Computer Associates Inc - Ponderosa

Windows® Server 2003 operating system enables Ponderosa to operate with ease in a network environment widely acknowledged as the industry standard.
Microsoft Vista & AERO compliant software ensures future operating system compliance
Automated Product Configuration reduces costly order-entry errors, prices the order, updates inventory status and schedules the product for the shop—fast and accurately. You can build exterior doors, windows, window units, stair systems and other custom millwork products at the time of order and without pre-defined bills of material.
ODBC (Open Database Connectivity) permits the exporting of data from the Ponderosa building material software and millwork software data base to any number of windows based third party software products resident on client workstations.
Unique Parameterization technique permits the selection of built-in options for finger tip functional customization.
On-Line 'Help' functions offer assistance when you need it.
Full User Profile permits each user to see and access only those items that relate to their individual function.
Management by Exception is a function that highlights in reports and screens, key items which fall outside of acceptable ranges. (i.e., Gross Profit, Discount etc.)
Accurate tracking , retrieving and comparing of data provides information necessary to improve customer service and generate new profits.
Expedient Order Processing is the heart of your business and of the Ponderosa building material software an millwork software system. Ponderosa permits easy entry and recall of all order information. Ponderosa automatically commits and releases inventory while passing direct orders to manufacturers through the automatic purchasing function.
Advanced Quotation System provides a real edge in today's competitive building materials market. Current costing and material availability data enables the generation of on-target pricing. Quotes may be moved directly to order status and easily adjusted based on cost or price changes.
Accurate Costing and Pricing are essential to maintaining a profitable building materials business. The Ponderosa building material software and millwork software system centralizes standard and actual costs so price changes are applied quickly to components, sub assemblies and finished products. BOM roll up allows for quick re-pricing and costing.
FAX Desk permits authorized users to FAX documents directly from their desks.
Generic Forms defines each form format at printing and thus eliminates the need for preprinted forms.
Non Stock Specials permits the sale of non-stock special items and for pre-defined pricing, discounting and reporting. Reports to purchasing and maintains link between PO and SO.
Retail Point of Sale includes full retail module including cash drawer interface, deposit tracking and much more.
Sophisticated Purchasing module features 'Purchase Assist' which calculates average daily usage based on parameters set by the user, Purchase Order Returns and Non-Stock/Direct Purchase Order which pulls non stock special line items from sales order entry into a Purchase order. Ponderosa assists in the quick efficient and accurate ordering of materials. Includes purchase order tracking as well as receipt and invoice matching.
Management Reporting is the heart and soul of any business and this is where the Ponderosa building material software and millwork software system shines. Full reporting is available within all modules with special emphasis on management status and profitability reporting such as SIR Reporting (Sales/Inventory recap), SOBER Inquiry (State of the Branch Effectively Report) GMROI (Gross Margin return on Investment) and many more.