A Quick Guide to New, Enhanced, and Favorite Website Features
We are continuously working to enhance your online experience with the CS
Professional Suite. Take a look at how you can browse and connect with our website
content in a whole new way—customized just for you.
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Did You Know?
All website accounts are created at the Basic Rights Level, however, any
account can be upgraded to an Administrative Rights Level (with licensee
permission) to take advantage of advanced features such as "Firm Contact
Management" and "View Order History."
New Features
Last Updated: April 17, 2008
New Functionality
Along with a new look, new functionality throughout provides easy navigation
and a customized experience based on your firm's licensed products and services.
For example:
- An expandable Log In/Register tab (at the top of every
page) enables convenient access from anywhere and at any time during your
visit.
- An occasional Alert Banner (at the top of every page) will display
timely and relevant announcements in future—this can be minimized or expanded.
- An expandable Full Menu tab (on the Section bar) offers
a complete site index and instant access to your desired topic—also
displayed at the bottom of every page.
- 'Spotlight On...' offers quick access to popular links.
- A 'Breadcrumb' path (located below the navigation bar)
displays the pages you've visited with links for quick access to re-trace your
steps or change direction.
Demos & Trials
Experience the power and productivity of all the CS Professional Suite
products from this dedicated page. Access multi-media demos,
and recorded and live webinars; register for seminars; view White Papers; and
access, download, or request shipment of software trials.
Training & Consulting
Increase proficiency to maximize your software investment with Custom Training Services (delivered at your firm or
via the web) or Standard Training (delivered
"Live, Web-Based", "Live, In Person", or "On-Demand"). Self-service options for
Standard Training enable you to view course descriptions, schedules, and pricing;
register for classes; link to your customized My Training page; and more.
NewsBeat Archive
Browse our entire NewsBeat
collection by issue or by article. These valuable e-newsletters offer timely
information and tips, time-saving shortcuts, and much more, and can be personally
delivered to your in-box with a NewsBeat subscription.
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Enhancements
Last updated: April 17, 2008
Customize Your Experience with a Web Account
A web account enhances your visit by providing you
with personalized information on the homepage and throughout the website.
Keep Current with Fast and Easy Downloads
Always run the latest version of your CS Professional Suite software by
downloading CD releases via high-speed Internet connection. The Download History
feature keeps you informed of what you have already downloaded and when. You can
also see when new releases are available.
24/7 Secure Online Registration
Secure online transactions allow you to register for training and seminars at your
convenience—using a credit card.
Stay-in-the-Know with News Feed
Subscribe to the CS Professional Suite News Feed for the most current
information regarding your products and company events.
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Visitor Favorites
Last updated: April 17, 2008
Stay Informed with an Email Subscription
Receive information about software updates, training, and other relevant
announcements by signing up for our free Email
Subscription. You remain in control by choosing the types of messages you'd
like to receive, including our popular NewsBeat, and spam is never an issue.
Communicate with Your Peers via ARNE2
Exchange ideas 24/7 with other CS Professional Suite users from across the
country via the Accountants' Resource Network
(ARNE2). This free resource enables you to connect with peers in the profession
for time-saving tips, new strategies, valuable information, personal experiences,
and more.
Marketing Tools for Growing Your Business
When you need a little help communicating the benefits of CS Professional
Suite products and services to your clients, utilize our client marketing tools available both online and in
a printed format.
Important Electronic Filing Information
Access the most current state electronic filing mandates on our easy-to-navigate guide. Contact information
and website addresses for each state are also available for additional research.
Enhancements Ensure Software that Works for You
Check our Product Enhancements
page for the most recent and planned features and updates.
Surveys—We Value Your Opinion
Provide valuable input that leads to updates
and advances in your software. Your privacy is guaranteed. Individual responses
will not be revealed to other participants.
myPay Solutions™—Payroll Processing with a Personal Touch
A timely and accurate service bureau option, myPay
Solutions offers your clients a dedicated payroll specialist who will answer
their questions quickly and efficiently. You benefit from revenue sharing
opportunities and seamless data sharing.
Private, Targeted Communication with SSL Protocol
Utilizing a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) protocol, you can log in and take
advantage of secure data exchange to view
customized Sales Proposals and other individually-targeted communications.
User Stories from Solutions
Access current and past articles from our Solutions newsletter.
Read feature stories about CS Professional Suite users who've applied technology
to build their practices and increase their efficiency.
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