Frequently Asked Questions

What does it cost?

• ShutterPro® is licensed under a "Usage" or "Purchase" agreement. Under the Usage agreement, the cost is several cents per square feet of panels manufactured using the software. (On a square foot basis, that is equivalent to the cost of magnetic catches, or less than the cost of louver pins)  Large volume manufacturers can greatly reduce their cost through a Purchase agreement (unlimited usage).

What is the rationale behind the "Usage" agreement?

• The Usage Agreement allows smaller companies to boost their profits immediately by avoiding the capital investment of a Purchase Agreement.  Essentially, we partner with our clients to improve their productivity and eliminate errors. The more they use the software, the more they save.  We receive a small, fixed percentage of those savings, while our clients enjoy a substantial and immediate return on their software expense.    

If we start with a "Usage" agreement, can we switch to a "Purchase" agreement later?

• Yes, at any time. In fact, you can start with a Usage agreement and apply 100% of your initial payment(s) toward the Purchase if you do so within six months. We don't mind proving ourselves and our product before you make the commitment to purchase.

Can you send us more information?

• Yes. We offer a  booklet that outlines the features and benefits in detail. Click here to request a booklet.

Do you have a demo version?

• No, something better! Through the use of gotomypc.com®, we can invite you into our demo computer for a guided tour. Fax us one of your orders and we'll show you how easy it is to use, and what the reports look like. Contact us for a demonstration.

How many companies are using ShutterPro®?

• Contact us for a current usage information..

We have developed cut lists that we find very effective in our shop. Do we have to change to use ShutterPro®?

• No. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." We can simply automate the same reports you have been doing by hand. Though we have the expertise to suggest improvements, you are the judge of what works the best.

What kind of a computer system do I need?

• ShutterPro® is a true 32-bit Windows application incorporating an extensive use of graphics. As such, we recommend 300 MHz Pentium II or faster, 17" monitor or larger, laser printer capable of at least 8 pages per minute.

What about accounting?

• ShutterPro® handles Pricing, Bill-Of-Materials Costing, Quotes, Contracts, complete Inventory Control, Purchase Orders, Invoicing, and now with QuickBooks Pro®, Receivables.  Our new "real-time" fully automatic integration makes QuickBooks a seamless extension of ShutterPro®. Integration with accounting packages such as Mas90 is also available.

Will you send someone to our company to help get us started?

• Yes. However, due to the experience gained in visits to scores of our clients, substantial "ease of use" improvements in the software have made on-site visits less mandatory. Though we do not charge for our time on-site, many of our new clients have avoided paying our travel expenses by using gotomypc.com® to create "virtual" training, configuration and customization sessions by phone. 

When do you recommend an on-site visit?

• On-site visits are helpful when the company is larger (more people need to be trained and involved in the installation and setup) or older (there are long-established systems and procedures that may require customized output or other adjustments to fully implement the software).