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Estimator Cloud Introduction

Estimator Cloud… The Power of the Internet with Existing Applications

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Easy Low Cost Access to the Web

Super-Highway


Estimator solved the problem with simple access from PC, Mac, I-Pad or Android devices without modification of its existing powerful data-base solution… Estimating, Job-Entry and Work-Flow Management for the Printing Industry…


Applying Microsoft ’s New RDS Technology…

Estimator Cloud: From the web access the estimating and work-flow solutions using Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (RDS) with latest Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 features. This allows remote sharing of complex applications with the full security features of Microsoft’s virtualization software, without changing a single line of code. RDS is available through ISP providers at attractive monthly rates, or in-house on an independent server, saving cost and improving security. A win-win situation: proven software coupled with high security Microsoft virtualization in a very cost effective way.



Remote Desktop Technology Advantages

Game changing: Non browser based ERA (Estimator Remote Access) uses proven applications in their original state, minimizing deployment, implementation, and support costs by maintaining only one version of the program, and allowing multiple user simultaneous accessibility.

ERA delivers low-cost mobility and accessibility, allowing database access from multiple plant locations, employed by the most effective personnel. Easily trained Sales reps estimate in front of customers, access jobs with up to the minute schedules, and make on-the-spot changes.



Simple Remote Access & Setup with Existing Tools

Remote Desk Top link, provided with most PC’s, and Apps available from Apple and other suppliers …On execution the Remote Desktop Connection opens allowing access to the host site with a preset assigned user nameClick Connect for direct access to the pre-posted applications with your data…



Master Control Centralizes Program Access

After standard or Cloud login, the Master Control provides clear fast access to all program components. Login protocol, with management assigned access levels, hides selected buttons on left allowing 4 levels of accessibility…

The Master Control format eliminates complicated and hard to locate drop downs saving time searching for

access points



Access & Review all Estimates in Estimate Summary

Accessed directly from the Master Control the Summary lists all estimates and allows lookups from any of the seven buttons on the right. Highlight or click and open an existing quote or Select ‘Add a New Estimate’



Single Screen Creates 4 Parts & 4 Quantities


Although seemingly complex the Create Edit Estimate window provides access to all required job components and instantly show price changes as items are added or appended. Sequential tabbing guides the estimator to all critical areas to complete the estimate and reports in a matter of seconds. The Copy Add Quote button replicates existing quotes in seconds…


Tool-Bar Highlights all Major Estimating Functions

9 Tabs access the 4 different parts Plus the Stock, Fgt. / Services, Press Select, Job Costing and Front Desk.The Blue Window in the lower right displays an auto - typed complete job description. The Services button on each part provides unlimited custom services. The Stock Tab is for Pricing / Qty and Full-Carton options.



Stock Tab Delivers Quick/Quantity Accurate Pricing

Stock Tab allows for 2 major functions: Different pricing for each of the 16 quantities associated with the 4 parts… And …Full Carton option on the bottom half of the screen: Enter sheets per carton, check option box for selected part, and results show # of cartons and total sheets to be ordered. (See Stock PO for carton count and contents, with per/m and basis weights )



Freight/Services Tab For Buyouts & Complex Pricing

The Fgt / Scvs tab provides complete buyouts with a single click while keeping the Estimate description. 3 custom outside or in-plant services allows different suppliers for all 4 quantities as well as different costs and markups. This area may also be used with freight or postage for mailing operations and enters the pricing after the sales tax line.Estimator Cloud…

The Power of the Internet with Existing Applications


Press Select an Estimator Exclusive Feature

The Press Select tab, 3rd from the end, automatically selects the best 3 presses from the active press list, for all 4 parts. This feature easily allows selection of the most cost effective equipment in determining the most effective use of the digital processes



Job-Costing Instantly Shows Over/Under Budget

The Job Costing tab allows for all 4 parts and instantly compares the actual with the estimated costs. The bottom right columns display the totals and the under or over estimate variance. Proper delineation between Quantity, Hours, and actual dollars are easily entered.Estimator Cloud…



Complete 90% of Estimate on Quote Request

Front-Desk: An exclusive feature allows minimally trained employees to enter estimate requests using management selected default values pre-entered in the respective parts. The estimator or manager can quickly review all information on the Part tabs, instantly making corrections if required…



Estimate: Neatly Organized & Easy to Read

The Estimate contains your company Logo and address in the upper left, and neatly displays the auto-typed description, eliminating errors. The bottom displays up to 4 quantities as well as optional pricing for each part, with price and weight per piece, and the total. Optional cost per / m for overs may also be displayed. E-Mail with a simple click

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Acknowledgement: With Client Selected Quantity

The Acknowledgement contains your company Logo and address in the upper left, and neatly displays the auto-typed description eliminating errors. The bottom displays the selected quantity as well as optional pricing for each part, with price and weight per piece, and the total. Optional cost per / m for overs may also be displayed. E-Mail with a simple clickEstimator Cloud… The Power of the Internet with Existing ApplicationsLeft Click on Slide to Advance

Details: Complete Estimate Evaluation & Description

The Details lists over 300 functions of the estimate for all 4 parts, and displays their values. Also included is the complete job description with stripping instructions and required stock for each component. The bottom right displays the value added and its percent of the total. Also shown is the selected press for each part as well as the estimated Make-Ready and Press print time…


Details 4 Parts: Quantity Comparisons & Description

The Details 4 Qtys lists over 300 important functions of the estimate for all 4 parts, and all 4 quantities and displays their values. Also included is the complete job description with stripping instructions and required stock for each component. The bottom right displays the value added and its percent of the total. Also shown is the selected press for each part as well as the estimated Press print time…Estimator Cloud… The Power of the Internet with Existing ApplicationsLeft Click on Slide to Advance

Stock PO: Parent & Run Size ~ Per M & Basis Weights

The Stock PO contains all relevant information on the selected quantity for all 4 parts. Parent and Run size are shown along with the supplier for each stock. M and basis weights are displayed, along with the required quantity . If the full carton option is selected and the # of sheets / carton entered …The PO shows the number of cartons and the total order along with the price / # , the price / M sheets and the total .Estimator Cloud… The Power of the Internet with Existing ApplicationsLeft Click on Slide to Advance

Services PO: Standard & Custom Suppliers / Item

The Services PO displays all selected services for the selected quantity for all 4 parts. It lists the vendors, the services to be rendered, along with the cost of the services tendered for, including the setup charge if any, and the cost / M .Custom Services is also displayed on this report with its unique set of options…


Job Ticket: Complete Details Required for all 4 Parts

Job Ticket Shows department due dates Credit and Contact Info. Complete descriptions include complex stripping instructions. Part details include Stock Supplier, # of forms, assigned press, total stock, start & stop quantities / form, Ink Colors and an unlimited instruction area for each of the 4 main departments. Also displayed is services required, and machine time allocated for Press, Cutting, Folding and Stitching ++Estimator Cloud… The Power of the Internet with Existing ApplicationsLeft Click on Slide to Advance

Shipping Labels: Easy 6 up Standard Format

Shipping Labels Automatically generated in a standard 6-up format includes your company information or in the custom format the shipper to be shown such as a Broker. Delivery address and contents description are easily added from the Invoice setup button on the Create Edit Estimate form.


Delivery Ticket / Packing List

Delivery Ticket: Is automatically generated with the shipping label information entered on the Invoice Setup, in the Create Edit Estimate window. If ship overs is selected during the job setup, then the extras shipped are shown on the delivery ticket along with the customers delivery information



Invoice: Eliminates Errors and Improves Cash Flow

Invoice Automatically sent to QuickBooks or e-mailed as is, with a copy to billing, eliminates transcription errors and improves cash flow. By not re-typing, under and over billings are prevented improving payments.Overs and Taxes are automatically calculated along with VAT’s where applicable. Descriptions match the original estimate / acknowledgement.Estimator Cloud… The Power of the Internet with Existing ApplicationsLeft Click on Slide to Advance

Press Record Pricing and Operating Configuration

Press Records: Contain all operating parameters for each company press and distinguishes between Sheetfed Web and Digital with each category having their own special operating set of rules. Settings include automatic discounts delineated by the client for long runs, and provides time to print information depending on press speeds and number of required passes, all automatically calculated.



Bindery Record: Pricing and Operating Configuration

Bindery Record: Each Company’s parameters for Cutting, Folding, Stitching, Perfect Binding, Drilling, Padding, Boxing, Score & Perf, Skid packing, plus more. Cutting is sensitive to type and Basis Weight of each stock, and automatically adjusts for type and weight selected. Detailed settings allow adjusting for a single cut on the outside of jobs that bleeds.



Prep Data: Pricing and Operating Configuration

Prep Data: Provides Computer to Plate and Film options. 4 Proofing types including Digital, Blue Line, High end such as Approval, Fuji, color copies and PDF formats.Micro adjustments for Ink and coating coverage allow fine tuning to match with actual ink and coating costs and markups.Disk charges and Pre-Flight settings are also entered here.Estimator Cloud…



Stock Catalog: Details Items and Suppliers

Stock Catalog: Designed for commonly used unusual stocks. Information provides sizes, category, Basis Weights, Supplier, Costs per # and per M.Estimator’s built in stock section automatically converts any BW and stock type to the correct price per/m with the simple insertion of the CWT price. Price/M may also be entered.Estimator Cloud…



Job Scheduling: Job Locator & Department Load

Job Locator: This easily maintained report shows all jobs in a simple list format with customer name , job title, department location, and due date.Job Status Report: Shows all jobs in each of the five main departments: Prep/Prepress, Press, Bindery, Shipping , and Billing. Each department lists the Job number, Customer, Job Description and date due from the department.Estimator Cloud… The Power of the Internet with Existing ApplicationsLeft Click on Slide to Advance

Competitors Multi-Screen Time Consuming Format

Some of the more than 15 screens required just for the estimate, is typical of all other software programs. Navigation is difficult, time consuming and requires extensive training and follow up with experienced personnel. Estimator’s single screen approach with its preset defaults eliminates errors and improves productivity by 500% or more.


Superior Technology from Design to Delivery

Estimator from its inception in 1995, conceived of the single screen solution, to speed quote delivery to the client and eliminate all possible errors with its array of complex algorithms...Estimator Cloud is the culmination of the Estimator 1 screen solution combined with the latest Microsoft Remote Desktop technology to deliver the first of its kind using standard data-base programming with a non-browser based delivery and execution




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