Sign-Up Now For Our Upcoming Monthly Webinar: Cloud Computing vs. On-Premise Solutions

What is Cloud Computing? How does it work? What are the advantages or disadvantages of cloud computing? When does it make sense for your corporation to move to the cloud?

Get answers to your cloud compting questions, on September 8th at 2pm ET. Join us at our 45 minute webinar featuring WAC Consulting Group partners Bob Aubry, Dane Karcher and Steve Schaefer as they discuss how Cloud computing impacts your Business ERP plan.

Unable to attend, register anyway and we will send you a copy of the webinar. Find out when it makes sense for your corporation to move to the cloud.

Register Now: Cloud Computing vs. On-Premise Solutions Webinar

Mark Your Calendars For The WAC Consulting Group Customer Conference

Save Your Spot At Our 2011 Regatta Customer Conference Today!

Everyone is competing for new business, how does your company stay ahead of the game? Mark your calendars for Friday, September 23, 2011 from 7:45am-1pm and make plans to attend our one-day conference. This year, attending the Customer Conference 2011 is about staying ahead of the game. Get insight into WAC Consulting Group's strategic vision and learn how your business can leverage ERP technology to cut costs and maximize profitability.

We will bring you the latest information on critical considerations when deciding to choose between on-premise and cloud software solutions. We'll cover security, access, availability of specific applications and more. Each path has its advantages and disadvantages and we'll help you map yours taking your situation into account. Discover how we can help you align your business to become more successful and profitable - for you, your company’s management team and your customers.

Date and Time: Friday, September 23, 2011, 7:45 A.M. to 1:00 P.M

Who should attend the conference?

■Business Owners
■Presidents and CEOs
■Finance and Operations Managers
■IT Managers
■HR and Office Managers
■Sales Managers
■Anyone interested in taking their business to the next level.

When you attend the customer conference, you will learn more about:

- New options to reduce costs if you're already running lean.
- Cloud computing and if that is a good option for your company.
- Evaluating ERP systems as you consider the requirements of your business.
- Key Considerations To Keep In Mind When Planning Your Corporation's Pathway to The Future

Location: Courtyard By Marriott, Marlborough at the I495/Rte 20 Intersection

Agenda Coming Soon!

Even if you are unable to attend, register today and we will send you the conference materials via email. Register for the Regatta customer conference now >>>

Try Something New For The Next 30 Days and Then Share Your Stories With Us on Facebook

Did you make any New Year Resolutions this year? Statistics show that 3 out of 4 people almost never succeed when it comes to keeping their new year resolutions. Is there something you've always meant to do, wanted to do, but just haven't? Research shows that it takes 21 days to form a new habit or get rid of an old one. Why not try something new for the next 30 days?

Check out this TED Talk on trying something new for 30 days to get started! (Duration 3 min: 27 sec)

Try something new/different for the next 30 days and then share your stories with us on the WAC Consulting Group Facebook page.

Five Simple Tips to Keep in Mind When Evaluating Credit Card Processing Fees

Any company that processes a significant portion of sales via credit cards should evaluate their current provider and try to get some quotes from new vendors.

• Fees vary between service providers. The lowest flat rate is not necessarily the best deal. Read the contract carefully and look for transactions that are classified as "non-qualifying" in the agreement.
  
  
• Equipment is not necessarily included with the service. If you don't already have processing equipment as part of your point of sale hardware, you may need to purchase or lease it from your vendor.
  
  
• Float is the time the processing company may hold onto your money before it makes its way to your bank account. A certain amount of lag time is necessary for fraud protection, but the rest of the time, your money may be sitting earning interest for your vendor. You should not have to pay a higher rate for a quicker turnaround.
  
  
• Security also varies among solutions. Look for a system that is certified to be compliant with Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards. Merchants that rely upon their banks for compliance are exposing themselves to potential liability because credit card data may only be protected once it leaves the merchant's systems. Sage customers can leverage integrated tools that protect credit card data through every step of the transaction on the payments side.
  
  
• Find out if there is a reduced monthly rate if you reach a certain number of transactions or if there are any other discounts that might be related to volume. At the same time make sure that there are no additional fees if you do not meet a certain monthly quota.

Are you getting the best deal on your credit card processing fees? Are you PCI compliant? Call us today to discover how you can reduce your credit card processing fees.

Five Guidelines to Adopt Basic Elements of Quality Control

The ISO body has established a set of guidelines to make sure the basic elements of quality control in any company are in place, and no matter where the company resides these principles are adhered to.

When evaluating quality management systems, select software that will allow you to setup benchmarks on built-in metrics, in the software. Since this software will be used on a day to day basis, you want to be able to have real time access to the data, needed to compile the metrics.

The software should allow you to establish and save benchmarks, and give you the ability to graph and present objectives, to show compliance to the standard.

Download Quality Management Requirements whitepaper now.

uniPoint quality management software manages the life cycle of quality control and improvement efforts in an organization. It is designed to handle the challenges of quality management standards in the manufacturing and distribution industries, medical devices and life sciences industry, food and beverage industry, aerospace and defense industry, automotive industry and oil and gas and chemical industries.

However, a quality management system is applicable to any company that has a continuous improvement initiative in place. A good example of such organizations are educational institutions.

Get introduced to uniPoint quality management software by Dean Antonakes, President of uniPoint quality management software. (5:00 min)

Welcome to Our New Clients

We are pleased to welcome our newest customers into our group, and want to extend a sincere "thanks" for the trust and confidence these clients have shown in us:

PTI Industries – Enfield, CT
Giacco Electric – Meriden, CT
Niche Hospitality – Worcester, MA
C. Sjoberg & Son, Inc - Cranston, RI
THE PRACTICE CPA's, La Quinta, California

Refer Us to Your Business Associates

Referrals from trusted partners and satisfied clients are fundamental to our marketing efforts. We have found that a prospective client who is referred to us is more prepared to appreciate the value that we can offer.

Our ideal clients are business owners or decision makers that are committed to improving their business processes. If one of your business contacts expresses frustration with their current business software or support, please consider referring us to them.

Contact us at the office today to find out more about our referral marketing strategy and rewards for our customers.

WAC Consulting, Inc. 367 West Main Street Northborough, MA 01532

Robert Distler rdis@wacinc.com