QuickBooks deserves a page of its own, in my humble opinion.  Used well, it is a valuable tool that can truly reduce the administrative burden of managing your business and take your operating efficiency to a higher level. 

I don’t pretend to know everything about QuickBooks, but as a ProAdvisor the past 13 years, I’ve seen a lot. I’ve started businesses on this software countless times, and have helped complete novices become power users.  I use QuickBooks myself, and I like to have clients who use it, too, because it’s flexible, powerful, and designed to grow with your business. And that, simply put, is very good.

Going from pencil and tablet to computer and software is not accomplished over night.  It takes time, planning, and a methodical process.  Before taking the plunge, you must be able to evaluate the true costs and benefits of making such a move.   And after making the commitment, there’s a period of hill climbing that can be tiring. But the view from the top—the complete picture of your company’s financial health—is well worth it. And along the way, we’ll take in many other worthwhile sights, as the process of implementing QuickBooks creates the necessity to analyze almost every function of your business and identify opportunities to improve them.

In most cases, implementing QuickBooks can help you gain the financial control you need to achieve your business goals and, ultimately, financial freedom. But if it’s not the best answer for you, I’ll advise against using it and help you find a solution that offers a better fit for your company.