Posted by John Shepperson | Dec 20, 2013 12:46:00 PM
We talk A LOT about enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems on our blog, and for good reason: they are the best bet for your business. If you follow along with us, you've read about how ERP systems work, and what kind of mistakes you should avoid if you implement one, and what stages you'll go through to do so. Et cetera.
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Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are the next big thing for companies looking to integrate and streamline their business processes, and products by The Sage Group are the way to go for small to mid-sized businesses.
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A legacy, in the computing/business world, refers to something old – an old method, old technology, an old computer system, and/or old application programs. When these types of legacies are being used in the business world, the term “outdated” also typically applies.
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Posted by John Shepperson | Sep 9, 2013 7:40:00 AM
Multi-physician practices seem like a slam dunk in terms of logistics, billing, and other administrative considerations. Once the overheads are in place, theoretically it should be easy for practices to add additional physicians. Yet many practices struggle to manage multiple physicians and/or clinical teams.
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Posted by John Shepperson | Jul 26, 2013 7:40:00 AM
Tax laws are confusing – there are innumerable policies, procedures, institutions, jurisdictions, etc. to wade through. On top of that, tax laws are in a constant state of flux. Accurately complying with federal and state tax requirements for internet purchases is a headache; even knowing if you are paying the correct amount of taxes can be confusing.
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Posted by John Shepperson | Jul 23, 2013 7:40:00 AM
With the overhead costs of running a medical practice continuing to rise, having the right services and partners in place is more important than ever. When every dollar counts and the days are packed with patients waiting to be seen, physicians find themselves searching for ways to improve their business practices without adding more tedium. Adding medical billing integration to a practice's record system substantially cuts down on redundant tasks, increases access to important patient information, eliminates unnecessary paperwork, improves the flow of information, and allows employees use their time more effectively.
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Posted by John Shepperson | Jun 17, 2013 11:49:00 AM
The US Senate recently passed the Marketplace Fairness Act which will allow states to require out of state online retailers to collect sales tax on their behalf. The President has stated through his spokesman that he will sign the bill if it passes the House therefore it is wise for companies to plan for implementation. The law will apply to any business that does more than $1 million in annual sales. It will also require the states to provide free Internet sales tax software programs to qualifying businesses. This will ease some of the burden and probably won’t be as complicated as some may fear.
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Posted by John Shepperson | May 15, 2013 11:55:00 AM
The Senate recently approved an Internet sales tax bill that, if also approved by the House and signed into law by the president, will require online retailers to collect sales tax for the states where their customers order from. What does the Internet sales tax problem and the potential passage of this bill mean for businesses? Here are some details to consider.
* Who is supporting this bill, and why?: Some of America's largest retailers are supporters of the bill, including Walmart, Target, Amazon and Best Buy. The argument is that it is unfair that offline sales are subject to a tax while online sales are not. Presumably, with online sales resulting in an estimated $23 billion in lost sales tax revenue, several states are also in favor of the bill.
* Who the bill applies to: In its current form, the Mark etplace Fairness Act applies to those businesses who generate more than $1 million in annual sales. eBay is currently leading the charge to amend the House-version of the bill to exempt any business generating under $10 million in sales or with fewer than 50 employees.
* Software: The bill requires that the states requesting sales tax from online retailers provide free software for businesses that computes their tax rates. Businesses are exempt from liability due to problems with the software or inaccuracies by the state.
* Remote sales agencies: States will also be required to set up remote sales agencies to handle sales tax issues so that online retailers will not have to deal with each separate city and the sales tax it collects.
Without a doubt, the emergence of online sales has transformed the economy. And the Marketplace Fairness Act will undoubtedly transform how online retailers do business. Helping you with your business management s oftware is our job. Rest assured, we are staying appraised of this situation and are ready to help you make the transition as seamlessly as possible. For more information on how we can work with you on sales tax software solutions, contact us.
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