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Cyber security breaches have consistently been on the rise. Hackers are developing new and complex strategies to access your sensitive information. If it doesn’t work the first time, they’re sure to try again.
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If you’re looking to automate email invoice delivery to your customers and vendors, you’re in luck! With the release of Sage 300 2022.2, you can now email documents using Microsoft 365.
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Apple released an emergency software update, iOS 15.6.1, in response to security vulnerabilities in certain versions of their devices, including iPhones, iPads and Mac computers. The vulnerabilities would open the opportunity for a hacker to have full control of these devices.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution
Managing the supply chain for your business means ensuring you balance the right combination of cost control, accurate lead times, inventory and service level.
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For any organization with staff members reporting expenses, you need to establish policies to clearly lay out what kinds of costs are reimbursable. With expense report policies in place, you can ensure your employees are on the same page while maintaining visibility into costs and keeping them under control. As your organization grows and develops, you can amend or add to policies as needed.
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From October 2022 to March 2023, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central will be updated with new functionalities included in the 2022 release wave 2. The highlights of the release include rebranded terminology, enhanced bank reconciliation, improvements to report layouts and more.
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A powerful enterprise resource planning (ERP) system is central to optimizing operations across roles and departments. However, ERPs don’t automate accounts payable (AP) processes. AP is consistently ranked by financial executives as the single most time-consuming function in finance — but don’t worry! You can advance your AP processes with payables automation to get the most out of your ERP investment.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution
There’s no doubt we’re experiencing massive inflation, and with that comes more pressure on your business and its bottom line. The inflation rate jumped to 7% in 2021, and in a recent Conference Board survey of a group of 900 CEOs, 55% said they expect price pressures to persist until at least 2023.
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A payment acceptance platform can provide a great deal of value if you’re looking to automate your business’s accounts receivable (AR) processes.
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Providing digital payment options like credit cards and automated clearing house (ACH) payments can increase sales and improve cash flow. However, working with multiple payment processing systems can create challenges for your sales, order management and accounting staff.
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The second product update for Sage 300 2022 (version 2022.2) is now available and includes new security features.
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Are your current business processes in need of an update? Even if your workflows are tried and true, switching to more efficient operations increases productivity and saves you from unnecessary costs. If you’re not considering how to innovate your everyday functions, your organization is bound to fall short of reaching its full potential.
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Efficiency is key to the success of small and rapidly growing organizations. With NetSuite, you can maintain that momentum with the ability to manage all aspects of your organization in a single system. NetSuite SuiteSuccess Starter Edition is designed from a set of leading practices that pave a clear path to success and are proven to deliver rapid business value and get you live on NetSuite in a predictable timeframe.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Service Businesses
The success of a project in a service business depends on accurate time and expense inputs, billing rules, workflows and processes. Inaccuracies introduce billing errors and these mistakes damage customer relationships, impact your reputation and put future business at risk. Inaccurate or late billing also results in delayed or disputed payments, which impacts cash flow—something many businesses already struggle with.
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Apparel, Footwear and Accessories | ERP and CRM Systems
As a starter system for fashion companies, QuickBooks is a logical and economical choice. QuickBooks provides the basic functionality any fashion business needs in a financial management system—managing a company’s chart of accounts and its relationships with vendors and customers through accounts payable and accounts receivable.
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When people think of workflows in an ERP system, they generally think about approval workflows. However, NetSuite’s workflow management system, SuiteFlow, extends that definition by allowing your ERP system to work smarter for you.
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The conflict in Ukraine should serve as a reminder to review your cyber security, backup/disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Forbes reported that “immediately after the conflict broke out, suspected Russian-sourced cyberattacks were observed over a 48-hour period at an increase of over 800%.”
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration
Back in January of 2017, I wrote a blog post called “The Benefits and Magic of Virtualization for your Organization’s Computer Network.” Over five years have gone by, and since then, a lot has changed. We’ve been through a pandemic that pushed a lot of people into a 100% virtual world. It’s time to bring you up to speed on what has changed, what hasn’t changed and what’s new and exciting in the world of virtualization.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution
Over the years, small to midsized manufacturing companies have pieced together multiple applications to run their operations, from accounting to order fulfillment, to sales and marketing. This infrastructure lacks many capabilities, limits visibility into essential business information and doesn’t allow companies to adapt to changing market conditions and new business models. This piecemeal approach results in companies trying to grow by adding even more systems or niche applications—which often aren’t integrated with each other and exacerbate inefficiencies.
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If you’re considering transitioning to NetSuite, it’s important to set expectations and understand what the overall cost will be to your organization. You need to know how each aspect of the software is priced and what goes into the bottom line.
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The first product update for Sage 300 Version 2022 (2022 R1) is now available. Let’s look at the enhancements added in this latest software release and how you can take advantage of these features.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Nonprofit
For nonprofit organizations, financial sustainability is built upon the timely review and reporting of financial activities to constituents. With the increasing need to accurately measure outcomes, rising donor expectations and massive changes in the nonprofit business model, nonprofit organizations can’t afford to use obsolete technologies that can’t provide real-time visibility and insight into their operations, expenses and mission progress.
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In the global market, businesses must be data driven, innovative and able to scale rapidly in response to changing market dynamics and customer demands. When operating internationally, your business needs a solution that allows you to execute at a global scale by providing country-specific capabilities, enabling you to meet local compliance and reporting obligations wherever you do business in the world.
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One of the most helpful features of NetSuite is SuiteAnswers. SuiteAnswers gives users the ability to easily find information while working within the NetSuite ERP application through a knowledgebase of support articles, help topics, training videos, SuiteWorld presentations and user guides.
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As a seasoned consultant, I have zero tolerance for an ERP system that isn’t helping you or your business. That’s why it’s essential to build the perfect ERP system that meets your needs from the get-go. How does that happen? Communication BEFORE the implementation process begins.
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I see every new ERP implementation as a challenge to find the best possible solution. No matter how many times I install accounting software, I always learn something new. My favorite part of an ERP system implementation is gathering more knowledge to use and share. I am always learning and working with the latest technologies — you may not be aware of just how powerful an ERP system can be. Sometimes, I think I get more excited than the end users!
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Bad actors have too many methods to take advantage of vulnerable organizations, and they’re getting more sophisticated with time. That’s why it’s imperative that your organization is aware of potential cyber threats and has the right measures in place to avoid falling victim to an attack.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Nonprofit
There’s no question that nonprofit organizations have faced countless challenges over the course of the past two years. As the need for your important efforts escalates, your organization has to keep up. Couple that need with a technology infrastructure that fails to meet demands and you’re at a complete disadvantage. Your organization requires reliable operations to stay afloat and excel in fulfilling your mission to serve.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution
Even though barcodes are easy to create, only about half of businesses are using mobile scanners in their warehouses and fulfillment centers today. For small businesses, it may seem like something to strive for when they’re bigger. The reality is that mobile scanning is easy and inexpensive to adopt, and you will likely benefit far earlier than you may expect.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Service Businesses
Service businesses of any size often face similar challenges in their pursuit of growth. Whether scaling from a start-up or a mid-sized business, there are impediments to growth both inside and outside the organization.
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Apparel, Footwear and Accessories | ERP and CRM Systems
As the pace of change in business accelerates—especially for those still relying on aged, on-premise ERP systems—apparel, footwear and accessory (AFA) companies are struggling to keep up. Coupled with the current state of labor shortages and issues with staff retention, your business needs to be up-to-speed on the latest industry best practices to ensure improvement and efficiency across all your processes.
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At this point, you’ve likely heard about the Apache Log4j vulnerability and the severity of the issue. With all of the buzz around the security flaw, you need to know what exactly the threat is and who it potentially affects.
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Apparel, Footwear and Accessories | ERP and CRM Systems
Apparel, footwear and accessory (AFA) companies operate as manufacturers, wholesale distributors and retailers. Since your business is wearing many different hats, you need one solution that can accommodate the complexities of servicing multiple customer types across all channels of business.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Nonprofit
Baltimore Youth Cycling (BYC) is a nonprofit that introduces kids to bike racing and develops junior bike racers through their road and cyclocross racing programs. BYC is 100% volunteer-run and relies on electronic systems to keep their operations running smoothly. As BYC entered their seventh year, they decided to move from QuickBooks Online to NetSuite’s SuiteSuccess for Social Impact edition. Why the change, and how did the switch go?
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
Expense reports are essential to monitoring spending and tracking the costs incurred from your business operations. Whether they’re monthly, long term or recurring, it's important to analyze this information to get a clear view of your organization’s spending patterns and trends to see if they match forecasts and where you can reduce costs.
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With the holidays right around the corner, we’ve put together a few tips and tricks to look out for while doing your online shopping. In recent years, online shopping has grown exponentially in comparison to shopping in-person - and bad actors are aware of this shift. They will be working overtime to try and scam you, steal your credit card, get their hands on your banking or personal information and a whole lot more. But you don’t have to fall victim to their tactics.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Nonprofit
You don’t want to be the last in line when it comes to modernizing your organization’s processes. Staying up-to-speed with what is on the horizon allows your nonprofit to master and measure mission impact effectively. Infrastructure needs are changing and it’s critical that you have a solution that integrates fundraising, finance and program metrics data to display outcomes and chart the path ahead.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
If you’re relying on separate systems to execute your organization’s essential functions, chances are you’ve been faced with challenges regarding information accessibility, accuracy, consistency and so forth. It might seem like these challenges are a given and just growing pains as your business or nonprofit expands. The fact is, those growing pains are never ending unless you find a technology system that can support all aspects of your organization.
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Be it your doorbell, thermostat, garage door or even the new coffee maker, your home likely has several devices and appliances that connect to the internet. It may seem like this capability is an added benefit of these items to modernize your space and make your life easier. Although the connectivity provides an added convenience, each device that hooks up to your home’s Wi-Fi can be troublesome and threaten your overall network security.
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With growing demand and the push to modernize processes, many businesses are opting to ditch their in-house servers and move their ERP systems to cloud or hosted services. There are many benefits to making this change including reduced IT costs, increased flexibility, easing of resource demands and improved performance. Though this is the natural next step to modernizing your ERP system, the migration may seem daunting and there’s a chance you’ll run into questions along the way. Luckily, there are ways to make the process easier!
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution | Service Businesses
Your business must be prepped with the supplies it needs in order to operate. For that reason, having a reliable procurement process is essential for your business’s success. While going through the procurement process, you need to establish and maintain effective communication with vendors and guarantee accurate payment and purchase tracking information. This ensures you have what you need to accomplish your end goal of providing your customers with a high-quality experience.
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It’s October and that means one thing. Well, it actually means a few things: Halloween, hayrides, pumpkins and spice and everything else that’s nice. But October is also Cyber Security Awareness Month. The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) theme for this October is “Do your part. #BeCyberSmart.”
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We live in a digital age with usernames, passwords, biometric logins and so much more. Like it or not, it’s here to stay. But having all these passwords can be confusing and frustrating. How do you keep track of them all? And how do you make sure they’re secure enough to fend off hackers?
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ERP and CRM Systems | Service Businesses
Although inventory plays a different role than in other industries, it is no less significant to running your service business. The quality of your services and the satisfaction of your customers depend on the materials your business uses to get the job done. That is why properly managing your inventory is imperative.
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When a business has employees who work remotely in any capacity, network access and communication between employees and customers becomes even more essential. As more businesses acclimate to a remote setup, it’s important to make sure you’re fully maximizing the productivity of your workforce.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution
Balancing supply and demand in your manufacturing or distribution business is a delicate process. Both an art and a science, good supply planning ensures that your business has the right combination of cost control, lead times and service level. Supply planning and demand planning go arm in arm in the manufacturing and distribution industry. Supply planning is part of supply chain management and helps determine how to best fulfill the requirements outlined in your demand plan.
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With any update to your ERP system, it’s important to understand how to take full advantage of new capabilities. You may have noticed that each new release of Sage 300 features new web screens. But you might still be wondering what web screens are and how they’re useful to you.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Nonprofit
Accurately assessing and reporting the results of your work is critical to determining your nonprofit’s impact. How else can you tell if funding is being used appropriately or if your organization is accomplishing its goals? Clear methods of gathering and analyzing program outcomes are a must-have to legitimize your organization and its cause. You want to convey your efforts in a way that shows not only your organization's purpose, but its worth.
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When thinking about anti-malware products, most people think Norton, McAfee, Webroot, Trend Micro and so on, but not too many people think of WatchGuard. Don’t they just make firewalls? Actually, that’s no longer the case. For years, WatchGuard has had anti-malware software that talks to the firewall, known as Threat Detection and Response (TDR). With TDR already in place, why would you also need Endpoint Protection Detection and Response (EPDR)? The truth is, EPDR could be the layer of protection that puts you ahead of sophisticated threats when other anti-malware measures miss the mark.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Service Businesses
If you’re in the service business industry, having real-time visibility and transparency in your finances is critical. As your business moves to the cloud, you may be wondering how you could streamline your billing process to make the experience seamless for your customers. With the move to a subscription economy, businesses need a way to generate invoices that accurately reflect pricing and consumption over a defined period.
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What would be your first reaction if your business got hit with a ransomware attack? Many business owners would jump to pay the ransom, as it seems like the quickest and most painless way to get operations back to normal.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution
If you’re a manufacturer or wholesale distributor, you’re most likely looking to increase labor productivity, reduce handling time and optimize space utilization. This can be a daunting task unless you have a tool in place that gives you a 360-degree view of your warehouse operations. NetSuite’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) optimizes day-to-day warehouse operations using industry leading best practices — including intelligent pick and pack processes, handheld barcode scanning, cycle counting and integration with shipping systems — to run your warehouse more efficiently and minimize handling costs.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Nonprofit
Finance and fundraising departments meet and greet at each transaction. Fundraising connects the transaction to an organization, a household or an individual—and further—needs to track and report on marketing data associated with the transaction. Fundraisers need to make sure that their campaigns for programs are well-funded. Accounting manages each transaction from both a revenue and expense perspective. Having constituent management and accounting within the same technology will unite these two departments and ensure the long-term success of a nonprofit’s mission. But where should you turn to bridge the gaps between finance and fundraising to prepare your organization’s meaningful work for lift-off?
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | Networking
Adopting a new technology tool can sometimes feel like more trouble than it’s worth because of the steep learning curve. It’d be nice if everything you already knew how to use was simply ushered into the next tool. You’re used to current workflows, but you can’t completely forgo the efficiencies that come with the latest in cloud technologies, especially when growing your business. Luckily, Microsoft Windows 365 combines the power and security of the cloud with the versatility and simplicity of the PC.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Nonprofit
Different departments have different priorities. Misalignment between a nonprofit’s departments can wreak havoc in the board room and cause disruptions in key areas of the organization. Integrating information is essential for your fundraising and finance teams to successfully align and contribute to your nonprofit’s mission, but it isn’t easy.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution
On-premise legacy systems and tools, box store relationships and simple processes. For generations, companies in the wholesale distribution industry had everything they needed within their facilities and existing networks to keep things running and their businesses thriving. Not anymore. Simply put: wholesale distributors are at a crossroads, and it’s time to make a decision. Continue with business as usual, or optimize your business with industry best practices.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Service Businesses
With the globalization of business, you’ll want a source of dependable revenue management to avoid economic mishaps in your service organization. Raise your hand if you use multiple spreadsheets to track financial data. You’re not alone. In this day and age, revenue management can no longer live in spreadsheets.
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Construction & Real Estate | Cyber Security | Government Contractors | Healthcare | Manufacturing & Distribution | Networking | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
Business owners continue to learn the importance of going on the offensive to fend off cyber attacks. Unfortunately, many learn the hard away — after they’ve experienced a costly attack. With a slew of cyber security products hitting the market over the last few years, it’s hard to know which ones to select for your business. I’m here to fill you in on one of my favorite security tools.
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Designing, manufacturing, distributing and selling a high-quality product doesn’t happen by accident. It requires a company-wide commitment to enforce policies and standards. NetSuite’s Quality Management solution is designed to help manufacturers deliver the highest-quality products with minimal overhead regardless of the size and complexity of business and product line. Specifically, NetSuite helps manufacturers define inspection plans, pass/fail criteria and collect results — all in real-time.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution
Without a doubt, scheduling is one of the most complex functions within a manufacturing business. For years, the challenge has always been to find a solution that has the complexity to achieve the desired results while still being user friendly. Let’s pull back the curtain on a feature-rich scheduling tool built with manufacturers in mind.
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Construction & Real Estate | Cyber Security | Government Contractors | Healthcare | Manufacturing & Distribution | Networking | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
Another malicious cyber attack was reported just before the July 4 holiday weekend. This one hit close to home here at Gross Mendelsohn. Before I go into the details, rest assured that we were not affected. This massive ransomware attack is one of many recent incidents that provides further proof that every business needs to take cyber security seriously, and put measures into place to prevent a disastrous attack.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Service Businesses
Looking to enhance project management for your service business? Good project management helps you improve oversight of your operations and maintain tighter control of project accounting. It provides key insights and helps you understand the true costs of the services you render and get an accurate and detailed view of profitability. Sound good? NetSuite Project Management is a tool that’ll help you do those things. Let’s look at what it offers to service businesses.
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When’s the last time you took a long, hard look at your business’s ecommerce platform? Your customers are using it every day. If they’re not having efficient, personalized experiences on your ecommerce site, you could be leaving money on the table. A seamless, easy-to-use ecommerce platform, quite simply, can help your business sell more product, keep customers happy, and fulfill orders accurately and efficiently. There’s nothing more frustrating as a customer than dealing with a disjointed order management system and being unable to see inventory in real-time. Those failures lead to brand discontent, business efficiency and frustrated customers.
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Manufacturers and distributors know how critical inventory management is. In fact, manufacturers and distributors who maintain proper inventory levels often enjoy increases in sales. Knowing how much inventory you have, how much you need for future sales and how to account for anomalies helps you plan for demand. Good demand planning solidifies how much product to manufacture, how much raw materials to keep on hand, and how much to ship to different locations. Likewise, distributors must forecast customer demand. All of that is easier said than done, but there are tools to help you sharpen your demand planning.
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Cyber Security | Government Contractors
Cyber security breaches are on the rise and there’s no clear end in sight. Breaches today are affecting businesses of all shapes, colors and sizes. Government contractors in particular are under increased pressure to demonstrate the cyber security measures they have in place. That’s because government contractors who fail to meet cyber security requirements will be ineligible for certain contracts.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Service Businesses
For thriving service companies, the right enterprise and business software can make all the difference between maintaining the status quo and scaling up to the next level. Progressive and innovative service companies are looking to create new business models that disrupt the status quo. Here’s how they do it.
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It’s all over the news: the Colonial Pipeline, JBS meat company and Massachusetts Steamship Authority have all been struck down by crippling ransomware attacks. Let’s look at why these cyber attacks are happening and, more importantly, what you need to do to safeguard your business from an attack.
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Construction & Real Estate | Cyber Security | Government Contractors | Healthcare | Service Businesses
Cyber attacks continue to be on the rise. That's why organizations are turning to new safeguards to protect their business, and their wallet, from the expense of a cyber attack.
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We’ve been deep in this new realm of remote work for more than a year now. Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Slack, GoToWebinar and virtual whiteboards are our daily norm. While software tools often get all the glory because of impressive user interfaces, fun virtual backgrounds and a constant flow of new features, let’s not forget about what powers those tools — hardware. I’m here to pull back the curtain on several tech innovations that will make your organization’s remote users more efficient than ever.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution
As your manufacturing or distributing business begins to take off, your main objective is to elevate productivity across your organization. You want your team to streamline lead-to-cash processes so they can improve sales performance through forecasting, upselling and outlining commission management like a pro. Successful companies adapt to their customers’ needs. Where possible, they replace manual processes with automated ones to improve responsiveness. Does your team have the right solution in place?
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration
Cloud hosting is all the rage. Chances are, some aspect of your organization’s technology lives in the cloud. But what does “cloud hosting” mean, and what do you need to know to evaluate whether it’s a good option for your business? One popular cloud host got some unwanted attention recently when they booted a social media platform whose conservative leanings were not to their liking. The social media platform went offline abruptly and scrambled to find a new host. This caused a media stir amidst the trend of “cancel culture” and prompted many business owners to ask, “Could that happen to me?”
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Looking for a way to make expense reporting a breeze, even with employees working outside the office? We’re investigating how the Gorilla Expense app integrates with Microsoft Dynamics GP, making it an easy, seamless and scalable solution for businesses of all sizes. This expense reporting method provides a smooth and automatic integration with Dynamics GP, as their proprietary integration software makes magic happen with the click of a button.
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The first product update for Sage 300 2021 is here, and it has some nifty features that you’ll want to take advantage of to improve your tax reporting. Let’s take a look at what’s new in this latest software release.
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One of the latest features to be released in Sage 300 2021 is the ability to accept payments through online service providers such as PayPal and Stripe. This seamless process will ensure your customers can pay you effortlessly through a trusted provider. Let’s take a look at how this works and how you can connect to a payment provider to jumpstart the process!
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution
Successful businesses often share these common traits: they efficiently manage fulfillment, eliminate manual work and manage only by exception. As customer expectations and supply chain complexity continue to rise, it is more critical than ever to deliver the perfect order. So, how does this happen efficiently and profitably?
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If you haven’t heard the news, there is a major zero-day exploit quickly spanning the globe. A zero-day exploit is an advanced cyber attack that exposes a vulnerability in software/hardware, which can create a series of complications before it is detected. Until the vulnerability is remediated, hackers can exploit it affecting your data and network. The most recent exploit is targeting local installations of Microsoft Exchange. Once attackers find a vulnerable Exchange server, they gain a foothold on that server and attempt to mine your data.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | ERP and CRM Systems
One of the coolest features of NetSuite is the ability to add custom fields and customize forms throughout the system – with no coding or programming required! Let’s take a deeper look at this unique feature.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | Manufacturing & Distribution
As your manufacturing and/or distribution business grows, it’s common to feel overwhelmed with increased orders and pressure from growing prospects. Today’s business environment demands efficient, transparent and automated order fulfillment. It’s what differentiates your business and creates loyal customers who buy more and become brand advocates. NetSuite Order Management enables you to meet and exceed rising customer expectations for quick, accurate order fulfillment, while profitably scaling your business. Let’s explore how you can grow and organize your business with NetSuite Order Management.
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.NET 5 has hit the scene and I have mixed feelings about it. Microsoft introduced .NET Framework in 2002 for developers to create programs to run on Windows. Since then, many alternative computing platforms have gained significant use including Linux, macOS and other Cloud and mobile platforms.
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Healthcare organizations are in a global state of emergency - not only due to the pandemic, but because hackers are targeting their cyber security shortcomings. Numerous studies show that the healthcare industry is the biggest target for hackers. Organizations that fall victim to a cyber attack could face hefty fines and significant reputation damage. Not only that, but your patient data could also be compromised, putting their information in the hands of a malicious hacker. I recently partnered with my colleague Steve Rutkovitz from Choice Cybersecurity to identify the current threats healthcare organizations are facing and how to minimize the risk of an attack in the future. Let’s jump in and explore the five-step process for how to take your HIPAA security to the next level and achieve true cyber health.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution
Has your manufacturing or distribution business hit a lull due to inventory control challenges? You’re not alone. I’ve been on the search for a tool that provides a single, real-time view of items, inventory and orders across all selling channels enabling businesses to fulfill orders quickly and accurately. That’s when I came across NetSuite’s award-winning inventory software, which allows your entire company to operate under one cloud-based integrated solution. So, what’s so special about this system?
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | ERP and CRM Systems
Looking to run your business more effectively? We’ve found that some built-in reports aren’t enough, which is why we turn to more powerful tools like Sage Enterprise Intelligence (SEI). SEI can convert all the data going into your Sage 300 system into actionable insights to run your business more efficiently. Here are four key benefits you should take advantage of when it comes to this robust and agile business intelligence reporting tool.
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‘Tis the season! But we’re not talking about holiday gifts, hot chocolate or cookies. It’s that time of year when Microsoft Dynamics GP users search for help with year-end closing procedures. We’ve got the guidance you’re looking for, in five simple steps.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | ERP and CRM Systems
As the year comes to a close, we are all looking to brighter days ahead of us. 2021 seems like a glimmering opportunity after the rollercoaster ride 2020 provided us.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | ERP and CRM Systems
Out with the old, in with the new! Sage 300 2021 is now available and it includes all the bells and whistles to streamline invoice and payment processing. Let’s jump in and explore what this new release has to offer!
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It’s that time of year! Microsoft Dynamics GP users are on the lookout for the annual year-end update. The 2020 year-end update is now available for Microsoft Dynamics GP 2016 and later.
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It’s no coincidence that the software that allows you to manage all key business functions has a strong appeal for marketers. With marketers in mind, NetSuite combines marketing, sales, service and accounting in one unified cloud platform, making it easy to get a real-time, 360-degree view of customers and prospects. In NetSuite, the data for all your sales and marketing functions reside within one database and does not require a single software integration. Most customer relationship management (CRM) and service systems, for example, require an integration with your accounting system - but that’s not the case with NetSuite.
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When bank statements and canceled checks arrive each month, they set off a tedious and time-consuming bank reconciliation process. The good news is that this process just got a lot faster and easier with the new Electronic Bank Feeds functionality in Sage 300 2020.2. So how will this new, faster process make a difference in your monthly accounting procedures? I’ll break it down for you!
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Construction & Real Estate | Cyber Security | Government Contractors | Healthcare | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
Did you know that October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month? I don’t think it’s a coincidence that this event occurs during the same month as Halloween - it’s a scary topic! Let’s review some of our team’s best practices, tips and “tricks” to keep your organization from experiencing something that goes bump in the night.
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Hot off the press! Microsoft just released the newest version of Dynamics GP. Microsoft has moved GP into the Modern Lifecycle meaning that to stay current on GP, you should plan on installing at least one service pack per year. There will no longer be “major” releases of GP as there were in the past. Moving to the new lifecycle means that you get new features faster and that those major upgrades can be handled much more quickly – as long as you stay current.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | ERP and CRM Systems
NetSuite’s Fixed Assets Management provides you with the power to eliminate spreadsheets and manual effort from your company’s asset and lease management processes. Today, I’m breaking down how easy it is to navigate this module in five simple steps. Let’s jump in!
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Reports show that government contractors are one of the largest targets for hackers. Businesses that fall victim to a cyber attack could face loss of contracts, reduced funding, significant reputable damage or substantial recovery fees. Most government contracts require FISMA (Federal Information Security Management Act) and NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) compliance to prevent security and cyber breaches.
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Whether you are a single site skilled nursing facility or a retirement community with hundreds of buildings, your purchase-to-pay process could probably use some fine tuning and automation. Perhaps it’s even in need of a complete overhaul. If you are looking to get the most out of your purchasing and invoice process, then you’ve come to the right place. We'll use one of our favorite solutions, PointClickCare, as a model for this process.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | Home Cyber Security
If you were fortunate, you were able to pivot your business to have your employees work from home quickly at the onset of the pandemic. As the crisis emerged, business owners scrambled to set-up remote access and patch together what was needed to ensure their employees could work from home successfully.
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Version 2020.2 of Sage 300 is now available.
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Construction & Real Estate | Cyber Security | Government Contractors | Healthcare | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
As the number of remote workers continues to rise, there are a handful of safety practices that all business owners, IT managers, and employees should be thinking about. Here are the most important practices to keep in mind.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | Fresh Ideas
This horrific pandemic has made many business owners wish they would have moved their financial and operational systems to the cloud, or at least thought of how they could access information remotely.
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Construction & Real Estate | Cyber Security | Government Contractors | Healthcare | Home Cyber Security | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
It’s World Password Day! Now is the perfect time to take inventory of your passwords and see how well you’re protecting your online data. Today’s password standards might look a little different than what you’d expect. Keep reading on to discover password best practices that keep cyber threats at bay.
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As Coronavirus has swept across the nation, we have all been grappling with the escalating challenges and unexpected changes that now arise daily.
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Now more than ever, it’s important to make it easier and safer for your customers to pay for services. With many people currently working from home, printing checks, not to mention getting them signed, can be difficult if not impossible. Even if your customers do manage to get checks out, you may also be working remotely and going to the office to pick up the mail may not be a safe option.
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You might be surprised to know that you don’t have to spend a fortune to be secure at home. The trick is to combine software tricks with best practices to create a secure home setup. Here are the security solutions you should invest in to protect your home devices from cyber intruders…
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In October, Microsoft released new updates to their programs. If you’re a Microsoft Dynamics GP user, you should know these important changes in your platform…
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If you’ve ever seen Disney’s 1999 classic, Smart House, you know that while having a smart house is cool and convenient, it can lead to some messy situations. Sure, there might not be a robot woman wreaking havoc on you and your family as you use home technology. But, the reality is a lot creepier. Our homes are becoming more “smart” every day. With the convenience of adjusting your thermostat from the road, there lies some risk. What if a hacker gets into your thermostat and adjusts the A/C to 60 degrees, making your electric bill skyrocket? What if someone could remotely view your cameras and tell when you were not home? Unfortunately, that is the world we are living in. Now we’re not saying that having a connected smart home is a bad or dangerous thing, but there are several ways you can protect yourself, your family and your home. Let’s start by seeing where home cyber threats are coming in…
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Construction & Real Estate | Cyber Security | Government Contractors | Healthcare | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
It’s National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM). Every October, the government publishes a few extra resources to build awareness about cyber security. Several organizations might think that involves purchasing a new software or signing up with a new IT team. While that can be the case, you don’t always have to empty your wallet to improve your organization’s cyber security. In celebration of NCSAM, we put together a quick list of free tools you can use to evaluate your organization’s cyber security level.
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You have many options when searching for the best managed services IT provider for your company. Finding the right fit can be overwhelming and stressful. Not to mention costly if you make the wrong choice. Here are three questions you should ask prospective tech companies before signing on the dotted line.
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What do you do when you find someone doing something illegal on the internet? There’s no superhero seeking out cyber criminals on your behalf and sending them off to the police department. You can call the police if you’ve experienced a substantial cyber-crime like a major ransomware hack or identity theft. However, the run-of-the-mill cyber-criminal can steal from you and get away with it for a long time before ever getting caught. You might be surprised to know that there are several effective online tools to report a cyber-criminal. Let’s look at some common cyber-crimes, how to spot them, and what to do about them.
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More and more CFOs, controllers, and finance and accounting professionals realize that a tax compliance strategy is a critical factor in achieving growth and efficiency goals. In fact, finance leaders who take the initiative to improve how their company manages sales and use tax are typically able to: Reduce the time, effort, costs, and resources required to manage sales tax compliance Improve the accuracy of applying tax or exemptions to all transactions Grow the business without putting it at risk or missing out on revenue opportunities Create a better buying experience for customers Minimize exposure from audits and reducing the likelihood of errors Check out this whitepaper from Avalara, or read on to discover the five rules of thumb every CFO, controller, and finance and accounting professional should weigh in on when creating a sales tax strategy...
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With the number of cyber threats targeting your business, cyber security should always be top of mind. With hackers changing their methods so frequently, how can you keep up? Even though cyber attacks are getting more sophisticated, there are a few shockingly effortless ways to keep up on cyber security. In fact, even your grandma can handle these cyber security tactics.
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As businesses put more funds into cyber security at the office, hackers have redirected their efforts to easier targets: you, your family and your home. Cyber threats don’t look the same way they used to. The rule of thumb used to be installing virus protection on your computer, or getting a virus-protected Mac to ward off cyber threats. If you think your firewall will protect you, or that your Mac can’t get a virus, here’s the scary truth: you could already be compromised. Here’s the rub when it comes to cyber threats at home and what you need to do to prevent you and your family from becoming a target.
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There are a few recurring IT issues that plague even the most savvy computer users. We’re dedicating this blog post to those users who are diligent when it comes to technology and cyber security, but need a quick fix to get out of a common problem. We’re revealing the five most common questions our help desk gets, and how we address them for clients.
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Business Intelligence and Reporting
Why doesn’t your banking dashboard show your daily calorie count? Sure, you might like to know how many calories you’ve consumed so far, but that’s better suited for your health and fitness apps rather than your online bank account’s home screen. The same principles apply to your business intelligence dashboard. We are constantly distracted by incoming emails, new information from various departments, and perhaps your chatty officemate. Your business intelligence dashboard should be a distraction-free interface that focuses only on the information that’s relevant to you. Using tools like Sage Enterprise Intelligence, you can set up specific key performance indicators (KPIs) to appear on your dashboard, which will help you with your day-to-day tasks.
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There’s the old saying that “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” While there is some merit to that philosophy, it doesn’t hold true with technology. When your business relies on all sorts of technology tools for efficiency, productivity, customer service, and so much more, IT is not something to ignore or skimp on. The truth is, there are subtle (and no-so-subtle) signs that your IT system might be failing, or worse, jeopardizing your business’s cyber security. While we certainly don’t advocate for spending money on unnecessary technology, there are some clear indicators that point to a need to upgrade your IT system. The technology in your business is outdated if …
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Adjusting your spam filter to the right level of sensitivity is one of the most important steps you can take to defend your network from harmful email malware. However, it’s easy to miss an important email if you set your sensitivity too high.
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Construction & Real Estate | ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution | Service Businesses
Our annual Sage 300 Users Group is a treasure trove of Sage advice. Here are four essential tips that our moderators revealed to Sage users at our last event…
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There were several golden nuggets revealed at our last Sage 300 (Accpac) Users Group. The Sage 300 Users Group is an annual event our team hosts to help Sage users discover new ways to utilize the software. We constantly accumulate feedback and questions from our Sage clients over the year and cover those topics during the event. Once we get our Sage experts in the same room (which doesn’t happen often with our busy schedules), magic happens. Here are a few things you missed if you didn’t attend the last Sage 300 Users Group:
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The honeymoon stage is always right after signing the managed services agreement. Your tech questions get answered quickly and you’re happy with your IT provider’s service. Then, an occasional call or email goes unanswered. And then one day, you realize your calls and emails aren’t ever returned, leaving you wondering, “What do we do now?” Surprisingly, this happens more often than you would expect. If you’ve ever been ghosted by your technology provider, you know how much it can cramp your style. Here are a few signs you’re dealing with a deadbeat technology provider, and how you can cut the cord before things get worse.
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Like any technology purchase, there will be a time where your software or hardware will become outdated. For consumers, it’s a simple matter of upgrading your cell phone or laptop. Businesses, however, face a more daunting task when software is no longer supported by the manufacturer.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Healthcare
PointClickCare has done a lot of research in the long-term care industry. What trends did they see in 2018 and what are their predictions for 2019? All of their research was shared at PointClickCare’s annual summit in Nashville, TN, and I got to experience it firsthand with my colleagues Jennifer Rock and Debby Spear.
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We expect a lot out of our software. We want our ERP systems to store large amounts of data and make information easily accessible to users. We want our business intelligence software to generate meaningful reports and insights on-demand. All of our software needs to work fast, and we refuse to compromise on security. With powerful tools like Microsoft Dynamics GP and PowerBI, these demands are met—but don’t be fooled, there’s a lot going on behind the curtain to make it work.
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Our 2018 Microsoft Dynamics GP User Group attendees got an exclusive look at the newest version of GP, and now you can see it too.
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Construction & Real Estate | ERP and CRM Systems | Integrations and Development
According to the 2018 Maryland Construction Industry Survey, many contractors indicated that their top concern is automated integrations between software tools, like estimating, bid log, scheduling, accounting, service and more.
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Construction & Real Estate | ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
You wouldn’t dare eat fro-yo without customizing it with your favorite toppings, so why not customize your daily GP experience to match your needs?
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Construction & Real Estate | Cyber Security | Government Contractors | Healthcare | Home Cyber Security | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
We know when Cyber Monday hits, you’ll be hunting for the best deal. What you may not know is that hackers are also looking for the best deal, and it’s coming from your wallet.
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Construction & Real Estate | Cyber Security | Government Contractors | Healthcare | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
In case you haven’t heard, October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Every year the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance team up to raise awareness about cyber security concerns. This year, they’re appealing to end users to step up their game.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Integrations and Development
There comes a point where you need more than out-of-the-box ERP system capabilities. But, how do you know when your business is nearing, or past, that point?
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Sage is making some changes to their software, and you might be affected. Don’t worry, we’ve got the scoop on everything you need to know in this blog post.
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We’ve heard more than once that “Larry, the IT guy” has your networking needs under control. While we haven’t met Larry, we’re sure that he can probably use an extra hand. Why? Because IT is a big job. And while Larry is super good at what he does, it’s also important to supplement his work so he’s not overwhelmed.
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ERP and CRM Systems | Healthcare
Today is a great day because we’re announcing our partnership with PointClickCare, the #1 preferred electronic health record (EHR) solution for senior care providers. Watch our video or read below to see the top three reasons why our team is elated about being an authorized PointClickCare partner…
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Business Intelligence and Reporting | Construction & Real Estate | ERP and CRM Systems | Healthcare | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
Have you ever wondered why your accounts receivable person hates pulling reports? It’s because they don’t have business intelligence tools. Business intelligence software helps staff build accurate reports in less time than ever before. Let’s take a closer look at what business intelligence encompasses, and how organizations are using it to make smart business decisions.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | Networking | Nonprofit
As a nonprofit, we know you prioritize saving the whales or feeding starving children over spending money on IT, and that’s okay! But there are certain IT needs you just can’t ignore. The good news is that there are a few little known discounts – just for nonprofits – that’ll help you spend less on IT so you can focus on your nonprofit’s mission.
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If you’re particular about following HIPAA compliance, you may think your skilled nursing facility is protected from a hack. The truth is that healthcare organizations need to follow today’s cyber security best practices in addition to their HIPAA practices to protect their employee and patient data from being hacked.
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Business Intelligence and Reporting | ERP and CRM Systems
Check out this video to see the step-by-step instructions on how to get better reports in Sage 300, or read the transcript below.
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Construction & Real Estate | ERP and CRM Systems | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
On this day in 1777, the United States adopted the American flag. Adopting a new flag can be a lot like adopting a new ERP system. For the U.S., the stakes were high to create the right symbol to represent the newly found nation. Similarly, the stakes are high for your business when adopting a new ERP system. Likewise, a lot of decisions need to be made to ensure that your ERP system “represents” your organization.
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There are a lot of reasons people land on our website looking for a new ERP system. More often than not, those organizations really just need a facelift for their existing software systems, rather than the whole song-and-dance of a new ERP implementation. Here are the top two cases where a new ERP system might not be necessary:
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Your managed services subscription should include high-end preventative services, basic IT support and cyber threat responses, but the #1 thing you should get out of this partnership is peace of mind.
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Over the past few months, you may have received a call from Sage asking if you’re ready to switch from Sage 300 to Sage 300cloud. Before you can make that decision, you’ll probably want to know what you’ll get out of Sage 300cloud.
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Construction & Real Estate | ERP and CRM Systems | Integrations and Development | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
Earth Day is this weekend. What’s one thing you can do to make your business a little more eco-friendly? Go paperless!
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Construction & Real Estate | Networking
According to the 2018 Maryland Construction Industry Survey, only two out of ten contractors said their computer system had been hacked, infiltrated by a virus or otherwise compromised during the last year. That’s good news, right? We’re not so sure.
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There’s no doubt that cyber security threats are getting increasingly sophisticated. So it’s no surprise that more organizations are seeking out an easy, fixed fee network maintenance and disaster prevention service that gives them freedom to get back to their core business tasks – and protects them from cyber attacks. Enter managed services.
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You don’t need a crystal ball to get a good picture of what’s happening at Sage headquarters. For 2018, Sage is unveiling a slew of new software updates to both Sage 300 classic and Sage 300cloud (formerly known as Sage 300c). Let’s look at some of the big changes for 2018.
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Seven days later, and Atlanta is still working to get back to normal. You might expect that a government agency would have superior protection on their networks, but this is clearly false. It just proves the point that anyone can be a victim of a cyber attack.
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Making the leap to a managed services solution can be a tough choice, especially if all the options available to you are blending together. While we like to think of managed services as a Netflix subscription to network security, there’s a lot more at stake than a few hours lost to a binge-watching session. We’ve seen business owners and IT execs struggle to choose a managed services provider. That’s why we put together a three-step process for selecting the right MSP for your organization.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | Construction & Real Estate | ERP and CRM Systems | Integrations and Development | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
Using Sage 300’s order entry module is a great way to handle shipping and billing processes with ease. However, there is one catch: Sage 300 requires that each individual order is shipped and invoiced separately. We’ll let you in on a secret. There’s a way to get around that limitation.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | Construction & Real Estate | Healthcare | Manufacturing & Distribution | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
Are you feeling accomplished by the time you head out of the office? Or is there usually that one little task you just couldn’t get to? There’s a way to boost your in-office productivity so that you can feel truly accomplished when you leave your workspace, and it’s all thanks to Microsoft Office 365.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | Construction & Real Estate | Healthcare | Manufacturing & Distribution | Networking | Nonprofit | Service Businesses
Paper cuts, stepping on Legos, or even the stomach flu all seem preferable than going through a technology audit, right? This is especially the case if halfway through, you find a discrepancy in your licensing.
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If you’re managing expenses for several companies in one ERP system, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. With a few simple steps, combined with some custom programming, you can start managing your multi-company expenses in a fraction of the time.
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Year end procedures can be a big hassle if you discover a discrepancy. Here's a quick, easy guide for fixing or adjusting a 1099 vendor code or amount.
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According to a 2017 survey of Sage customers, accounts payable automation was the most requested new functionality. So it should come as no surprise that Sage recently introduced Sage AP Automation powered by Beanworks. Let’s take a look at this new suite of AP automation features now available for Sage 300c.
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When you’re immersed in running your business day to day – particularly when the cash register is ringing – it’s easy to put network security on the back burner. Who wants to worry over a cyber attack that might not even happen? Do you think your small business won’t ever be the victim of a cyber attack? Think again. While big businesses like Yahoo, Target and Equifax have suffered breaches, hackers have small businesses in their crosshairs, too. The numbers don’t lie. Check out these (alarming) statistics: 43% of cyber attacks target small businesses 60% of small businesses that suffer a major breach end up going out of business 50% of small businesses have been the victim of a data breach Unfortunately, it’s not a matter of IF your business will be the victim of a cyber attack, but WHEN.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | Networking
You’re a little skeptical, right? You’ve received a call or email from someone claiming to be from Microsoft and they want to peek into all your software licensing.
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Cloud Productivity and Collaboration | Networking
Today, it’s common to hear someone say that their movies, music, file storage and everything else is “in the cloud.” But what really is “the cloud”? Your data is not floating in midair like it may sound, but rather it is readily available with minimal management required.
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Our team has come across a slew of phishing attacks designed to steal your email credentials. We’re calling one particular scam “The DocuSign Desperado.” Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself – and your business.
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Today’s employees are used to having a world of information available at their fingertips – whether that’s at home on the couch or at the beach on a mobile device. Why, then, is it so difficult to locate and process information in the office? Most are accustomed to the daily routine of hunting down or recreating lost documents, digging through file shares (for incorrectly named files) and reminding coworkers to review past-due invoices. We expect our phones to give us what we want within minutes; why have we lowered our expectations at work?
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Construction & Real Estate | Networking
If you have trouble keeping up with the latest technology tools, you’re in good company. With a business to manage, it’s hard to find the time to figure out which tools you should invest in. Last week I spoke at a seminar hosted by the Maryland Construction Network. At the seminar we looked at five tried and tested technology trends and tools that aren’t going away. Let’s take a look at the tools you simply can’t ignore, and the benefits that each will offer to your construction business.
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Construction & Real Estate | Networking
Many construction contractors believe that being hacked means they’ll get a mysterious call from a person with a grisly, threatening tone, or they’ll get a pop-up message on their computer that says, “you’ve been hacked.” The truth is, you can get these kinds of messages, but the real danger is when hackers monitor your computer activity and steal your information without you even knowing about it. The reality is that infiltrations of construction companies' computer networks are on the rise. In this infographic, you'll learn the red flags that indicate whether there's a hacker secretly stealing your information.
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Could your construction company be hacked without you even knowing it? Watch our networking guru, Bill Walter, as he explains the tell-tale signs that your computer activity is being secretly monitored by a hacker.
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Construction & Real Estate | Networking
Imagine logging into your computer first thing in the morning and nothing works. You and your coworkers can’t open your software or files on the server, bringing essential tasks like payroll processing to a screeching halt. Then, a pop up appears on your screen that says you need to pay to release your files.
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The past few days have been life-changing for Texas residents. The historic flooding from Hurricane Harvey has displaced thousands of residents and left a path of destruction in its wake. Like many companies, our team here at Gross Mendelsohn has collaborated on the ways we can help with the relief efforts.
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Construction & Real Estate | Networking
Viruses, worms, phishing emails, and ransomware attacks like WannaCry and Petya wreak havoc on businesses every day. But if you’re like most business owners, you’ve heard of and maybe know a thing or two about these cyber threats, but most likely haven’t taken steps to fully protect your business against these very real dangers. [Spoiler alert: antivirus software alone is no longer enough to protect your business from cyber threats.]
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Construction & Real Estate | Networking
The good news is that eight out of ten Maryland construction contractors are using mobile technology in their business. The bad news is that two out of ten contractors aren’t.
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This year’s edition of Sage Summit was all about hitting the road. Instead of one large-scale event, like last year in Chicago, Sage decided to hit the road and visited multiple locations in the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States. CEO Steven Kelly cut to the chase in his presentation of Sage’s top three goals for the year:
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If you’re in customer service or accounts receivable, we know there are certain parts of your job that cause headaches. While we know you love your job, we also know you would love to alleviate just a few of those daily pain points. So, we’re playing doctor for the day to give you a prescription that’ll help you get through your day-to-day tasks, without ibuprofen.
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We’ve all been there. You’re in the midst of crafting an important document for that Monday morning meeting and — blip — the power goes out. All that work, lost. Next step, you scramble your thoughts together from the past hour of work you forgot to save. Thanks to auto-save and battery protection, you’ve only lost an extra hour of work and only a few strands of hair you’ve ripped out in frustration. What if your work never came back? Or even worse, what if all your data on your computer was corrupt and possibly useless? That’s what it’s like to experience a server failure due to power irregularity — information corruption to the company database.
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Construction & Real Estate | ERP and CRM Systems
Have you found your pot of gold in a construction accounting software package? Or are you still struggling with repetitive daily data entry from off-the-shelf accounting software that only gets you so far? Having accounting software that’s made specifically for the construction industry can offer you many benefits. Here are the three reasons why we think choosing accounting software based on your industry needs is going to get you the biggest pot o’ gold.
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