Research Administration Discussion Group wrote:

>
> I am interested in receiving the opinions of those who have used or
> looked into the various software packages available.  In particular,
> RAMS from FIE and their new NextERA system.  Also, the package that is
> available from InfoEd and any others that might be out there.
>
> What has been your experience with them and would you recommend any of
> them.  How have you integrated them into your University's accounting
> system package?
>
We had the old RAMS software (DOS version) and found it very difficult
to work with for proposal preparation.  I found their technical
support lacking.

We now have the SPIN package from Infoed and have been satisfied with
the results.  I think they have some exciting things coming
up and their technical support is excellent.

Janet Blalock
Sam Houston State University
Research and Sponsored Programs
xxxxxx@shsu.edu