General Information on AnyOrder Professional
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Details on the Different Levels of the Program:
Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV | Level V | Level VI
Comprehensive Comparison Charts.
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Awards & Reviews | User Comments
System Requirements
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Philosophy of the Program's Development
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| General Information |
AnyOrder! is a Windows based software program designed specifically for mail, phone and web order businesses--or any business that needs to process orders. 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 we use it extensively, we know it works well, and it gets the job done. If you have a business in which you must process orders and keep track of sales, we 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 9-years of research . . .
AnyOrder is a new approach to business software. It is based on 12 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 we 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 six editions: Level I, II, III, IV, and VI (new this year). Each higher level provides more options and a larger range of features. Professional Series programs are designed specifically for newer operating systems. All new development and enhancements occur with the Professional Series.
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 V. 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.
Depending on your needs, AnyOrder Professional is available in six different levels (AnyOrder Level I, Level II, Level III, Level IV, Level V and Level VI).
AnyOrder Professional Level I
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Features found in AnyOrder Professional Level I--and common to all six levels--include:
Generates Invoices · Handles Returns · Produces Sales Reports · Records Customer Payments · Creates Mailing Lists · Calculates Shipping Weights · Manages Contacts · Maintains Customer & Product Databases · Provides Dozens of Searching, Sorting & Filtering Options · Efficiently Handles Ordering & Invoicing Tasks
The Professional Level I Edition is a comprehensive invoicing program that is remarkable for its ease of use. You'll find it a refreshing and delightful change in business software. It generates invoices, handles returns, produces sales reports, records customer payments, and creates customer mailing lists. It has the ability to apply discounts to products individually or all together. Included among its features are polished and refined pop-ups to find and paste customers, products or customer numbers. You can copy a customer name and address from an email message or a word document and paste the whole works to an invoice. You can also add personal notes to an invoice. The program includes AnyOrder's innovative system of marking invoices paid which makes it easy to readily locate unpaid invoices. More Details
AnyOrder Professional Level II
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Features found in AnyOrder Professional Level II includes all of the Level I features (above), plus:
Two Full-featured, Built-in Programs: Billing Generator and Inventory Engine · PLUS: Payment & Deposit Reports · Back Order Processing · Invoice Graphics Support · Advanced Searching · Find & Replace · Consignment Product Tracking · File Export Capabilities · Receipt Printing Capabilities · Quick Inventory Check Feature · Mark-up Calculator · Much More
The Professional Level II Edition includes all of the invoicing features found in Level I plus two huge additions: a billing generator and inventory engine. Both are so comprehensive that they could be sold as complete programs by themselves, but, rather, they are integrated into AnyOrder's overall structure. Level II includes more than just the billing and inventory engines. It includes back order processing; the ability to add logos and other graphics to printed invoices and statements; payment and deposit reports; 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 find any piece of data among your business records; find and replace; an export feature for exporting sales, credit card, or invoice data to other programs, and many other enhancements and time saving features. More Details.
AnyOrder Professional Level III
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Features found in AnyOrder Professional Level III includes all those listed in Level I and II, 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 · User Defined Fields · Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Aids
Level III includes: 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. More Information
AnyOrder Professional Level IV
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Features found in AnyOrder Professional Level IV includes all those listed in Level I,II and III, plus:
On-line Shipment Processing at UPS, USPS, FedEx, etc. · Sales Commission Reporting · Ad Campaign Tracking · Variable Tax Rate Support · Early Warning System for Low Inventory · Multi-level Pricing · Auto-fill Business Forms · MS Excel Support · UPS Worldship Support · New Royalty Calculation Methods and Enhancements · Comprehensive Purchase Order System (AnyPO) · Larger, Roomier Screen Displays · Over a Dozen New Reporting Options · New Features Throughout the Program
If look closely at each of the programs, you'll notice a big jump with between Level III and Level IV. Level IV is for active, busy businesses. With the Level IV Program, you can process on-line shipments at such websites as UPS, USPS, FedEx and others. On-line forms are automatically filled for you. Among other on-line tasks, you can create shipping labels, schedule pick-ups and provide customer notification. The Level IV program comes with an innovative early warning system which signals you when inventory levels fall low. It has the ability to calculate sales commissions, track ad campaigns, and handle variable tax rates. It has over a dozen new reports providing alternative ways of viewing sales, product and customer data. All reports can be moved directly into Microsoft Excel (or other spreadsheet programs). Convenient pop-up calendars are available throughout the program. The product database includes numerous additional features including six new pricing levels for products. Inventory and sales reports include new data on credit card, sales commission and invoiced fees. Nine user defined payment methods now available. Topping off an already impressive list is a comprehensive purchase order system which is nearly as large as the core program. The Purchase order system is sold separately for $219 but is included as part of the Version IV package. More Information
AnyOrder Professional Level V
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Features found in AnyOrder Professional Level V includes all those listed in Level I,II III, and IV plus:
Completely Barcode Compatible: Scan & Print Barcodes · Integrated PDF Viewing & Printing · Multi-package Tracking & Packing Slips · Real Time Inventory Processing · Shopping Cart Data Import · Special Final Shipping & Packaging Feature · New Royalty Features · More Printing Choices · Additional Back Order Processing Options · Automatic HTML File Naming · Enhanced Purchase Order Features · Full-featured Proforma Invoicing System · Greater Precision for Item Line Discounting · Consistent Address Formatting · Entirely New Multi-purpose Rover Module · And Much, Much More
The Level V program has an outstanding array of features. To begin with, it is completely barcode compatible. You can scan a product's barcode directly into the program without doing any typing. Barcodes can be added to invoices, giving them a sharp, professional look. When you need to locate an invoice for payment processing or for other purposes, it's just a matter of scanning the barcode and AnyOrder displays the invoice. A new multi-package feature enables you to printing packing slips for orders that require more than one package. It will also keep track of weights, shipping charges and tracking numbers for each package. It has a feature which will do one final check of package contents before sending out a shipment. AnyOrder Level V can work side-by-side with e-commerce software. In particular, shopping cart data can be moved into the program. The program comes with Real Time inventory processing providing up-to-the-second information on inventory. Level V has new royalty features including the ability to produce HTML reports which you can attach to an email. It will also move royalty data into Excel or other spreadsheet program. It includes full-featured proforma invoicing system which, like the built-in purchase order system, is nearly as large as the core program. Topping off an already impressive list, is a separate and independent program called the Rover Module which comes with the networked version of AnyOrder. Versatile and portable, it can be used for sales which are generated from off-site locations, or it can also be used to divide a business into separate divisions or maintain separate accounts. For details, see: More Information
AnyOrder Professional Level VI (Our Newest Program)
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This is the top-of-the-line, state of the art order processing software. Features found in AnyOrder Professional Level VI includes all those listed in Level I,II III, IV and V plus:
Innovative Customer Command Center · Major New Contact Manager · Integrated Scheduler - Reminds You of Important Business Tasks · Full-featured Standing Order Module · Royalty Cash Reserves Report · Royalty Log Files: Shows All Invoices in a Royalty Report · Extra Security: Set-up Users and Program Access Levels · New Worldwide Sales Tax Calculation System · Comprehensive Shopping Cart Data Import Features · Translate Invoices to Any Language · Alternative Invoice Numbering Capabilities · Advanced Purchase Order System · Customer Credit Limit · Life-time Value Tracking · Two-line Product Description Available · Enhanced Multi-purpose Rover Module · And Much, Much More
Level VI is our piece de resistance, the flagship program of the AnyOrder family. It is based on years of research and has been designed with the utmost attention to detail. It includes an amazing collection of features. You have all of the features and benefits of Levels I, II, III, IV, and V plus even more. The Level VI program includes a Customer Command Center, a completely new and innovative way of viewing business activity from a customer viewpoint. It includes a major new Contact Manager. AnyOrder has always had a customer contact manager, but Level VI includes a separate and comprehensive contact manager for prospective customers and others of importance to your business. To keep from forgetting important bsuiness tasks, you'll find a built-in Scheduler: schedule tasks days, weeks or months in advance. AnyOrder will display reminder messages to send billings, contact certain customers, issue invoices, etc. Another huge addition to the program is a Standing Order Module for setting up and maintaining standing orders. More printing features are available: include an "Attention" field, ID Numbers (such as SAN, Fed ID, VAT, GST, or your own ID number). Add a place for your customer to enter their credit card number and return the invoice. New Customer Database Features include the ability to track the life-time value of your customers. Royalty Functions include Log files and the capability to create a spreadsheet showing all invoices, customers and payment amounts upon which a royalty report is based. Also, you can generate a Cash Reserves Report which is the sum total of royalty payments due for all royalty holders for a given a period of time. Extra Security features enable you to set up user passwords and access levels. Three new alternative invoice numbering systems are available. Included also is a new tax calculation system which works for the most difficult tax situations, including European VAT and Canadian GST/PST taxes. And you find many new import and export features which extend the ability of the program to move data to and from shopping cart and ecommerce applications. For details on this extraordinary program, see: More Information
Clear and understandable. You don't need an accounting degree to use it!
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Works on Nearly All Computers. The program works under the following operating systems: Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, and Vista. For more information, see System Requirements.
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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: |
First, there's no cost to download the software and evaluate it. You're under no time limits. Try it out at your leisure. If, after trying it out, you find that AnyOrder will do the job, we ask that you register the software. Registration costs are found below.
We invite you to shop around and compare AnyOrder features and prices to other programs. We think you'll find that for the price and its rich array of features, AnyOrder is one incredible bargain.
Program Level |
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Network Enabled |
AnyOrder Professional I |
$89 |
$99 |
AnyOrder Professional II |
$139 |
$159 |
AnyOrder Professional III |
$239 |
$269 |
AnyOrder Professional IV |
$389 |
$419 |
AnyOrder Professional V |
$489 |
$539 |
AnyOrder Professional VI |
$649 |
$729 |
Network enabled programs have a no workstation limit. We do not have a "per workstation" charge like most software companies. The price above is all you pay no matter how many different individuals use the program.
Levels IV and V include, at no extra cost, the $229 AnyPO program. Level VI includes the $329 Advanced AnyPO program
Levels V and VI include the Rover Module, a separate standing, portable form of AnyOrder that can be taken on the road or used by sales personnel, or for divisional sales, internationa sales, or other purposes.
Credit Card Processing. (Available as a Add-on to Level IV, V or VI): $149 More Info |
We also have a series of programs called the Classic Series. These are older, 16-bit programs, but they have been adapted to work on most operating systems and cost less (from $39 to $89). We are keeping them available for those who are just getting started in business and who need to keep costs low: Classic Series. (Note that no further development work is being done on Classic programs.)
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:
Register: AnyOrder Professional Level I .
Register: AnyOrder Professional Level II .
Register: AnyOrder Professional Level III .
Register: AnyOrder Professional Level IV .
Register: AnyOrder Professional Level V .
Register: AnyOrder Professional Level VI .
Should you desire personal assistance in registering AnyOrder, please feel free to drop us a email at: support@grc101.com. (Other ways of reaching us are found here: Contact)
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| Download the Program: |
Windows Downloads (For Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, Vista and Win 7)
(Vista & Win 7 Users: All Levels run, but for best performance, we suggest Levels IV & above.)
Click on the appropriate link below to download the program . . .
IMPORTANT: When downloading SAVE the file below. Do NOT use Run.
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File Name: ao1pro90.exe. Size: 8,693 KB |
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II |
File Name: ao3pro90.exe. Size: 9,181 KB |
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III |
File Name: ao3pro90.exe. Size: 9,181 KB |
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IV |
File Name: ao6pro12.exe. Size: 20,800 KB |
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V |
File Name: ao6pro12.exe. Size: 20,800 KB |
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Our Newest: AnyOrder Pro Level VI |
File Name: ao6pro12.exe. Size: 20,800 KB |
IMPORTANT: When downloading SAVE the file above. Do NOT use Run.
* Need Help on Download and Installing? See: downloading & installing AnyOrder.
And: The Level V and VI (networked) programs also include the Rover Module:
File Name: AORover.exe. Size:14,169 KB |
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File Name: AORover6.exe. Size:15,910 KB |
*The Rover Module is a separate download from the Main AnyOrder program. It is a free add-on which comes with the networked versions of Levels V and VI. It is meant to be a portable form of AnyOrder that can be taken on the road or used for shows or by sales personnel. It can also be used to track different parts of your business. It's available as a separate download so it can be install on different computers.)
For Your Safety
For your safety, all files have been extensively checked with McAfee anti-virus software and independently re-checked and tested by independent contractors. For more information, see program and Internet safeguards. Also see Readme file links. If you've never downloaded a file before, here's a step-by-step procedure: downloading & installing AnyOrder.
Information on self extracting zip files / How to install the program:
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 ab4pro10.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.
Never downloaded and installed a program? We have more help information on downloading and installing the program here: Installing the Program for the First Time
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.
Re-installing AnyOrder
If you are a current user of AnyOrder and need to re-install the program -- or if you are upgrading the program, the following information has been prepared for you: Re-installing
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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 by Simtel, our software download contractor. Lately, some programmers have been inserting code in software which surreptitiously provides information to commercial sites through Internet connections. We find such practices repugnant and unethical. You can be assured that AnyOrder is completely free of adware and spyware. More information: Your Safety is Number 1
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| System Requirements for AnyOrder |
Hardware (AnyOrder Levels I, II, and II):
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Pentium or Pentium-equivalent Personal Computers
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A minimum of 64 MB RAM
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A hard disk with 24 MB of available disk space. VGA/SVGA monitor and graphics adapter
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Mouse
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Optional for Level III: Dial-up modem for telephony features & credit card processing
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Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7
Additional Requirements for AnyOrder Levels IV, V, and VI:
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A Mimimum of 128 MB (256 to 512 is best)
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A hard disk with 32 MB of space
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Suggested: Microsoft Excel (or your choice) for additional report capabilities
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Suggested: Microsoft Word (or your choice) for form filling & mail merging
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Optional: Dial-up modem for telephony features & credit card processing
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Optional: Internet connection for on-line shipment processing
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Optional for Levels V and VI: Barcode reader
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| Rankings by Independent Software Sites |
AnyOrder received top honors from the following software ranking sites . . .
Five Stars from Global Shareware
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Five Stars from the Softpicks Network
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Five Stars from the File Hungry Shareware site
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Five Stars from the aFreeGo Shareware site
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Five Stars from the Download2you Shareware site
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Five Stars from the OrderGenuine.com Shareware site
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Five Stars from the FreeTrialSoft.com Shareware site
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Five Stars from SharewarePlaza.com
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Five Stars from the Download3000.com Shareware site
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| 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
"Just a little note of thanks and praise for your very quick and efficient assistance. You have always been helpful and available for customer support. Your knowledge of the intricate workings of the product are admired and appreciated. Thank you again for all of your help. You can be assured that whenever possible, I'll spread the word about AnyOrder."
--Charles Murray, MilitaryTimeZone, Tamarac, FL
"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
"I have to say this is by far the best program I've seen for running a mail-order business.
This program does everything you can imagine plus some things you never thought of. Imagine copying the tracking number off the USPS web site and clicking a box on AnyOrder. Wham the tracking number and the date mailed are automatically entered into the software.
Want more? How about those people who email you a credit card number--it's all broken up with spaces,etc. Just highlight it and the exp date with your cursor, copy and and hit paste within the Anyorder program. AnyOrder will strip out the spaces, put the credit card information and exp in the proper places on the form.But will also verify the card is valid. If you have an online merchant account anyorder can then process the card for you. All this from a simple copy and paste!
You got to love this program, I couldn't run my business without it.
--Devin Knight, Daytona Beach Shores, Florida
"I just wanted to take a minute and let you know how great I think AnyOrder is and how it has worked for me. I own a Video Production business and had a need for an invoicing program, but I also need to keep up with our inventory of tapes, cases, etc. I searched all over the internet, in stores, everywhere until I found your software. I decided to try it out for a couple of weeks, but ended up purchasing it before a few days were up. The program is great and I am getting ready to upgrade to a Professional version. I love the program, but what I am most impressed with is the Customer Support. I have only had a couple of problems in the year that I have been using AnyOrder, but each time my problem has been addressed immediately and with the greatest of concern. Being a businesswoman who works with the public, I appreciate the communication and attention that you pay to your customer service. Thank you for a great product and for great customer service."
--Sandra Medlin, CCI Video Productions, Iuka, Mississippi
"I have been using AnyOrder for my wholesale orders. The product is very easy to use, I have nearly 800 different items at many different prices with over 30 different item categories, yet navigation is still easy. I really like the default examples that came with the product including the categories, it made my learning curve short and sweet. Invoices are professional and easy to read, giving a much needed polish to what I had been using in the past."
--Tom Kueneman, ZeroPong International, Mount Pleasant SC
"I just want to start off by thanking you for your AnyOrder software. I am absolutely fanatical about your program and have recommended it to at least a dozen people. This program has made a HUGE impact on my business and has taken the place of thousands of dollars of software, as well as being as easy to learn/use as any program I have ever seen! "
--Craig H. Walendy, Del Rey Laser, Los Angeles, CA
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National 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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