We will start releasing our next version of Sage 100 Contractor 2016 v20.1 SQL in the Spring of 2016. In the meantime, we are on target to start phase 2 of our controlled release on March 7, 2016. We are inviting you to get a sneak peek of this exciting new release and take part in the controlled release. If you choose to participate, you will receive the pre-release version of Sage 100 Contractor v20.1, be able to start using the new features and enhancements, and be asked to provide feedback and suggestions related to your company's use of the new version.

For an opportunity to participate, please complete the survey using the link at the bottom of this post by Feb. 24, 2016. After completing the survey, watch for an email for more details about the program.

Highlights of the upcoming Sage 100 Contractor SQL v20.1 include:

     -  Sage 100 Contractor Database Administrator

     -  Visual FoxPro/Flat File DB structure has been replaced with a SQL platform

If you agree to be a participant in the Sage 100 Contractor SQL v20.1 controlled release program, please note the following requirements:

     -  A signed controlled release agreement.

     -  Internet access to receive downloadable upgrades.

     -  Must be on version 19.7 to upgrade.

     -  Time to explore new features and enhancements.

     -  Time to provide feedback through surveys for 4 weeks, ~10-15 minutes each week.

     -  Time to discuss your feedback with Sage, if further clarification is needed.

     -  Time to perform tasks to test the new features using a copy of your data and provide feedback. Approximately 45 minutes each week.

     -  Time to attend two live training sessions and optionally, 2 live Q&A session in between. Kick-off session is 2 hours, wrap up session is 1 hour, and Q&A sessions are 30 minutes each. 

     -  Willingness to go live with the new version before the end of the Controlled Release.

   
Note: Live training sessions will be scheduled for Monday's at 9 AM Pacific and recorded for those who cannot make the live session.

Complete the survey to provide basic information about your company and show that you are interested in participating: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/S100C_CR_Phase2

Thank you!