EHTC Technology Solutions

Project

Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Echelbarger, Himebaugh, Tamm & Co., P.C. (EHTC), utilized the Wizard X4 Productivity Suite™ to help client Model Die & Mold, Inc. update systems and software with Microsoft Dynamics™ SL. Wizard X4 helped automate the implementation and ensured smooth importing of legacy records.

Challenge

EHTC needed to get Model Die & Mold to cruising altitude on a cost-effective Microsoft Dynamics SL implementation.

“To be timely and cost-effective, we needed to find software that expedited the implementation of SL modules and facilitated importing of general ledger data,” says David Echelbarger, EHTC President. The challenge was compounded by the need to adhere to strict budget boundaries while developing a solution that would substantially enhance productivity — and therefore profitability — going forward.

Solution

Wizard X4 Productivity Suite™ enabled a smooth takeoff and use of ‘automatic pilot’ to expedite processes.

“We recognized that the Wizard X4 Productivity Suite™ could enable Model Die & Mold to assist in the implementation,” adds Echelbarger. “Historically, our business model has been to partner with clients. This solution enabled us work hand in hand with Model Die, and efficiently achieve successful implementation on a strict budget.”

The iConsultant® automated process guided proper loading and SQL configuration of the SL modules while ConvertMSTR™ helped edit, convert and import legacy general ledger transaction data-including Chart of Accounts, Customer & Vendor Master Records and GL Historic Transactions — into the new system.

Results for Client

Fast ascent and ROI without sacrificing economy.

Wizard Productivity Suite let Model Die & Mold. help with the implementation by answering the iConsultant® structured series of questions and following examples and recommendations for configuration of the new Solomon modules.
Wizard X4 provided Model Die & Mold visibility and access to sensitive, critical legacy data-reducing the cost and time of future data analysis and reporting.
EHTC successfully implemented the new Microsoft Dynamics SL modules in 55 hours of consulting time, including 20 hours of custom report writing. This enabled staying within strict budget constraints.
Wizard X4 helped Model Die achieve efficiency and profit improvement goals.

Benefits to Partners

Sky-high competitive edge. Smoother flight. On-time landing.

Increased customer satisfaction.
Ability to compete for contracts that otherwise would be rejected because of cost.
Enables consultants to provide highest-value services while staying within budget.
Flexibility to manage implementation without getting bogged down in routine details.
Helps ensure “going live” on time.
Enables consulting firms to do more with fewer people.
Makes a strong sales case to the Microsoft Partner client in two ways: 1) saves money, time, and sanity upfront; 2) leads to higher productivity and profits post-deployment.
Promotes collaborative interaction between Microsoft Partner and client-instead of one party shouldering the vast majority of the responsibility. This collaborative, highly cost-effective model lights the runway to future
Wizard Productivity Systems, LP's comprehensive support backs up consultant’s systems, policies and procedures-elements key to safe and successful flight.

About EHTC

Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Echelbarger, Himebaugh, Tamm & Co., P.C. (EHTC), offers tax, accounting, technology solutions, personal planning, and management advisory services to mid-market businesses, service organizations and individuals.

About Model Die & Mold, Inc.

Model Die & Mold, Inc., is a Grand Rapids, Michigan-based manufacturer of high quality molds and specialty dies. Founded in 1966, the company has grown from a 1200 square-foot garage and two employees to a 65,000 square-foot facility with 60 full time employees. The firm selected Microsoft Dynamics SL System Manager, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Purchasing, Inventory, Project Controller, and Allocator modules.

Client Quotes

“The Wizard X4 Productivity Suite™ saved us hours in implementation costs and reduced the total cost by roughly 30%. Wizard's offerings helped us choose the ‘right’ system for our needs and enabled us to rapidly realize the benefits of our new Microsoft Dynamics SL system.”

Karen Crawford
Accounting Manager, Model Die & Mold, Inc.

"Because of budget constraints, without Wizard X4 this customer would not have been able to get the best solution for their needs. Wizard Productivity Systems helped us have a satisfied customer."

David Echelbarger
President, EHTC

About Wizard X4 Productivity Suite™

Wizard X4 Productivity Suite™ automates Microsoft Dynamics setup with a user-friendly, intuitive Q&A approach. Created by Wizard Productivity Systems, LPTM leading software implementation/automation innovator, X4 features four integrated components: iConsultant® provides the Q&A to configure the system; ConvertMSTR™ accelerates analysis, mapping and importing of data from any legacy system; Config-TRKR provides an automatic documentation audit trail; Experienced X4 consultants advise about design and implementation issues.