Small Business

July 20, 2020 

The AICPA and its business and technology arm, CPA.com, have launched a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness platform, PPPForgivenessTool.com, which automates ...

July 20, 2020 

With COVID-19 decreasing face-to-face interaction, it is more important than ever for small businesses to connect successfully with their customers, and potential customers, through their websites and digital media.

July 20, 2020 

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), representing most of the nation's hotel chains, has published a “Safe Stay Guest Checklist” for guests on how to travel safely while also creating a standardized safety experience nationwide.

July 17, 2020 

Restrictions due to COVID-19 and the rise of e-commerce has forced many small business owners to close their brick and mortar stores and sell online.

July 17, 2020 

In March 2020, President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) to provide emergency assistance and healthcare response for individuals, families, and businesses affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. The Small Business Administration (SBA) received funding and authority through the CARES Act to modify existing loan programs to assist small businesses...…

July 14, 2020 

The post-pandemic workplace in many cases will be rife with obstacles that could overwhelm some employers. Knowing what may be around the corner and taking steps to avoid it may help employers successfully acclimate to the new environment.

Richard D. Alaniz, JD

July 14, 2020 

Point of sale applications vary tremendously, with some best suited for smaller retail businesses such as gift shops, while others are designed for larger stores with numerous locations.

Mary Girsch-Bock

July 14, 2020 

Keystroke Advanced POS Specialized Business Solutions www.keystrokepos.com From the 2020 reviews of point of sale systems. Keystroke Advanced from Specialized Business Solutions is one of three point of sale applications offered with Keystroke Express best suited for smaller retailers, Keystroke Point of Sale is best suited for growing retail business, and Keystroke Advanced is best...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

July 14, 2020 

Cougar Mountain Denali Point of Sale Cougar Mountain Denali www.cougarmtn.com From the 2020 reviews of point of sale systems. Denali, from Cougar Mountain Software (CMS), offers a point of sale module that is designed to be used exclusively with other Denali applications. Best suited for small to mid-sized businesses that are looking for front/back office...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

July 14, 2020 

Vend Point of Sale www.vendhq.com From the 2020 reviews of point of sale systems. Vend is an online point of sale application designed to work on iPad, Mac, and PC platforms. Along with complete point of sale capability, Vend includes e-commerce management, flexible payment acceptance, inventory management capability, and flexible reporting options. Though designed to...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

July 14, 2020 

QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale Intuit www.quickbooks.com From the 2020 reviews of point of sale systems. QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale is best suited for small to mid-sized retailers that are using QuickBooks Desktop financial applications. Designed to be installed online, QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale is available in three editions, Basic, Pro, and Multi-Store....…

Mary Girsch-Bock

July 14, 2020 

Celerant Stratus Enterprise Celerant Technology www.celerant.com From the 2020 reviews of point of sale systems. Celerant Stratus Enterprise from Celerant Technology combines in-store point of sale capability, mobile sales processing, inventory management, and back office accounting into a single platform. Designed for enterprise level retailers, with both brick and mortar and online stores, Celerant Stratus...…

Mary Girsch-Bock