‘Activity-based billing’: the right move for managing cash flow?
More and more small and midsize businesses are changing the way they charge their customers — and in most cases, it’s music to a CFO’s ears.
Billing and Invoicing
2 A/P outsourcing hazards and how to avoid them
Companies looking to slash overhead costs by outsourcing A/P functions should be careful to avoid making these common mistakes.
3 things you need to know before taking Finance to the cloud
Cloud-based accounting technology continues to evolve into an attractive idea for Finance. But there are a few reasons why you may want to put the breaks on making the switch.
5 key areas for Finance to focus in 2009
With a year of many firsts just completed, everybody is on the hunt for ways to ensure stability in the new year. Here are five New Year’s resolutions for Finance in 2009.
5 keys to error-free invoice processing
Whatever level of automation your Accounts Payable department is at, there are still basic invoice-processing principles most staffers need to follow.
5 ways to make your presentation memorable
Ever felt like you were presenting to a group of zombies? There are plenty of ways to lose a crowd. But fortunately there are also lots of ways to keep your audience from zoning out and remembering your key points.
Accepting credit cards? 4 ways to keep fees low, collections high
A majority of businesses are now accepting credit card payments from companies — but how often?
Automating Finance: What goal are most firms shooting for?
When it comes to automation, what ranks highest for your departments?
Employees want to find less costly healthcare, but need help
Finance staffers have been urging employees to ask questions and shop around for less-costly, high quality health care for years now — and it looks like many employees are finally heeding the call.
Fight fraud: Have A/P focus on this external threat
The A/P department usually presents an attractive target for fraudsters. So ensuring your anti-fraud controls are up to snuff is vital — particularly when it comes this exposure.
Going Postal: What delivery cuts mean for your cash
There’s so much hoopla around whether or not the Postal Service will eliminate Saturday delivery. But here’s what should really have you concerned.
Hall of Shame: 5 biggest math blunders
You’d think passing Math 101 would be a requirement to help run a major organization. That may not be the case once you take a gander at some of these gigantic math gaffes.
How automated is your AP department?
Almost all AP departments have some degree of automation but, for many, there’s plenty of room for more.
How do your customers prefer to receive their bills?
When it comes to billing, paper invoices are becoming obsolete.
How to Choose an Internet Service Provider
Choosing the right internet service provider (ISP) is essential to the success of your small business.
Improper payments: How to avoid 3 top AP problems
Scary thought: Financial loss from “improper payments” has affected almost half of your peers.
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