IT Managers

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Kudos Software runs on the Microsoft SQL 2005 and SQL express database. Database views allow end user reporting via ODBC/Crystal Reports etc. Executables are written in Delphi and C#, with XML used in multibranch transactions.

Local Delivery

Each location has its own database optimising resilience and speed of use, which is matched either on a batch or virtual real time basis, typically across a VPN.

Central Management

Branch configuration from report design to trading rules can be setup and maintained centrally with the Kudos configurator Program. Additionally, Kudos’ updater allows executables to be updated at branch on an automated basis. The security and resilience of local database hosting made practical by Kudos’s central management tools.

Centralised Data

Use of Head Office gives a data store covering full details of every transaction across the estate.

Implementation Support

We will be pleased to talk to you or your network support team to discuss how best to arrange the topography of your Kudos Software installation.

Financial Director's and Accountants

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Accounts Integration

Kudos offers real time integration with Sage 50, 200 and Access Accounting, so we have had to ensure that all processes reconcile properly. Preferred supplier replacement cost and rolling average cost are recorded at time of transaction allowing full margin reporting.

Fiscal Reporting

Kudos data is structured in daily, weekly, monthly periods which can be set for future calendar dates across all outlets. A comprehensive list of period end reports allow full reconciliation of transactions.

Management Reporting

Kudos offers a wide range of management reports which can be written straight to Excel for more detailed reporting.

Database views allow direct access to data at both branch and consolidated level. In addition, all data can easily be exported in formats suited for Spreadsheets or databases. We will be pleased to discuss any particular reporting requirements that you may have.

Security and Control

User Access is structured by logon profiles assigned to each individual. Controls are structured in four levels:

Operator – minimum functionality for day to day operations
Supervisor – Additional functions, i.e. returns or discount processing at POS; visibility of cost prices etc.
Reporting – rights to run reports, in particular period end reports
Manager – overall access, with rights to edit stock records, run fuller reporting etc.

In addition there are two administrative levels

Configurator: sets up trading rules, screen designs etc.
System Manager: controls in particular, password profiles and rights (though lower level users can be given predefined profiles by higher level users depending on settings.

Operator logons can be forced at various stages in the process, and logon is recorded on audit trail for every transaction.

Operations Staff

Operations Links and Downloads

Kudos Retail
Kudos Workshop
In the Warehouse
Retail PDF Data Sheet
Sales Order Processing PDF Data Sheet
Workshop PDF Data Sheet

With our ’bottom up’ experience, Kudos Software has always worked to make end users’ jobs easier. Our first customers were end users themselves, and we’ve not lost that tradition. Here are some functions that our operational users have said they like.

Shop Till Staff

Prompts for related retail product sales
Associated stock product information
Product PDF information sheets, datasheets and images at point of sale
Ordering at counter
Cashing up ‘it’s so much easier than the old till’

Sales Order Processing/Warehouse

The focus is to get orders picked, tracked and traceable
Flexibility to configure usage to suit your operation – from phone order picked in shop, to separate order desk, picking (with handheld pickers) and packing functions
Pick items recorded as out of stock without needing to exception handle
Works with contracted out warehousing
Website integration for both population and order import

Workshop and Jobs

Fits your workshop operation, doesn’t dictate it.
Supports job sheet or parts counter/time sheet operation.
Maximise labour efficiency by ensuring the parts you need for the job are there before you start
No duplication – from estimating to invoicing is seamless and simple

Senior Management

Kudos Software is designed to give rapid return on your investment whatever your business.

There’s no long setup period; you can get up and running quickly, with immediate benefits that can then build further as you go forward. You don’t even need to load a stock file to get Kudos paying for itself.

You probably don’t introduce new IT systems too often – we do it all the time, so we can help with technical training, support, project planning based on wide experience.

We’re a technical business, but our pride is getting people using our software.

It’s in the programming, going the extra distance for a useable and useful product for each used . And it’s in the training, as we support you and your staff in getting the most out of Kudos from day one – and onwards to day 1000!

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