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Xero, the cloud based accounting software, has been getting lots of media exposure lately; mostly about its share price, but also regarding its rapidly increasing customer base. We can’t offer an opinion on the share price of Xero, but we can put our two cents in about the value of accounting software to our clients, and the increasing prevalence of cloud based software.   In simple terms “cloud based software” is where the software is internet based, rather than located on your home computer.  The beauty of this is that you can access your accounting software anywhere that you have internet access, be it on the building site, out the back of the farm or at a Café.  For us, as your business advisors, we can also access your accounting data in real time.

Here at Skipper Lay we work very much on a “Horses for Courses” approach to accounting software.   Cloud solutions are fabulous, but they are not for everyone.  We think the best approach is to look at how you work (whether you are mobile or desk bound), your level of computer literacy, and also what your budget is.  We know a lot about a broad range of accounting packages so get in touch if you need a hand deciding what to use.

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