May 13, 2019 | Technology Innovation
Are you looking for practical accounting tools? Do yourself a favor and steer clear of ‘free’ or ‘cheap’ accounting software. Accounting programs that advertise as ‘free’ or ‘cheap’ online accounting software will only add to your frustrations. So, let’s...
Apr 29, 2019 | Accounting Insights, Technology Innovation
One of the pillars of your organization’s financial management system is the general ledger. Cloud-based accounting software has certainly made general ledger accounting much easier, but only with the right software features. Let’s take a brief look at the...
Apr 1, 2019 | Technology Innovation
Your employees are thanking you because you’ve decided to streamline your business by investing in Salesforce – but welcoming your company to the 21st century doesn’t stop there. All of a sudden you realize you need new accounting software. As it happens though,...
Feb 11, 2019 | Accounting Insights, Technology Innovation
Good financial management is the backbone of a successful business strategy and begins with the accounting and finance departments. Efficiency is key to execution, especially for lean entrepreneurs and organizations gearing up to tackle ambitious goals. The good news...
Jan 14, 2019 | Technology Innovation
As science and technology rapidly advance, employees are growing increasingly worried about whether the human element will become totally obsolete in key business roles. In the financial world, accounting software is poised to become even faster and less labor...
Dec 14, 2018 | Technology Innovation
Ever feel stretched so thin that you can’t manage the workload? This is exactly what ineffectively rendered integrations can do to your management system. Integration pitfalls run deep and the result is an information system that isn’t a system, but a poorly drawn web...
Dec 10, 2018 | Technology Innovation
As the world grows more complex, good software has become tailored to address essential functionalities while providing simplicity to the user. Today, there are many accounting applications developed to support specific industries. Industry-specific accounting...
Nov 12, 2018 | Technology Innovation
We all know that groceries such as milk and produce have expiration dates, but so does the accounting data that guides your business. While it is important to keep a record of your transactions and bookkeeping, accounting data still has a shelf life. You wouldn’t use...
Nov 6, 2018 | Technology Innovation
Software integrations exist because different users or functions of the business need to bring together data housed within different applications to do their job. Even for companies operating purely in the cloud, the total efficiency, accuracy, reliability, and...
Oct 29, 2018 | Technology Innovation
We live in a sea of software. Need help with marketing? There’s an app for that. Inventory tracking? No problem. There are thousands of support software on the market today, and they’re all vying for the chance to streamline and strengthen your business. Sounds great,...
Oct 22, 2018 | Technology Innovation
Originally, the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) IT environments controlled different areas of business management, two halves of a whole instead of a consolidated system that seamlessly managed the organization. The...
Oct 8, 2018 | Technology Innovation
All businesses seek the best ways to save money, boost productivity, and organize workflow. IT, of course, has become a major resource in accomplishing these goals. As technology develops, some software applications and platforms simply become more advanced and...
Jul 3, 2018 | Technology Innovation
Let’s face it, there are numerous accounting software providers in the market today. Each of them provides their own unique set of tools and features. With tons to choose from, what sets the best accounting solutions apart from the rest? What qualities should you look...
Feb 19, 2018 | Technology Innovation
One of the biggest stumbling blocks a person endures when navigating in accounting is that the field’s terms or jargon often have many different connotations. And when also you factor how these terms apply to your own business management systems, it’s easy to get...
Dec 18, 2017 | Product News, Technology Innovation
Looking back at this year, there were many exciting milestones in the realm of Salesforce and supporting cloud technology. The AppExchange reached new heights with more than Five Million installs. Also, according to a recent study conducted by IDC on the Salesforce...
Nov 16, 2017 | Technology Innovation
Whenever we need help with choosing the best product or service, we often look to experts and referrals for insight. This especially holds true when searching for the ideal SaaS solution for your company.Cloud Mentor are experts in this domain. They...
Oct 18, 2017 | Technology Innovation
A common system conundrum Nonprofit organizations often face is how to best tie their relationships or donors to their accounting data. Regardless if your organization tracks grants or donations, its contacts, fundraising, and back office data do not have to be...
Sep 25, 2017 | Customer Success, Technology Innovation
Custom Accounting for Custom Apparel Everyone has their favorite t-shirt. Its design and comfort make it the go-to attire in our weekly wardrobe rotation. What happens when you outgrow or need a replacement? Real Thread is the answer. Their business is...
Sep 5, 2017 | Technology Innovation
Month end reporting is a task many of us dread. While your accounting software may have the tools to process financial results, you may still find yourself tirelessly cross-checking revenue and expenses between multiple business systems. The time it takes to audit,...
Aug 21, 2017 | Technology Innovation
What is the most efficient way to manage company data? While front and back offices have different functional requirements for tracking performance, Sales, Accounting, and Inventory information does not have to be sourced from multiple databases or software systems....
Aug 1, 2017 | Technology Innovation
Forecasting and Business Intelligence are a common practice used by companies to drive actionable results and to adjust for market fluctuations. However, accurately gauging how change will impact future sales, company budget or overall bottom line can be difficult to...
Jul 19, 2017 | Technology Innovation
Last month, Salesforce launched its highly anticipated Summer ‘17 Lightning Release. As with every Lightning release, I am compelled to test drive it to see how the back office and Accounting Seed can benefit from the enhanced UI experience. Below are six features in...
Jun 5, 2017 | Technology Innovation
Let’s face it, we have a slew of data we track and manage on a daily basis. When it comes to maintaining accurate books, accounting information has to be recorded and updated in a timely manner. From journal entries to budgets, applications like...
May 15, 2017 | Customer Success, Technology Innovation
Achieving Full Back Office Visibility One PO at a Time Automation is not just a process valued among the CRM community. It is also applied every day by industrial machines. From factory production to HVAC systems, machinery is used to automate comfort, output, and...
May 1, 2017 | Technology Innovation
What happens when two leading native Salesforce apps specializing in Accounting, MRP, and ERP join forces? You receive one comprehensive supercharged business management solution for distributors and manufacturers alike. Such a solution is now available courtesy of...
Apr 17, 2017 | Technology Innovation
Many of us have experienced both the excitement and headaches associated with moving into a new home. Not unlike migrating to a new business management solution, certain systems should be in place prior to settling in. For example, it would be ridiculous to move into...
Mar 27, 2017 | Technology Innovation
Planes, trains, boats and tractor trailers. There are a variety of modes and carriers to choose from when transporting freight. If you manage logistics for your company, routine tasks ranging from pricing, scheduling, tracking of shipments, to processing...
Mar 13, 2017 | Customer Success, Technology Innovation
Extracting the Finest Ingredients Through Cloud-Based Technology Cloud-based technology can be compared to cooking. The pairing of specific ingredients or complimentary apps will achieve the finest results. Kolossos is no stranger to both. They are national...
Jan 23, 2017 | Technology Innovation
The start of the tax season is upon us. As we begin to collect last year’s earnings and financial data for the IRS, our Accounting department is often put through its paces. With applications like Accounting Seed, you can reduce the stress often associated with tax...
Dec 14, 2016 | Technology Innovation
As 2016 comes to a close, we begin to reflect on current accomplishments as well as fine tune our business processes for the coming year. What an opportune time for calendar year based companies to switch to a better accounting application? Here are...
