product sales. Sage Business Solutions partner Enabling was the highest achiever on the night, claiming awards in four categories: ‘Sage Business Solutions Partner of the Year 2008’, ‘Third Party Partner of the Year,’ ‘Top Performing Maintenance Renewals for Sage Timberline Office’ and ‘Top Performing Partner for Sage ERP’.

The company was also named co-winner in the ‘Master Business Partner’ category, along with partners Act Today and MicroChannel Services. With a one hundred per cent channel sales strategy, Mike Lorge, Managing Director of Sage Business Solutions, said the work of Sage’s development partners is crucial for innovation and to build on the core functionality of Sage's solutions. “We would like to congratulate all the winners on the success they have achieved. 2008 has been an exciting year for Sage Business Solutions in the region with the introduction of a range of new and upgraded products across our CRM and ERP suites,” Lorge said.

Inspired by the philosophy of Blue Ocean Strategy, Sage’s key themes for this year’s Insights revolved around the notion of creating new market spaces and opportunities in the ANZ market.

Enabling Executive & Customer Briefings (Nov - 08)

For the second time this year in October and November Enabling hosted our Executive & Customer Briefings throughout Australia and New Zealand. These briefings were presented with the goal of providing customers with an educational and informative event that allowed them to interact with Enabling staff face to face. Attendee satisfaction for the briefings was highly rated, with feedback questionnaires showing that 8 out of 10 customers indicated they would recommend their colleagues attend the next event.

Executive Briefing
The focus for the executive briefing was Productivity in the Workplace, with a practical guide to leading a business through the process of productivity improvement. The guide was presented in the form of one of Enabling’s growing series of white papers. The response from attendees was very positive and their submitted suggestions will be used to help create the next Enabling publication.

Customer Briefing
The Customer Briefings were a product focused session, to help customers learn more about the software solution they use on a day to day basis. Our Enabling team of consultants showcased the latest features to improve your productivity in the workplace – including Tips & Tricks, new business tools to enable better business for your organisation and upcoming vendor news. Feedback from this event was noted and will be used to improve future Enabling customer events.

Enabling's melbourne office moving (Oct - 08)

After spending close to 5 years at Ferntree Gully Road, the Melbourne Enabling team decided it was time for a change of scenery and have moved office. This decision was helped by the fact that with every new employee added to the roster, the closer they came to either stacking consultants on top of each other or finding a bigger office.

In the last week of October everything was packed and moved 3 km down the road to the nice and newly built Compark Circuit building. While the office still has that "New Building" smell, Enabling warmly invite any customers who are in the neighbourhood to pop in and say hello...

Golden Casket Variety Special Children's Christmas Party (Sept - 08)

This year Enabling QLD will be a VIP sponsor of the Golden Casket Variety Special Children's Christmas Party in Brisbane. The aim of the event is to provide in excess of 3,000 children with a day they will never forget.



The children come from four major groups: The terminally ill, the intellectually impaired, physically impaired and also the underprivileged who may be suffering from domestic violence or physical abuse. Children arrive from all over South East Queensland, from as far north as Caboolture, west to Gatton and south to Tweed Heads.

If you would like to contribute to this special cause visit the website here and you too can make a difference.

Microsoft Gold Partner Recognition (June - 08)

Microsoft has recognised the continue growth and development of the Enabling Dynamics AX team by announcing that they have gained Microsoft Gold Partner Status.

This prestigious achievement was partly due to some of the recent Microsoft Dynamics projects (Mainland Poultry and Duffel Watts and King) that the Enabling (NZ) Microsoft Dynamics team have been working on.

What’s new in Sage ERP Accpac 5.5 (June - 08)

The Sage ERP Accpac Extended Enterprise Suite lets you see your vital Sage ERP Accpac data right from within the SageCRM application, giving you a complete picture of your customers and your sales and marketing data without having to switch applications.

Find out more here... .

Robbie – Robbie - Robbie Oi! Oi! Oi! (June - 08)

Enabling NZ and Greentree recently sponsored a farewell dinner for Robbie Deans.

It was a very entertaining and reflective evening with past and present players in attendance to salute the Canterbury (Crusaders) legend. One of those legendary players Alex “Grizz” Wylie commented “this farewell dinner was akin to a funeral, as it is sad to see Robbie go, but at least we know he is going to a better place”.

Looks like Robbie will be joining another long list of Kiwis who Australians call there own – Phar Lap, Crowded House, Pavlova, Russel Crowe etc.

Early reports suggest that Robbie has made a huge impression on the Wallaby side, with reports suggesting that his approach to coaching the game has invigorated the older and younger members of the side.

Enabling NZ wishes Robbie all the best for the up coming Tri Nations matches against the South Africans. Photo Graham Hill (Greentree), Robbie Deans, Philip Morgan (Enabling).

In the News (April -08)

Purpose-driven admin system breaks through pain threshold. A recent article in the Australian that may be of interest.

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