Python
“Unstoppable” Python overtakes Java
The TIOBE Index for November 2020 reports yet another milestone in the inexorable rise of Python, the scripting language used by Orchid Extender.
 
New feature in Document Management Link (v2018 and above)

Document Management Link now includes the ability to include {orgid} and date documents are attached ({yyyy}, {mm}, {dd} in the network folder path.

Refer to the Online documentation and F1 help for more details

Example: Using {ORGID}

 
Orchid's Hopin Virtual Booth
Hitting the Virtual Road
Last week we had our first experience of a Virtual Event. It's a safe bet that it won't be our last.
 
Notes Webinar
Webinar: Set up Notes in under 30 minutes

We'll explain how Orchid Notes can add value to any Sage 300 site, and demonstrate how it's possible to get up and running in under 30 minutes. 

Date: Wed 18-Nov-2020
Duration: 1 hour

 
Extender PU8 is now available for versions 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021

It includes speed improvements for finders and changes to workflow users licencing. 

 
v2021 release - All Orchid modules are now available.

Release of Sage 300 2021 (v6.8)

All Orchid modules compatible with v2021 are now available. 

A reminder that prior version modules are not compatible with System Manager v2021. for example, you need to run EFT Processing v2021 with Sage 300 v2021 System Manager. 

 
Orca PO Approvals Workflow
Orca's PO Approvals Workflow
The Chronicles of Orca continue! Our latest Case Study features their Purchase Order Approvals Workflow, enhanced by the use of an Extender Custom Table.
 
Orca (03): Purchase Order Approvals Workflow
Extender
Workflow Anywhere
Orca Oz Enterprises, Orchid's alter ego, shares an example of a Purchase Order (PO) Approval process built around Extender Workflow, Extender Custom Tables and Workflow Anywhere.
 
Partner News
Orchid Partner News - October 2020
An update on our v2021 release, plus tips and tricks for a range of modules, and announcements of several new events.