Q: What does SMATS stand for?
 
A: SMATS stands for Surface Maintenance Tracking System
 
 
Q: What does SMATS stand for?
 
A: SMATS stands for Surface Maintenance Tracking System
 
 
Q: What does SMATS do?
 
A: SMATS allows for the automated tracking of jobs, personnel, materials, and equipment in the field using a laptop computer.
 
 
Q: Who would use the SMATS program?
 
A: SMATS would be used by construction companies, contractors, and other field operators.
 
 
Q: How long has SMATS been in existence?
 
A: SMATS was released in 2000.
 
 
Q: Is there a trial version of SMATS I can try?
 
A: As with all Pinnacle Software products, SMATS comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
 
 
Q: Do I have to buy upgrades as they become available?
 
A: Program upgrades are provided to customers as part of our standard monthly service and maintenance agreement.
 
 
Q: Can I track payroll with SMATS?
 
A: Yes, SMATS allows the users to print payroll reports.
 
 
Q: What materials and equipment can I track within SMATS?
 
A: SMATS is fully customizable. Users can track specific vehicles, specific tools, and specific materials. SMATS allows users to update and modify the materials and equipment used.
 
 
Q: Can I track progress by job or operator?
 
A: Yes, SMATS allows users to track each individual job and each individual operator.
 
 
Q: What reporting functions are available with SMATS?
 
A: Pinnacle Software has integrated SMATS with Crystal Reports which gives the users a wide range of reporting options.
 
 
Q: Do I have to re-key job data at the office, even though I have entered it in the field?
 
A: No, data is entered in the field and then electronically transferred to a central database. This eliminates the need to re-key any data.