By: Linda Rosencrance
StratusLIVE Nonprofit CRM Software Integrates with Maplytics
StratusLIVE LLC is teaming up with Inogic to integrate Inogic’s Maplytics software. This will provide comprehensive mapping and geo-analytics features within StratusLIVE for Fundraisers, built on Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2016.
Maplytics provides mapping, appointment planning, route optimization, territory management, data analytics, and other map-related features. This functionality, integrated to all entities within StratusLIVE for Fundraisers, enables nonprofit organizations to quickly visualize location-related information and explore real-time data to better serve their constituents, according to StratusLive officials.
Adding the Maplytics technology to the StratusLIVE CRM solution creates powerful insights through visual data representation, stated Jim Funari, co-founder and CEO of StratusLIVE.
“These new insights will prove greatly beneficial to fundraising, event planning, marketing, and donor service,” he stated.
Rubicon Oilfield International Selects mcaConnect’s AX4energy
Microsoft Gold partner mcaConnect has been selected to implement its Microsoft Dynamics AX-based AX4energy to improve its core manufacturing business and deliver greater customer value.
“By using Microsoft Dynamics AX, many of our business processes will be streamlined, saving us valuable time and money,” said Richard Rodriguez, chief production officer for Rubicon Oilfield International, in a statement.
Rubicon’s commitment to building the best global enterprise in the oilfield products and equipment sector necessitates a need for an enterprise-wide solution, said David Huether, vice president of alliance sales and relationships at mcaConnect, in a statement. “Our knowledge of the Oilfield Services sector, in conjunction with Microsoft’s best-in-class technology, will set up Rubicon’s team for success as they continue to scale.”
Gustavo Preston Reduces Invoice Time with Dynamics NAV
Western Computer Inc. has helped distributor Gustavo Preston use the field service management capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics NAV to reduce invoice time from days to hours. Gustavo Preston is a field service-intensive provider of pumping system design, service and repair in New England.
Working with Western Computer, Gustavo Preston ensured not only that its core Dynamics NAV implementation runs smoothly, but that it also delivers enhanced scheduling and mobility capabilities through additional third-party software, according to company officials.
In addition to reduced administrative time in the field and at the office, Gustavo Preston is using Dynamics NAV to eliminate the daily reconciling of files for field technician reports while generating invoices hours after services call are completed, officials said.
“We appreciate a partner that provides local resources, which helps prevent time zone and general communications from being barriers to effective collaboration,” said Jon Kleist, database administrator/Dynamics NAV Developer at Gustavo Preston, in a statement. “[Western Computer] always provides quick turnarounds on any information and support we request.”
PowerObjects’ PowerPack Add-ons Now in the AppSource Store
PowerObjects, an HCL Company, has contributed 26 PowerPack Add-ons in the initial launch of AppSource, Microsoft’s new destination for top business applications.
Over the last few months, PowerObjects has worked with Microsoft to enable businesses to explore and trial PowerPack Add-ons by making the solutions available for download from within Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online or directly from the AppSource website.
The PowerPack tools are aimed at enhancing the capabilities of Dynamics CRM, while providing even greater functionality and efficiency, according to company officials. The PowerPack Add-ons are available for a free 30-day trial and can be downloaded from the AppSource Store
“We are super excited about the new Microsoft AppSource” said Dean Jones, senior vice president at PowerObjects. “This makes it faster and easier for customers to find, install and try our solutions. Our solutions work the exact same way as before AppSource, you must register the solution for a free 30-day trial. At the end of 30 days you can subscribe or uninstall the solution.”