Technology


  • Does anyone have any good customer retention strategies to recommend?

    Particularly interested in initiatives that corporate finance can drive, but any proven winners would help.

  • Has anyone worked with the report writer SSRS?

    One of our software vendor has told us that they will not be using Crystal Reports in the future and that they are going with SSRS (which I believe stands for SQL Server Reporting Support). Is anyone familiar with this? Anyone using it? I was interested in any feedback or opinions. Thanks.

  • ERISA Compliance

    We have a new HR person that is having to take over all benefits compliance. Does anyone have a good reference site or source that will help this person help them make sure all compliance issues are covered? There just seems to be many situations where this person doesn't know all of the deadlines.

  • Does anyone have recent experience with Paycom?

    We are currently using Paychex and are considering a switch. Thanks.

  • When would you NOT set up a test system/sandbox?

    This is not an academic question:) If you are implementing a new accounting/ERP solution, which includes the need to make some important configuration settings, adding user defined fields and related workflows, would you try to develop/test/go live in only a production environment? Or, would you se…

  • How are Wave Accounting and inDinero different?

  • Virtual Data Rooms

    We are a small company looking to use a virtual data room and we look at some partnering opportunities. Are there any recommendations? What is typical cost? We are pretty simple. Not a lot of documents...really looking at it more for the security and control. Thanks for your help.

  • quickbooks pro 10

    I purchased the program and POS system from a store that went out of business and I am trying to set up my company in Quickbooks and it won't let me. Am I missing something?

  • Can anyone provide Financial Force feedback, reviews & experience?

    I have a client looking for a cloud based ERP solution including inventory management. Have been very impressed with the demonstrated capabilities, but it is hard to find independant reviews of the product.

  • Need help with choosing software!

    Hello, I'm working with a Medical Practice in Africa. We are a very small high end clinic specializing in top notch western care and evacuation services for our clientele. We need a software solution ASAP. Currently our needs are as follows: -Ability to track our clients membership and subscription…

  • Can anyone share a pros and cons analysis of Intacct vs. Netsuite?

    I do not see anything recent on this site. Particularly interested in comparing features around advertising revenue recognition, fixed assets accounting, and consolidation

  • Any experience with Revenuebooks.com?

    Has anyone used the program Revenuebooks.com? I am about to check into it for a service company that is on QB and struggles with the numerous entries related to their deferred revenue. They heard this was a good solution that works well with QB.

  • Netsuite License Costs

    I'm getting hammered on my Netsuite license costs. It's over $60k/yr for mid-market with OneWorld + 2 subs, and rev recognition module with a tiny accounting team <5. Are any of you willing to anonymously share what type of deals you've been able to negotiate?

  • Why did your company decide for or against moving to the cloud?

    If you did, what were the main drivers for the move? If you’re still thinking about it, what does the decision hinge on?

  • Software for a horticultural distributor

    If you have suggestions on ERP software that can manage inventory for a distributor of horticultural products, I'd be grateful if you could contact me. There are some unique needs, e.g. where a plant may be "small" and sells for $7.99 in spring, but mid summer it has grown to "medium" and should no…

  • Russian criminals steal 1.2 billion passwords

    CNN Money (http://money.cnn.com/2014/08/05/technology/security/russian-hackers-theft/) reported today that 1.2 billion (that's with a "B") have been stolen. This report follows a similar report by the NY Times. If your firm is on the internet have you taken another look at your security yet? If not…

  • How can CFOs stay on top of what's going on in finance technology and accounting technology?

    There is just too much going on in the world of fintech today. I can't keep up. How do you stay on top of all the available tech given mobile, cloud, etc.? This question was asked by an attendee during the Proformative webinar "How New Technologies are Changing the Role of Finance" held on November…

  • Peoplesoft Software - Free demo

    Does anyone know if there is a free people soft demo that one can learn for on how the software works? I am assuming a new role that needs knowledge of people soft. Thanks

  • What Inventory Management Software Exists for SMB Retailers or Manufacturers?

    Looking for strategic retail solutions.

  • ERP Software Comparison With Prices Needed

    I have a client who has asked me to look into an erp software comparison, but I don't really have the time to talk to every ERP system provider and get their individual quote. It would be like taking a week to walk into every car dealership in town just to find out that Rolls Royces have an exact …

  • Anyone have current experience with the use of Quickbooks Online?

    I am investigating the use of this program and was curious if anyone has recent experience with the package. The comments I found on this site, were from 2010. Speed and multitasking were concerns then. Please let me know if anyone has or is using currently. Thanks.

  • Avon's Failed SAP Implementation A Perfect Example Of The Enterprise IT Revolution

    Fascinating story (albeit a little old) about the failures and consequences of an system roll-out. Appearing in Forbes 2013, the article describes the trials and tribulations of Avon and the end results. http://www.forbes.com/sites/benkepes/2013/12/17/avons-failed-sap-implementation-a-perfect-examp…