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Small business owners are always hunting for cost-effective business solutions. Which helps explain why so many are turning to QuickBooks Online – and why you will benefit too! Not only is QuickBooks Online cost-effective, but it allows for better efficiency and greater flexibility.
The days of running a business from a desk are disappearing. QuickBooks Online lets you stay on top of your books anywhere, anytime, so you can get more work done.
Reasons to consider QuickBooks Online:
A Smart Financial Move
- More Users – QuickBooks Online lets you get more for your dollar by signing up as many as five users, versus only one user on QuickBooks Desktop.
- Free Mobile Apps – With access to an ecosystem of free apps, you can create a solution that works uniquely for your business–without spending more.
- Free Automatic Upgrades – You will never miss another upgrade or new feature–and you’ll never have to pay for one either.
- Free Cloud Storage – You will no longer have to cover the cost of hosting. Your data will be securely stored on Intuit’s servers. Take a closer look at the cost advantages of moving into QuicBooks Online.
Powerful Efficiency
- Hands-Free Data Entry – When you connect your bank accounts to QuickBooks Online, your transactions will be automatically downloaded.
- Less Paperwork – You will easily stay on top of your books with the QuickBooks mobile app, which lets you attach photos of your receipts to transactions.
- More Connections – You will fall in love with apps designed to sync your PayPal transactions, link business cards with American Express, import sales data from Square, and more.
Greater Flexibility
- On-demand Access – Online access means on-the-go access. With QuickBooks Online, you can take your office with you anywhere.
- More Mobility – iPhone, iPad, Android–no matter what device you prefer, you’re never more than a click (or swipe!) away from completing your next task.
- Perfectly In Sync – Accuracy is easier when everyone’s on the same page. That’s where QuickBooks Online comes in, giving you just one set of books to manage in real-time. In addition, your accountant can easily access your QuickBooks Online, which allows you to focus on other business needs.
- Easily Scalable – Cloud-based solutions enable businesses to meet changes in demand by scaling up or down–without investing in additional resources.
Compare QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop
See how working online can help you save time tracking finances and gain the insight to make better business decisions.
Different clients have different needs. Our research shows that cloud solutions such as QuickBooks Online are flexible and powerful enough to meet many of those requirements.
We recommend QuickBooks Online for clients who:
- Are always on the go
- Run service-based businesses
- Are comfortable working online
- Want a low or no-maintenance solution
- Would benefit from basic business reports
- Need a product that will grow with them
Moving to QuickBooks Online can be a tricky task. If you decide this is the year to move to QuickBooks Online, we highly recommend you contact one of our QuickBooks Online Experts to help you make it a smooth and easy transition!
Kaizen CPAs works with auto repair shops across the country. We know running a successful shop takes more than keeping the bays full. We help shop owners understand their numbers, stay ahead of taxes, and build stronger, more profitable businesses. Auto repair is at the heart of what we do, but we bring the same practical, hands-on approach to businesses in other industries, too.
YPD HCM is part of the Kaizen CPAs family. YPD HCM helps small businesses manage payroll, HR, and compliance with the right tools and personal, human support—from payroll and tax filings to onboarding, employee management, and more. It’s practical help for the people side of your business, from a team that’s there when you need them.
The information in this article is provided for general educational purposes and reflects conditions as of the publication date. It is not legal, tax, accounting, payroll, HR, or compliance advice. Every business is different, so talk with a qualified professional about your specific situation.
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