Multi Location Breakthrough!!! (PDF Document)
Multi-Site Real-Time Breakthrough Round Table Discussion (PDF Document)

VIGILANT & LINUX

The linux operating system is rapidly becoming a popular alternative to Microsoft Windows and Novell. Unlike these two operating systems, Linux does not require excessive disk space and memory. Not only that but is extremely cost efficient as well!

MULTI LOCATION BREAKTHROUGH!!

Real time access, posting and reporting for your multi-site! Use the speed, reliability and stability of VIGILANT and Linux.

Business is "survival of the quickest". With the immediate access to information, Vigilant and Linux provide the quickness to survive with:

Information is immediate and always current- No Batch updating!
Locations can communicate over the internet, phones lines or network cabling- or a combination of all!
Data and programs reside on one central computer for one administrative mode. Upgrade all locations at once with no extra time or travel required, no matter how many locations and where they are!
No Multi-Site polling limitations that control who does what and where
Continue to use those familiar Microsoft Office products concurrently with their Vigilant for Linux
Give your clients the ability to use a mouse on Vigilant menus and take advantage of the new GUI for Linux/Windows workstations!

Technical advantages:

Linux is stable, cost efficient and using our Vigilant ready configuration, Vigilant posting is extremely fast,
VIGILANT Ready configuration takes full advantage of Linux's data manipulation and RAM efficiency.

Current Vigilant Multi-Site Polling users that are current with their Software Maintenance and Support Plan are eligible for a rebate on their current software towards the purchase of Vigilant Multi-Site Real-Time breakthrough software. The only investment required is the cost of a $199.00 terminal emulator for each workstation and installation and setup fees. This offer is valid until June 30, 2001.

A word of caution: Please ensure Linux compatibility with your hardware before performing any downloads. A list of compatible hardware can be found at www.linux.com.

Vigilant for Linux Pricing

Effective September 15, 2000

Multi-site enviroments:
Corporate office or first site:
$4377 POS or SO Inventory Control & Accounting 3 users
$199 each additional user (no lease option)
$370 add-ons
$690 SRP year 2

Second and subsequent sites:
$3633 POS or SO Inventory Control & Accounting 2 users
$199 each additional user (no lease option)
$370 add-ons
$590 SRP year 2

Existing MSP customers conversion pricing:
Software Maintenance Contract
$199 per seat GUI interface
** Lease amouns shown for ROI purposes, may not reflect actual costs.

Non multi-site enviroments:
Single User:
$2340 POS or SO Inventory Control and Accounting no GUI
$2539 POS or SO Inventory Control and Accounting GUI interface one seat
$370 Add-ons
$295 Software Maintenance Contract year 2
$75 Software Maintenance Contract each add-on year 2

LAN Version:
$3040 POS or SO Inventory Control and Accounting no GUI
$3438 POS or SO Inventory Control and Accounting 2 users GUI
$199 each additional user GUI
$370 Add-ons
$395 Software Maintenance Contract year 2
$75 Software Maintenance Contract add-ons year 2

Existing non multi-site customer conversion pricing:
Software Maintenance Contract
$1150 Site License
$199 per seat GUI
Note: Software Maintenance Contract per price list for the Vigilant products currently installed.

Appendix A - Linux Resources

Linux Frequently Asked Questions with Answers
URL: http://www.linuxdoc.org/FAQ/Linux-FAQ.html

Linux Online
Information on numerous topics from hardware to training. Excellent site for general information or specific topics.
URL:http://www.linux.org

Linux.com
URL:http://www.linux.com

Linux Business
Case Studies
URL: http://www.linuxbusiness.com

Linux Mall
URL: http://www.linuxmall.com

Linux Users Groups
URL: http://www.linuxlinks.com/UserGroups/

Caldera OpenLinux
URL: http://www.calderasystems.com

Magazine - Linux Journal
(print and online publication with technical articles, business stories, product reviews and Linux news)
Available at Chapters in the Computer Magazines section.
P.O. Box 55549
Seattle, WA 98155-0549
Phone: 888-66-LINUX (subscriptions) URL: http://www.linuxjournal.com