Auto Shop Writer 9.34.20 has been posted to the server, and will auto update on your computer. Here are a few key things to know:
1) IF you did not update the data files in Datamanager in accordance with the URGENT notice we posted to the bulletin system last week, your system will upgrade, but not run. You will need to go to your server, and run Datamanager. You will need to post where the backup is to be stored, let it then update the files, and sign in to Datamanager. At that point, go to Files – Index. Select All and press the Index button. You are now ready to go to work.
2) This version has been shop tested full time during its development. At this time we see no problems. If you encounter any issues, IMMEDIATELY email them to support@masterlinksoftware.com. You can also use the Email Support option in ASW. Please provide a detailed explanation of what you were doing and what happened.
3) This version includes many new features. They are all documented in the manual. One of them is the “Post Service Checklist”. This is completely user definable. However, if you want to start with our list, and build it out from there, please email support@masterlinksoftware.com and request the checklist. We will send you a zip file by return email that you can open in the \ASW9s folder. The files are available NOW.
4) For a list of features added in this release, select Version Notes from the Help menu in ASW.
5) New 3rd party integrations are included in this version, and more will be activated in the coming weeks. You can find out about these at the www.AutoShopWriter.com website.
6) If you visit our site, you will notice some shops actually sent us a review and photo, and now they have their own pages on our site. We will be linking these to your shop site which should help enhance your rankings. We want to drive business your way.
7) Finally, to receive this upgrade, your DPP fees must be current.
Problems ? Please email. You will receive a written response, usually within minutes.