| □ | It can be difficult to implement a complex, multi-featured application all at once. |
| • | But because MKMS is a modular system, it allows for a much simpler, step-by-step, implementation |
| □ | This modular system design allows your users to implement each portion of the total system in the order they desire. |
| • | Each module acts like a stand-alone program until a new module is started that will share its information. |
| • | Having the ability to start up in an orderly, step by step process makes implementation easier and less intimidating. |
| • | Any data entered, that would be needed in another module later, will automatically be there and shared with that module when that new module is started. |
| • | More than one module may be implemented at the same time by more than one person (or department), if required. |
Each Module has its own setup procedure, but they all follow these same basic steps:
| □ | Read the module's Overview section. |
| • | Complete the User Options specified for that module. |
| • | Complete any other Maintenance Menu items specified for that module. |
| • | Some modules share the same information so once it is entered, all applicable modules can share that information. |
| • | However, as you enter the data for the module's Maintenance Menu items, keep in mind there may be parts of the Data Entry Form that should be completed by others. |
| • | If this is the case, that information will be provided in the Help Files for that module. |
| • | Each of these module's Overview information will explain what information on the Employees Form is required to support and use each module. |
| □ | Enter the key records that control the module: |
| □ | Often additional start-up information must be entered. Typical examples would be: |
| □ | Review the Daily and/or Periodic procedures that enable you to get the greatest benefit from each module. |
| • | Daily and Periodic Procedures are available for most modules - here are several to look at: |
| • | It is very important to establish a specific schedule for how and when you will do them. |
| • | There may be multiple ways to accomplish basically the same process (how you will manage past due collections, when you will bill recurring revenue and how detailed you want the Subscriber's Invoice, whether you allocate Receipts manually or allow the system to do it automatically, etc.). |
| • | So experiment a little as you become more familiar with the processes. |
| • | Decide what method you will use based on your understanding of your business's requirements. |
