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Brian Terrell

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Tomorrow's Webinar—Intacct Product Tour for Key Reporting Features and Functionality

Posted by Brian Terrell on Mon, Aug 10, 2015

When: August 11th at 10 AM PT

Timely and consistent information on revenue, cash flow, and profitability are required to make important decisions, but there's a solution if your current accounting system can't keep up. 

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The Cloud Makes Sense for Nonprofits

Posted by Brian Terrell on Mon, Aug 10, 2015

Join us for a webinar August 12, 2015 where the focus will be on how cloud-based  financial management and accounting software can address challenges that Nonprofits experience with increased governance, a heightened focus on compliance, and intense competition for funding. It's imperative that nonprofits take advantage of the right technologies. Nonprofit organizations must also increase efficiency and transparency—while maintaining successful missions. 

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Temporary Workers Fuel the Staffing Industry to Achieve Record Growth

Posted by Brian Terrell on Thu, Jul 30, 2015

The number of temporary workers reached an all-time high this year and the numbers keep on surprising market analysts. But when you really break it apart, it makes sense why temporary employment benefits both employers and employees. Here’s a look at a few of those perks from an employer standpoint:

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The Light and Dark Sides of the On-Demand Economy

Posted by Brian Terrell on Wed, Jul 29, 2015

With consumers relying more heavily on their smartphones and tablets than ever before, the on-demand business model is here and it is here to stay. It’s obvious from a consumer point of view on why this is so beneficial, but is it equally beneficial for the independent workers trying to earn a living by using the on-demand economy platform or for the companies adapting to this new way of business?

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On-Demand Business Chooses To Hire Employees Instead Of Independent Contractors

Posted by Brian Terrell on Tue, Jul 28, 2015

On-demand businesses like Uber and Shyp have turned the traditional business model upside-down while satisfying consumers insatiable need for instant goods and services.  However, Shyp, a San Francisco startup that offers on demand pick-up, packaging, and shipping services has decided to hire their couriers as employees, instead of treat them like third-party or independent contractors.  As indicated in “Shyp Makes Couriers Employees Before It’s Too Big To Change,” posted by Davey Alba on Wired.com, Shyp has indicated that this move is intended to develop long-term relationships with couriers, which can improve the customer experience.  Shyp also decided to provide couriers with additional supervision, training, and other guidance which can only be done successfully with employees. 

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