Happy retirement Windows XP

As Windows XP is coming to 'End-of-Life' in March 2014 more and more companies are taking stock of their IT with a view of how to move forward
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It isn't always as easy as upgrading the operating system, or replacing the computer.

As part of our IT Support Services we offer advice and consultancy on how to manage the upgrade process. From choosing the right operating system, to considering in-line business applications. A site visit is often carried out to assess what you already have, this is then followed up by a written assessment and recommendations.

Working with our partners Microsoft and HP and we are also able to bring you the best deals for sourcing your IT. From cash-back offers on hardware, to discounts on software. Microsoft Get Modern is a great source of information. Also see the Windows XP retirement site.

Let Eitex take stock of your IT, and we'll do the hard work for you.

Office Mobile for Android Phones is now available!

Users who have an existing Office 365 subscription can now download and use Office Mobile on Android devices.

Office Mobile is the official companion to Microsoft Office. Gain full access to Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents with feature rich charts, animations, graphics and shapes.

A True Office Experience:

Easy Access:

Office Mobile Features:

 > Access documents from anywhere using SkyDrive, SkyDrive Pro or SharePoint
 > Open Recent Documents from anywhere
 > Email attachments
 > Resume Reading, pick up where u left off from any device
 > Edit while offline, and sync later
 > Share information
If you want to try Office Mobile for Android phones, but don't have an Office 365 subscription, you can sign up for a free Office 365 Trial.

What’s next with Office 365

We’re visiting Microsoft again this week to discuss future changes with Office 365 and their online services.

As a leading Cloud Accelerate Partner in the UK we are in the privileged position of finding out what’s next with Office 365, this is often between 3 and 6 months ahead of our competitors.

Unfortunately we are under NDA so we are not able to let you know what these changes are, but what it does mean is that we are able to ensure you are heading in the right direction with regards to your IT and Office subscriptions. We have implemented some changes for customers which aligns them perfectly for the future.

Microsoft Office 365 currently includes the following technologies:

Front-End Applications (Desktop or device, i.e. laptop / tablet):

Microsoft Office Pro Plus:

          • Outlook
          • Dynamics CRM (Outlook Client)
          • Word
          • Excel
          • OneNote
          • Lync
          • Access
          • Publisher
          • InfoPath
          • SkyDrive Pro (new)

Also available is:

          • Microsoft Visio
          • Microsoft Project

 

Back-end Technology: 

          • Exchange Online
          • SharePoint Online
          • Lync Online
          • CRM Online

If you want to work with a leading UK Office 365 Partner – get in touch!

IT Support for Solicitors Law Firms

Legal IT Support

Eitex offer IT Support, network and computer maintenance for a number of leading solicitors and law firms in Leeds and throughout Yorkshire.

Our pro-active services are geared around your legal practice and fit in with existing case management software such as Eclipse, Proclaim, Bighand, Opsis, Select Legal and more.

From on-site visits, scheduled walk-arounds, IT Outsourcing, or working alongside your existing IT department, we have a proven track record and are able to help!

Server Support, desktop, network and user support are all included, or can be tailored to suit your particular practice need.

Our services are cost-effective and won’t break the bank.

If you would like to arrange a free network assessment please get in touch.

Office 365 for Hospital Group John Munroe

We recently implemented Office 365 and IT Support services for John Munroe Hospital and were very thankful to receive the following testimonial:

I have worked as IT and Communications Coordinator for John Munroe Hospital for four years now. The network was littered with various operating systems and legacy equipment, and the Board decided to take action regarding this situation. I was asked to investigate options for replacing the legacy equipment and also upgrading the system in general.

My inquiries into Microsoft Office 365 and associated HP Equipment led me to Eitex, and I was put in contact with Dean Spencer.

Dean was friendly and approachable, and quickly arranged a meeting to discuss the network requirements and associated equipment required.

We met and discussed a plan moving forward that included a hybrid deployment of Office 365 for our company and the lease of the new PC’s, Laptops and Servers required. Along with Chris Thompson, we started to plan the deployment of the solution.

Chris was there every step of the way during and after the deployment, and Dean was always on hand to answer any questions relating to the finance of the solution and any further solutions available. I enjoy working with Eitex, as being Microsoft Partners they are very knowledgeable regarding the solutions on offer from Microsoft, and their deployment. If they are unsure, they are confident enough to tell you they are unsure, and can quickly put you in touch with someone who does.

The IT Support team are always available, and have responded to any queries or issues I have raised at any time in a timely and concise manner, addressing and resolving the issue to the best of their ability.

I would highly recommend Eitex for any company who wish to deploy any form of Microsoft solution, as they listen to your requirements and act upon them with your interests at the heart of what they offer. They are friendly, approachable and have a no-nonsense approach to IT Support. I look forward to continuing to work with them and a prosperous future together.

Yammer Enterprise Networking...

What's new from the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference in America last week:

Communicate better, internally!

Yammer! Yammer enables you to communicate with your workforce better than ever before. This is ‘Social Networking’ for the enterprise.

Like Facebook it allows users to post updates, about themselves, the company, what they are working on, anything, but with the added benefit of being confined within your organisation!

The system bridges communication gaps between staff and departments, and can be extended to customer and supplier networks as well.

Yammer is now part of Office 365, and it’s free to subscribe.

If you would like more information on getting started and setup, please let us know.

Information at your Fingertips!

The new version of Microsoft CRM is the fastest and slickest yet. Whether you are using it on your PC, tablet or mobile phone you can have all customer information at your fingertips, wherever you are!

Microsoft CRM is now part of the Office 365 suite and integrates within Microsoft Outlook and Office perfectly.

To open your mind to the possibilities of MS CRM, get in touch!

New Release:

Some none Microsoft related news: Sage 50 Accounts 2014 is due for release 1st August!
Some of the new features can be found here: http://blog.eitex.co.uk/2013/07/new-features-of-sage-50-accounts-2014.html

If you would like a price to upgrade, please email me your Serial Number.

New Features of Sage 50 Accounts 2014

The new version of Sage, which is apparently the fastest and most feature-rich version yet is due out for release 1st August.

So why should you upgrade? What are the new features of Sage 50 Accounts 2014?

 

Some of the New Features of Sage 50 Accounts 2014:

VAT:
- Show me how: this guides you through the VAT submission process to give confidence when submitting
- VAT verifier: 8 VAT checks at the click of the button
- New look at Year and Month End Screens
- Save Time! Submit your return in just 3 clicks!

Manage Stock:
- Holding stock ties up your cash flow, so Sage 50 Accounts 2014 gives you an up-to-date view of what you have; how profitable items are and helps keep your customers happy by making sure you never run out.
- Focus on your business and allow Sage Accounts to manage your stock efficiently.

Products:
- Show only current products
- Easily calculate the value of stock
- Save Time! Import stock takes from Excel

Foreign Trader module*
- Keep all the information you need to manage foreign trading in one place including sales, purchases and invoices
- Stay on top of tax legislation for trading abroad
- Manage fluctuating exchange rates
- Reconcile multiple currencies in your accounts

Manage Charity Donations:

Make the most of every penny donated, manage your finances for different funds, and complete Trustees Annual returns.

New gift aid legislation means you can now claim back more money from HMRC, so it’s even more important to make sure that you’re recording the right information about your donors and your small donations. With Sage 50 Accounts 2014 you can be confident you’re accounting for all your funds properly so your charity benefits.


Want a price for upgrading, just send us your Serial Number and we'll do the rest!