Ugrading to new versions in ACCPAC

[dbant2003]

My boss asked what this tek-tips group has to offer on this subject. We are wondering what is the necessary steps required to do an update and what needs to be done to test it to ensure that it is correct. Is this something that can be automated via a form of a script and if so could someone provide us with a working script slash procedure. IT department is very busy with the upgrading of our network and computer systems that we are falling behind in providing updates to the software. We would ideally like to start looking at 5.4 upgrades especially AR so that the statement issue we have is solved. We are Using ACCPAC Advantage Series modules AR, AP, GL, OE, IC, PO in 5.2A except for Bank Services which is 5.2B. We are also using SQL.

The Finance Department would like to investigate what is involved in doing this. Any suggestions would be appreciated greatly. Thank you in advance.

 

[ettienne]

My first suggestion is to get an Accpac business partner to do the upgrade. You will save time (which = money) and frustration.
The steps to upgrade are: 1) make backups, 2) install the new software and 3) activate the new modules.
You can read the PDF manuals that come on the CD, they provide full instructions on installing and upgrading, and whats new.