This infographic was produced by Sage What is RTI? RTI stands for Real Time Information and is a new and more effective Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system that is being introduced by HMRC on 6th April 2013. Very few changes have been made to the Payroll management system since 1944, which is why it's time for a fresh new start. What will change? The current Payroll system requires employers to submit end-of-year forms (P35/P14) to HM Revenue & Customs detailing each...Read More
Well, in not so many words, a lot. The new Sage 50 Accounts 2013 features all of the extensive and essential features of previous editions, but with added and improved user interface, time saving enhancements and easier-to-use systems, providing you with more time to run your business and manage your customers, finances and suppliers. Sage have attempted to heed the needs and requirements of their customers and incorporate this feedback into their new and...Read More
Recently Sage published a guest blog from Will Partington of their Accountants' Team offering some very useful tips on managing cash flow for small businesses. Effectively managing your cash flow is one of the secrets to business success, and there are a few measures which can be taken to make monitoring cash flow easier. The first measure, according to Partington, it to credit check potential customers to ensure they will be in a position to pay you. This may also involve asking to see...Read More
Regular visitors to our website will have noticed that we recently added some new Sage Bundles to our software range, including the Sage 50 Business Package. This comprehensive suite includes Sage 50 Accounts Professional, Sage 50 Payroll Professional, Sage ACT! Premium, Sage 50 HR and Sage 50 Forecasting – encompassing everything a small to medium sized business needs to benefit from all of the features of Sage business accounts software.
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Don't worry, it's not as bad as it sounds! Provided that you don't change your hardware or operating setup, your software will always work - it is said that there are some people still using very old sage software today. Unlike cloud providers where your software is a subscription where you will lose access if you stop paying, Sage software will not stop working. However, all software companies have to develop their software to continue to work with new microsoft operating systems. They...Read More
Recently I read an insightful article on the Sage website exploring the value of effective social media management for small businesses. It is undeniable that as its popularity has grown social media has emerged as a cost-effective and innovative way for businesses to connect with their customers and manage customer service, while also cutting print advertising costs. The effectiveness and cost-saving benefits of social media mean that it shouldn't be ignored, especially for small and growing...Read More