The KISS Business Accounting System is designed to run on DOS Versions 3.1 or
higher. KISS also runs as a MsDos task under Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP. The
Network version will run on Win 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP, Novell or any NetBios compatible
equivalent. For networking, locking is at the record level allowing file
sharing for multiple users.
Disk space requiremets for programs are 1-4Mb
depending on the number of applications. Data file space varys according to
user requirements but 10-40Mb available is usually sufficient for most users.
Programs require only the memory used for a MSDOS task.
Requirements for printing are any 80 column (or more) printer with
condensed print capability. Printers may be dot matrix continous feed
(Epson compatible), or any
inkjet or laser printers that have DOS drivers and are LaserJet III or IV
compatible. A mouse is not used.
The KISS system uses easy to read menus, allowing highlighting or keying the
desired options. More specific prompts are requested at the bottom of the
screen with all possible answers displayed. All master screens such as the
customer master, vendor master, etc., are displayed as full screens, with data
entry/editing done in place at the field location on the screen. Use of the
edit and arrow keys are provided.
One of the most powerful features is the 'List to the Screen' option used
throughout the system whenever a prompt requires an answer that is in a table
or master file, such as a vendor number, G/L account number, or a part number.
This feature allows starting in the middle of the list, and also searching for
specific data such as a partial description or name. Selected items are
displayed as a list on the screen, allowing the operator to highlight the
desired line for selection.
The KISS accounting applications are General Ledger, Accounts Payable,
Accounts Receivable, and the Multi-state Payroll. Also Inventory with B/M,
Order Entry/Invoicing with optional Point of Sale, Purchase Orders, Job Cost,
Crop Cost, and Mailing Lists are also available. All applications will run
standalone, or integrate in any combination. All cross-application posting is
performed on line at the time of the operation, except for O/E which batch
posts the G/L. Job Cost and Crop Cost are also batched posted.
A Report Writer module is furnished with each system. It provides for economical
customized reports written by KISS Development. It has a Quick Report
feature that allows the user to run reports on any master or transaction file.
It is utilized by selecting the desired file, then selecting the fields to
print from a displayed layout. Comprehensive selection and sorting on any
field in the file may also be specified.
Each system is provided with a Utilities module containing file management
routines, backup and restore option, a file checker/fixer and a text editor.
Other standard features include a Password Security system, Hot Key DOS
commands, Hot Key printer commands, a Hot Key on-screen calculator, a Reminder
system for anniversaries and appointments, and a loan amortization program.