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f.a.q.
What system requirements will I need to run SAGE?
SAGE is a web-based application; therefore, no additional or special software is required. It is, however, recommended that
you run a high-speed as opposed to a dial-up connection. It will operate on the following browser software products: Internet
Explorer version 5.0 or higher, Netscape version 4.5 or higher, and Safari version 1.2 or higher.
Can multiple users operate SAGE?
Yes, SAGE is a multiple-user application with three categories of user: "Admin" provides read/write and delete capabilities;
"Super" enables the user to view all records; and "Basic" enables the user to only view records assigned to them.
Does our company own the data we put into SAGE?
Yes, while SAGE is a web-based application, it is hosted wherever you specify (e.g., you may choose to host it on an internal
server, or select your own application service provider). Your company is the only one who has access to your data.
Does SAGE come pre-populated with Suppliers as with other meeting planning software?
No it does not. Most other suppliers pay for a presence to appear in other meeting planning software and that does not
attest to the quality of the services provided. At Meeting inSite, LLC, we believe that SAGE should be YOUR company's
software and therefore we provide it with no pre-loaded suppliers, thereby giving you the capability to populate it with your
own choice of Suppliers.
How will SAGE enable me to negotiate better rates with Suppliers?
By having a reporting and tracking mechanism that enables you to analyze all corporate expenditures with a specific supplier
or category of supplier, you can then negotiate discounts based on volume of business for your organization as a whole and
also track rates charged by this supplier to your company in the past.
Can I import contact data from my Microsoft Outlook into SAGE?
Yes, we can provide assistance in importing all of your Outlook contact information in order to pre-populate SAGE so that you
do not need to manually key in all of this information.
Do I need any specific training to use SAGE?
No. SAGE is incredibly user-friendly and the drop-down menus and prompts enable a user to learn to quickly navigate and use
all of the reporting features of SAGE within a matter of hours.
Are all the fields in SAGE fixed or can I customize them according to my needs?
A number of SAGE fields are fixed according to standardized terms and uses; however, each section does provide the
opportunity for the user to customize a field based upon data the user would like to specifically track.
What if our company already has standardized forms such as RFPs and contracts/addendums and meeting planning
processes?
SAGE is tailored to work with the forms and systems that you are currently using. For example, the RFP Wizard is designed to
enhance your current RFPs with a flexible, detailed flow that can be easily modified to fit the depth of your program. Keeping
in mind that all organizations have specific needs, SAGE is designed with the flexibility to bring in departmental tools already
implemented in addressing those needs.
Will I be able to compare costs for suppliers if all RFPs are not submitted electronically?
Yes. This will require some manual input on your part as to the rates quoted by the supplier; however, once all of this
information is input, SAGE enables you to easily compare all suppliers queried by line item or overall cost estimate.
Does SAGE offer any additional training/upgrade options?
Yes. You can purchase an expanded user guide, request a more customized application for your organization if necessary, or
request that certain fields be added into the specific user areas. Meeting inSite, LLC is happy to work with customers to ensure
that SAGE is truly customized for your company's needs.
What is the cost of SAGE?
SAGE has a number of pricing options to work with a company's own business model. It is, however, most cost-effective for
organizations whose annual meeting budgets are in excess of $500,000. For specific rates, please contact our sales team.
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