Our Most Asked Questions !

Q.  Does the price cover everyone or are we charged for each user?    The one time cost covers everyone at your physical location.  There are no hidden charges, monthly or annual fees!  A free reminder is included that will check individuals back in automatically!

Q.  How does it work?  Download and install the program into a folder on your network.  Then simply install the shortcut on everyone's computer to access the in out board with!   It is the most uncomplicated electronic in/out board available anywhere!

Your receptionist(s) will have a list of everyone's in/out status on his or her screen that will always be current.  He or she can also sign individuals in and out.  It is perfect for any size office!

Q.  What are the system requirements?    The program will run on any Windows or Novell network (even simple peer-to-peer small office networks).  Employees should have a version of Windows operating system (Windows 98 / XP / 2000 / Vista / Windows 7, etc.) on their computer ... 32 bit or the newer 64 bit operating systems.    Nothing to install on the workstations other than a shortcut to the program!  No files are shared with any other programs.  Safe and ideal for any size office!

Please note: Check-In Check-Out runs great in 32 bit and 64 bit environments

Q.  Can we have more than 1 receptionist?  Sure!   Optimally you'll want to have no more than 2 or 3 individuals accessing the "Receptionist" or control program ... most individuals will be accessing their personal in/out screen that displays their name at the top automatically (it also has a summary screen much like the "Receptionist" main screen) as shown in our online demo!

   If you have individuals sharing a computer they can still bring up their personal in/out program! 

Q.  Why not use different colors for each in/out status?  No!   Different colors look great for a short while.  Multiple colors create a "busy" screen causing fatigue for anyone viewing it for long periods of time.  With our dual color summary screen,  a quick glance is all that is needed to determine which individuals are in or out.

Our "Professional" and "Enterprise" versions allow you the option of changing screen colors !

Q.  Will 'Check-In Check-Out' run on a MAC?    The program will on a MAC using MAC's "Parallels" software!  With "Parallels" you can run a wide variety of operating systems, including multiple versions of Windows—from 3.1 to 2000 to XP at very good speeds, and without ever rebooting your machine.

Q.  Can we customize the event choices ('Vacation', 'Lunch', 'In Meeting', etc.) ?   Yes!   You can easily customize the event titles in any of our in/out board versions.   A great tool for adapting the program to your company's needs!   Watch our online demo !

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