Accounting in the cloud is a great solution for small businesses.
Traditional desktop software is very time consuming and not cost efficient. Cloud software can save your company time and money.
What does “in the cloud” mean?
It means that all information related to your transactions is stored on external servers rather than on a hard drive. You can access your company records anytime and from any device. You can manage your business without being tied to an office.
Why is the old-fashioned software not so good?
The main problem with the old-style desktop software is lack of flexibility. It only works on one machine and you have to move data manually from one computer to another. Moving files via e-mail or using USB drives is neither safe nor efficient.
Cost of backing up the data, updating and upgrading the software is high. It can also be a time consuming and complicated process. Besides the customer support is slow and quite expensive.
What are the benefits of cloud software?
- It allows to process all transactions in real time and you can always check how your business is performing.
- It is flexible, easy to use and can save your business a lot of time and money.
- The software is updated automatically for free so you don’t need to worry about it.
- No installation or complex configuration of systems is required because everything happens online.
- The running costs are much lower in comparison with the expensive desktop software. You pay a fixed monthly subscription and that’s it!
Is your data secure in the cloud?
You don’t need to worry about the security of your data because your cloud service provider is responsible for it. In fact, storing your data in the cloud is one of the most secure ways of storage. If your desktop or laptop is damaged or stolen, your data is still safe on the cloud server. No one can access it unless they know your login and password. All you need to be back and running is an internet connection and any computer or mobile device.
So why it’s a good idea to switch to cloud software?
This software gives you flexibility to run your business from any location, even on the go. You can be sure that you have the most up-to-date information about how your business is performing.
You don’t need to worry about software updates because it happens automatically, exactly when necessary. It’s much easier and faster to develop and deliver updates in the cloud. You will get access to newest versions instantly so you can be sure your software is always up-to-date.
Being able to access your financial data from anywhere in the world means you can run your business remotely. This gives you precious freedom to manage your own time and spend it however you like.
We highly recommend using cloud software for any small business! We will be able to advise you on the best option for your company.