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3 CRM apps para ejecutivos de ventas que trabajan fuera de la oficina

Sea que se encuentren en camino para reunirse con clientes o vayan a un entrenamiento, los ejecutivos de ventas están constantemente en movimiento. Por eso, ellos necesitan las herramientas que les ayuden a cerrar ventas más rápido, prácticamente desde cualquier lugar. Por esta razón, el acceso móvil a sistemas de ventas se ha convertido en una necesidad; los negocios de hoy necesitan CRM apps que han sido diseñadas pensando en las necesidades del usuario “móvil”. Aquí hay una lista de CRM apps que tus ejecutivos de ventas pueden usar mientras están trabajando fuera de la oficina.  

#1 Salesforce

Como el CRM #1 en el mundo, Salesforce no es ajeno a la necesidad de todo ejecutivo de ventas de estar en contacto y cerrar tratos con clientes mientras está fuera de su lugar de trabajo. La aplicación móvil de Salesforce permite revisar y compartir datos en tiempo real, trabajar en equipo, gestionar prospectos, contactos, cuentas y oportunidades desde sus dispositivos móviles.   

Lo mejor es que puedes integrar Salesforce con tu sistema contable o ERP con Commercient SYNC. Con SYNC, tus equipos de ventas y de atención al cliente estarán siempre actualizados respecto a órdenes nuevas, facturas, ventas, inventario, direcciones de envío y facturación, y mucho más, todo entre Salesforce y tu ERP.

Revisa una lista de ERPs y sistemas contables que integra SYNC con Salesforce.

#2 Zoho CRM

Al igual que Salesforce, Zoho CRM es una aplicación móvil que tu equipo de ventas también puede usar al estar fuera de la oficina. Esta app funciona con dispositivos Android, iPhone e iPad, lo que les ayuda a acceder a los datos almacenados en Zoho CRM desde donde se encuentren.

Un miembro de tu equipo de ventas puede hacer negocios más rápido y tomar decisiones que queden registradas en el sistema, lo cual ayuda a mejorar la colaboración entre los miembros.

A través de Commercient SYNC, puedes hacer más eficientes tus procesos y que tu front y back office funcionen como un todo. Revisa la página con las integraciones SYNC para Zoho aquí.

#3 HubSpot CRM

Otra app que le serviría a tu equipo de ventas mientras estén trabajando fuera o de manera remota es Hubspot CRM. Con esta aplicación puedes tener información valiosa al alcance de tu mano, y tener control de las interacciones con tus clientes automáticamente. Así, sabrás cuándo hacer actividades clave como dar seguimiento y obtendrás información del comportamiento del cliente.

Hubspot tiene una versión gratuita con la que puedes comenzar. También puedes conectarla con tu ERP Sage Live, Acumatica, etc. gracias a IoT Pulse, que te ayudará a automatizar tareas. Por ejemplo, podrás enviar emails automáticamente cuando un cliente ingrese una nueva orden o genere una nueva factura.

¿Te interesa conectar tu CRM con tu ERP y facilitar a tus ejecutivos de ventas información clave mientras estén fuera de la oficina? Contáctanos hoy para una demostración, y con gusto responderemos todas tus preguntas.  

Tips para mantener tu negocio en constante crecimiento

Si sientes que tu negocio está estancado, no te preocupes. Aunque son etapas normales, hay técnicas probadas que pueden revivir tu sueño, la visión que tenías de tu empresa cuando comenzaste. Aquí hay algunos tips que puedes implementar para mantener tu negocio a flote, y ayudarle a crecer.

Actualiza tu Software

Para estar a la altura en esta era digital, es importante mantenerte al día con la tecnología, o de otro modo perderás la oportunidad de disminuir costos, mejorar la productividad y seguir siendo competitivo. Actualmente hay muy buena tecnología disponible en el mercado que te puede ayudar a concentrarte en tus clientes y llevar a tu negocio al próximo nivel.

Por ejemplo, si en tu empresa ya se están utilizando sistemas CRM y ERP, no necesitas tener estos sistemas desconectados y tener a tu empresa operando de manera desorganizada. En vez de eso, puedes integrarlos con la plataforma SYNC para integración de datos y mantener actualizados ambos sistemas automáticamente: cualquier cambio hecho dentro del CRM se reflejará en el ERP y viceversa. Tus equipos de ventas y servicio al cliente estarán en la misma página, con lo cual se evitarán errores humanos, habrá mayor coordinación y clientes satisfechos.  

Consolida espacios de interacción online

Si no has estado interactuando con tus clientes actuales y potenciales a través de canales online, ahora es buen momento para comenzar. Algunas de las herramientas y tácticas que puedes utilizar para mantenerte en contacto con ellos es a través de tu sitio, blog, redes sociales como Facebook, Twitter, Google+ y LinkedIn. Con esto, puedes no solo mantener contacto con quienes ya te conocen sino alcanzar nuevas audiencias, pues se sentirán conectados con seres humanos reales.

Que tus clientes sean el centro de tu negocio

Una de las mejores formas de contribuir al crecimiento sostenido de tu empresa es poner a tus clientes primero. Cuando te enfocas en sus necesidades y en construir relaciones duraderas, los clientes son más leales a ti. Una vez el cliente ha realizado una compra, asegúrate de mantenerte en contacto (por ejemplo, envía newsletters y actualizaciones). Ellos serán una gran ayuda para hablar de tu compañía, y pueden llegar a convertirse hasta en embajadores de tu marca. Según un estudio de Gartner Group, el 20% de tus clientes existentes -los leales, esos que vuelven a comprarte- generan el 80% de tus ingresos. Por tanto, cuando entiendas a tus clientes y les des lo que buscan, ellos regresarán. Y hablarán bien de tu empresa.

Si quieres saber más como podemos ayudarle a tu negocio a seguir creciendo, contáctanos hoy mismo.

7 Must-Have Apps For Your Small Business

If you’re a small business, we’re sure you understand how important technology is in the business world, which is why we’ve created a list of seven must-have apps. We are sure these apps will help you take your business to the next level and get a higher return on investment. Check them out below.

#1 CRM Software

If you are still running your sales and marketing activities on spreadsheets, an email inbox and Post-it notes, it’s time for you to upgrade – you need to set up CRM software for your business as soon as possible. CRM software is a must-have for every small business, and will help your business run smoother, more professionally, and will give you the ability to scale up your activities. Here are a few CRM software vendors to check out:

  1. Salesforce CRM
  2. Zoho CRM
  3. Oracle
  4. Microsoft Dynamics 365

#2 ERP Software

In addition to CRM software, as a small business, you should also consider investing in ERP software. With an ERP solution, you can eliminate repetitive processes and reduce the need to enter information manually and allocate more company time to sales and business development instead of administrative tasks. Below is a list of ERP software vendors we suggest:

  1. Sage
  2. Acumatica
  3. Xero
  4. Epicor
  5. SAP
  6. Infor
  7. QuickBooks

Check out a complete list of recommended ERP vendors on our SYNC data integration page.

#3 Commercient SYNC

If you’re going to invest in CRM and ERP software, you should also consider investing in Commercient SYNC. It’s an out-of-the box and easy-to-use cloud-based application designed to integrate both your ERP and CRM data, and create one master system for easy data access. Commercient SYNC helps to keep everybody on the same page and allows you to see inventory in real time, search customer records, and complete orders for a simpler, more efficient sales process, and much more. And since it’s cloud-based, it makes it easier for you to grant your employees varying levels of controlled access to the data that you sync into your CRM system.

#4 Slack

Another must-have app that can help you your run your business more efficiently is Slack. It’s a team collaboration and messaging tool that reduces emailing back-and-forth, and offers public, private and direct messaging, file-sharing, phone calls, and message search. Slack can also be integrated with many other apps including MailChimp, Twitter, and Google Drive. It’s especially helpful when everyone’s not in one place.

#5 MailChimp

MailChimp is another must-have app for small businesses. The basic plan is free and it’s easy to use. MailChimp gives you access to dozens of attractive and easily customizable templates that you can send newsletters to a maximum of 2,000 subscribers and 12,000 emails (the free plan). It also allows you to capture leads from subscription forms, and send out automated emails. Additionally, MailChimp can be easily integrated with your CRM, ERP, website, and social media pages, and can also scale with you as your business grows.

#6 Basecamp

If you have remote employees, you’ll love Basecamp. It’s a web-based project management tool that helps you to organize, document and manage your company’s communication in one place that everyone can access and keep updated. It allows you to follow the progress of the work of each individual and find out exactly where everyone is up to in terms of their own virtual project management efforts. With Basecamp, you can you to stay in touch with your virtual employees daily.

#7 IoT Pulse  

Another must-have app for your small business is Commercient’s IoT Pulse. It allows you connect your ERP to the Internet, and provides connectivity with more than 815 Apps for your ERP. With IoT Pulse you can automate tasks, like sending out emails instantly when customers input a new order or generate a new invoice. In addition, IoT Pulse provides integration with MailChimp so you can send new product information to all your customers.

Interested in learning more about Commercient SYNC or IoT Pulse? Our sales reps would love to speak more with you.

Does Your Business Need a Cloud Computing Strategy?

You’ve heard of cloud computing, right? Stratalux CEO Jeremy Przygode says it’s the norm for businesses today and it’s transforming the way we do business. A recent report shows that over 95% of businesses now operate on a public, private, or hybrid cloud platform. How about your company? Do you have a cloud computing strategy? Here are few reasons why you should consider developing one.

You can save more money

If you choose to migrate to the cloud, you can save a lot of money. Rackspace surveyed 1,300 companies and found that 88% of cloud users experienced significant cost savings and 56% of them noted an increase in profits. With the cloud, you reduce hardware costs because hardware repair and replacement costs are left to the vendor. It also saves on your power bills. Large data centers take up space and produce heat. You won’t have to worry about keeping that area cooled to optimal temperature if your hardware is offsite. You also save on labor and maintenance costs. That means your IT staff can focus on daily needs and development. If your company doesn’t have in-house IT, moving to the cloud will defray third-party hardware repair bills.

The cloud also allows you to take advantage of the pay-as-you-go model – you only pay for software as you utilize it, and it can be canceled at any time. The subscription model helps you avoid the costs that can come with defective software.

You can innovate and experiment

Migrating to the cloud will also help you innovate, experiment, and create new products and services. A study conducted at the London School of Economics and Political Science found that “One of the key ways that cloud computing supports operational and technological innovation is by moving an organization more briskly through the experimental or prototyping stages. With traditional IT models, a decision to prototype a new system generally involves the procurement and installation of expensive hardware, with the associated checks and delays that conventional purchasing requires. Cloud provisioning, on the other hand, can be implemented rapidly and at low cost.”

In other words, with the cloud, you can spend a lot more time on developing strategies and products to help your company grow and less time on maintaining infrastructure and hardware. In addition, because cloud software can be deployed within hours your staff can increase productivity because they won’t have to wait for installation.  

You can be more flexible

Cloud computing also allows you to be more flexible both inside and outside of the workplace. For example, if you need access to data while you are away from the office, you can easily access that data anytime and anywhere through any web-enabled device. With the cloud, you can also offer more flexible working hours to your employees and collaborate with them on the go and in real-time. An effective cloud strategy allows your employees to have more freedom, which yields happier and more productive workers.

You can increase security and protection of sensitive data

If you move to the cloud, you can also experience increased security, privacy, and control – all data sent to the cloud is encrypted and is hosted in a centralized and protected environment. Since your data is stored in the cloud, you can access it no matter what happens to your hardware. Commercient’s SYNC app, for instance, is a cloud-based application that provides a safe and secure environment for integrating data between ERP and CRM systems. The secure cloud environment makes it easier for you to grant your employees varying levels of controlled access to the data you sync into your CRM system. Hence, developing a cloud strategy allows you to take greater control of your data.

Cloud computing strategy or not?

Almost all apps and legacy software have already moved to the cloud. The scalability, flexibility, and increase in employee collaboration make a cloud strategy almost imperative for a growing business.  Cloud computing is also cost-effective, secure, and easy to maintain. A cloud solution simplifies hosting and allows your company to scale up or down as your business needs change. According to John Angove, CEO of Commercient, “In order to be nimble, moving your processes to the cloud is the best option for companies that want to stay competitive.”

The question isn’t whether you should adopt a cloud strategy, but when?

 

Commercient is pleased to introduce an amazing new product–IoT Pulse. Access to it is by invitation only, so contact us to get on the waiting list.

Back-to-School Tech 2017: Best Technology for College Students

Fall is approaching rapidly, and besides the wonderful weather, falling leaves, and shorter days, it also means that students are returning to school.  In that spirit, we have compiled some of the best tech for college students.  We are not going to talk about dorms or apartments–these items are a matter of personal tastes and so many articles have covered them it is unlikely we could break new ground.  Instead, we have spoken with college students and ascertained what tech they cannot live without.  In other words, if you only buy a few things for your student this fall, these are the things to purchase.

Backpacks. No matter where you send your child to college, whether it be an urban campus like NYU or Georgia State, or a more traditional, insular college like Carleton College or Cornell, they are going to need a way to tote their books, notebooks, laptop, and tech to and from classes. Today’s backpacks aren’t like the old-school rucksack made of canvas and straps.  The best backpacks need to have compartments for cords and tech, need to be water-resistant, and need to be sturdy enough to protect the contents should the bag fall or drop.  Some of the higher end versions can even charge devices and include a hard drive. Here are the picks from the students we surveyed.  Co-alition and AMPL are both gadget-oriented picks if a bit on the pricey side.  Herschel backpacks are the college-student gold standard, and at a price of less than $100, can be replaced easily should they tear.  The North Face also has a wide variety of sturdy backpacks at all price ranges.

Laptop. Forget the tablets. They are hard to type on and remember that this list is about absolute necessity.  A well-made laptop with plenty of memory, options for gaming, and high functionality is a must.  Students will be doing everything from taking notes in class to researching term papers and coordinating their social lives on this machine. Even if money is tight, there are great options for every budget. If portability is the most important issue, look into an Apple MacBook Air. For creative types, the 2017 MacBook Pro, with its gorgeous display, is a great option. For a durable, powerful option with great features and 8G of memory, the Asus ZenBook UX330 is a fantastic option at a great price. If the price of tech is overwhelming for you, eBay has a great site with refurbished technology.

Headphones. For parents, this may seem frivolous.  They managed to get through their 4 years of college without them.  Bear in mind that Millennials and Generation Z are used to a barrage of constant white noise, what with people on their phones, typing on laptops, and watching videos. Every student we spoke with said that the ability to be able to block out distractions and listen to music or podcasts while they study is imperative. Headphones offer a portal to focus on the task at hand.  Audio-Technica has a great wired version at a good price, while wireless fans can find quality,  bargain-priced versions through BeatsX or SkullCandy.

Apps.  Many apps that are helpful for students are free, but if you do want to purchase one that you can be sure they will use, Amazon Prime for Students is probably the best choice. They have great deals on items that students would want, including textbooks. It also gives your student an option for entertainment when they need to unwind, because Amazon video has a staggering choice. For on-campus safety,  Circle of 6 is a great app to reassure nervous parents. To make the deluge of group projects easier on your student, try GroupMe.  To help with studying, Brainscape offers a nifty app to create flashcards. To facilitate and encourage your student to call home more often, make sure to install FaceTime or Google Hangouts. The list is endless, and many apps are either low- or no-cost, which is great for students (and parents) on a budget.

 

If you are a college student and need to amp up your resume and earn a bit of pocket money at the same time, Commercient is offering paid internships in a variety of positions.

Sports and Technology, Weekly Tech Blog, Week of August 7-11, 2017

For North Americans, football season is right around the corner. Technology is changing sports just as it is changing every aspect of our lives.  Here are some of the best ways that football and tech are merging.  Of course, much of this applies to any sport–soccer, rugby, baseball–all of them are using technology for everything from marketing to training. Below, we discuss how technology and sports can work together to create the best experience for fans and players alike.

Connected stadiums  

With ticket prices to major events on the rise, as well as the costs for parking, concessions, and game day souvenirs, sporting venues need to keep bringing in fans. Think about it–if a fan can sit in comfort at home and enjoy a game with their friends in HD, why would they pay exorbitant rates to go to a game? That is where connected stadiums come in.

Connected stadiums seek to enhance and improve the fan experience in every aspect. The issues that some fans have with going to live events–parking issues, long lines at concessions and restrooms, and no wifi connectivity–are all eliminated with the new connected stadiums.  Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta’s newest offering, will take the crown of the most connected stadium in the world. Chelsea FC is embracing the digital fan experience at their new venue.

With full connectivity and digitization, fans will be able to order food and drinks to their seats.  They can find the closest restroom with the shortest lines, and an app will help them with parking. The app also lets fans watch instant replays, acquire stats about players, and update their fantasy leagues. Eventually, stadium owners hope to incorporate VR into the fan experience.  Regardless, today’s stadiums are making every effort to make an immersive fan experience well worth the price of admission.

Virtual reality

Virtual reality and sports seem like a natural fit.  For fans, the VR experience will allow them to view the games from the players’ perspectives.  In addition, some of the major U.S. sports leagues like the NBA (National Basketball Association) are offering VR coverages of games.  In addition, other sports leagues are following suit. NextVR, a VR broadcasting startup, has already covered NFL games and the Super Bowl, the live-stream broadcast of the International Champions Cup (ICC) soccer games, a NASCAR race and some NHL games.

For the players and coaches, VR can be used to influence athlete training.  For example, Florida State University and Texas A&M have their players wired while at practice and games so they know how much effort the player expends. In addition, the STRIVR training module captures 3-D footage of football action and uses that to help players learn playbooks without impact. Sports teams can also use it to replay and analyze the game from different perspectives. Soccer clubs like Dutch team Ajax are already using VR technology to great effect, both to enhance the fan experience and in training.

Watching games and tailgating

Tech for every part of the game has gotten better. We no longer have to smuggle alcohol in pants pockets and risk getting caught. The Drinking Jacket has a solution for that. According to their site, the jacket has a built-in bottle opener, neoprene koozie pocket, hidden flask pocket, drinking mitts and sunglass holder. Now dipsomaniac fans can smuggle alcohol into stadiums with style. For soccer, Formula 1, and rugby fans, Sport Right Now has an award-winning verified sports news app that culls the latest news from every source and puts it into one place. Although the company is still a startup, NeuLion seamlessly syncs live video, live audio and live data (stats) to create dynamic live and interactive TV-like experience over the Internet to any device. interactive digital video experience that gives fans an action-packed experience anytime, anywhere. Features include live event player, DVR functionality, slow-motion viewing, 4K delivery, real-time highlights, and instant replay. This is ideal for fans both attending games and those at home.

Sporting events are no longer passive.  Sports fans expect an active connection with the teams and players, and new technology is making sports an immersive and interactive spectator journey. For the players, new tech to monitor biometrics and performance should help to keep players safer.  In short, sports have fully embraced the digital age, and it can only make the experience better.

Best Tech for Busy Professionals

This week’s tech blog is dedicated to our readers.  We know that you all are swamped all day long, so if you are taking 5 minutes from your day to read this, we appreciate it.  As a thank you, here is a list of great tech to make your life a bit easier.

We all have days where it seems that you don’t have time to get anything done.  Your to-do list is so lengthy that you cannot remember if you ate, much less whether you have left your lights on or charged your phone.  I have compiled a list of the best tech gadgets to help busy professionals keep on task and manage their time.

To manage your diet and eat healthy food even when time is nonexistent, the good people at Tovala have you covered.  You may not have time to cook for yourself and healthy options are few and far between.  Or maybe you just hate to cook. The company’s motto is that you should never have to compromise between convenience, health, and taste. They offer a clean-eating meal delivery service with everything included.  There is no prep work involved other than acquiring a fork. You then place the trays into the Tovala, scan the barcode, and the oven automatically cooks your food perfectly by switching between convection, baking, and steaming. The oven even sends you a notification once the food is done so you aren’t stuck in the kitchen waiting. It includes an app so that if you feel inclined to cook your own meals Tovala will walk you through the process, and even lets you know about the nutritional value of the food.

To manage your home, a smart home hub is a necessity. If you are unfamiliar with the technology, smart hubs connect a variety of compatible smart devices. This allows you to control an array of devices and functions and also gives you access to a wealth of information. You can do simple things like stream music or order food, but you can also control electronic devices such as lights and thermostats. There is a myriad of connectable smart devices now, so functionality keeps growing. You can unlock doors, turn on sprinklers, and control plugs and thermostats. The Roomba even has smart technology now, so if your carpet needs a quick clean before you get home, they have an app for that. Home hubs run the gamut in pricing and performance, so choose what features are most important for you.  Amazon Echo has a great one, but if the price tag is too high for you,  the Wink Hub 2 has a nice option for less than $100.

To manage your technology, there is so much great tech out there to help you keep up with your business no matter where you are. The Anker Power Port 6 is a multi-port USB Hub can connect up to 6 USB devices at once from a single outlet. Charge your phone, a tablet, and any other device you need from one place. To avoid carrying a bulky wallet and multiple cards try the Wocket Smart Wallet. With biometric security, your multiple cards become a single card to conduct any transactions.  To keep up with all of your passwords, try LastPass.  This clever little app remembers all of your passwords so that you don’t have to. Unlike traditional password extensions and apps, no one can get access to your passwords even if your devices are stolen. This comes in handy when you treat yourself to a new phone or computer.

 

Commercient has the newest technology to help you manage all aspects of your business.  Our newest brainchild, IoT Pulse, lets you connect to over 750 apps. Access to this app is currently by invitation only, so click here to learn more and get on the waiting list.

Weekly Tech Blog, Week of July 24-28, 2017

Formula E Racing takes off in New York City:  Formula E Racing, or ePrix, is a fairly new arrival to the racing circuit–the sport has only been around since 2014.  Formula E was introduced in an effort to show off the potential of “sustainable mobility”. Many of the best names in motorsports–McLaren and Williams–and some of the most storied drivers in racing, like Senna and Piquet–have made Formula E the newest darling of the racing scene. Unlike traditional auto racing, which takes places on specially designated tracks, ePrix is kind of like a real-life version of Metropolis Street Racer on steroids.The 2-day race takes place on city streets, which is ideal for these cars.  The cars are silent, so the noise and emissions associated with gas-powered auto racing are eliminated.  The short straights and myriad corners display the noted acceleration of these vehicles.  The speed and artistry of these drivers is enough to woo even the most hard-core traditional racing enthusiasts. Other races this season have been held in such diverse locales as Hong Kong, Marrakesh, Monaco, Berlin, and Buenos Aires. While Formula E racing is still in its infancy, New York has signed a 10-year contract to sponsor the race, so expect much more from this sport in the future.  For those of you that are already avowed fans, you can watch the final race of the season, held July 29-30, 2017 in Montreal, on Fox Sports.

Virtual Reality experiences are literally out of this world.  Virtual Reality (VR) headsets are wonderful–we love ours! The problem right now is that there is not much VR material to experience.  Enter the brilliant minds behind VRLO (Virtual Reality London). At this conference, VR companies show off the latest and greatest in VR tech.  While most of the tech at VRLO was great, the most mind-blowing, awe-inspiring experience was created by the developers at Rewind. Their “Spacewalk” VR has snagged almost every award in the genre and even won a Silver Lion at Cannes.  In this spectacular VR experience, you are an astronaut whose mission is to repair a piece of the International Space Station (ISS). Created on Unreal Engine 4 and engineered for the HTC Vive, this VRX project is inspired by NASA. My paltry words won’t do it justice, so here is a video of the VR.

Afghan girls’ robotics team takes second in competition. The magnitude of this win cannot be overstated. In the FIRST Global Challenge, robotics teams from all over the world were asked to come up with a robotics-based solution to access clean water. Sounds pretty straightforward, right? For this team of girls, every possible obstacle was thrown at them. First, they had issues getting their supplies due to officials being concerned about the supplies falling into the hands of extremists.  So when other teams got their items in March, the Afghan team didn’t receive theirs until June. Add that to the fact that Afghanistan isn’t known as being a nation that embraces women in STEM careers. The girls were then denied visas into the U.S. twice before President Trump finally interceded on their behalf.  In the end, the girls took home the silver medal in the competition and an award for courageous achievement.

Commercient hasn’t been lagging behind in new technology! We have a number of great new apps on the Salesforce App Exchange.  We have introduced SYNC for NetSuite and Salesforce,  SYNC for SAP and Salesforce, SYNC for Exact and Salesforce, and more. Contact us for more information.

Weekly Tech Blog, Week of July 17-21, 2017

For this week’s tech blog, we’d have some introductions to make.  We’d like you to meet the Aston Martin Valkyrie, Google Earth’s new social tool, and Commercient’s great new Salesforce SYNC apps.

Stuff I’d want if money were no object, Part 3.  Like the Norse goddesses for which it was named, the Aston Martin Valkyrie is gorgeous and untouchable. While it doesn’t match the Bugatti Chiron for specs, this car is literally designed for nothing but speed.  Aston Martin has even redesigned their signature badge to accommodate the car as the original was too heavy. Here are the specs. The hypercar has a mid-mounted Cosworth 6.5 liter V12 and a Rimac-designed KERS-style hybrid powertrain.  It has 1,100 HP, 7-speed paddle shift, and a top speed of around 250 mph.  It can get from 0-200 in under 10 seconds. The car has no mirrors in order to avoid aerodynamic drag; instead, it has rear-facing cameras mounted toward the back with the images going to two screens in the car.  This will also give the car a better peripheral view.  All switchgear is in the steering wheel. The car will be available in 2019, but unfortunately, you won’t be able to buy one even if you do have a spare $3 million lying around.  All 150 of the available cars have already been sold.  Here is a picture of the barely street-legal gorgeous piece of machinery.

Google Earth might become the next social network. Well, kind of.  As part of the “Voyager” tool, Google Earth will soon be offering a platform to share your own story.  You can post your status updates, photos, and videos and place them directly on Google Earth’s map of the planet, wherever your exploits occurred. Your posts then become a part of the site’s history. You can share stories, recommendations, pictures, or even philosophical ideas about the places that inspired you. They have a beautiful preview of what these personal stories could look like.  Check out their “I Am Amazon” video below.

Commercient’s developers have been busy enhancing our stories. We are excited to announce that we have added several new apps to the Salesforce App Exchange.  We’d like to introduce you to SYNC for IFS and Salesforce, SYNC for Aptean and Salesforce, SYNC for Exact and Salesforce, SYNC for NetSuite and Salesforce, and SYNC for SAP and Salesforce. Contact us today to learn more!

 

7 razones para actualizar tu sistema contable

Si quieres que tu negocio funcione más rápido y mejor a medida que va creciendo, debes mantener actualizadas todas las herramientas que utilizas. Un buen lugar para comenzar es tu sistema contable. En especial si tu negocio está pasando por una fase de acelerado crecimiento.

Tu software de contabilidad no debería ser difícil de usar, y ciertamente no debería resultar con clientes insatisfechos, un atraso respecto a tu competencia y ventas perdidas. Aún peor, si aún tienes que pensar en trasladar tu software contable a la nube, podría estarte costando tiempo y dinero ahora mismo.

¿Necesitas incentivos para comenzar este cambio en tu compañía? Aquí te damos 7 razones para actualizar ahora tu sistema contable. Si alguna de estas razones te suena familiar. ¡es momento de tomar acción y actualizar tu software!

Te da envidia ver a otros manejar su negocio desde su smartphone.

¿Todavía tienes que llamar a alguien de tu oficina para que te ayude a contestar preguntas de tus clientes? ¿Sabías que puedes resolver fácilmente este problema trasladando tu sistema contable a la nube?

Utilizar software de contabilidad situado en la nube te da completa movilidad. Puedes acceder a tu información y siempre tenerla a la mano a través de un dispositivo conectado a Internet, responder prontamente a nuevas oportunidades de venta y exceder las expectativas de tus clientes. Es un ganar-ganar para todos.

Bono agregado: un software de contabilidad alojado en la nube es más efectivo en cuanto a costos y 10 veces más fácil de usar. Ya no hay necesidad de estar a pocos pasos de una computadora de escritorio. Ah, y por si fuera poco, es una de las maneras más seguras de almacenar información en estos días. Te estás quedando atrás si no estás utilizando algún software utilizable en dispositivos móviles. No hay razones para no utilizar tecnología en la nube que te permita brindarles a tus clientes la atención que esperan ahora en esta era digital.

Alguna vez has dicho: “Creo que tenemos ese producto en bodega”

“Creer” no es lo mismo que “saber” o “tener certeza de”. Si tu sistema no es capaz de decirte qué está en bodega y qué ha sido distribuido a un cliente, no estás solo. Es sorprendente, pero muchos negocios operan sin conocer a fondo su inventario. ¿Por qué pasa esto? Hay muchas opciones ahí afuera esperando que las aproveches. Tu software contable debería brindarte la información de tu inventario con la facilidad de hacer scroll y “clic” en tu teléfono móvil. Así que si utilizas palabras como “tal vez” o “quizá” con demasiada frecuencia al referirte a tu inventario y otra información clave de tu empresa, ¿no crees que es momento de pensar en actualizarte?

Estás perdiendo ventas ante competidores -¡sin que sean mejores que tú!

Puedes ser el mejor de los mejores pero si tú o tu personal no pueden ver fácilmente la información de una cuenta, inventario disponible u opciones de autoservicio, tanto tus ventas como satisfacción del cliente caerán dramáticamente. No hay razón para perder clientes ante competidores con productos de menor calidad. En especial si esa razón tiene que ver con tu sistema contable. Es un problema relativamente fácil de resolver. ¿Cómo? Adivinaste: actualiza tu sistema.

Tu sistema contable es muy, muy viejo

Si todavía hablas de cómo tu sistema contable pasó las pruebas del Y2K, hay un problema. Cuando comienza a limitar ciertas funciones puedes decir que los mejores días de tu software contable han quedado en el pasado. En el mundo de la tecnología todo se mueve rápido, y si no has hecho ningún cambio en las últimas dos décadas lo más probable es que estés quedando desfasado. No limites a tu negocio aferrándote a sistemas y procesos desactualizados. El cambio es bueno. Asúmelo. Sigue moviéndote hacia adelante y actualiza tu software contable.

No tienes una visión integral de dónde estás invirtiendo y ganando

¿Cuántos detalles de gastos y cuentas tienes dispersos en hojas de cálculo de Excel? No contar con una visión integral y exacta de lo que estás gastando y ganando va a hacerte daño después. Para saber aprovechar las inversiones y no perder dinero, es necesario que sepas bien cuánto se gasta en planilla y otros gastos operativos. Si planeas continuar creciendo, debes saber exactamente dónde hacer ajustes de presupuesto para maximizar tus recursos y lograrlo. Analizar tanto tus ganancias como tus costos sería más fácil si utilizaras un sistema contable actualizado a la medida de las necesidades de tu compañía.

Tu software actual ya no beneficia a tu compañía

Aunque ya hemos abordado este aspecto en todo el artículo, vale la pena hacerlo una vez más. ¿Tu sistema actual te brinda actualizaciones automáticas? ¿Es multi-usuario y fácil de usar de manera colaborativa? ¿Tienes claridad de tu situación financiera en tiempo real? ¿Ha reducido costos de actualizaciones, mantenimiento y administración? ¿Hace que no te preocupes por una falla de servidores? Si no puedes responder que sí a todas estas preguntas, ahí está la señal. Es momento de cambiar.

Tu contador te recomienda una actualización de tu sistema

El trabajo de tu contador es ayudarte con la contabilidad, ¿verdad? Él o ellos entienden cómo funciona todo, y cómo te está limitando tu sistema actual. Si no estás seguro de que sea el momento de actualizar tu sistema, habla con él. Los contadores son un gran recurso para tomar decisiones como esta y probablemente puedan recomendarte aspectos que necesitas considerar para mejorar procesos y elegir el sistema más adecuado para tu negocio. Ellos te conocen y conocen tu empresa. Son expertos en lo que hacen, así que si te están recomendando una actualización de tu sistema, más vale que escuches, ¿verdad?