Q1 2010 ASCENTIS eNEWSLETTER

Moving to Software-as-a-Service (Cloud Computing)
by Les Goldstein, CEO, Ascentis

Over the past decade, the business community has undergone a major change in the selection process of business solutions (like Ascentis) to meet their requirements. Traditional applications were developed either in-house or by a third party while almost always residing on the end-user’s premises. This traditional on-premise software was obtained through purchasing a license from the vendor, making the buyer responsible for hardware costs, third-party software license fees, glass house footprint, power, and operating support associated with keeping the system running effectively.

With the advent and acceptance of cloud computing, it has become possible to have these applications accessible on a remote server while requiring only an Internet connection. This eliminates all previously mentioned support costs and has the added benefit of making upgrades virtually seamless. Ascentis has a state-of-the-art SAS70 Type II certified datacenter with a proven track record of system reliability and security, ensuring Ascentis solutions are available whenever you need them. Like many companies today, Ascentis offers our licensed clients the opportunity to easily convert from license to SaaS and accrue the benefits associated with this more cost effective mode of operation.

Please feel free to contact your account manager or customer service representative to more fully discuss this exciting opportunity.

As always I want to thank you for your business and, most importantly, the opportunity to work hard to continue to earn your loyalty. We want to be your best partner.

Announcing Ascentis HR V8.0.1
New Features and Enhancements

Ascentis HR V8.0.1 introduces Ascentis Manager Self-Service (MSS) and with that a new look for self-service. Employee Manager has increased functionality, including I-9 and W-4 compliance modifications, and resolutions to maintenance issues in previous versions. Click here to download the new version from the Ascentis Web site.

Available as an additional module, MSS offers full workflow capabilities that include the ability to define flexible, customizable approval processes while automating e-mail communications. Ascentis MSS features a new intuitive look and feel that enables managers to access data quickly and easily. Integrated with Ascentis HR’s role-based security, managers can access employees’ personal, employment, job, compensation, and leave information.

Stay in Compliance

In accordance with recent USCIS changes to the I-9 form, Ascentis HR v8.0.1 now offers the following citizenship choices: U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, Permanent Resident, Alien allowed to work, Other, Not Applicable. Additionally, HR Alerts now contain the most recent versions of the I-9 and W-4 forms so that new hires and employees required to submit a new W-4 are in compliance with 2010 regulations.

Enhanced Benefits Browsing

Employee Manager now features persistent search selections when viewing enrollment information. The benefit plan selection will persist when viewing different enrollment history records for any employee, allowing users to view an employee’s entire enrollment situation easily.

For more information about Ascentis HR V8.0.1, contact your account manager.

Win a $500 Amazon.com Gift Card or Ascentis HR or Payroll Product Training

We know our best 'advertising' is a recommendation from our customers. Now, your recommendations can help Ascentis help other companies find a great HRIS and payroll solution, AND help yourself too!

If you refer a friend or colleague to Ascentis products and services, upon close of a sale you will receive your choice of a $500 Amazon.com gift card or an Ascentis training class (if your company policy prevents you from receiving gifts, we will donate $500 in your name to the charity of your choice). Make sure your referral lets us know that it was you who pointed them in our direction so you get credit for the sale. Please contact your Ascentis account manager if you have any questions.

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