Technology February 9, 2026
Botkeeper is Closing Its Doors
In a statement posted on the Botkeeper website over the weekend, Enrico Palmerino wrote that the automated bookkeeping platform he founded in 2015 is shutting down.
October 31, 2013
SBA Offers Free Online Security Course for Small Businesses
Cyber threats are a problem for businesses of all sizes, but can be more difficult for small businesses to address. Now, small businesses can help keep their business information safe and protect their online information with a new free course from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
October 31, 2013
Is Your Firm Plugging In, Or Pulling Out?
We have been heading toward this turning point for several years, driven by the mass adoption of the Internet.
October 31, 2013
Private Sector Jobs Up 130,000 In October
Private sector employment increased by 130,000 jobs from September to October, according to the October ADP National Employment Report. Released each month, the report is produced by ADP, a global provider of payroll, human resources and other business process services, in collaboration with Moody's Analytics.
October 31, 2013
PwC Releases 2014 Guide to Tax and Wealth Management
PwC US has released the latest edition of its Managing Your Wealth: Guide to Tax and Wealth Management, to help high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners better understand and play an active role in growing and preserving their wealth.
October 31, 2013
2013 Review of Advanced Micro Solutions 1099-ETC
Advanced Micro Solutions’ 1099-Etc software offers compliance tools for paper and electronic filing of federal and state 1099, W-2 and 940 series forms, as well as unemployment forms. Customers can also purchase additional add-ons including live and after-the-fact payroll. Basic System Functions – 4.5 Stars 1099-Etc offers support for all federal and state 1099 forms....…
October 31, 2013
2013 Review of American Riviera Software Corp. – Magtax Professional W-2/1099
Magtax, by American Riviera Software Corp., is a wage and year-end information reporting system for professionals that manage these processes for multiple business clients. The software is available in Standard and Professional editions and supports multiple versions of forms 1099 and 1098. Magtax also offers e-filing and data import capabilities. Several changes to the Professional...…
October 31, 2013
2013 Review of Avalara – AvaTax 1099
From the Nov. 2013 issue. AvaTax 1099 is Avalara’s web-based 1099 preparation solution. The solution is completely web-based, eliminating the need for manual installation and upgrades. For more on this product, visit: www.avalara.com/products/avalara-1099 Basic System Functions – 5 Stars AvaTax 1099 is completely web-based, making it easy for staff to prepare and file forms from virtually anywhere in three...…
October 31, 2013
2013 Review of EG Systems, Inc. – The W-2/1099 Filer
The W-2/1099 Filer is a comprehensive year-end compliance and reporting solution. It supports several data entry methods, federal and state forms, import formats and printing options. The solution also offers local and remote backup features. In addition to several updates that were delayed by Hurricane Sandy in 2012, the vendor has also released various new...…
October 31, 2013
2013 Review of Intuit EasyAcct Laser Link – W2/1099
Intuit EasyACCT is a comprehensive write-up solution for accountants. It allows users to manage the processes for write-up, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, bank reconciliation, asset depreciation and financial reporting. It supports SUTA, 940, 941, W-2 and 1099 forms, automatically e-filing with the IRS. Users can also manage live and after-the-fact payroll. Basic System Functions...…
October 31, 2013
2013 Review of Spokane Computer Inc – MAG-FILER
With MAG-FILER, professionals can manage the entire year-end reporting process for multiple clients. The software supports federal and state e-filing for 1099s and W-2s. Other features include data verification and batch printing on blank paper or pre-printed forms. Basic System Functions – 4 Stars MAG-FILER can be installed on individual workstations used by multiple users....…
October 31, 2013
2013 Review of WageFiling 2013
Best Fit: Firms with a low volume of returns and wish to work completely online Strengths: Completely web-based solution Complete print and mail services available Potential Limitations: Limited import options Built-in billing and invoicing features not available WageFiling is a completely web-based solution for filing W-2 and 1099 forms, offering pay-per-form filing. Users can sign...…
October 31, 2013
2013 Review of IDMS, Inc. – Account Ability Tax Form Preparation
Account Ability by IDMS is a year-end compliance and ATF payroll solution. The software supports multiple clients and the most commonly processed forms, as well as importing from Excel or other formatted text files and TIN matching. Users can file forms electronically and either self-print on plain or pre-printed forms or outsource printing through the...…