RE: Focus 2001
In my presentation during the WorldSoftware general session, I stated that
we had completed almost 150 WorldSoftware enhancements since Focus last
year. As you have observed, the current number listed on the website is
actually 141 - but it is growing every day. We plan to update this website
monthly.
Almost all enhancements are completed for both A7.3 and A8.1. There are
exceptions in a few areas where the design is significantly different (so
the A7.3 enhancements do not apply to A8.1). In addition, eXtended Process
Integration (XPI) enhancements for collaborative commerce are major projects
- so we are verifying that there is a market for both releases before doing
the development.
We are focusing primarily on the enhancements requested by a significant
number of customers. So make sure we know which enhancements you would like
to see us do. The best ways to get your vote counted are to either:
1) Participate in the SIG meetings
2) Contact your SIG representative (see list below)
3) Ask Support Line to add your company to the list of customers requesting
an existing SAR.
Our criteria for enhancement requests that will be considered include:
- Requested by many customers (preferably at least 10)
- Non disruptive (don't require retraining of end-users for customers who
apply the cume)
- No major database changes
- Current or near-term OneWorld functionality (we don't want you to loose
functionality when you go to OneWorld)
Getting input from many customers will help us leverage our development
resources and avoid turning the software into a patchwork quilt of options
needed only by one customer.
As you can see, we are listening and we need your input. Thanks for your
continued to support and participation.
This listing of SIG presidents follows:
SIG SIG President E-Mail
Automotive Greg Lanthier
[email protected]
Bulk Product Distribution Cheryl Snyder
[email protected]
Construction Services Lowell Vice
[email protected]
Customer Relationship Mgmt. Nancy Smith
[email protected]
Electronics Sudeep Rikhy
[email protected]
Energy and Chemical Solutions David Ashley
[email protected]
Equipment Management Nelson Landry
[email protected]
Financials Robert Shisley
[email protected]
Global Accounts Mickey Stayman
[email protected]
Government Dave Scott
[email protected]
HR/Payroll Larry McDaniel
[email protected]
Real Estate Dave Hyzy
[email protected]
Utilities Renee Smith
[email protected]
Life Sciences John McVey
[email protected]