February 26, 2019
It is the nature of my work that I spend virtually all of the business day online, and usually a few more hours when I’m not at work. So it’s probably not surprising that while researching the latest accounting and business technologies, taking note of tax law changes, and collaborating with tax and accounting professionals,...…
February 26, 2019
February 26, 2019
February 26, 2019
February 26, 2019
February 26, 2019
August 2, 2011
A lot has been written about the need for accountants to rethink how they run their practices. In the July issue of CPA Practice Advisor, Executive Editor Darren Root wrote, “It’s time to challenge yourself and really think about providing and delivering services that clients want.” I would argue that the same holds true for...…
August 1, 2011
When we first started writing about web-based programs about 10 years ago, the focus frequently centered on how the concept could benefit modern practices. Key among the benefits was anywhere/anytime access to client and firm data and the enhanced security of data stored in online systems.
August 1, 2011
This year is shaping up to be a big year for innovation in the world of accounting services and client business processes. I’ve been researching several companies lately, and I’m learning how they view the market, how they build solutions, and what technology approach they believe will win the most customers today and into the...…
July 29, 2011
This is the last column that will be called “The Peachtree Perspective.” Although Sage Peachtree is one of the first names in accounting software (from the perspective of its stature in the industry, as well as its long history), the world has changed since Peachtree was an independent software company that created software to run...…
July 29, 2011
I recently returned from the Sage conference in Washington, D.C., where I spent a great deal of time with thought leaders Ron Baker and Ed Kless. Each of us led sessions focused on improving firm operations. Collectively, Ron, Ed and I helped firms think through the many aspects of running a successful business. For example,...…
July 14, 2011
CPA Practice Advisor Executive Editor Darren Root, CPA, presents a 2011 Innovation Award Honorable Mention to Freshbooks, recognizing the technology vendor's completely SaaS-based small business management system. The Awards were announced during a ceremony at the California Accounting & Business Show & Conference in Los Angeles, June 6, 2011.
July 14, 2011
CPA Practice Advisor Executive Editor Darren Root, CPA.CITP, presents a 2011 Innovation Award to New River Innovation for the Beyond415 IRS response system, which provides a SaaS-based method for tax and accounting professionals to quickly manage IRS issues and notices. The Awards were announced during a ceremony at the California Accounting & Business Show &…
July 14, 2011
CPA Practice Advisor Executive Editor Darren Root, CPA.CITP, presents a 2011 Innovation Award to Thomson Reuters for the company's Mobile CS app, which allows smart phone users to access key firm data from anywhere. The Awards were announced during a ceremony at the California Accounting & Business Show & Conference in Los Angeles, June 6,…
July 14, 2011
CPA Practice Advisor Executive Editor Darren Root, CPA.CITP, presents a 2011 Innovation Award to Bill.com for it's new SaaS Accounts Receivable module for businesses and accounting firms. The Awards were announced during a ceremony at the California Accounting & Business Show & Conference in Los Angeles, June 6, 2011.
July 13, 2011
Isaac O'Bannon speaking with Fujitsu's Kim Hogan at AICPA Tech+/PCPS 2011. (June 14, 2011)
July 13, 2011
Isaac O'Bannon, Technology Editor for CPA Practice Advisor, and Randy Johnston discuss technology for small and mid-sized tax and accounting practices.
July 13, 2011
Randy Johnston and Isaac O'Bannon speak about tech issues small and mid-sized accounting practices should have top-of-mind (June 14, 2011).