Smart Tech Spending

Which Version of QuickBooks is Best and What's the Cost?

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2317290/open_sms] When it comes to QuickBooks, there've been many changes in pricing and versions recently.  In this episode of Smart Tech Spending [https://www.jerseyitgroup.com/podcast], accountant and Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor, Ryan Dickinson of Dickinson & Co., CPA'S [https://www.dickinsoncpas.com/] joins me to shed light on the key differences between the desktop and online versions to help you decide which version is best for your company.  Ryan shares essential points to consider and hidden costs to avoid before making a version change or subscribing for the first time.    Key Takeaways - The benefits and limitations of the desktop and online versions of QuickBooks - The financial impact of QuickBooks subscription pricing changes - How to keep costs of transitioning from the desktop to the online version down - How to test QuickBooks Online before enrolling (see link below) Ryan’s Bio Ryan Dickinson is an accountant with Dickinson & Co., CPA's in Buena, NJ.  With 20 years of auditing and accounting experience as well as a being a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor, Ryan is the "go to" person when it comes to QuickBooks for the firm's clients. Discussed in this episode:  Test Drive QuickBooks Online [https://qbo.intuit.com/redir/testdrive?_ga=2.213775507.623056577.1724952906-69840765.1724952905] Connect with Ryan:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-dickinson/99a6442a [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-dickinson-99a6442a?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B8OjEJ1ePR%2FKSmyUwA6zXJQ%3D%3D] Contact Ryan: ryan@dickinsoncpas.com Dickinson & Co., CPA's:  https://www.dickinsoncpas.com [https://www.dickinsoncpas.com/] Connect with Nicole: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolelefsky [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolelefsky] Contact Nicole:  nicole@jerseyitgroup.com Jersey IT Group’s Website: https://www.jerseyitgroup.com [https://www.jerseyitgroup.com/] Thanks so much for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review it on your favorite podcast player. Don’t forget to subscribe to be updated when new episodes are available!

Technology Savings Most Businesses Overlook

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2317290/open_sms] In this episode of Smart Tech Spending [https://www.jerseyitgroup.com/podcast], Nicole discusses how businesses can save money on hosted subscriptions and licenses. She explains that companies are paying for subscriptions they may no longer need, and highlights the cost-saving importance of regularly reviewing and auditing hosted subscription accounts and licenses. Key Takeaways: - How to save money on hosted subscriptions and software licenses to reduce technology costs - Recommendations for maintaining and reviewing subscription accounts to in your company to prevent wasted resources As always - no tech talk! Contact Nicole:  nicole@jerseyitgroup.com Connect with Nicole Lefsky: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolelefsky Jersey IT Group’s Website: https://www.jerseyitgroup.com Thanks so much for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review it on your favorite podcast player. Don’t forget to subscribe to be updated when new episodes are available!

How to Maintain Margins During a Software Outage

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2317290/open_sms] In this episode of Smart Tech Spending [https://www.jerseyitgroup.com/podcast], I discuss the financial impact of losing access to essential software programs, following the global IT outage brought on by CrowdStrike.  By answering a few key questions I share, businesses will be in a better position to maintain margins if they lose access.  What you’ll learn in this episode: - How to measure the true cost of losing access to critical software programs for your company - How long your organization can be "down" and its true impact on the bottom line - Steps to minimize business interruption during an outage As always - no tech talk! Contact Nicole:  nicole@jerseyitgroup.com Connect with Nicole Lefsky: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolelefsky Jersey IT Group’s Website: https://www.jerseyitgroup.com Thanks so much for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review it on your favorite podcast player. Don’t forget to subscribe to be updated when new episodes are available!

How to Keep Business Up When the Internet’s Down with Adam Lefsky

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2317290/open_sms] In this episode of Smart Tech Spending [https://www.jerseyitgroup.com/podcast], I’m joined by Adam Lefsky of Jersey IT Group [https://www.jerseyitgroup.com] to discuss the importance of having a failover Internet connection for businesses that rely on the Internet for business operations.  Adam explains what failover Internet is and why it’s important to budget for it, especially for companies that have moved to the cloud or are using hosted applications. Key Takeaways -The financial impact of Internet downtime on productivity and revenue -Budgeting for a failover Internet connection to ensure uninterrupted access to key applications and keeps business running smoothly -The pros and cons of the limited options for high-speed Internet in New Jersey Adam’s Bio Adam Lefsky is the founder of Jersey IT Group [http://www.jerseyitgroup.com], which provides outsourced IT services [https://jerseyitgroup.com/services/] to small and mid-size businesses throughout New Jersey.  With security top of mind, he oversees all aspects of technology management for Jersey IT Group’s clients from strategic planning and budgeting to implementation and ongoing support.  With over 25 years of experience, he advises companies about their risk and how their technology decisions will impact their business’ bottom line. Connect with Adam Lefsky:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamlefsky [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamlefsky] Connect with Nicole Lefsky: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolelefsky [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolelefsky] Contact Adam: adam@jerseyitgroup.com Contact Nicole:  nicole@jerseyitgroup.com Jersey IT Group’s Website: https://www.jerseyitgroup.com [https://www.jerseyitgroup.com] Thanks so much for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review it on your favorite podcast player. Don’t forget to subscribe to be updated when new episodes are available!

3 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Pricing Out IT Services with Nicole Lefsky

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2317290/open_sms] In this episode of Smart Tech Spending [https://www.jerseyitgroup.com/podcast], I share 3 mistakes that businesses make when pricing out IT Services.  I point out where companies can go wrong in their evaluation process which can cost them time and money. What you’ll learn in this episode: - Why bigger isn't better when it comes to the number of IT service proposals obtained - The best type of IT service agreement for small and mid-size businesses - What type of IT services deliver the best ROI Contact Nicole:  nicole@jerseyitgroup.com Connect with Nicole Lefsky: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolelefsky Jersey IT Group’s Website: https://www.jerseyitgroup.com Thanks so much for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review it on your favorite podcast player. Don’t forget to subscribe to be updated when new episodes are available!