Have you ever had a very specific problem? A problem that could only be solved by a very niche program or service? The makers of the iManage application did, or more accurately, their sister company did. The IT firm was plagued with invoicing problems, so much so that they had to seek outside help. After exhausting all possible angles and failing to find a suitable service, developers took matters into their own hands. Thus, the iManage app and accompanying iManage website were born. And now, the developers are offering this niche program to the general public. But just what is iManage, and is it something that can help your business?
It’s important to understand that iManage isn’t an application that will appeal to all business models, but for those of you who use work sheets, customer databases, and paper billing, this app can really help streamline your process. The iManage program allows you to track work orders, keep tabs on customer accounts, track mileage and expenses for individual employees, and manage new jobs remotely (as well as pass them on to employees). For the company model that includes all of these bullet points, iManage is a great tech solution. Practically any business that is forced to create work orders will find it useful.
The iManage application looks well-put-together. It features easy-to-read and navigate menus, a handy user guide (which can be found at the developer’s website), a simple interface, and easy data entry. Everything is cleanly organized and with “digital backup” of your work orders, you’ll never have to argue with a customer who accidentally “lost” their sheet and doesn’t want to pay again. There is even a nifty planner that can help you keep track of jobs that need to be completed. And you can be sure that a job is getting done, thanks to a tracking tab that will help keep tabs on your employees and their whereabouts.
iManage is the full package. It’s got a ton of depth, but remains simple enough to appeal to anyone, regardless of their history with tech. It’s very cost effective tool, considering what you’re getting. It’s only going to cost you 5.00 GBP per month, per unit, for the standard package. This package will get you full access to customer management, the job sheet console, signature capture, personal stationary, and location tracking.
If that’s not enough then you may want to consider upgrading to iManage Pro. For 11.99 GBP per month, per unit, you’ll get everything in the standard package, plus, the quotation module, invoice module, access to overtime management, expense and mileage reports, a banking module, and the ability to directly charge debit cards.
I would definitely recommend giving this app a try. This is the perfect economical solution for the small business owner, but it can also be used as a cheaper alternative for large corporations. You can grab the iManage program from the App Store right now for free. Use the nifty demo mode to get a feel for its capabilities and tools. There is also a free 30 day trial for both standard and pro that you can take advantage of.
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