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3 Good Reasons to Switch to Cloud Accounting

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Even if you own a relatively small business, you can afford to utilize cloud accounting.

The accounting industry is always changing. Advances in technology change the landscape, which is true for many facets of modern life. Even if you own a relatively small business, you can afford to utilize cloud accounting. This approach will, hopefully, optimize your business operations. Finding ways to cut operating costs that do not come at the expense of employees, customers, and clients is always the right move. Let’s talk about some of the compelling reasons to make the switch.

It Increases Overall Data Security 

First and foremost, protecting your internal data and those of your customers is essential. Data leaks do more than cause a loss of face; they can ruin your business reputation as well. While larger national chains can absorb the financial backlash from such an incursion, your local shop down the block might not be able to do the same. Years ago, before the cloud concept had matured, many financial services experts were hesitant to join the hype train. But cloud accounting has gotten more sophisticated to the point where it is no longer bound to physical assets such as hard drives and computers. 

It Gives You the Big Picture

These days, streaming media and videos are all the rage. This transition has been a long time coming. Newer platforms such as Netflix ended up making their predecessors, such as Blockbuster, obsolete. Don’t let that happen to your business! Your organization deserves to surge as much as those who are already known around the world. Cloud accounting allows you to see the “bigger picture” of your business’s financial health in real-time. Besides, frequent updates and patches strengthen firewalls against hackers and other intruders. By linking your accounting software to your bank account, you can see the way incomes and outflows represent your transactions.

Synergizes with Internet Access and Verified Credentials 

Working from home or otherwise working remotely has turned 9-5 office culture upside down. Even after Covid has been overcome, a so-called hybrid work schedule will likely remain. Have you instituted direct deposit payments for your employees? Instead of receiving paper paychecks, your team can go online and access your company’s cloud portal. As long as they are properly authorized, your workers can help spot irregularities and report problems.

Trust the Professionals at the Harding Group

Unlike other accounting firms, The Harding Group, located in Annapolis, MD, will never charge you for consultations and strive for open communication with our clients. 

Are you interested in business advising, tax preparation, bookkeeping and accounting, payroll services, training + support for QuickBooks, or retirement planning?  We have the necessary expertise and years of proven results to help. 

We gladly serve clients in Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Baltimore, Severna Park, and Columbia. If you are ready to take the stress out of tax time, contact us online or give us a call at (410) 573-9991 for a free consultation. For more tax tips, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

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