Getting Started with Publishers' Assistant

About the Authors

Ron Lawrence

Ron Lawrence has been working as an independent developer on Publishers' Assistant since 1990. Working closely with Steve Carlson of Upper Access Publishing, Ron produced what was then known as PiiGS Version 2.

Prior to developing Publisher's Assistant, Ron worked as a software engineer for Digital Equipment Corporation--specializing in manufacturing systems. This experience contributed greatly to the technologies and techniques used in the development of Publishers' Assistant.

In addition to developing software, Ron has built his own house in the hills of Essex, Vermont. He started and sold Jericho Traditions in Wood, a woodworking business specializing in traditional architectural products. Ron has also enjoyed making music with the Jericho Road Crew since 1988.

Steve Carlson

Steve has owned and operated Upper Access Publishing since the mid-1980's. Upper Access initially released the first version of their industry specific software, called "PiiGS" (Publishers Invoicing and Information System). Eventually this program was transformed into Publishers' Assistant.