Technology

March 29, 2012 

Cabinet NG’s CNG-SAFE (Shared Access Filing Environment)800-621-6501www.cabinetng.com Strengths Optional web hosting delivery model Extended set of integration utilities NEW scheduling utility Direct QuickBooks integration Rules based workflow routing capability Facilitates drag and drop of files between CNG-SAFE and Windows Explorer Potential Limitations Generic (vs. specific) integration with popular tax and audit software other than QuickBooks...…

March 29, 2012 

Intuit – QuickBooks Onlinewww.QuickBooksOnline.Intuit.com800-286-6800 From the May 2012 review of SaaS Small Business Accounting Systems. Strengths: Friendly user interface and simple navigation Automated deposit and credit card account data imports from most banks No contracts or long-term commitments. Product supports most major internet browsers. Potential Limitations: Limited inventory and project/job costing functionality Does not support...…

March 29, 2012 

Intacct – Intacct Corporationwww.intacct.com877-437-7765 Strengths: Has a strong ecosystem of third party solutions to meet most industry requirements. Customizable dashboards are very impressive, and provide an alternative to standard reports. Full integration between customer relationship management and payroll Supports any number of users, with strong user access control tools Relationship with AICPA/CPA2Biz has yielded integrations...…

March 27, 2012 

The evolution of DMS over the past ten years has been slow but steady, which is just fine because it takes time for a firm to implement all of the extended functionality.

John Higgins

March 27, 2012 

The FAA is re-thinking its rules barring electronic devices during taxi, takeoff and landing.

Dave McClure

March 26, 2012 

CCH, a Wolters Kluwer business — ProSystem fx Tax SaaS CCHGroup.com 800-739-9998   BEST FIT: Tax and accounting firms with a wide range of client complexity who need a top tier tax preparation product.   STRENGTHS Multiple platforms to choose from, including a state-of-the-art SaaS solution New interface should be familiar for users already converted...…

March 22, 2012 

The tax season may be over, but if you're considering changing programs, now's the time.

Steven M. Phelan

March 19, 2012 

A very challenging demographic for many practitioners is the “micro business.”

Brian Tankersley

March 6, 2012 

Survey Shows Finding The Right IT Vendor to Partner With Is Critical Decision for SMBs Adopting Cloud Applications

March 3, 2012 

Column: Monthly Micro Apps

Brian Tankersley

March 3, 2012 

As professionals, it is very easy to have all of our attention taken by the realities of today. The changes in tax laws. New best practices. The needs of our clients. But the reality is that we must also watch the more general trends in society and how they will affect us.

Dave McClure

March 3, 2012 

Whether using an online service for general data backup and recovery purposes, or using other paperless document utilities, such as online document management systems or workflow productivity tools, there are several security issues that users should be aware of.