B&L Associates--Estie

Estie--Packaging/Wrapping Estimator, Version 1 for Windows

We wanted this program to handle all aspects of wrapping and packaging and some of the calculations that were needed to make it truly unique and formidable would be difficult to write. For instance, we wanted Estie to be able to tell you the exact size of paper that would be necessary to wrap a particular box. This, of course, would have to take into account the way the box would fit on the paper in order to conserve wrapping paper--no easy way of doing this without writing a lot of code. We also wanted Estie to be able to allow for custom box building--simply to be able to cut down a box to a small size or to combine several boxes to make a larger/longer box. We also wanted Estie to be able to take many items that would be going into one larger box and being able to give good, accurate information as to what size box would be best to use. We have managed to accomplish this not-so-easy task and it is called Estie!

If you want more information on Estie automation, click on the [Estie Demonstration] link below. Each page will have a [continue to next page] link that will take you to the next image and description. There are quite a number of pages for your perusal. The cost to you for licensing Estie for a year is $75, with a licensing fee of $50 annually.

The Estie Main Form

Estie is a standalone system. In other words, it will not function in conjunction with your POS (Point-of-Sale) system. So, if you are not using a POS, this is the program for your packaging/wrapping operation. If, on the other hand, you do have a POS and are dissatisfied with the packaging/wrapping aspect of this POS, or if it is nonexistent, this may be a good alternative for your operation.