Applied Tech Seminar
IT Makeover
Vista - Migrate or Not
Word Tips and Tricks
Cool Tools -
Employee Spotlight
 

Event Announcements

March High Tech Happy Hour
Thursday, March 29th at Boston's sponsored by T. Wall Properties. Visit www.hthh.org.

Applied Tech Seminar
Windows Vista & Office 2007, Mobile Office Technology & Exchange Server & Microsoft SharePoint, Tuesday, March 27th
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Quality Inn & Suites: 2969 Cahill Main, Fitchburg, WI 53713

Microsoft Small Business Summit
5 days of FREE online and in-person sessions
March 19th - March 23rd
Click here for more information

Cool Tools -
Office 2007 Demo's
While the launch of the new Windows Vista operating system has certainly been prevalent in the media, did you know Microsoft also came out with a brand new version of Office? While many contend their current version of Office "works just fine" you owe it to yourself to find out what the improvements to your favorite applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access are.

It has been 4 years since the last version of Office came out and you can bet that Microsoft has listened to their customers to make the new Office 2007 even better. Most importantly, is the new look! Both the familiar Menu Bar and Toolbars are gone! This is unlike any other version of Office because of the changes in the look and feel of the user interface. Applied Tech believes in removing the boundaries between you and technology. We encourage you to check out this free overview with demos of the new look and features of Microsoft Office 2007.

Take a look at these two Office 2007 on-line demonstrations.

Getting Started with Office System 2007 Basic Training for the Ribbon

See the 2007 Office System in Action

Don't like on-line demos? Do you want to see more, just in person? Check out the Applied Tech Seminar on March 27th. You can attend one or both of these half day sessions, or just drop in and try out Office 2007 for yourself on one of our demo computers. Applied Tech Technicians will be on hand to answer your questions.

Employee Spotlight
Pamela Close
Applied Tech -
Senior Systems Consultant

Newly hired at Applied Tech is Senior Systems Consultant Pamela Close. She joins Applied Tech after 13 years as an accountant and consultant with Wegner LLP and Wegner Consulting. As the newest member of the Applied Tech consulting team Pam will be providing consulting services for accounting software packages which include Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft Small Business Financials, and Microsoft Office Accounting.

Consulting services include in-depth systems needs analysis, full demonstrations of accounting software, implementation plans based on client needs, installation and set-up of software on networks and/or workstations, complete training of accounting software, full documentation tailored to each client, customization of forms and reports, and on-going technical support.

Pam earned an Associate Degree in Accounting from Madison Area Technical College and actively participates in continuing education programs which include the Microsoft Certified Professional Program. Pam has earned the Certified Master designation for Microsoft Dynamics GP and the Certified Professional designation for Microsoft Small Business Financials.

In her free time Pam enjoys spending time with her son Shawn, woodworking, riding her motorcycle and playing softball. Most of her free time is spent playing football for Madison’s first women’s professional football team, the Wisconsin Wolves

Applied Tech Seminar
Tuesday, March 27th
Quality Inn & Suites 2969 Cahill Main,
Fitchburg, WI 53713

Did you miss the Microsoft Vista launch last month? No worries, as a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Applied Tech will keep you up to date. Get ready to save time, organize your workload, manage information, stay connected, and collaborate better with colleagues.

Topics

Windows Vista & Office 2007:
Windows Vista is a breakthrough computing experience that will change the way people use their PCs. It works they way they want it to work. It adapts to users, rather than the other way around. And it dramatically improves access to information, wherever that information is stored. The Microsoft Office 2007 system allows individuals to work together, plan, solve problems and embrace opportunities whether they are on the other side of the cubicle or the world.

Mobile Office Technology & Exchange 2007:
Armed with intelligent handheld devices, mobile employees can reduce paperwork and shrink business process cycle times, reducing overall labor requirements and freeing up valuable time for more productive, profitable activities. Mobility also improves communication and customer satisfaction. Learn how Exchange 2007 in combination with Sprint mobile devices can benefit your bottom line.

Microsoft SharePoint:
Collaboration has become an essential force in the workplace as groups of colleagues work together to solve problems, complete projects, and perform other essential day-to-day business operations. In today’s technology-driven marketplace, collaboration translates into team members working on projects, exchanging documents, and sharing ideas by e-mail or accessing documents on file shares Windows SharePoint Services provides a framework for building collaborative Web sites, making it possible for a company to share information and documents across teams, departments, and large organizations easily and reliably

We will also have computers available for you to try out Vista and Office 2007. These demo units will be available all day for your use. If you are not able to attend the seminar drop in and try it out at your convenience.

Could your office use an IT upgrade? Wouldn't it be great to win an Information Technology Makeover for your company? The Middleton Chamber of Commerce along with Applied Tech, Microsoft and HP are partnering to give one winner an IT Makeover valued at over $20,000! If selected, you'll win the opportunity for Applied Tech to work with you to deploy a technology makeover in your business.

All members of the Middleton Chamber of Commerce are eligible to apply and have the opportunity to win this amazing prize package worth over $20,000!

More details to come

After much ado, Microsoft's newest operating system release in almost five years, Vista became available to business users in November 2006. Vista offers no shortage of visually stunning effects and new features, but these benefits come at a price — namely the need for more powerful and faster PCs. If you are among the many that are considering adopting this new operating system for your small or mid-sized business, there are some important factors you need to consider before you make your decision.

Vista's key benefits
Microsoft developers have built Vista to succeed where previous versions have fallen short. Here are just some of the improvements and features that are part of Vista:

Easier search functionality: Windows Desktop Search enables easier searching, and thumbnail previews of documents allow you to view the contents without opening.

Mobile made easier: If you or your employees routinely make wireless or remote connections, or use handheld devices such as PDAs, then Vista's easy setup and synching functions will save time and enable quick access.

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Microsoft Office Tips and Tricks
Up to speed with Outlook 2007

Take a look at Microsoft Office Outlook 2007, and see how much easier it is to do the things you've always done. Learn how the Ribbon and the Quick Access Toolbar put the commands you need right at your fingertips. You'll see that it's quick and easy to compose and format your message, add attachments, and then send. Tracking tasks, making appointments, scheduling meetings, working with contacts — Outlook 2007 makes it all easier than ever. Watch the demo and get acquainted!

>Change the size or contents of the To-Do Bar
>Customize the Navigation Pane
>Use the Ribbon
>Customize the Quick Access Toolbar
>Attach a file or other item to an e-mail message

SEE DEMO