It is not unusual for those evaluating accounting software packages to be
skeptical of ICommander serving many different industries with the same programs
for the basic functions.
ICommander achieves its flexibility and adaptability by a combination of background master files that control hundreds of options plus the many features of the ICommander Menu System that enable adding to standard menus, substituting specific menus and/or programs, and managing industry-specific and custom options just like they are part of the base systems.
Implementing ICommander starts out with one or more Control File for each application system. These may have up to a hundred or more questions relating to various options. Once the general environment is defined via the Control Files, many other background master files are then setup to tailor the functioning of the application to the site's needs. The design of the Control Files and background master files, which are the building blocks for tailoring the system, reflect an understanding of common and unique needs from several years of real life experience with various industries. They and the various options for use of the ICommander Menu System also reflect an appreciation of the preferences of users.
The adaptability and flexibility provided by ICommander involves some very complex file layouts and programs. The advantage of having one set of software packages with so many options for how it functions is not limited to handling different industries. It also facilitates rapidly expanding businesses whose needs vary greatly over time and handles many changes mandated by State agencies that make the rules for organizations for which they provide funding.
The building block approach in the ICommander Menu System also facilitates
all sorts of unique and custom needs by seamless insertion of Menus that
accomplish those needs. It is also reflected in the unique design in the
ICommander General Ledger System to provide extremely flexible financial
reporting in a myriad of ways with a simple chart of accounts built on top of
background codes that group in multiple ways. It's done behind the scenes
but makes very sophisticated reporting a simple matter for general use.