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This program is a demo version of the C & D MANAGEMENT SYSTEM with all
the features active as in the for sale version of the program. The
limitations on this demo are that only 8 customers and 8 distributors
can be entered into the database.
This particular demo is set up for Independent Herbalife distributors
but will work for all types of (MLM - Multi Level Marketing) businesses.
The program can be customized to meet the needs for any type of MLM or
sales business. The author WELCOMES any input to make the program
specific to a particular business.
This demo will help you evaluate your decision to purchase this program.
Based on all of the testimonials of satisifed users this program will
keep you organized so your business will run more efficiently.
To Order the program
Suggest Changes or
Ask Questions
EMAIL The author at screen name HootSails or call (609) 393-0772.
Note: It is very important that your CONFIG.SYS file contain the following
two lines FILES=40 and BUFFERS=40. The number for files and buffers
may be greater than 40 but no less.
Printing the Manual
===================
FROM DOS: Type CD C:\HLDEMO then Enter. Next type PMANUAL then Enter and
follow the screen prompts.
WINDOWS: Click the File|Run option from the Windows Program Manager menu.
Type in the command line box C:\HLDEMO\PMANUAL then click OK
and follow the screen prompts.
DIRECTORIES
===========
One directory is placed in the root directory on the hard drive
during the installation process HLDEMO. HLDEMO has two sub directories
CFG and WORKSHOP. In order for the C&D Management System to run
properly these directories and the files in them must remain intact.
HLDEMO is the main working directory of the program. The CFG and WORKSHOP
directories are sub-systems and support the main program.
RUNNING UNDER WINDOWS
=====================
The C&D Management System is designed to take advantage of Microsoft
Windows protected mode environment and runs best when Windows is running
in 386 enhanced mode. All the files you need to run within Windows are
copied to the HLDEMO directory during installation including a program icon.
To set Windows up to run the program,
1. From within the program manager select by double clicking the
program group where you want the program to be located (i.e.,MAIN).
2. Click File|New from the Windows Program Manager menu.
3. Select PROGRAM ITEM from the Program Object window and click OK.
4. In the PROGRAM ITEM PROPERTIES window fill in the boxes with the following.
DESCRIPTION: Herbalife or (your own program name.)
COMMAND LINE:C:\HLDEMO\HERBLIFE.PIF
DIRECTORY: C:\HLDEMO
5. Click OK when completed and the program will be installed in windows.
A generic DOS ICON will represent the program. You may change the ICON
to the one provided by following the instructions below.
To change the DOS icon to the C&D Management System icon.
=========================================================
1. Highlight the Herbalife program by clicking once on the DOS icon
that represents the program.
2. From the Program Manager menu, choose File|Properties.
3. In the PROGRAM ITEM PROPERTIES window that appears, choose Change Icon.
4. Click OK in the Change Icon Warning window.
5. In the File Name box type C:\HLDEMO\CARDFILE.ICO
6. Choose the OK button of the Change Icon dialog box and a card file
box will appear as the current ICON. Click OK again.
7. Choose the OK button of the Properties dialog box and the new icon
will be placed in the selected program group.
To start the program in Windows double click the icon or choose File|Run
from the Program Manager menu and type C:\HLDEMO\PDOXRUN HERBAL in the
Command Line Box and click OK.
STARTING THE PROGRAM FROM DOS
=============================
1. At the C:> prompt type CD\HLDEMO.
2. Type PDOXRUN HERBAL.
3. Press Enter.
MOVING AROUND MENUS AND RECORDS
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ARROW KEYS When starting up the C&D Management System, the first
thing that appears on the screen is the main menu. Use the right
and left Arrows on the keyboard to highlight and move from one
option to another while in the Main Menu. An option can be selected
by pressing the first letter of the word describing the option or by
clicking the mouse on any portion of the highlighted option. Some
options will cause a sub menu to appear. Use the up and down Arrows
on the keyboard to select any one of these additional options.
To activate the option, press Enter or Click on it with the mouse.
TAB KEY When in an option, use the Arrow or Tab key to move from one
field to another. The Tab key will jump the cursor from one field to another.
ENTER The enter key activates a command. When moving between values
on a form, use Arrows, Tab or press Enter after entering data.
F4 Key To move the cursor through all boxes on a page, press the F4 key
repeatedly.
PAGE UP AND PAGE DOWN Some records will have multiple pages. Use the
Page Up and Page Down keys to move from page to page. To move between
field values on a form use the Arrows, Tab or press Enter after entering
data. To move from box to box on a form, use the F4 key.
DIALOG BOX When in an option, a dialog box may appear. Dialog box
refers to a small window which pops open in the center of the screen
containing one or more questions which must be answered in order to
continue on with the options.
ESC KEY Esc is short for escape. This key can be used to leave any
screen or menu. Using Esc to exit a screen or menu does not saves changes
made in data. Saving work is a separate step from exiting. See Save
Function - F2 for further explanation.
SAVE FUNCTION - F2 - DO IT! It is important to save all the new data and
changes entered into the records. The save function is critical to
maintaining accurate, updated records. If a work session with the C&D
Management System is interrupted before all work is finished, save the
work that's been completed. Press F2 or Click on DO IT! All work is then
saved and the Main Menu will appear on the screen again.
QUICK KEY REFERENCE
===================
Alt-D Enters present date in a date field.
Alt-F5 Field View. Use this command to correct data entries.
Alt-Z Prompts the system to look for the next record that matches the
value enered in the ZOOM feature.
Ctrl Backspace Erases entire field value.
Ctrl-Break Stops the current task and returns the system to the
previous operation.
Ctrl-Z Starts the ZOOM feature. Use this command to look
for specific records.
End Prompts the system to go to the last record in a table.
Enter Executes the beginning or end of a specific command.
Esc Prompts the system to go back one menu level from the
current menu level.
F2 Save command. After save system will return to the Main Menu.
F4 Moves cursor from one data box to another in all data entry screens.
Home Prompts the system to move to the first record in a table.
Page Up Prompts the system to move up one record in a table.
Page Down Prompts the system to move down one record in a table.
Tab Moves cursor from field to field in all data entry screens
and dialog boxes.
CARDS
======
Cards are electronic index cards that contain personal information
on a customer or distributor. On Page 2 of each card is a area
where you may record your follow up notes. Use the Page Up and Page
Down keys to scan all the information on any given card. To change
any information, move to the correct field and enter the new data.
The most important information on the Customer Card is the Next Date
to Contact Field. This field is used in conjunction with the FollowUp
option to identify which customers are to receive a follow-up call on a
specific day.
To enter a new customer or distributor press the End key then the
Page Down key to get to a blank form. The demo database will hold
8 customers and 8 distributors.
FOLLOWUP
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The FollowUp procedure sorts through all Customer & Distributor Cards
and compiles a list of individuals scheduled for a follow-up call.
The program will also note the best time to place the call,
(i.e., morning, mid-day or evening) and the total number of calls to be
made during each time frame. In the sorting process, the program uses
a date to match the date entered in the Next Time To Contact field on
the Customers or Distributors card. Distributors may also be followed
up by line and level, (i.e.,SUPERVISORS 1ST LINE). Once a match is made,
the program automatically places the customer's name on a FollowUp List.
This list can be viewed in two ways, either on the PC screen or the
information can be printed out on paper. The printed list is not as
detailed as the screen list. The customer notes are only listed for the
last 30 days from the follow up date in the print out.
LABELS
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Labels can be printed for Customers, Distributors or Miscellaneous
Names using this option. Use 3 1/2" x 15/16" pin feed label stock
or 1" x 2 5/8" 30 labels per sheet (like AVERY 5261). Make sure the
label sheets are inserted in the printer in the correct way before
starting the Label Option. On most printers there is an adjustment
for the thickness of paper. Consult the printer manual for the
correct setting.
REPORTS
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The Reports option will search and summarize specific information on
your customers, distributors and product sold. There are three sub menu
selections under Reports, Customers, Distributors and Product Sold.
There are three reports that run under customers and four under
distributors. Product Sold will help you keep track of your inventory
and volume for any given period.
INVOICES
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The Invoice option is designed to prepare an invoice for customers
and distributors. Customer invoice numbers begin at 1000 and are
automatically assigned in sequence by the system. Distributor
invoice number begin at 5000 and also are automatically assigned.
Invoice totals are calculated automatically including packaging/handling,
tax and the various discounts given to distributors at all levels. Once
an invoice for a customer or distributor has been prepared it can be
edited or printed at any time. Another feature of this option is that
it will track distributor volumes and maintain a product and pricing
list of all available HERBALIFE products.
UTILITIES
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The Utilities option in the program is designed to help in the
management of the customer and distributor database. By using
Utilities the tasks of backing-up, restoring, repairing and archiving
records can be done easily. In addition, Utilities also has several
convenience options which allow for printing of customer and distributor
address books and maintaining a miscellaneous card file on individuals
who do not fit into the customer or distributor categories. The sub menu
selections under Utilities contains the following options: Misc. Names,
Distributor Address Book, Customer Address Book, Repair Tables,
File Management, System Variables and Program Updates. There is an
additional sub menu under File Management.