Practice Protect Articles

Keeping track of expenses, client transactions, receipts, and invoices is taxing in a dynamic market and fast-moving business climate. Having to stay on top of managing expenses, accountants and bookkeepers face this mounting challenge daily. As firms and businesses scale, the complexities of expense management grow bigger, which often leads to financial discrepancies and the likelihood […] Read more

The software accountants use can make, or break, their firm, and one of the heavy lifters in this space is the E-signature software. This software is helping to power many firms through simplifying and improving the way they handle contracts, tax documents, and, well, all manner of documents throughout the firm. Thanks to our latest […] Read more

In today’s fast-paced digital world, choosing the right accounting software for your firm is a strategic decision that can significantly impact productivity, and client satisfaction, and enhance your cybersecurity.   With cyber threats on the rise, it’s essential for accounting firms to focus not just on efficiency, but also security when picking software for their […] Read more

The long-awaited latest edition of the Accounting Report is finally here!   The accounting industry is growing, with an anticipated 130,000+ growth every year in the US alone. However, what’s often overlooked is the pivotal role technology plays in powering, and improving the efficiency of accounting firms, as well as how it affects the clients’ experience […] Read more

In today’s increasingly digital landscape, financial data has become a prime target for cyberattacks. As gatekeepers of sensitive financial information, bookkeepers are not only responsible for managing numbers but also for ensuring robust cybersecurity measures to protect their clients. Data breaches can lead to severe consequences, including identity theft and reputational harm. This post explores how bookkeepers can safeguard client data through encryption, multi-factor authentication, secure cloud storage, and compliance with data protection laws. Discover how cybersecurity is evolving as a key pillar in the bookkeeping industry and why it has become a competitive advantage for firms. Read more

In today's digital landscape, trust is essential for accounting firms. One effective way to build this trust is by prioritizing cybersecurity. As clients become increasingly aware of the risks to their sensitive financial data, implementing robust security measures is crucial. Practice Protect can help firms safeguard client information and strengthen relationships as the leading cybersecurity solution tailored for the accounting industry. Discover how enhancing your cybersecurity practices can elevate client confidence and set your firm apart in a competitive market. Read more

Cybersecurity has emerged as the most significant risk for accounting professionals in the US. Learn about the threats and essential strategies to protect your firm and sensitive financial data from cyber-attacks. Read more

Worried about your browser saving passwords? This step-by-step guide will show you how to disable password saving in Chrome, Firefox, and Safari to enhance your online security. Read more

Scaling a bookkeeping business comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to maintaining security. Learn how Practice Protect can help bookkeepers grow their businesses without compromising on security. Read more

Time and time again, email has proven to be the most popular means by which hackers target accounting firms. 3 out of 4 companies are receiving an increased number of email-based threats, according to a study conducted throughout 2021. Email-based threats can range from simple phishing attempts to sophisticated ransomware attacks that can cause serious […] Read more

One in every 99 emails is a phishing email. Are your team members aware of the red flags that a crafty phishing email exhibits? Only one careless click is needed to expose your sensitive client data to malicious actors. Ensure that your team knows common red flags to look out for in a phishing email […] Read more

Let’s be honest, It’s difficult to create and remember secure passwords for a few different accounts, let alone the dozens of accounts you handle at your accounting firm every day. While retail password managers do a good job of keeping passwords in one place, they don’t have the advanced security features and access control that’s […] Read more

Keeping track of expenses, client transactions, receipts, and invoices is taxing in a dynamic market and fast-moving business climate. Having to stay on top of managing expenses, accountants and bookkeepers face this mounting challenge daily. As firms and businesses scale, the complexities of expense management grow bigger, which often leads to financial discrepancies and the likelihood […] Read more

The software accountants use can make, or break, their firm, and one of the heavy lifters in this space is the E-signature software. This software is helping to power many firms through simplifying and improving the way they handle contracts, tax documents, and, well, all manner of documents throughout the firm. Thanks to our latest […] Read more

In today’s fast-paced digital world, choosing the right accounting software for your firm is a strategic decision that can significantly impact productivity, and client satisfaction, and enhance your cybersecurity.   With cyber threats on the rise, it’s essential for accounting firms to focus not just on efficiency, but also security when picking software for their […] Read more

Practice Protect just got even better with the release of security insights and alerts for all admin users. See exactly where the potential threats are and how you can help improve firm security – or better yet meet with our team to help resolve any alerts. Read more

With cybercrime statistics rising, your clients are asking more and more questions about how secure the data they’re entrusting to you is. Some unspoken questions are: “Who has access to my files? “How are you securing my data?” Answering this question of data security is becoming critically important for accountants and bookkeepers in order to […] Read more

Cloud technology is becoming essential to the accounting industry, are you cloud-optimized?  The move to the cloud has changed not only how you work as an accountant, but also the way your team is structured, and how and where they work from. Staying in control of a distributed team and ensuring security standards are met […] Read more