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Accountants have always been leaders in adopting cloud-based technology, understanding the benefits it brings in eliminating outdated, manual, and paper-based processes. The main barriers to obtaining these cloud based business advantages are around security and access management.  The Security Barrier A common misconception is that moving to the cloud will result in less security. The […]

As pioneers of cloud technology, an efficient tech stack is the beating heart of the modern accounting firm. The right stack and integrations can help your SME balance people, processes, and tech. Is your firm maximising efficiency and productivity from your tech stack and maintaining data security? In this article, we’ll explore how Practice Protect […]

The average accounting firm has access to an astounding amount of sensitive client data. Effective management of this data isn’t just a concern for your firm, but also the clients you service that are trusting you with its safety.  Therefore as a responsible data custodian, it’s essential for you to ensure safe management of this […]

Did you know that lack of awareness of cybersecurity threats represents the a risk to your firm? Internal company threats are just as dangerous to firms as external threats are. This includes careless employees, contractors, or malicious ex-employees in your firm. As internal threats are being classed as one of the biggest risk areas, cybersecurity training and […]

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 […]

Retaining talent is front of mind for firm owners and managers, especially in 2022 and beyond. New findings from research into the “Great Resignation” suggest that 76% of accounting and finance employees want their companies to make work permanently flexible. As a firm owner or manager, how do you balance this desire for remote work […]