Sage is pleased to announce the release of Sage CRM QuickCal 1.1, an innovative addon designed to streamline appointment scheduling and improve communication within Sage CRM. This latest version enhances productivity by automating email notifications and providing seamless calendar integration for both internal and external users.

Key Features of Sage CRM QuickCal 1.1:

• Centralized Appointment Management – All scheduling is managed within Sage CRM, ensuring consistency and reducing scheduling conflicts.
• Automated Email Notifications – Instant email alerts are sent when appointments are created or updated, keeping all participants informed.
• Integrated Calendar Invites (ICS) – Participants receive an ICS (iCalendar) file with each email notification, allowing easy import into popular calendar applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, and mobile devices.
• Time Zone Management – Ensures accurate scheduling across different regions by automatically converting appointment times to local time zones.
• Enhanced Communication – Professional and structured email invitations help teams coordinate meetings more effectively.

Business Benefits:

• Increased Efficiency – Saves time by reducing manual calendar entry and minimizing administrative overhead.
• Improved Attendance – Simplifies scheduling, ensuring better participation in meetings.
• Data Accuracy – Direct integration with Sage CRM eliminates inconsistencies in appointment details.
• Seamless Meeting Coordination – Supports both internal teams and external stakeholders with reliable scheduling features.

Installation and Availability

Sage CRM QuickCal 1.1 is available for immediate deployment. To install, users must ensure that their Sage CRM system has Self Service enabled and is configured to send emails. Installation involves setting up the QuickCal component within the CRM environment and hosting the ICS content files on a Self Service site.

For detailed installation instructions, please refer to the Sage CRM QuickCal 1.1 Installation Guide.

Limitations and Future Enhancements

While QuickCal 1.1 offers significant improvements, users should note the following known issues:

• Email Update Discrepancy – While ICS files contain correct appointment details, email bodies may not always reflect updates.
• Limited Support for Recurring Meetings – This feature is not yet available but is planned for a future release.
• External Attendee Handling – When adding external participants after initial scheduling, email notifications may not list all previous attendees.

Sage is actively working on QuickCal 1.2, which will address these limitations and introduce new enhancements for a more seamless scheduling experience.