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Juanita Potgieter2 min read

MYOB Acumatica: Spring Release 2024.1 Field Services

MYOB has introduced a remarkable suite of new features in the 2024.1 Spring Release. This blog will delve into the latest enhancements and functionalities for the MYOB Acumatica Field Services Edition.

Reverse Service Invoice Feature

Introducing a new feature to streamline and simplify the reverse invoice process.

Previously, the credit and re-invoicing procedure required users to execute numerous precise manual steps, making it a cumbersome and challenging task.

With the MYOB Acumatica 2024.1 release, a streamlined process now features a straightforward reverse invoice function. This function automatically generates a credit memo with the correct selection of lines and applies it to the invoice, allowing the appointment to be reopened and ready for re-billing.

The key benefits of this feature include:

  • Automatic Credit Memo Creation: Automatically generates a credit memo with the original invoice details, ensuring accuracy.
  • Error Reduction: Minimizes errors by automating the credit memo creation and pre-filling it with original invoice details.
  • Enhanced Workflow: Maintains a smooth workflow by allowing the original sales invoice to be canceled and the associated service order or appointment to be re-billed.
  • Consistency and Reliability: Ensures all original invoice lines are included in the credit memo, enhancing the reliability of the reversal process.

 
Optimsed Retrieval of a Billing Cycle

Enhanced efficiency, flexibility, and accuracy in managing billing cycles.

Previously, customers had to handle billing cycles manually, a process that was both labor-intensive and prone to errors. They relied on less integrated methods, such as external spreadsheets or manual entries, which led to inefficiencies and a higher likelihood of discrepancies. The new feature addresses these issues by offering a structured and integrated approach to optimize the retrieval and management of billing cycles within the MYOB Acumatica system.

The key benefits of this feature include:

  • Improved System Performance: The streamlined process enhances system performance by removing the need for complex logic to determine the appropriate billing cycle, thereby reducing system load.
  • Flexibility: The system can adapt to various billing settings. If the "Manage Multiple Billing Options for Customer" checkbox is selected, the system uses the billing cycle associated with the relevant service order type. If the checkbox is cleared, the system uses the billing cycle specified for the customer.
  • Consistency and Reliability: Ensures that billing cycles are applied uniformly across all service orders and appointments, improving the reliability of the billing process.

 

The MYOB Acumatica 2024.1 Spring Release brings significant advancements to the Field Services Edition, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and reliability in key operational areas. The introduction of the Reverse Service Invoice feature and the optimized retrieval of billing cycles are just a few examples of how MYOB continues to innovate and support businesses in streamlining their processes. By automating complex tasks and reducing manual errors, these new features empower your team to focus on delivering exceptional service to your customers.

For a deeper dive into how these updates can benefit your specific operations, explore our other blogs covering Finance, Sales and Customer Management, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Production, Field Services, and Platform Enhancements.

Additionally, you can access the full release notes here for a complete overview of all the new features and improvements.

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Juanita Potgieter

With over 20 years’ experience in various marketing and business development fields, Juanita is an action-oriented individual with a proven track record of creating marketing initiatives and managing new product development to drive growth. Prior to joining Verde, Juanita worked within strategic business development and marketing management roles at several international companies. Juanita is certified in both MYOB Acumatica and Oracle NetSuite.

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