Digital Transformation for the Non-Digital
From previous posts I have openly shared my “old school” way of doing things; for instance, note taking with paper and pen (ink pen, non-digital). I love technology and how it can make positive changes on our businesses. But sometimes, the technology buzz is just that...
Why I do what I do.
Not every company needs to be the next Amazon or Microsoft. Many companies start out small and remain small and that is a business decision the owner’s consciously make. I have worked at larger companies and smaller companies and I prefer smaller companies where I can...
SSi Consulting Recognized in VAR Stars 2018
SSi Consulting, a division of Menlo Technology, has been selected as a member of the Bob Scott’s VAR Stars for 2018, a group of 100 organizations honored for their accomplishments in the field of midmarket financial software. Members of the VAR Stars were selected...
Unanet Version 11 – Innovations for Government Contractors are on their way!
Yesterday I had the pleasure of seeing a sneak peek of the latest version of Unanet coming out later in February. The team at Unanet really have a passion for helping Government Contractors manage their projects, handle their service purchasing and finances. Unanet...
Happy New Year-What’s on Your Wish List?
I spend a fair amount of time on-line, reading articles and attempting to stay current on technology trends. I came across an article from 2015 which described the skills required to be a successful CFO. After reading and spending some time reflecting, the skills sets...
4 Things to Consider When Implementing New Accounting Software
Last week I worked the Greater Washington CPA Non-Profit Symposium in Washington DC. Not only was I fortunate to be able to present Sage Intacct in one of the technology sessions but I also got to meet and talk technology with many Non-Profit Finance team members. It...
Personal Productivity
Are you working “smart” or are you working “hard”. Remember the saying, work smarter, not harder? I recently attended a conference session around personal productivity tools. It was quite embarrassing as after each tool was presented, the group was asked if they used...
Are you outgrowing Excel?
If you’re doing your budgeting & planning in Excel, you’re not alone. Roughly 90% of companies with 50 to 200 employees use it to budget and plan. But, at a certain point, you start to outgrow Excel and could be missing out on the benefits that a budgeting and...
How to remain Thankful, even at year-end.
For most accounting team members and for the consulting teams that support them, year-end can be a stressful time. We all love the holidays and enjoying time with our family, but the shorten work weeks can be havoc on an already busy schedule. Accountants will be...
Gosh, it’s getting cold!
About five years ago, the question was what season are you: Spring, Summer, Autumn or Winter This was a way to help determine what your “colour palette” would be, help you choose the right shades of clothing and make-up. My shade was simply warm: a warm Spring or a...