The Right Byte – Tech Trends Not to Ignore
On this episode of The Right Byte, Gene Marks highlights the top trends in accounting technology that cannot be ignored! He recommends that you run your application in the cloud in order to access your data anywhere, receive fast and easy tech, and airtight security....
Roman Kepczyk Named A 2019 IPA Most Recommended Consultant
Each year, Inside Public Accounting (IPA) asks survey participants from across the nation to name a consultant and/or company whom they have used during the past year, that they would recommend to their peers. We’d like to congratulate Roman Kepczyk, Right Networks...
Tax Professionals Can Now Take Intuit Lacerte and ProSeries On-The-Go
With the Intuit PCG and Right Networks partnership, tax professionals can now take desktop software on-the-go. Today marks Right Networks’ formal entry into the tax category, as the Intuit ProConnect Group announces our partnership to provide cloud hosting...
The Right Byte – Choosing the Best Accounting Software
On this episode of The Right Byte, Gene Marks provides some tips for choosing the right accounting software for your specific needs! Marks highlights the three things you should consider when buying accounting software. He recommends that your software is mobile and...
The Right Byte – The Best Podcasts for Your Business
On this episode of The Right Byte, Gene Marks recommends best podcasts for your business! Podcasts are a great tool for learning new approaches and perspectives related to running your business. Marks suggests NPR Indicator for learning about global economic metrics...
Postcards from the Road – Accountex
Right Networks had a significant presence at this year’s Accountex conference held at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston, MA on September 5-6, 2019. Accountex continues to be one of the leading industry shows focusing on Accounting Firm Advisory Services and...
The Right Byte – Protect Yourself from Ransomware
On this episode of The Right Byte, Gene Marks provides insight into how to protect yourself from Ransomware! A defensive technique Marks recommends is getting online backup software. For more insider techniques, check out this episode of the Right Byte here. For more...
IT Considerations in Mergers & Acquisitions
Merging or acquiring another firm is one of the most effective methods of growing an accounting practice. Potential candidates are usually vetted based on partner and practice compatibility, desired location for expansion, niche specialization and/or to address...
“Lean” Applications Within Tax Production
A significant part of our practice is focused on applying Lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodologies to optimize the production processes and workflows within CPA firms. We apply “lean” principals to every aspect of the firm production processes, but the area that firms most...
Don’t Let That Software’s EULA Be Your Firms “EULAgy”
A EULA or ‘End User License Agreement’ serves to summarize the general terms and conditions related to using a piece of software. Sometimes using software simply involves creating an account and then the licensing piece is invisible to the end-user. Other times...
CPAs Should Audit Their Cloud Providers Licensing
When it comes to assisting their clients, CPAs are famous for being meticulous, which likely prevents them from being as meticulous when it comes to their own affairs. One thing we have noticed recently is how little firms audit their technology providers. As a...
The One Reason Why HR Software Is A Worthwhile Investment
The Human Resources software industry - which include popular cloud-based applications such as Zenefits, Namely, BambooHR and Gusto (as well as those provided by big payroll service companies like Paychex and ADP) has been exploding over the past few years with recent...
Path to Advisory Services
Most of the firms we have consulted with in the past two years are experiencing the most successful and profitable years in their history. The majority would say they have never been busier, and they have more “bread and butter” compliance work than they can handle....
How Small Firm Tech Strategy Can Mirror Large Firms
Roman Kepczyk has spent 23 years working with some of the largest accounting firms in the US to help them select and implement technology. Now, as the Director of Firm Technology Strategy at Right Networks, he has turned his attention to smaller firms. We sat down...
PSA About Your Cloud MSA (Master Services Agreement)
Due to many recent security breaches with cloud and software providers, you may be motivated to take a deeper look into the legal agreements by which you are bound. This PSA serves as a heads-up on some things you should look for in a cloud Master Servies Agreement. ...
Postcard from the Road – CPAFMA Board Meeting
Roman Kepczyk, Right Networks Director of Firm Technology Strategy attended the CPA Firm Management Association Board of Directors Meeting in Minneapolis, MN this past week where he serves as an Advisory Board Member. Roman is pictured in the front row with Bill Reeb,...
Postcards from the Road – Boomer Summit
Right Networks participated in Boomer Consulting’s Technology and Firm Circle Summit in Kansas City, KS with Patrick Dugal and Robert Frazier in attendance this past week. Roman Kepczyk spoke Tuesday morning on his Techs Trends and Disrupters program. Key...
Protecting Your Mobile Devices
The use of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets have become a standard operating practice for most CPAs who use them to access critical firm information and resources when they are away from the office. Unfortunately, many firms take a non-standard approach...
