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HI-PLAINS SYSTEMS, INC.® Feedlot Software |
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FEEDLOT PROGRAMS
Hi-Plains Systems Inc. has 2 feedlot programs, PRO FEEDER VII and PRO
MINI VII. Pro Feeder VII is for custom feedyards while Pro Mini VII is
primarily for back grounding and private feedyards. You can upgrade from the Pro
Mini VII to the Pro Feeder VII by paying only the difference in the price.
New feedyards have 90 days free telephone support. Unlimited calls. After 90 days the annual customer support fee is $30/mo, unlimited calls on 800 number.
Pro Feeder VII & Pro Mini VII Competition
| Free Startup Support | 90 days minimum | ????? |
| Go to Amarillo for Training | NO | YES |
| Cost/call after 90 days (with support plan) | 800 number, call is free | $$$$$ |
| Program can be installed on multiple computers | YES | ????? |
| Can have 2 billing periods open at once | YES | ????? |
| Max # commodities in a ration | 20 | ????? |
| Import feed data from other programs | YES | YES |
| Change rations at anytime | YES | YES |
| Rerun feedbills and Closeouts | YES | ????? |
| Detailed grain inventory | YES | YES |
| Cattle notes standard (Pro) | YES | ????? |
| Feed Finance and prepaid (Pro) | YES | ????? |
| Will make custom changes | YES | ????? |
| Set ration prices on the day of billing | YES | ????? |
| Can enter new data after updating all files | YES | ????? |
| Log onto your computer | NO | YES |
| Help documentation with programs | YES | ????? |
| Interface with Quick Books Pro | YES | ????? |
| Cost | $4,750-$3,250 | $$$$$$ |