FAQ

FAQ2022-01-11T16:41:02-06:00
What is P4PShop Software?2020-06-11T14:27:58-05:00

P4PShop Software is a small to medium size machine shop software that has all the pieces necessary within the software to run your business effectively and efficiently.

Overall, what does P4PShop provide to a small machine shop?2020-06-11T14:30:32-05:00
    1. Job Quoting
    2. Order Entry
    3. Profit and Loss as per Invoice
    4. Job Tracking
    5. Archiving
    6. Print Management/Editing
    7. Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable
    8. Reports Dialog
    9. Invoicing/Purchase Orders
    10. Expediting/Shipping

And much more.

What is P4PShop Software built in?2020-06-11T14:30:58-05:00

P4PShop is Access Based which allows it to be affordable while providing the strength of a robust software.

What security is involved with P4PShop?2021-02-05T09:41:50-06:00

P4PShop has internal security measures built in while using the security provided by Microsoft 365.

P4Pshop has internal security measures built in with site password protection. Additional protection depends upon the security level of the system it is stored on and the servers.

How does training take place?2021-02-05T13:16:11-06:00

Training can occur in-office or online.

Is there a tutorial?2020-12-14T02:49:22-06:00

P4PShop does provide built-in Tutorials (Coming Soon) which walks users through every step of the software and its many features.

Is there a cost associated with training?2021-02-05T09:30:40-06:00

Although P4PShop can be easily mastered within days of application,  one-on-one training is available. Pricing determined upon request.

Is there a trial period?2020-06-11T14:33:40-05:00

P4PShop provides a 30-day trial allowing the user to become familiar with the software with no worries of commitment.

Is there a Money Back Guarantee?2020-06-11T14:33:35-05:00

P4PShop offers a 90 Day Money Back Guarantee at any time for any reason.

Is there a cancellation fee?2021-01-19T15:52:48-06:00

Only after the 90 Day Money Back Guarantee has expired. During the 90 Day Trial Period, there is no cancellation fee.

What is provided with the Technical Fee?2020-12-14T02:49:57-06:00

Any and all updates required for the P4PShop software including technical support and over-the-phone assistance when needed during normal business hours (CST).

Why is the cost so low compared to other Machine Shop Softwares?2020-12-14T03:11:35-06:00

1. Due to the software being built in Access

Rudy Vitela, Owner of P4PShop Software, went through the issues of comparing numerous Softwares available for his small machine shop, Hi-Alloy Products. Cost and a closed system with the inability to add the features he truly needed were always the deciding factors. Rudy wants to provide a software that is easily affordable which includes all the features to run your business successfully.

Can I assign multiple users to this software?2020-06-11T14:37:20-05:00

While P4PShop Software is built for multiple users, there is a cost associated per user. The Fee is minimal;
robust enough for up to 20 additional users at a time. The software can also be divided into departments as per business needs.

How do you know where you are exactly in the software while in use?2020-06-11T14:37:45-05:00

P4PShop Software provides any easy to follow navigation map that follows you page by page allowing you to jump to different sections at any time.

Can your software hold and edit drawings?2020-06-11T14:38:17-05:00

This is one of the primary features of P4PShop Software. Not only does P4PShop store your drawings in a way that they are easily found at the press of a button, edits can be made at any time using the built-in editing piece.

Does your software have a customer import/export?2020-06-11T14:38:40-05:00

Yes, this allows for an easier transition and better reporting.

Does your software provide Aging Reports and/or Progress Reports?2020-06-11T14:39:07-05:00

Yes, as per the report dialog function, which also includes various other reports with Customer Customization if needed (Quoted as per Customer Requirements).

What is the average learning curve using this software?2021-02-05T13:15:46-06:00

Any user may become proficient with the software within days.  P4P provides the 30-day free trial.

Would your software be classified as a “Hub System”?2020-06-11T14:40:34-05:00

While P4PShop Software does have some Hub features allowing for connectivity to other desired accounting and shipping software, most features are built into the P4PShop Software so this is not classified as a Hub System.

CONTACT

Need help? Contact our team for questions or concerns

P.O. BOX 8571 | Houston, TX 77249
customercare@p4pshop.com