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CCH PROVIDES KNOWLEDGEBASE FOR CPA FIRMS

Riverwoods, Ill. - CCH has debuted KnowledgeConnect, a system that helps firms share knowledge, brainstorm and collaborate, and preserve knowledge in a searchable, re-usable form that's accessible to everyone. Users can ask a question about any tax- or accounting-related matter, and the answers are saved in the knowledgebase. The system is intended to save time and keep members of the firm from having to answer repetitive questions from staff.

For more, visit http://cchgroup.com.

SMARTVAULT DEBUTS ACCOUNTANT EDITION

Rosemont, Ill. - SmartVault has unveiled an Accountant Edition of its Web-based document management system for QuickBooks that includes new features and usability enhancements to help accounting firms manage client documents and communications, especially with small businesses using QuickBooks.

Features include streamlined client set-up and management, and enhanced security access levels for both firm and client users. SmartVault is offering free training and orientation sessions for firms.

For more, visit www.smartvault.com.

KIT HELPS FIRMS HOST QB USER CONFERENCES

Helena, Mont. - Accounting firm Anderson ZurMuehlen and software developer Forepoint have created a QuickBooks Conference Kit that allows CPA firms, QuickBooks ProAdvisors and others to host their own QuickBooks users conferences. The conference kit is available in three options: Level 1 includes the materials and content to produce a one- or two-day conference; Level 2 includes extra coaching help and conference planning; and Level 3 provides experienced presenters who can deliver keynote addresses and conference sessions.

The kit includes planning checklists, marketing templates and advice, speaker notes, event materials and forms, and a user guide.

For more, visit www.qbconferencekit.com.

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