Using Microsoft Forecaster

The information and tools on this page can help people across your company get the most out of Microsoft Forecaster. Learn more about off-site classroom instruction, onsite training, and online learning. And if you're using Microsoft Dynamics with Microsoft Forecaster, be sure to visit CustomerSource frequently for the latest tools, updates, support information, and more.

How-to information

•	Customize your budgets using Microsoft Forecaster See how to use column sets, input sets and advanced calculations, and more—all to improve and ease the budgeting process.

•	Protecting your Microsoft Forecaster data Get practical tips for protecting the integrity and ensuring the accuracy of your Microsoft Forecaster data.

•	View Microsoft Forecaster on-demand webcasts Learn how Microsoft Forecaster can help you vanquish your budgeting challenges.

Security

•	Beef up security in Microsoft Business Portal

•	Avoid spam in newsgroups

•	Get Microsoft Windows security updates automatically

•	Scan for updates you can download at no cost to improve Microsoft Office stability and security

•	Stay up to date on Microsoft security issues, tips and downloads

White papers

•	The ROI of planning and budgeting

•	The end of the spreadsheet budgeter

Training

Help your staff get ramped up fast, stay up to date, and get the most from your IT investment with Microsoft Forecaster training.

Next steps

•	Get product support

•	Log in to CustomerSource for support, updates, downloads, and more (Microsoft Dynamics users only)

•	Provide product feedback about Microsoft Forecaster

•	Get a free 30-day trial

Community and newsgroups

•	View the Microsoft Forecaster newsgroup

•	Visit the Microsoft Dynamics Live Finance Community

•	Find other Microsoft newsgroups