3 Types of People that Impede Accounting ERP Software Training

Accounting ERP Training Personality Types

Software training is one of the most important aspects of the accounting ERP implementation process and is also one of the most costly and resource-intensive. This is especially true for businesses that transition from introductory software such as QuickBooks, or manual processes, as there is a significant learning curve when it comes to using true … Read more

Demonstrating the Value of Enterprise Software to Employees

value of ERP software in a business

Inherent in its name, “Enterprise Software” (also known as ERP)  is a software solution that will affect all aspects of a business. If you decide your company needs a fully integrated solution, the software you select will need functionality to help manage sales, accounting and financials, warehouse and operations, customer service and everything in between.  … Read more

Factors to Consider When Upgrading Software: Employee Skill Set

growing

Introductory software systems, such as QuickBooks, are great tools for small and start-up businesses.    They require minimal training and set-up, are intuitive and easy to use and come with a relatively low price tag.  However, as your business grows and order volume increases, there may come a time where more robust accounting ERP software is required.  … Read more

How Your Entire Company Can Benefit from ERP Software

ERP software for your whole team

All-in-one accounting and inventory software (also known as ERP) is designed to manage way more than just inventory and accounting. ERP software is designed to manage all aspects of a company’s operations and will provide benefits to employees in every department. That is one of the main benefits of switching to ERP: the system will … Read more

Are Unconscious Biases Preventing Your Company from Making the Right Decisions?

unconscious bias

Every day people make decisions; some are very simple and therefore unconsciously made, and some involve a lengthy process of evaluating and comparing options before making a choice.  Whether making a simple decision or a complex one, we are not as rational as we tend to believe, and these decisions are often made based on emotions and … Read more

Comparing Purchasing Software vs. Hiring an Employee

Scale weighing two options

We’ve previously discussed the importance of planning ahead in order to achieve your strategic goals. While company growth is exciting, it often means that current processes and strategies need to be updated. For example, how are you currently managing your accounting and inventory? If you are using QuickBooks, you may need to upgrade to a … Read more

Getting Employees Onboard for Software Change

Getting Employees Onboard for Software Change

One of the hardest barriers to overcome when making organizational changes (such as implementing a new inventory and accounting system) is getting employees on board with the changes.  Although resistance from employees is a natural reaction, there are certain steps that you can take as a manager to help ease the transition to a new … Read more

Let’s Lose the Manager

Less people = more productivity: let’s get rid of redundant management… Scott is the controller at a food ingredients importer and distributor using my employer’s inventory management software. The company also engages in food production, blending ingredients. Here’s what happened recently, in Scott’s own words: “I had to cover off production in the back during … Read more