Clearview South September 2013 - Issue 142 | Page 72

installersupport DOWNLOAD the LATEST DOOR BUILDER Door Builder, the leading edge, screen-based software for designing and ordering Apeer door entrance systems, has been fully updated to include all the new MODO and Diamond Doors collections and latest prices. An invaluable tool for fabricators, Door Builder was first launched four years ago and has been constantly refined and developed to become the most effective system of its kind, capable of providing a fast-track order direct to Apeer’s processing team. Said Apeer marketing manager Linda Tomb: “To be certain they are using the very latest version we are advising all our customers to download the latest version. “Some 55% of our weekly orders now come through electronically as it simplifies the ordering process, automatically checks for omissions and is also an excellent selling tool. End-users love being able to see how their new door or entrance system will look and the way they can easily adjust their choice of accessories or locks and so on, and see exactly what it is costing them as they go along.” “We’ve also added a new feature, which is essentially a simplified version of the trade software, aimed at end-users.” For more information contact Apeer on 08456 729333, email: [email protected], www.apeer.co.uk Change orders online with instant confirmation Virtual 24-7 sales person launched NEVER phones in sick, never takes a holiday, works 24 hours a day and 365 days a week for around one pound a day. Digital specialist, The Consultancy, has developed what it believes will be a tool akin to having an additional member of the sales force. www.theglazingvault.com is already proving a big hit with window and door firms, allowing them to choose their own low-cost website, built specifically for the industry, but individualised by each firm. Now The Glazing Vault has launched a window designer that allows people to choose the exact specifications of their windows online and place an order at any time. The Consultancy Director Richie Thornton, explained: “They say the best businesses are the ones that make you money while you sleep. The casement windows designer we have developed means that you can be selling windows 24 hours a day, allowing your customers to order their own windows after you clock off for the day.” The casement window designer can be added to any existing websites and The Glazing Vault will be rolling out a number of other designers including sliding sash windows, bi-folds and garage doors. Visit www.theglazingvault.com, or contact The Consultancy on [phone]. Door-Stop’s latest service innovation means installers can change their order online as many times as they like. There’s a link on every order confirmation they get so with one click customers can go straight to the order they need to change. Nick Dutton, Managing Director of Door-Stop explains: “It’s a deceptively powerful tool, which will make our customers’ lives that much easier. Every tweak generates an instant new order confirmation, clearly showing what has been amended, including any resulting changes to the delivery dates or price. Installers aren’t left having to wonder if their message for a change has been received, if it was in time, or even if it was possible. Feedback from customers who have used it already is 100% positive.” Many homeowners request last minute changes to their orders – different glass styles, handles etc - but if the installer makes these by phone or email it can be difficult to track the amends. The new facility virtually eliminates human error too - there’s no translating someone’s dodgy handwriting or inputting the wrong numbers, as you can’t order a door that can’t be made. Visit www.door-stop.co.uk or follow Door-Stop on Twitter @doorstopdoors. 72 SEP 2013 To read more, visit www.clearview-uk.com