What is NIMS?
Newsprint Inventory Management System. NIMS provides a well-structured environment for tracking of rolls in inventory every step of the way. More than 30 reports are available to analyze production, suppliers, and profits.


Does NIMS have different options available?
Standalone
This version supports a single user at a time on the database. More than one user can be set up for the database. Only one user at a time can access the database.

Network
NIMS supports up to 20 users with the Network version. Each user loads the client portion of the program, and the database is placed on a network server. Full record level, optimistic locking is implemented automatically.


Which version is best for me?
NIMS provides a variety of options to fit any company's inventory needs. Both single and Network versions are available. The network version supports up to twenty users. A source code version is also available, for customers who are familiar with the MS access programming environment and would like to further customize NIMS to their own company preferences.


What are NIMS technical requirements?
Processor: Intel Pentium 1 GHz or faster
Memory: 256mb RAM or greater
Hard disk: 500mb of available hard-disk space
Drive: CD-ROM or DVD drive
Display: Super VGA (800 x 600) or higher-resolution monitor
Operating system: Microsoft Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 (SP3), Windows XP or later


How much does NIMS cost?
Standalone version = $2,995.00
Network version = $3,895.00
Support options available


What if I do not see a report I need?
Mainstream Software would be happy to work with you to define a customized report unique to your business requirements. Contact us for details.


How can get set up to receive EDI transmissions?
Simply Contact your mill and speak with the person who manages EDI transmissions. They will be able to direct you.


What kind of barcode support does NIMS provide?
Support is provided for both the "wedge" style of barcoder attached directly to a computer system, as well as remote barcoders paired with hand-held units that store data in the warehouse and are later imported into NIMS.

Wedge Barcoders: The wedge barcoder is any barcode unit (either a "pen" or "gun" style) connected directly to the computer, and used by data-entry personnel as an alternative to keyboard entry. Barcoders of this type are extremely useful in minimizing errors made in sometimes complicated roll numbers.

Remote Barcoders: The system permits import of text file lists of rolls obtained from hand-held data collection terminals. Users with other brands of terminal may still import, but will need to use the software provided by their barcode vendor to download roll data into a text file. Once you set up the bar code terminal to export the text file, NIMS can then read/import the resulting text file.