"XBert has become, over the last two years, a tool for us that has given us the most profound change in how we've worked, more so than anything else except the transition from desktop to cloud-based products. I'm giving XBert the credit for changing how we now operate. Because of that I was more [...]
"I saw this massive opportunity of big businesses and small businesses operating in exactly the same way. There was this instant excitement of being able to have a conversation with someone, see them act on it, and then see the magic results of it. Then, I realised that I had to get out of [...]
In this episode, Tom Herbert, technology editor at AccountingWEB.co.uk, shares his insights on the British Post Office scandal, which has been ongoing for decades, ruining the lives of many subpostmasters. Heather and Tom discussed the problems with the Post Office's Fujitsu Horizon point of sale system implementation, leading to unbalanced reconciliations and accusations of [...]
In 2023 I switched from Telstra to Amaysim, and saved a heap of money. Here's my story. I purchased the Unlimited 180GB 1 year plan, for AU$179 which came with a bonus 20GB sign up data (it renews 30 July). Almost half way through the year and I’ve only used 22.58 GB, so I have [...]
Explore key accounting industry trends to watch in 2024, including the growing role of storytelling, adoption of AI automation tools, hybrid remote work models, and evolving practice management software in the accounting industry. Bonus: LinkedIn Storytelling Secrets: How to create viral posts from someone who has! This episode is kindly sponsored by Employment [...]
"If you’re going to sell to accountants, and you’re going to position yourself as "I’m an escaped accountant" you’re saying to your customer I got sick of what you're doing. I look down on you. I'm doing something different. I mean, it's ridiculous. It's just ridiculous." – David Boyar, CEO of ChangeGPS. "The data [...]
The big news is I’m Rebranding the Cloud Stories podcast to the Accounting Apps podcast In this episode, I talk about . . . Summer adventures with family and Chester the Border Collie in Elanora and Crows Nest Catching up on admin backlog and office makeover Website update with recent photos and videos Rebranding [...]
Hello! After a thrilling 2023, we’re back with the most-clicked articles from the Accounting Apps newsletter during this January ‘24: 5 Areas to Focus on For a More Profitable Business in 2024 | (Knowify) At the end of the year, most business owners will take a moment to reflect on how the year went and [...]
The Festival of Accounting & Bookkeeping (FAB) 2024, taking place on 13-14 March at the NEC, Birmingham, is an exciting event for professionals in the field. It offers an opportunity to engage with industry experts through a variety of short, engaging talks, workshops, and networking areas. The festival promises a unique experience with a focus [...]
Here are some New Zealand podcasts accountants and bookkeepers might enjoy! The #WHATSNEXT Podcast: Hosted by Chartered Accountants Luke Kemeys & Phillip Smith. A valuable resource for impactful insights in business and life. Listen on Spotify. (over 300 episodes) Keep The Change: Also hosted by Chartered Accountants Luke Kemeys & Phillip Smith, focusing on enhancing [...]
