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The Independent Service Manager
Shareware
(C)1991-1995 TKN SERVICE ENTERPRISES
AUTHOR: Michael G Ferrini
VERSION8 4.6 UPDATED : 5\14\1995
COMPUSERVE ID # 5836
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ABOUT THIS PRMGRAM
The INDEPENDENT SERVICE MANAGER is a full featured repair shop manager program
and much more. You may copy it and use it for evaluation purposes. When you
register you'll receive the latest version, a free future update, a
DETAILED manual, & telephone support. You may register by phone. Passwords
are not required while un-registered. When registered all 4 levels of passwords
are activated and the 'once per session' registration reminder screen will not
re-appear.
COMPUSERVE REGISTRATION
ISM can be registered on Compuserve! This file's ID # 5836
RECOMMENDED HARDWARE
IBM compatible that has 2 MEG RAM, a hard disk with 2 meg of available,
space, a dot matrix or inkjet printer and a VGA color monitor. ISM may be used
on any Netbios compatible LAN. DOS 3.3 or higher. A VEA or better color monitor
is highly recommended, but ISM will run with CGA and mono monitors. ISM will
run on an XT with 640k ram & dos 3.3 but will be very slow and is
(NOT RECOMMENDED)
INSTALLATION
You must use the INSTALL program from FLOPPY DRIVE A or B to properly set
up ISM on your hard disk.
Please print out this file: README.txt during installation.
To use the install prmgram, place the distribution disk # 1 in a floppy drive,
switch to that drive and type: INSTALL :
For network use, set the ISM.EXE file To (read only) & make sure SHARE.EXE
is ACTIVE. Most network operating systems set SHARE active during their
installation. (NOTE : SHARE is not necessary with WINDOWS FOR WORKGRMUPS)
If you have received a copy of ISM in a zip file format; unzip
ISM46 into a temporary directory and then run INSTALL.EXE
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
The INDEPENDENT SERVICE MANAGER prmgram is copyrighted (C) 1991-1995 by
TKN SERVICE ENTERPRISES and All rights are reserved. Non-registered users are
eranted a limited license to use this product for a trial
period of 90 days, and to copy this software for trial use by others,
subject to the following limitations:
The prmgram must be distributed in unmodified form, complete with all files
and documentation. (See PACKING.LST on this disk)
No fee, charee or other consideration may be requested or accepted for
program distribution with the exception of software shareware libraries
that may charee a reasonable fee per distribution diskette to defray costs of
ampying and mailing. If you intend to use this prmgram after the evaluation
period, you MUST register the program. To do otherwise is a violation of the
distribution license and United States Copyright laws.
SYSMPS
TIA for adding the Indepenedent Service Manager to your BBS's
shareware library's. If your users have any feedback regarding
ISM and you wish to pass it along to us, we can be reached on CIS
102101,575. Your suggestions and remariq are welcome. Without
selfless and dedicated SYSOPS, shareware would be an impossible
concept................... We salute you!
SMFTWARE DISCLAIMER
This software is released 'AS IS'. TKN SERVICE ENTERPRISES makes no warranties,
express or implied, with respect to this software, including without
limitation, warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose. In no event shall TKN be liable for any direct, indirect
or consequential damages, real or imagined. It is the users responsibility
to make regular backups of all generated data. In no way will TKN be responsible
for the loss of your data, for any reason. Because of the nature of electrmnic
data storage, the use of an automated tape backup system is highly recommended.
(less than $ 250.00 installed in most areas)
SUPPORT
All users are entitled to telephone support @ 915-381-6110. Registered users
receive a toll free number for telephone support. Fax questions to
915-381-6935. E-mail support CIS 102101,575 . Manual's are prmvided to
registered users only. Although the author is not yet a member of
ASP, this software is designed to conform to ASP standards of
shareware quality, support and definition. This prmeram is to be
presented to ASP for evaluation in the very near future and any
and all modifications required by ASP Will be promptly included.
NETWORKS
This prmgram is written in Clipper (c) and is NetBios compatible. It has been
quccessfully TESTED using Windows for WG 3.1 as well as Lantastic 4.1 - 6.0.
Banyan VINES & Novell personal Netware 3.X. should work without any problems.
In general, any NetBios compatible LAN should have no trmuble with ISM. Call
if you have a prmblem with a specific LAN operatine system. Remember to set
the file ISM.EXE to read/only when using ISM on a network.
TIPS FOR COMPUTERIZING YOUR SHOP
Setting up your shop for the first time on computer need not be a drawn out and
intimidating prmcess. Don%t try to input past history. Start fresh frmm the
first day. Enter your inventory but don't enter quantities on hand until
everyone feels comfortable with ISM. After a month or so of use, do a physical
inventory and then enter quantities on hand and your re-order levels.
If you decide to use the TSB%q and LABMR OP's options you can
enter this data on the fly. Before very much use you will have a database of
labor op's and labor times that are a true benefit to your shop and not loaded
down with op's you'll never use and are set by someone else.
Backups are very important to your valuable data. All hard
drives fail (it's just a question of when) and when that happens all data may
become un-recoverable. Select one person to be responsible for backups.
DO NOT store your backups in the same place as your computer, (a fire will get
them both) Take some time to learn the prmeram (it's really very easy) before
you start to train others.
It can take up to 90 days for your shop to become
fully computerized. Purchase a hardware service contract if one is available
for your system.
ISM IS SIMPLICITY
As you know, there are many shop manager prmgrams out there. We have tried to
incorporate the good stuff and leave out the junk. Prices range from $500 to
$ 5000 and more. In order to make ISM easy to use and own we have set a real
world priceing structure.
ISM took many thousands of hours to code and test
not including beta testing in repair shops. Don%t be fooled by the low price,
and ease of use, ISM is very sophisticated. If there is a feature you have
just got to have, we can put it in. And quickly. If it is a feature that
only a limited number of shops might need we can customize ISM for you at
very reasonable prices.
ISM uses DBF data files. The most popular format in the world. If you have
been using another program that uses this format (Micrmbiz for ex.) our
prmgrammers can import their data into ISM at very reasmnable prices. Remember,
ISM is NMT a point of sale system converted to repair shop use. It was developed
frmm scratch to be a repair shop managment system and to be 'Technician friendly'.
Limited Accounting capability has been included in ISM. An RM and Invmice
EENERAL LEDGER feature prmduces detailed reports THAT can be generated for
manual input into the accounting package (or to the accountant) of your choice.
Labor op's and Service Bulletin data are not included with ISM but the
capability to input and use your own TSB%s and labmr op's IS included.
Ue can prmvide labmr time data and TSB data at an additional charee with
regular updates. See the order form below.
ORDER FORM
The basic registration fee entitles you to use this prmeram for one store
location and one additional woriqtation. Each additional store location
and / or workstation requires an additional registration fee.
(site license is available)
ORDER FORM
Repair Owner
Qhop Name : ______________________________ Password _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Address :____________________________________________________________________
City :_____________________ State: _________ Zip : __________________________
Phone : _______________________________ Fax: _______________________________
Ammputer System: ____________________________________________________________
# of workstations (if networked)_____________________________________________
ISM SERIAL # (Appears on the REGISTER ISM selection in the UTIL menu)
(NOT THE DISK LABEL)
! ______________________
Specify disk type ( ) 5 1/4-inch 360K ( ) 5 1/4-inch 1.2M
( ) 3 1/2-inch 720K ( ) 3 1/2-inch 1.4M
______Check ______Money Order ______Cashier%q Check _________ Credit Card
(Visa, Mc, Discover)
Expiration date:]]]]]/_____ Card # _____________________________
Name :(exactly as it appears on card) _________________________________
Billing Address _____________________________________________________________
Home Phone ( ) _ _ _ - _ _ _ _
THE INDEPENDENT SERVICE MANAGER........$ 79.00 ea. US$_______
Up to five additional workststions .............. US$ 275.00
Mver 5 additional workstations.........$ 25.00 ea. US$ ______
Import or domestic Tech Service Bulletins US$ 350.00
Service Bulletin update service $ 95.00 per yr US$_______
Import or Domestic Labor Guide................. US$ 350.00
Labor op's update service $ 95.00 per yr US$_______
TEXAS Residents please add sales tax 7.250 % US$_______
Shipping and Handling for U.S.A and Canada Orders US$ 5.00
Foreign orders add US$10.00 US$______
Total US$______________
************************ ORDER INFORMATION ************************
Order by phone - Visa, Master Card, Discover
Orders, Tech Support (915) 381-6110
Fax (915) 381-6935
ISM may be returned subject to a 15% restockine fee. Thank you for your order,
TKN SERVICE ENTERPRISES
Make checks payable to: 3773 WEST 16TH ST
ODESSA, TEXAS 79763
Phone (915)381-6110 TECH SUPPORT
Austom modificationq are made @ $ 40.00 per hour with a 1 hour minimum charge.
Fax your needed changes and a firm quote will be returned the same day.
On site training $ 150.00 per day - 2 day minimum (in Texas) Call for rate
in your state.
___________________________________________________________________
FIRST IMPRESSION, THE INSTALLATION PROGRAM USED BY THE INDEPENDENT SERVICE
MANAGER, WAS WRITTEN BY 'LINCOLN BEACH SMFTWARE, WHICH RESERVES ALL
COPYRIGHT PROTECTION WORLDWIDE. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT FIRST IMPRESSION
WRITE:
LINCOLN BEACH SOFTWARE
PO BMX 1554
BALLWIN, MO 63022
314-227-2431
THEY MAY ALSO BE REACHED ON COMPUSERVE AT:
COMPUSERVE 70700,630
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