This post is long overdue and the first thing we need to do is thank all of you for being so patient…but Bead Manager Pro Version 5 will be getting released this week!
Just to put into context what has been done.
Bead Manager Pro has been totally redesigned and the backend program has had a major re-write to make some of the new features possible and ensure that for all our current users that their data will still be compatible.
Plus we have moved to an entirely new license code system and transitioning over a few thousand users has been a little bit challenging 
In this post we’re going to look at a whole bunch of the new and exciting features that will be coming to all our customers for FREE.
Yes FREE. We have always promised upgrades will be free and this is a major one but it’s still free for all our current customers.
For anyone thinking about getting a copy we will be raising the price from $127 to $147 this week once version 5 is released, so if your thinking about buying Bead Manager Pro now is really a good time.
New Look & Design
A completely new look and feel. All the screens have been redesigned to give a much smoother work flow and easier appearance on the eye.
In the screen shot below you can see the new main screen with new Part and Pieces reports that will allow you to run stock reports across different date ranges and categories with just a few clicks.
New Navigation
Along with the new design comes a brand new navigation.
Everything is now logically ordered across the top menu’s making it much easier to find what your looking for. Plus there is now an easy “Back” button so if you want to just jump back to the previous screen you can with one click.
New Quick Find Highlighting
The new quick search now looks in even more fields to find what you looking for and when you type in the list views Bead Manager Pro will automatically highlight any matching fields that it finds making it quick and easy to instantly see what you are looking for.
Add Parts In Vendor Screens
This was a big request by our users to be able to add parts in by just going to the vendor that they had purchased them from, rather than adding them one at a time through the list views.
We went a few steps further for you.
Now you can add in single line part purchases in your vendor screen, bulk import your purchases as well as print a full history of purchases from any vendor.
All New Bead Calculator
Ever wondered how many beads you need to create that string?
Never wonder again with Bead Manager Pro’s new Bead Calculator. Just input the string length and the diameter of the bead and Bead Manager Pro will tell you exactly how many beads you need to complete your project.
Especially handy for when your looking at projects and wondering how many parts you might need to order for a project.
Modify Columns Updated
Previously you had the ability to re-organise the list views to show exactly what you wanted, but the downfall was that once you closed Bead Manager Pro these columns defaulted back to their original settings because Filemaker 10, which Bead Manager Pro is programmed in wouldnt save re-ordered layouts.
Now with the new Filemaker 11 you can re-order your list views, close Bead Manager Pro and when you re-open you list views will be just as you left them.
Backup Reminders
If you’re one of the people who never remembers to backup your data, but you know you should, Bead Manager Pro will now remind you according to the reminder time you set, making sure that you will always have a saved copy of your latest data.
Tax Rates On Purchases
Now Bead Manager Pro will record and report on the tax of all your purchases as well as your sales making sure that your record keeping is spot on.
Catalog Print Sorting
We had a number of users who wanted this one implemented so they could produced catalogs that were printed out in the order that they wanted.
So now all you need to do is sort the list view in the order you want your items to be printed in the catalog and Bead Manager pro will print your catalog according to sku, name, price, category or whatever else you choose.
So What Else?
Well, there are a few other things we have done as well to make Bead Manager Pro above and beyond improved.
- New Print Preview:
Now you can preview anything you want to print, invoices, catalogs. BOM’s and more. - New Print Screens:
Instead of having to export what you want to print now just arrange your list view and hit print. Shopping lists made easy! - Keyboard tabbing:
We fixed up all the keyboard tabbing in the new design so you can easily tab and enter your data without having to use the mouse as much. - Speed Issues:
Some previous users with large databases had issues with the speed of scrolling through list. With the newly coded backend that old speed issues are now a thing of the past. - New Video Training:
We’ve redone all the video training to show you all the new functionality of Bead Manager Pro in brand new high definition large screen video tutorials using the latest screen flow recording software. - Brand New Manual:
With all these new features our previous 36 page manual has expanded into 57 pages of new content helping you getting up and running smoothly and easily.
Look out for an email in a couple of days with instructions on how to download your free upgrade.
If you haven’t purchased a copy of Bead Manager Pro the price will be going up to $147 once we release but upgrades are still free for all customers so buy now and get Bead Manager Pro version 5 for the price of Version 4.
These look like really great upgrades! I can’t wait to see the end result!
Best,
Ingrid
what about product pricing labels?
This sounds fabulous and I am anxious to get it! Thanks for your hard work on these new features.
You’re right, this is like getting a whole new software package. That’s amazing! Can’t wait to download it and start using all the new features. Thank you so much, looks like it’ll be worth the wait!
Great news, I can’t wait to see all the exciting new features. Great product now.
Wow!! Sounds awesome! Can’t wait
Thanks for all your hard work!
Kirsten
Fantastic – I have been waiting for this for a long time and it couldn’t have come at a better time as I’m about to relaunch my website and need stock control to be spot on.
Very excited about the bead calculator too – saving lots of time!!!
Look forward to receiving your next update!
This is totally awesome. I believe when I am able to purchase one, It will be the V5. It seems to do everything I have trouble with or forget to do.
Keep in mind, We’ve gone “Mac”
Looking forward to using this version.
This is something I’ve been waiting for for a while! I can’t wait to get it!
Can’t wait for the upgrade! It sounds & looks fantastic. Big thank-you’s for all the hard work that’s gone on behind the scenes.
All the best!!!
Elizabeth, New Mexico, USA
Thank you very much. I was wondering if you were planning to develop a mobile version for my iPhone where I can have a scan feature so that I could upload my new purchases of UPCs and images, etc. Such as in grocery or book crawler apps. That would be a godsend!! I purchased my BeadPro program long after I started collecting my beads so I haven’t examined whether I can print my catalogs of parts or finished designs but I’m guessing it is there. Keep up the good work!
It sounds great! especially the speed, tabbing, and permanent column modification. Will we be able to print out a Parts catalogue and tools, etc. bought as well? Is there a way to use this update for tax purposes – total inventory bought per year against sales for the year? It would be great if you included – just press enter instead of having to use the mouse for the search button. I wish I had been surveyed so I could have made these suggestions; they have really bugged me. If any of my issues are included – Thanks!
Hi!
How do you upload the upgrade if you already have bead manager pro?
Your upgrade seems wonderful and I can’t wait to tryout the new features, and thanks for keeping it free. I’d rather spend the money on beads and things than on continual upgrades like the other company.
Great, I’m looking forward to using version 5, thank you!!!!
I like it!! Looking forward to the new version, definitely!!!
Thank you!
Thank you! This comes at a great time for me! I haven’t yet learned all that BMPro can do, so there will not be so much re-learning for my brain!
The new version sounds great.
I like the sound of the new upgrades. I found I was having to use a lot of time to do the database and not put in what I really wanted. This sounds like a more user friendly version. Can hardly wait.
I’m so excited for the new upgrade. It sounds amazing. I’m one of those with the large database slowness issues so I’m very anxious for the upgrade. Sounds wonderful!
Dianne
Sparkling Sisters Jewelry
http://www.SparklingSisters.etsy.com
http://www.SparklingSistersJewelry.artfire.com
I’m so glad an upgrade is coming out, setting up one’s information and inventory in the beginning was a little cumbersome but the new upgrade sounds great. Thank you so much for thinking about improving the software and flollowing though. I can hardly wait for it.
Thanks again,
Jacque McKenney at Dragonfly Art and Jewelry
We’ll be emailing out upgrade instructions when its ready
Wow, I am so excite with all the new upgrades. The modification to the column updates are especially a welcome bonus.
I use the software every day. Every time I sit down to do a piece or have purchased new inventory. Now I spend so much less time on data keeping and more time on project.
Best of luck
Madam Raven
Gary!
I was just thinking about you and your massive project, hoping to have the new program soon. During beta testing, I did play alot, putting in new things and running reports, etc. I love what you’ve done and can’t wait to transfer files and dig into this!
Thanks again! Roxanne
Looking forward to the upgrade! I’ve been impressed with the current version; it was a big improvement over my previous management software. I trust that the new version will be even better.
Thanks!
Allison
Maryland, USA
My question is whether there is a time limit on downloading the new version. My computer crashed and I am out of state. When I return home in a month I hope to get it taken care of. This may take some time. I love the program and definitely want the upgrade. I also hope the new version lets me backup my information to an external hard drive. I was afraid I lost my inventory when the computer crashed and need to back it up somewhere other than the computer my program is on. Thanks for your reply
So excited that you were finally able to complete this project in spite of having to deal with me so long! I wish there was a way I could just wiggle my nose and get all my parts inventory entered, because I have been purchasing beads and findings for 2 years. By the way, can we print the new manual now, or should we wait until the new version is released?
Thank you for all your hard work and your patience,
Paula
Jackson, MS
Looking forward to the latest version! I hope there are more options for printing the catalog. For instance, it would be nice if the catalog included the description of the item.
I am still learning my way around, but, so far, it is fantastic and saves me a lot of time.
Very cool!
This is exciting and very good timing for me as it’s finally time to get serious about inventory! Thank you for a great product.
I will echo another commenter:
” Is there a way to use this update for tax purposes – total inventory bought per year against sales for the year? It would be great if you included – just press enter instead of having to use the mouse for the search button. ”
Or if there was a way to include parts inventory costs in the reports that are exported to Excel?
Anything like that would be really great, as I’m finding the calculation of inventory for tax purposes to be daunting.
Look forward to entering purchases by vendor!
Yes, when you update and move over your old data there will be prompts to help take care of the Tax.
And yes again, now you can just hit enter on the search field instead of using the mouse
There will be video tutorials on how to upgrade and also loads of new video tutorials on using the new features.
I am looking forward to it, I work every day with V.4, hope you integrated the aspect of different currencies life would be much easier, but I must say I very happy with it!
Thanks and good luck!
I’m really looking forward to the new features. Thanks very much for all your hard work!
I use v4 nearly everyday. It works wonderfully for keeping my supplies and work organized.
Tonya
North Carolina, USA
Looking forward to the faster search scroll!
I am so excited to use the new version. Thank you for the extra effort!
Will this software run on my iPad?? If so, any adjustments??
Thanks again.
Linda Janish
From the Heart
Thank you for all of your hard work on the new version!
I found that the search won’t delete in the parts section. I have to back space to clear the previous search. Other than that I love the changes. The bead calculator is great.
Thanks.
I just started using the program and I’m so glad we also benefit from this new upgrade! Look forward to using all the new efficient features!!
How do I upgrade form 4 to 5?
We have detailed instructions and videos on how to upgrade in our knowledge base here:
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