Using computer to organize business

[David Ilvedson, RPT]

I believe the man is using a Mac...someone on this list is always extolling
his Mac i.e. ''It said Windows 98 or better, so I got a Mac".  I would think
he would be a good choice for info...PTBiz is a Windows program I believe.
Quickbooks/Quicken works on both platforms.  I use Quickbooks Pro but it
really has more than I'll ever use.  I have thought of Quicken Home &
Business to have the invoicing...anyone using it?

David I.


-----Original Message-----
From: Farrell <mfarrel2@tampabay.rr.com>
To: pianotech@ptg.org <pianotech@ptg.org>
Date: Saturday, December 02, 2000 5:30 PM
Subject: Re: Using computer to organize business


I use PTBiz and like it quite a lot. I do my billing with it also. It's
worth looking at. Nice package with call-back and reminder card features.
Email me if you have any specific questions.

Terry Farrell
Piano Tuning & Service
Tampa, Florida
mfarrel2@tampabay.rr.com
  ----- Original Message -----
  From: Doug Garman
  To: pianotech@ptg.org
  Sent: Saturday, December 02, 2000 8:35 AM
  Subject: Using computer to organize business


  This question goes to those of you who use the computer to keep track of
your business -- customer records, income, expenses, etc.  I would really
like to use the computer to get my growing business organized before I lose
total control (and valuable customers).

  Do you use one of the software programs written for our professison, or
have you come up with your own methods using a spreadsheet or database?  I
know "Excel" but could learn to use anything.  Rather than reinventing the
wheel I want to take advantage of the wealth of experience on the list.

  We just bought a new iMac.  I would like to write some or all of it off as
business expense.  :o) Yes, the family will use it, too.

  You may respond to me personally at dgarman@granbury.com .  If attaching
an example of your spreadsheet or database helps you explain your system,
please do so.

  Looking forward to your input.

  Doug Garman, Associate, Ft. Worth Chapter
  Granbury, TX