Technology

The movement to the cloud has had many names over the past decade: Web 2.0, SaaS, web-based services, net-native programs, etc. But whatever you call it, the coming mass adoption of cloud-based business solutions will have the biggest effect on our work and business lives since computers themselves were first installed on desktops back in the 1980s.

CaseWare International Inc — CaseWare Time 2011800-267-1317www.caseware.com From the July 2012 review of Practice Management systems. Best Fit: Firms currently using CaseWare products Strengths: Tight integration with CaseWare products Multiple preformatted reports along with strong customization options Built-in sync capability between Outlook/Exchange and client information Potential Limitations: No current cloud based solution Integration generally limited […]

Seattle-based Avalara, which offers automated online sales tax compliance, has announced that it has received $20 million in growth financing from Battery Ventures.

I’m a big fan of Apple and the late, great Steve Jobs. If you haven’t taken the time to read the book, “Steve,” by Walter Issacson, I highly encourage you to pick up or download a copy and take the time to absorb the numerous lessons offered.

There’s no doubt that information technology impacts every aspect of today’s accounting firms and most firms do a pretty good job of identifying opportunities where new technologies can improve their practice.

To Retain Your Best Employees, Consider a Bit of Internal “Marketing”

All things in life change. It is inevitable that we evolve. Accounting solutions are no exception and as with everything else the web is forcing a new species to evolve while old ones become extinct.

Security of client information has always been a top concern for Information Technology (IT) teams. Even with a security focus, education and the right tools, security is frequently weak.