July 18, 2008 -- A sudden reduction in credit from banks combined with the increased cost of obtaining loans and credit, is making borrowing very difficult. UK businesses need to be ever more conscious of protecting themselves financially.

Investing in ERP and CRM software may not seem like an obvious choice in combating the credit crunch. Return on investment and installation timeframes for such software can be lengthy and time consuming. In the long term, these applications offer generous returns and dramatically increase efficiency. Many of you reading this may already be running some sort of ERP or CRM software, that can be extended in ways you are not yet aware of.

ERP and CRM software can be extended through the use of mobile technology, such as PDA's and laptops. Adding this type of functionality has already proven to have a massive and rapid affect on business efficiency and cash flow. It is advisable to look at solutions that offer 'real-time' GSM functionality allowing for 100% up to date information in the field as well as being sure all of the idiosyncrasies and potentials usability issues are covered.

Sheffield-based company "STN" along with its comprehensive range of resellers and business partners have a solution to this problem, exclusively for Sage ERP and CRM users (ACT!, Sage 50, Sage MMS, Sage 200, Line 100, Sage Line 200, Sage Line 500, Sage 1000, Sage AccPac & Sage CRM) that have field-based workers.

The product suite is called In-Motion and includes;
•   Velocity - ERP/ CRM mobile sales automation
•   Torsion - ERP/ CRM mobile service automation
•   Momentum - ERP mobile delivery automation

Features and benefits include;
•   Installation timeframes from 3 days to 3 weeks and return on investment within weeks
•   Increased business efficiency and reduced overheads
•   Increased field visits
•   Reduced administrative overhead
•   Eliminated field based errors
•   Eliminated stock conflicts
•   Improved client relations
•   Competitively priced software
•   Works with all versions of Sage
•   Support from a professional, friendly and highly experienced team

Current clients are adding hundreds of thousands to their bottom line and therefore putting themselves in a position of strength. This allows them to increase their competitiveness, efficiency and income, quickly and effectively. These effects can be achieved regardless of credit worries.

If you are not a Sage user or just looking for some advise in regards to mobile ERP and CRM solutions, please get in contact for a confidential, free and friendly chat.

www.stn.uk.net - Consultancy and advice on mobilising your field force

www.mobilesage.com - Sage mobile products and services