Technology January 23, 2026
Gusto Launches Payroll Inside ChatGPT
Gusto announced this week the launch of its app inside the new ChatGPT app directory, bringing AI-powered payroll directly into the everyday workflows of small businesses.
August 12, 2011
4 Models To Position Payroll As A Profit Center
Payroll is an important part of any business, and most payroll solutions currently available are capable of providing support for all business types and sizes. Although technology and automation have made compliance much easier, payroll continues to grow in complexity.
August 9, 2011
Building a Firm for the Next Generation
This year, I celebrated my 50th birthday … and it was quite a turning point. It made me stop and reflect on my career and the vast changes I’ve observed and experienced professionally and personally. During this period of reflection, I was overcome with a powerful drive to change the public’s perception of the tax…
August 9, 2011
Going Paperless: The Tale of the Man Who Printed Out His FB Wall
Have you ever met anyone who PRINTED OUT their Facebook wall to read the postings? When I was at the gym this morning, I was amazed, yet again. Most mornings you can find me there, and as a trained journalist, I know I have a habit of observing those around me.
August 9, 2011
5 Hardware Tools that Mean Business For Small Businesses
Even with all the talk about the productivity-boosting effects of going to the cloud … and SaaS this, and web-based that, technology hardware remains an essential component of any modern business. Yet, while the obvious core components of desktops, laptops, monitors, printers and even phones may immediately come to many people’s minds when they hear…
August 9, 2011
6 Tips for a Paperless Office
Many people who use computers—whether it’s for their home or business — are moving toward a “paperless” office. Simply, they are tired and overwhelmed by scraps of paper, clunky old file folders, envelopes — and they want to reduce the clutter. Don’t believe me? Take a look at how many messages are stored in your...…
August 9, 2011
Mobile Technology: A look at the landscape and how today’s solutions can help you better serve clients
Do you ever feel confined and limited by your office walls? Do you find that a different environment can sometimes change your perspective? How many times have you found yourself wishing you could be in multiple places at once?
August 4, 2011
The Blue Collar CPA
A Productivity in Practice Feature. A small business is most productive when its owners are doing what they love. Whether a mechanic, baker, landscaper, restaurateur, childcare provider or a merchant, small business owners usually like what they do.
August 2, 2011
Comfortable No More: 3 Things You Must Do Now
I can’t help but preach the message that change is coming in our profession. That is my end goal in every professional thing I do. This type of confabulation may offend you or it may encourage you. But my goal is to take away your comfort as you lead your professional practice into the future.
August 2, 2011
How Commitment & Change Go Hand in Hand
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 2, 2011
Switching Software for Better Client Service
A standard consulting practice rule is that switching software is expensive. Disruptions to procedures occur, retraining is required, and without careful analysis you may force your organization into a product that has less capability or is more difficult to use. We expect clients to switch software as frequently as they switch physicians or religions. The...…
August 1, 2011
Is the Virtual Practice Model Right for Your Firm?
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
Approaching Zero Data Entry — How Could That Be?
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...…