Xero & App Integration Support
How to operate more efficiently.
In an ideal world every system is linked for complete integration. In reality this is never 100%, but in the last 10 years software has improved this concept.
Retail, online, warehouse and accounting can now be linked for small systems, rather then just large business using Oracle, Netsuite, SAP and similar.
Why has Xero’s popularity grown so fast?
Xero listened customers, looked at the complete system to produce a ‘best in class’ interface and improve processes for accountants and business users. Sage has similarities to Woolworths, HMV, Argos. A well know brand but it’s now it’s so far behind Quickbooks Online and Xero it’s really struggling to catchup.
TaxCalc is a useful tool.
Taxcalc is a useful tool for accountants and can be linked to Xero. However, Xero is steadily increasing functionality to replace the functions is cannot complete. TaxCalc is reliant on an accounting system such as Xero for day to day bookkeeping.
What systems are a drain on resources?
Sage, Zoho, Kashflow, FreeAgent, Freshbooks, TaxFiler all have market share, but once you use and understand Xero do they matchup?
Go Paperless.. nearly.
Paper holidays requests & timesheets?
Employees submit leave, timesheets, overtime and expenses on their mobile. Managers approve, decline or edit. Video.
Apps we support.
Xero Expenses & Mileage - Submit expenses and mileage for approval.
Xero Projects - Monitor and track costs.
Xero Payroll Me - View payslips & submit holiday.
Trip Log - Mileage Tracker.
A2X - Integrate sales channels like eBay, Amazon, Shopify.
Dext - Electronically capture and store receipts.
ApprovalMax - Tool used to approve invoices.
Synder - Connects Marketplaces and payment platforms.
Business Turnover £5 Million+?
As sales increase systems become even more important. This is when businesses consider using an advanced app integrator.
One local app integrator based in Stafford is Outserve.
Examples
1. Stock system – Unleashed
2. Manufacturing – MRPEasy
3. Website – Woo Commerce & Shopify
4. Marketplaces Amazon and eBay – Expandly & Cin7 Core
Advice
Change your business processes to match the standard system. Do not customise software to suit your business. This will cost you every time there is a software upgrade and will cause you future integration issues. Too many people ignore this and waste thousands of pounds and time.
If you use sites like fiverr and Upwork complete extra due diligence. Users from other continents with system admin access is an enormous risk. Also consider software maintenance support costs and guarantees.
Real time reports on the go.
If you are looking for the best UK small business accounting software you have likely seen Xero mentioned.
Helping small businesses and accountants.
Dean is happy to have a 15 minute chat with an accountant or small business owner. He has a good fundamental knowledge in this area to support or to point you in the right direction.
