ERP and CRM product maker Open Systems Inc. has formed a new partnership with Argus Hosting, a provider of online hosting and cloud services for ERP users.

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Online accounting software maker Xero has partnered with expense reporting application company Expensify, effectively integrating Expensify’s expense report data directly into Xero’s accounting platform.

NetSuite Inc. is considering establishing a formal BPO program for CPA firms as its Accountants Program has reached 1,000 members worldwide.

CCH has updated its CCH Mobile App to enable IntelliConnect research platform subscribers to easily access and share content via Apple, Android, and Kindle Fire HD mobile devices.

Boomer Consulting, Inc. announced Thursday the recipients of its inaugural Bridging the Gap Awards, recognizing firms and individuals in the accounting industry that excel in aligning technology, firm management and talent development.

The Tax & Accounting business of Thomson Reuters has released a number of enhancements to the latest version of Workpapers CS, its workpaper management software for tax engagements. The enhancements include increased integration with UltraTax CS, the addition of Source Document Processing for managing workpapers, and several additional points of integration with other applications in the Thomson Reuters CS Professional Suite.

As the number of available cloud storage offerings continues to expand, Box and Dropbox consistently rank among the most popular, yet which is best for your accounting firm?

ERP product maker Open Systems Inc. has formed a preferred vendor relationship with Keystone Solutions Inc. to integrate the Traverse ERP product with the eCommERPbridge ecommerce platform.

The old adage that there are two sides to every story remains true today especially as it pertains to accountants.

Accounting software vendor Intuit Inc. has launched a new QuickBooks Cloud ProAdvisor Program for accountants who are interested in building their business in the cloud.

Long-time Sage North America partner Faye Business Systems Group(FayeBSG) has joined the Acumatica channel, adding to its overall cloud product offerings.

Remote desktop apps are increasingly popular among practitioners and the Jump Desktop for Apple and Android devices is on the rise as it, quite simply, lets you control your computer in a variety of ways from your mobile device.

Cloud computing and IT consultant to CPA firms Roy Keely explains how firms only think they're adopting a hybrid cloud strategy, but in reality its a different monster they're creating.

After attending the Acumatica partner conference earlier this week I’d like to take the time today to give my take on who they are as a company, where they fit in to the world of cloud ERP and their future.