Software awards signal rise of the SaaS generation Nov 4, 2008
Last year's web-based accounting software winner KashFlow moved up a weight to triumph over Sage, QuickBooks and MYOB in the small business accounting category, while NetSuite achieved an impressive double in the mid-range and enterprise CRM categories. SaaS provider Really Simple Systems made it a clean sweep in the CRM section, while Octopus HR won the mid-range HR prize. (Accounting Web, UK)
QuickBooks 2009 More Online and More Worldly Oct 3, 2008
Intuit, the king of small business accounting, continues to add online features to its core product with today's release of. While Intuit still treats (its pure online application) and QuickBook 2009 as two separate product lines, the power of software as a service is evident in the newest version of its PC-based software product. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Microsoft airs "I'm a PC" Windows ad Sep 19, 2008
Intuit has formally announced the latest version of its small business accounting software, 2009 for Mac. The user interface has been redesigned for improved organization and efficiency, with a home page that shows the structure of required tasks, and notification badges to draw attention to high-priority items. (Electronista)
If clients are rubbish at keeping their books, what's the answer? Jul 13, 2008
From the observations of 25 AccountingWEB members, it's apparent that many clients struggle to produce accurate books with small business accounting applications such as Sage 50. So what's the best solution - the shoebox approach, more training or simpler software such as that offered by the new generation of online applications. (Accounting Web, UK)
2008 Software Satisfaction Awards - the race to glory starts here! Jun 10, 2008
Last year saw PS Financials, Access Dimensions and QuickBooks win in the enterprise, mid-market and small business accounting categories respectively ... Previous AccountingWEB software surveys had helped the company identify satisfaction issues, which led to a major overhaul in its product range and customer communication strategy, which helped the company bag the small business accounting prize in 2007. (Accounting Web, UK)
Overseas sales boost Hewlett-Packard May 21, 2008
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Help us find the software industry's successes and rising stars in 2008 Apr 23, 2008
Small Business Accounting Software. Mid-Range Accounting Software. (Accounting Web, UK)
Nurses offer input on shortage of workers Mar 28, 2008
1793414 Congressman Tom Latham listens to comments during a nursing shortage roundtable Thursday at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa. DEB NICKLAY/The Globe Gazette MASON CITY Iowa has an estimated shortage of 2,100 nurses this year and in 10 years, that number may rocket to more than 9,000, according to U.S. Rep. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Microsoft builds retail and adviser channels for Office Accounting Mar 17, 2008
Sage and QuickBooks are the dominant suppliers in the small business accounting software market. Rather than presenting Office Accounting as a "Sage-killer", Arnold said Microsoft was more interested in selling to the million businesses that either do not run computerised accounts, or use Excel. (Accounting Web, UK)
A Buyer's Guide to Time-Tracking Software Mar 15, 2008
In addition, some small business accounting programs offer time-tracking utilities. For example, the add-on program lets you and your employees enter, track and submit time spent on the job. (SmallBusinessComputing)
GTA not the only reason EA wants to steal Take-Two Feb 26, 2008
com: Grand Theft Auto not the only reason EA wants to steal Take-Two. Grand Theft Auto not the only reason EA wants to steal Take-Two. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Universal Warranty Unveils 'Paperless' F&I Sales Solutions Feb 10, 2008
" Finally, UWC also is changing business accounting processes to speed up the time it takes for contracts to be activated. In most cases, contracts submitted electronically will be activated and paid overnight, also using electronic transfer of funds. "Online Performance Suite streamlines the way dealers and independent agents do business with us," Callahan said. "Recognizing every dealer's business is different, this solution is designed to complement not compete or replace existing software. I... (PR Newswire)
Ford Work Solutions Rethinks What Trucks Do Feb 6, 2008
Users can access existing files on an office computer miles from the job site, open a word processing document, a spread sheet or their business accounting program, make updates and print them in the truck on an available Ford-certified, on-board, Bluetooth-enabled, battery-powered inkjet printer. Powered by Microsoft Auto, the system provides high-speed Internet access via the Sprint Mobile Broadband Network. (Jalopnik)
Local entrepreneur has gone international Jan 30, 2008
Forest City Summit Britt News. SUMMIT PHOTO BY MARY LODEN Rhonda Jordal, owner of Memories akes Quilts, shows off one of her many quilt patterns with a matching accessory. (Forest City Summit, IO)
A Recession-Proof Corner Of The Tech Sector Jan 23, 2008
(Microsoft unsuccessfully attempted to buy Intuit in the past, with the single objective of entering the SME segment via Intuit's killer app--small business accounting software. . (Forbes -- Technology)
GSK, AstraZeneca confirm in British Iraq 'bribes' probe Jan 12, 2008
GSK, AstraZeneca confirm in British Iraq 'bribes' probe - Yahoo. Secondary Navigation. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
MS narrows in on Home Server bug Jan 1, 2008
He also said that although the WHS team was aware of file corruption reports related to Torrent applications, Intuit Inc.'s Quicken personal finance program and Intuit's QuickBooks small business accounting software, it has not been able to reproduce the bug on its test systems. In addition, Headrick put the responsibility for any problems with Quicken on users' shoulders. (InfoWorld)
Office Accounting Is Still Free, Now Bilingual Nov 16, 2007
There are few absolutes in life, but one is that QuickBooks has a firm grasp on the small business accounting market ... While Microsoft dropped the phrase " last fall, the product is aimed at companies with fewer than 25 employees especially new small businesses. In the third release of its small business accounting offering, Microsoft today announced Microsoft Office Accounting 2008. In addition to a modest repertoire of new features, Office Accounting 2008 now includes a bilingual... (SmallBusinessComputing)
Microsoft launches Office Accounting 2008 Nov 16, 2007
Is this going to change the face of small business accounting in the UK ... Sage, QuickBooks, MYOB, etc have been pushing out entry-level and micro-business products over the last couple of years, but it looks like times up Office Accounting 2008 Express is totally FREE and does a far better job than many of the current small business accounting packages, so expect some realignment in the UK market. (Accounting Web, UK)
* The EU's attack on big US firms is a big mistake Nov 5, 2007
Consider computer operating systems, business accounting software, databases, Internet search engines, silicone chips, broadband services, cable and cellular telephony. All are examples of fast-moving industries in which competition is fierce and great wealth is created. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Software satisfaction: 'What customers want to see is communication'. By John Stokdyk Oct 17, 2007
One of the most impressive turnarounds in this area was achieved by the winner of the small business accounting software award, Intuit QuickBooks, which runs a net promoter survey as one of several initiatives to sharpen its focus on customer satisfaction. QuickBooks UK product manager Kamlesh Rajyaguru acknowledged a dip in both customer satisfaction and market share back highlighted by AccountingWEB's. (Accounting Web, UK)
Beyond recognition: Success at the SSAs. By Louise Druce Oct 11, 2007
One such company was Intuit QuickBooks, last year's winner for ease of use, which returned to take home the small business accounting award. "Im not surprised at all," said Kamlesh Rajyaguru, Intuit's product manager, who obviously harbours a hope to make it a hat trick next year. (Accounting Web, UK)
2007 Business Software Satisfaction Awards - The results Oct 10, 2007
Small Business Accounting SoftwareWinner Intuit QuickBooksNominees Mamut Business, MYOBHonourable mentions MoneyManager, Pastel. Mid-Range Accounting Software WinnerAccess DimensionsNominees Pegasus Opera II, ExchequerHonourable mentions Topaz, Microsoft Dynamics GP, Infor SunSystems. (Accounting Web, UK)
Online software review: Validis. By Nigel Harris Oct 3, 2007
While the selection is initially limited to the big three small business accounting programs, the company plans to add further accounting packages in due course, right up to Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle and SAP. From what the company has been saying about the organisations it has been meeting recently, it also looks like you may start encountering Validis from a lot of different directions. Pricing is flexible and extremely reasonable from 15 for a one-off basic report (or 35 with review... (Accounting Web, UK)
QuickBooks Mac to be updated in 2008 Sep 29, 2007
this week introduced QuickBooks 2008 for the PC, a new version of its small business accounting software. A Mac version wasn t announced, but Intuit has provided a statement regarding the future of Mac QuickBooks. (MacCentral)
QuickBooks Unveils 2008 Models Sep 25, 2007
It means the chance to see what's new in the leading small business accounting application. Just as that car buff might be impressed with the 2008 models of the newest Mustang or Corvette, but still not plan to buy one, many of you may admire the new capabilities Intuit adds each year. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Sub-1000 version of Exchequer a serious alternative to Sage? By David Carter Sep 9, 2007
There are many components of an accounting system business accounting, accounts production, payroll, on-line filing with HMRC. At the moment accountants have to bolt together the different components from different suppliers. Wouldnt it be easier to buy all the components from a single supplier who has integrated them together into one big end-to-end accounting system. (Accounting Web, UK)
IPhone Gets Parental Controls Sep 6, 2007
05-Sep-2007 Users of the popular QuickBooks small business accounting software have been warned that they risk losing data and control of their PCs to hackers. 05-Sep-2007 Need to see Steve Jobs manhandle the new iPods. (PC World)
Software Satisfaction Awards - accountancy's front-runners. By John Stokdyk Aug 30, 2007
Small business accounting softwareThis category attracted responses from more than half of those surveyed, but presented few surprises. Last year's awards in this category were split between QuickBooks, MYOB, Sage and Mamut. (Accounting Web, UK)
Quick Take: Tech That Keeps You on the Move Aug 14, 2007
Peachtree Travels with TripsWare Importing travel expenses into a small business accounting program isn't always easy. Can you say double-data entry. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Something gnu for coin counting Aug 13, 2007
After years of living in the Linux wilderness, Gnucash, the open-source small business accounting program, now runs on Windows. Popular with Linux users, the program isn't likely to threaten Quicken and MYOB's market dominance in the immediate future. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
First sight of Sage 50 Accounts 2008. By John Stokdyk Aug 3, 2007
The annual upgrade has become a feature of the small business accounting software world, but apart from the name change, Sage 50 is more about incremental enhancements and functional additions rather than a major technology overhaul. In an online preview with AccountingWEB, Sage research opment chief Stuart Lynn highlighted three key areas in the new product. (Accounting Web, UK)
Sage goes into overdrive for launch of new 50 range Jul 10, 2007
When it appears later in the summer, Sage's flagship small business accounting program, formerly known as Line 50, will collect its third brand identity, having started life as Sage Sterling. Sage 50 will become an umbrella brand, with the core accounting product accompanied by a collection of companion applications such as HR, forecasting and payroll. (Accounting Web, UK)
TinyBooks 5 adds estimate printing, improves invoices Jul 3, 2007
0, a major update to their family and small business accounting software for the Mac. It costs $49. (MacCentral)
Poets Among Us Jun 22, 2007
The prize package includes $100,000 start-up capital, a rent-free commercial storefront in New York City for a year and all the Microsoft Small Business Accounting Software they can handle. "Although we enjoy the touring aspect of what we do, it'll be nice to have a home base, to do more things locally," Mr. Tarazevits says. (Cranbury Press, NJ)
Hirai: 380 PS3 titles in next 12 months Jun 22, 2007
It's business accounting. has nothing to do what you, or I, hope or dream for. (GameSpot)
Wal-Mart: $4 generics now 38 pct of filled scripts Jun 12, 2007
Small business accounting software. Easy to learn and use. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Small business accounting software resources - index May 30, 2007
An Any Answers question posted last week by Simon Lever highlighted the dearth of independent information on the web comparing bookkeeping applications suitable for small and start-up businesses. For the past six years, AccountingWEB's IT Zone and its readers have been exploring this area of the market, but as Simon noted, there is no single place where you can find all the relevant information. (Accounting Web, UK)
Microsoft unfazed by rivals selling software as a service Feb 28, 2007
The variation of Office Small Business Accounting is not ad-supported, but Microsoft hopes that by giving the product away it will turn people into paying customers down the road. It's our effort to leapfrog other people. (Globe and Mail)
POS Gives Small Retailers Big Boost Feb 23, 2007
0 includes Microsoft Office Accounting Professional 2007, a full-featured small business accounting product. (The application also integrates with 's popular QuickBooks 2003 and later versions. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Local to demonstrate Windows Vista software Feb 1, 2007
Training will include Microsoft Office 2007, Exchange Server 2007, point-ofsale, small business accounting, smart phones and PDAs. David Diskin, owner of Applied Office in Lodi, poses for a quick portrait next to the new Microsoft Vista software he is teaching people how to use. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Small Businesses Pick the Best Products of the Year Jan 24, 2007
" The feature is designed tell you at a glance the health of your network, anti-virus software, firewall and other server elements. Microsoft also slashed 13 percent off the price of its Premium version server software. Software and Services Productivity Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Runner-up: FileMaker Pro 8.5 Accounting and Finance QuickBooks Premier 2007 (Intuit) Runner-up: Peachtree by Sage Premium Accounting 2007 Graphics and Multimedia Adobe Photoshop Elements 5.0... (SmallBusinessComputing)
Microsoft Wants You to Check Out New POS Software Jan 17, 2007
According to Brendan O'Meara, general manager for Dynamics POS Solutions, at Microsoft, the new version offers an improved user interface and inventory tracking, makes transaction processing faster and more accurate, integrates POS with small business accounting software, offers a high level of customer service, broadens the options for payments and provides more reporting. You can customize point-of-sale screens for your store by add custom buttons and images. (SmallBusinessComputing)
EBay Pressured to Move on Skype Jan 9, 2007
When eBay Chief Executive Meg Whitman acquired Skype in fall 2005, she said, "by combining the two leading e-commerce franchises, eBay and PayPal, with [Skype], we will create an extraordinarily powerful environment for business on the Net." The deal, valued at $2. 6 billion in cash and stock, plus an extra $1. (BusinessWeek)
