top video-conferencing tools: gotomeeting, skype
trend watch: firms are trying new collaboration tools.
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need internet? grab your phone
you have a couple of options.
by roman h. kepczyk
quantum of paperless
one of the revolutions in remote connectivity is happening within your cell phone as digital cellular providers have beefed up and expanded their networks to provide reliable internet access to remote devices.
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today, the vast majority of the united states and canada has access to the internet through the 4g digital cellular network at speeds of 1mpbs or more, which is adequate for remote access to most applications, particularly those hosted by cloud providers.
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survey: nearly half of firms use videoconferencing
does your firm utilize video calling/conferencing?
survey: 3 monitors the new standard
trend watch: attempts to use fewer monitors appear to not be panning out. three monitors is the new standard.
accounting firm operations and technology survey
the new risks in cloud efficiencies
you need a whole new set of backup and recovery strategies.
by roman h. kepczyk
quantum of paperless
the internet has undoubtedly had a profound impact on firm communications.
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it has become the primary driver toward the next generation of accounting applications that run entirely on the web through “cloud” computing.
we have two main recommendations to avoid disruptions, or worse, a major disaster.
survey: instant messaging
does your firm utilize a collaboration tool that includes instant messaging?
plan right for remote access
don’t forget about security.
by roman h. kepczyk
quantum of paperless
one of the key components in optimizing firm production is providing the capability for firm personnel to work from any place, at any time, at their own convenience.
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allowing experienced firm personnel the ability to work remotely is also one of today’s key employee retention strategies.
survey: ready for a new laptop?
trend watch:more firms are stretching their replacement cycles. but what about the increased risk of hardware failure?
accounting firm operations and technology survey
survey: how many firms use unified messaging?
has your firm implemented unified messaging technology for all staff (voice message/integrated fax delivered electronically via email)?
survey: dell gains on laptop rivals
trend watch: dell increased market share, taking small pieces from all competitors, including apple.
the best defense against malware
manage your software updates proactively.
by roman h. kepczyk
quantum of paperless
every firm has concerns about their systems being hacked, getting attacked by a virus or malware, or being the victim of ransomware that encrypts all the firm’s data. the latest cpafma survey finds an increase in firms impacted by ransomware.
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the vast majority of these virus and malware issues can be effectively negated with one simple process: keep your software updated on your servers and individual workstations.
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survey: when to replace your desktop pc?
trend watch: firms appear to be delaying their replacement cycle and accepting possible risk of hardware failure.
survey: tablets for top managers
does your firm provide internet-enabled devices (other than smartphones) for senior management working outside the office (i.e., tablets, netbooks, etc.)?