The document presents a puzzle involving drawing straight lines to connect points without lifting the pen and discusses the pros and cons of cloud-based and desktop accounting software. It lists advantages of accounting software, such as automation and data accuracy, while also noting limitations of desktop solutions. Additionally, the document provides links to various accounting software providers and includes social media information for the author, James White.

1. Welcome!
@boostbristol
www.boostbristol.wordpress.com

2. Puzzle this…

3. Puzzle this…
 Draw 4 straight lines & connect all the points
 All the lines have to be connected.
 You cannot take your pen off the page
 Solution at the end.
 Good luck!

4. Cloud based software
 Pros and cons include:
– Accessibility;
– Collaboration / communication;
– Maintenance;
– Security;
– Cost;
– Other.

5. James White
@boostbristol
www.boostbristol.wordpress.com

6. James White – Founder InTouch CRM
https://twitter.com/jijwhite
https://twitter.com/intouchcrm
https://www.facebook.com/intouchcrm
http://www.intouchcrm.com/blog
https://www.youtube.com/intouchcrm
www.intouchcrm.com

7. Accounting
systems

8. Financial Records
Manual System
Spreadsheets
Accounting Software

9. Accounting Software - Advantages
Automation
Accuracy
Data Access
Scalable
Access to upto date information

10. Desktop Software
Desktop – one off cost
Limited Accessibility
Annual support fee
Upgrade fees
Data requires backup
Limited choice for Mac users

11. Online Software
Online – Monthly fee
Always latest version
Accessible from anywhere
Access from PC, Mac, Tablet, Phone
Data automatically backed up
Automatic bank feeds

12. Software Providers
Sage – Desktop or Online
Quickbooks – Desktop or Online
Xero – Online
Kashflow – Online
Wave - Online

13. Solution to puzzle
?

14. Solution to puzzle
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