The Studio, Song, and Artist Management System was developed by FIA World Software Development Corporation with SRM Programming Dynamics (SRM) serving as its systems design and front-end development firm. This system was formerly known as FIA Song and Artists Tracking System and all aspects of that system plus numerous additions and improvements were brought into this product. The software began several decades ago as a Windows 95 based system and continuously evolved to function in various Windows operating systems over the years. The current version was augmented, from the original Windows versions. Over the past several years, it was advanced into an AI assisted, internet- based, high performance system. The system is uniquely designed for the individual producer/studio owner with a small budget, small staff, multi-client independent productions but also can accommodate large facility operations. Note that the system functions in Dark and Light Mode according to your reading preference.
Registration Instructions: In the middle of the login screen is a blue "Register" tab. Select this tab and enter your full name, EMAIL address, Password (2-times) and click "Create Account". The system then gives you access to the software as a test user for 30-days. Going forward, you will log in using the "Sign In" tab followed by entering your email address and password.
The first step in making this system functional is to identify your company's name, address, phone number, email, and website. Go to System in the menu and select Company Address. Be sure to save the information and close the window. Now the fun can begin.
Either click the Open Song Library button or select Song Library -- Information/Categories from the "Song Library" menu. Move through existing songs using the directional buttons. Click the New Song button and enter the information requested regarding your first song. There are several items that can't be accessed directly (i.e., Costs, Writers, Publishing, and Song Submissions). Each of these are accessed using the matching color coded buttons. To make entries for your song, select the "Unlock" button and don't forget to "Save" the song information when complete. Note that there are several fields that focus on the backup process for your valuable songs projects. Define a system for your songs' storage locations, backup types, and song numbering.Information regarding Publishing, copyrights, and song location (internet or internal) should be provided. If the song has appeared on a CD project, provide the barcode number. Accounting: Use the Accounting button to add accounting information to each song. The entries are additive and can be modified. Submissions: This window allows you to document where you have sent the song to be used by an artist, film, potential publishing considerations, etc. Percentages: The Percentages window allows you to document the royalty breakdown for the song. Document both Writers' and Publishing percentages.Groupings: The Groupings screen allows you to group multiple songs together because they will appear in a CD project together. If used in a film product, you can also document SMPTE time code information. If the songs used Tape-based recording, start and stop SMPTE time code information can be documented here. The Video Log and DVD Backup information from the Song Library are provided as reminder if needed. Close the Song Library using the "Home" button.
Access Studio Booking using the "Studio" button or the Studio-Studio Booking (Client and Patron) menu selection. Studio Booking: This window is used to select the appropriate studio user. Clients are contracted to the user's label or studio while Patrons are individuals paying for studio time. Client studio usage can be placed on their account while patrons can either pay with either cash or 3/6-month payment plans. Client Billing: The Client Billing window documents a Client's information, Booking Details, Additional Contractors Used, Video Production, and Notes/Documentation. Use the New Booking or Edit buttons to allow data entry. Save when the booking is complete. Patron Billing: The Patron Booking window is used to establish an outside person's studio appointment. It also documents a Patron's information, Booking Details, Additional Contractors Used, Video Production, and Notes/Documentation. Use the New Booking or Edit buttons to allow data entry. Save when the booking is complete.