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AnyOrder!

Finally...Business Software that's easy to use

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                      AnyOrder Classic Series
AnyOrder Classic: Mail Order Business Kit
A shareware program for small businesses for 
processing orders whether received by phone, mail or email.
 
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We are very pleased to announce the release of a series of new programs:   The Professional Series.   For information on these new state-of-the-art programs, click here:  AnyOrder Professional Series

The information below is about the Classic Series.  The Classic Series are 16-bit programs.  No further development work is being done on Classic programs but they provide a low cost alternative for businesses . . .

AnyOrder Classic Series

  Classic Series: General Information.
  View Screen Displays from Classic Programs.
  Details on the Three Different Editions of the Program:.
    Classic BasicClassic Standard | Classic Advanced
  Download a Classic Program.
  Awards Received.
  System Requirements.
  Classic Program Readme Files.
  Registration Costs for the Classic Programs.
  Background & Philosophy of the Program's Development.

. Rated 5-stars by five independent software ranking sites:  Ratings
. Reviews and comments from AnyOrder users:  Comments and Reviews
. Proud Member of the National Mail Order Association:  More Information
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General Information

AnyOrder!.is a Windows based software program designed specifically for small mail order businesses--or any business that needs to process orders whether received by phone, mail or email.  Simple and easy to use, it prepares invoices, does billings, generates sales reports, handles returns, keeps track of inventory, records customer payments, tracks consigned items, and creates customer mailing lists. 

It's a shareware program.  That means it's free to try out.  Give it a good test drive and see if it will work for you.  It has a comprehensive help system--and since I use it extensively, I know it works well, and it gets the job done.  If you have a business in which you must process orders, I think you'll find it just the sort of thing that you've been waiting for.  And, even better yet, you don't have a degree in accounting to understand how to use it!

Based on award winning business software and 5-years of research . . .

AnyOrder is a new approach to business software.  It is based on 5-years of research and development, and is designed specifically for folks that are looking for a simple and straightforward way of operating their business. 

AnyOrder was created from same basic engine runs another software program that I developed called AnyBook.  AnyBook was awarded an Editor's Pick Award by PC Magazine. It received the Select Software Award by Simply the Best Software, and it is ranked among the top 100 Business and Accounting Software programs by Softbase, a software ranking and information site.

Available in two series . . .

AnyOrder is available in two series: Classic Series and Professional Series. The differences between each of the series and editions are explained below:

The Classic Series is designed for businesses that are just getting started and need a low-cost way of dealing with day-to-day business tasks.  Classic programs are based on the 16-bit programming platform. That means that they were originally programmed for older operating systems.  Classic programs are supported but no new features and enhancements are being added. 
The Professional Series is the result of years of research and development and is made up of the premier versions of AnyOrder.  This is state-of-the-art business software. Currently, the Professional Series consists of three editions:  Level I, II, and III.  Each higher level provides more options and a larger range of features.  Programmed in 32-bit code, Professional Series programs are designed specifically for newer operating systems.  All new development and enhancements occur with the Professional Series.  More Information.

All AnyOrder versions are compatible.  You can move from Level I to Level II, or Level II to Level III, or even from Classic Basic to Professional Level III.  The program will automatically convert data files to the new version.  AnyOrder's built in compatibility provides you with the assurance that as your company grows, AnyOrder can grow with you.  You can upgrade from one version to another and not lose valuable customer data that you've built up over the years.

Classic Series: Available in three different editions . . .

Depending on your needs, AnyOrder is available in three different editions (AnyOrder Classic Basic, AnyOrder Classic Standard and AnyOrder Classic Advanced). 

AnyOrder Basic
Features.found in AnyOrder Basic--and common to all three editions--include:

  • Invoicing. AnyOrder will produce neatly printed invoices and packing slips. It has a feature which automatically enters products and customer addresses, saving you typing time.  It handles returns and adjusts your inventory accordingly.
  • Billing. The program has a sophisticated billing engine which generates monthly billing statements and allows you to keep track of customer payments.  It is also includes a Payment Analysis feature which provides you with an alternative way of reviewing a customer's account
  • Inventory.At any time, you can obtain up-to-date information on how many products are left in inventory. 
  • Consigned Items.  If you consign products to stores, or work with a distributor or wholesaler on a consignment basis, AnyOrder  will help you keep track of consignment inventories, sales and returns.
  • Sales Information.  AnyOrder will produce daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly sales reports.
  • State Tax. If you make sales which are subject to state sales tax, AnyOrder  will add the appropriate amount of tax to invoices and supply you with the necessary information to fill out state sales tax reports.
  • Mailing Lists.  The program will create mailing lists which can be imported into nearly all word processing and labeling programs for generating mailing labels or producing mail-merged letters.
AnyOrder Classic Standard
Features.found in the Classic Standard Edition include all of the Basic features (above), plus:
Contact Manager · Back Order Processing · Invoice Graphics
Payment & Deposit Reports · Weight Calculator · Look-up Lists
Shipping Method Pop-up · Invoice Counter · Product Categories
Advanced Searching · Find & Replace · File Export Capabilities
Larger Name, Address, Product Fields · Other Enhanced Features
    A brief list of extra features available with the Classic Standard Edition include: a contact manager to help you keep track of customer names, phone numbers, email addresses, and websites; back order processing; ability to add logos and other graphics to printed invoices and statement; payment and deposit reports; quick look-up lists to find customers, products, statements and inventory information; a weight calculator which figures the total weight of an order; a counting feature which provides helpful information such as how many invoices have been issued to a specified customer, how many of a particular product, how many invoices are unpaid, etc.; advanced searching which allows you to search certain fields for information; find and replace; ability to place book or other products into categories; an export feature for exporting sales, credit card, or invoice data to other programs, and many other enhancements and time saving features.
AnyOrder Classic Advanced
Features.found in the Classic Advanced Edition include all those listed in Basic and Standard (above), plus:
    Export Invoices for Emailing · Batch Printing · Currency Conversion Comprehensive Royalty Accounting · Integrated Emailing Options Extensive Import and Export Capabilities · Telephony Functions
    HTML Conversion of Invoice & Statements · Credit Card Processing 

    Extra features that come with the Classic Advanced Edition include: an email export feature which allows you to send invoices or statements via email.  You can send them as attachments (text, Microsoft Word Document or HTML)--or you insert an invoice into the text of an email message or word processing document.  With the Advanced Edition you're not limited to printing one invoice at a time.  The batch printing feature allows you to print a series of invoices freeing your time to do other things.  Extensive import and export functions allow you to chose which data moves in and out of the program and in what format.  The program also includes a currency converter for international transactions, time-saving email features which allow you to send prepared messages to customers or vendors, a royalty report generator which produces royalty accounting reports (you can select from a complete range of calculation methods, over 235 method combinations in all); telephony capabilities which enables you to click on a button and make phone calls directly from AnyOrder; and a credit card processor which enables you to process cards without leaving the program.
     

Clear and understandable.  You don't need an accounting degree to use it!
  • Works on Most Computers. The program works under the following operating systems:  Windows 95, 98, ME, 2000, XP. (The Basic Edition also has a Windows 3.1 version).  For more information, see System Requirements.
  • Easy Download. Select the edition which interests you and download it at no cost.  There's no expiration date.  Try it at your leisure and keep it as long as it is necessary for you to thoroughly evaluate the program. 
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Registration Costs - Classic Series:

There's no cost to download the software and evaluate it.  The downloaded versions are fully operational and allow you to try-out and review all parts of the program.  There's no expiration date.  Try the program at your leisure and keep it as long as it is necessary for you to thoroughly evaluate the program.

If you decide to use the software in your business, then I ask that you register the software.  Registration costs are very reasonable:

AnyOrder Classic Basic $39.
AnyOrder Classic Standard $59.
AnyOrder Classic Advanced $89.
To register, you can click the link provided on the opening page of the software.  Or you can register by clicking on one of the links below: Finally, you're also welcome to contact me directly by email: wattron@isu.edu.
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Download the Program:

Click on the appropriate link to download the program . . ..

Windows 95/98/ME/2000/XP Downloads:
     AnyOrder Classic Basic Ver 6.51 (anyor60.exe).File Size: 2,924 KB (zip file)
     AnyOrder Classic Standard Ver 8 (aopro80.exe).File Size: 3,700 KB (zip file)
     AnyOrder Classic Advanced Ver 8 (aoadv80.exe).File Size: 4,120 KB (zip file)

More information on installing the program further down on this page.  For your safety, all files have been extensively checked with McAfee anti-virus software. For more information, see program and Internet safeguards.  Also see Readme file links.

Alternative Windows 95/98/ME/2000/XP Download Sites:
AnyOrder! is also available. through Simtel, a shareware organization, with download sites at universities and other supporting entities throughout the world. The following links will take you to a list of over 35 download sites throughout the U.S. and the world.  Pick the one closest to you: 

    List of Download Sites for AnyOrder Classic Advanced Ver 8 (abpro80.zip)

How to Install the Program:
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AnyOrder's distribution files are placed in a self extracting zip file.  Self extracting zip files make software installation quite easy.  After you download one of the files (above) to a directory on your own computer, double click on the file name.  (For example, you might double click on aoadv80.exe.)  A small dialog box will appear with the message: "Ready to Install AnyOrder." To start the installation program, click on "Setup."  The main installation program will start, and it's just a matter of following the directions on the screen.

A complete help system accompanies AnyOrder. You'll find a "Getting Started" section under the Help Menu.  Additionally, you find enclosed sample invoices, customers and products that will be helpful as you evaluate the program.

Readme Files
To.view the Readme file that comes with the software, click on one of the following:
Basic Readme File | Standard Readme File | Advanced Readme File .

Program and Internet safeguards
For.your security, AnyOrder program files are extensively carefully checked with anti-virus software.  Additionally, they are re-tested and thoroughly scanned for viruses before being placed on the download sites, mentioned above.  Lately, some programmers have been inserting code in software which surreptitiously provides information to commercial sites through Internet connections.  I find such practices repugnant and unethical.  You can be assured that AnyOrder is complete free of any such code.

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System Requirements for AnyOrder Classic

Hardware: 

  • Pentium or Pentium-equivalent Personal Computers 
  • A minimum of 32 MB RAM.
  • A hard disk with 12 MB of available disk space. VGA/SVGA monitor and graphics adapter
  • Mouse
  • Optional hardware for Advanced Edition: modem and phone
Operating System:
  • Windows 95, 98, ME, 2000, XP
  • Windows 3.1 with DOS 6.0 (For special Basic version only)
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Rankings by Independent Software Sites
AnyOrder.received top honors from the following software ranking sites . . .


Five Stars from Global Shareware


Five Stars from the Softpicks Network


Five Stars from the File Hungry Shareware site


Five Stars from the aFreeGo Shareware site


Five Stars from the Download2you Shareware site


 
 




Notes and Comments from Users
One.the most rewarding aspects of developing AnyOrder have been the notes and phone calls from users.  Here are some examples . . . 
"What.an incredibly simple and powerful program!  I've been using Quickbooks to enter my orders but it's too complicated.  I'm really excited about your program and am recommending it to my other entrepreneur friends who've been looking for an alternative to Quickbooks.  All I ask is that as you expand, keep it as simple to understand as it now."
     --Jeffery Bradley, www.netnia.com, Dallas, TX

"I have been using AnyOrder for a year now and have been extremely satisfied. I own a very busy mail order/internet business and this program offers all the features I need. I had tried more expensive programs and this is by far the best."

     --Janice Lennon, Christian Expressions, Cranston, RI

"It's asking a little much for me to just write one or two sentences about AnyOrder....this program literally makes packing slips and invoicing fun and I mean this sincerely when I say that.
      I have found AnyOrder to be one terrific, feature-rich, time saving program to handle invoicing, billing and sales.  For years I've used other well-known programs to handle our company's shipping & invoicing needs;  nothing even comes close to matching AnyOrder's ease of use, speed, and clean interface!  You feel comfortable with this program right away, and it's documentation is clear and easy to read.  AnyOrder allows me to handle packing lists, invoice s and batch printing in a mere fraction of the time, and it's export capabilities are excellent allowing me to easily share data with other programs.   This is the best invoicing, billing, and sales program I have ever used and would recommend  it for anyone with a need to handle sales.
     For years I've used QuickBooks, played around with Peachtree and ACCPAC's Simply Accounting.  Cumbersome QuickBooks has been the mainstay and remains for handling payables, etc. ---- but guess who's handling my invoicing now?  I'm very, very pleased."

    --Vicki Rush, Rush Furniture, Americus, GA 

I just wanted to write and let you know that I adore your program. I run several businesses and I truly would be lost without the help this program gives in the "behind the scenes" bookkeeping.  I currently an an American living in England and there are so many things different over here such as pounds rather than dollars... dates in a different format such as the day before the month... And many other little things that your program takes care of without any fuss or bother.
     It has features I didn't even know that I needed and I honestly can't say what I'd like more.  It has met every one of my business needs and I couldn't be without it.  It is a real time saver, something that is important in running a business out of one's home.
     Thank you much for creating such a great program.  I will do my best to spread the word as it is worthy of a good word... I can't say enough about the prompt responses I have gotten when I've had questions. Having a good program is only half of it... the other half is the after care and you and your company excel in this manner.  Thanks again for creating such a great program.

     -- Elaine Andruss, Great Britain

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NMOANational Mail Order Association (NMOA)
We'd like to recommend the National Mail Order Association,.a professional association for small to medium-sized businesses involved in direct selling.  With its broad industry contacts and extensive informational resources, NMOA can help your business grow.  For more information: National Mail Order Association


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Affiliate Program
If you disseminate information about software and shareware programs,.I invite you to list AnyOrder on your website.  An affiliate program, very much like Amazon.com's, is available for AnyOrder.  To sign-up for the program: Register Now Affiliate Program

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