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Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management BYO...

April 18, 2024

Here's how to build your own database (BYODB) in a dev VM in Dynamics 365 for Finance and Supply Chain Management (D365 FSCM) step by step.

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Running Your Favorite Websites as Desktop Apps

April 16, 2024

If you have a habit of keeping dozens of browser tabs open for your most-used websites, here's a way to use these sites as web apps.

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Maximizing Revenue and Customer Relationships Through Equipment R...

April 12, 2024

Integrating equipment rentals alongside traditional sales in manufacturing is an innovative way to boost revenue and strengthen customer relationships

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Maximizing Economic Development: The Vital Role of Team Involveme...

April 11, 2024

Implementing CRM isn't merely about installing software. It's about empowering your team to their full potential, which requires CRM training.

Case Study

Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics Case Study – Dynamic...

April 11, 2024

Instead of shifting the current state to another ERP foundation, we treat this as an opportunity to take advantage of transformation. Our engagement with MCIA showcases what such an ERP collaboration can look like.

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Expense Deferral and Amortization with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Fin...

April 10, 2024

Dynamics 365 Finance offers powerful tools to streamline your expense deferral and amortization processes. Here's how to use these features.

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Doing media relations right in 2024

April 9, 2024

From The Agency at Sikich, thoughts on how public relations professionals can succeed in today’s media environment.

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Managing Exchange Online with PowerShell: A Guide to Recipient Ma...

April 9, 2024

With shutting down an Exchange server, the supported method of management of Exchange Online recipients is through PowerShell. Here's how.

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NetSuite Release 2024.1: Enhancing Your Business Operations

April 8, 2024

Here are the key highlights of the NetSuite 2024.1 release and how they can benefit your operations.

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Operator Connect in Microsoft Teams

April 5, 2024

As more companies are switching to Microsoft Teams Phone service, the question that is asked more often is what is Operator Connect? Here's the answer.

Wealth Management

Backdoor Roth IRA Planning: A Tax-free Financial Strategy

April 4, 2024

Author Doug Mathey explains how a backdoor Roth plan enables you to contribute to a regular IRA without the concern of income limitations.

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Strategic Provider Consolidation: Check All the Boxes

April 3, 2024

When you get the full range of critical transaction services from a single preferred partner, you set yourself up for transaction success, speed and simplicity.

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Infographic: Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics’ ERP Modern...

April 3, 2024

MCIA partnered with Sikich to achieve a seamless transition with ERP modernization using Dynamics 365 for Finance and Supply Chain Management.

Case Study

Calgary Economic Development Case Study

April 3, 2024

Our Cloud Nine economic development CRM solution helped Calgary Economic Development drive performance and improve customer relations.

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IRS Voluntary Disclosure Program Expires – What’s Next with t...

April 2, 2024

The IRS may reintroduce the Voluntary Disclosure Program (VDP) for employers who elected to repay Employee Retention Credit (ERC) dollars.

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Navigating the Web Anonymously: Chrome Incognito Mode vs. Guest M...

April 2, 2024

Google Chrome offers two modes of browsing privacy for users, Incognito Mode and Guest Mode. What's the difference between the two?

Accounting

Tax Insight From Jim Brandenburg Featured in WICPA Magazine

April 2, 2024

Jim Brandenburg's article, "Voluntary disclosure program for ERC claims," was published by WICPA. It discusses the IRS' Voluntary Disclosure Program for the Employee Retention Credit.

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Navigating the Crossroads: When QuickBooks Leaves Your Life Scien...

April 1, 2024

Is your life sciences company still using Quickbooks for financial management, but have noticed that your growth is outgrowing it? There's a reason.

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How to Filter Microsoft Dynamics 365 Entities with OData

March 29, 2024

OData in Dynamics 365 is a powerful tool, but without filtering the data, it can become unwieldy. Here's how to filter the data with the OData tool.

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2024 Common Findings Corner for Institutions: Top Compliance Find...

March 28, 2024

The most recent cycle of audit findings conducted by the Department of Education occurred over the summer and included its top ten school audit and school program review findings of 2022. Here's our take:

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Certification Procedure Updates to State Minimum Hours

March 26, 2024

Under the updated Certification Procedure for higher education institution's State Minimum Hours, career training programs need to be shortened to state minimum to qualify for aid.

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Navigating the Digital Skies: Managing Software on Autopilot

March 26, 2024

Organizations can now set up automated software management to handle any and all updates, patches, and enhancements with Autopilot. Here's how.

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Sikich Partners with Symphony Talent to Expand Talent Acquisition...

March 26, 2024

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Strengthening Segregation of Duties with Oracle’s Risk Mana...

March 22, 2024

Segregation of Duties is paramount for regulatory compliance to prevent fraud. Oracle's Risk Management can help.

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Sikich Partners with Insurity to Support Digital Transformation F...

March 22, 2024

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SIKICH NAMED A GREAT PLACE TO WORK®, FAR EXCEEDING THE INDUSTRY ...

March 21, 2024

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M“ERC”h Madness: The Latest Developments of the Employee Rete...

March 20, 2024

The following items are the latest developments of the Employee Retention Credit and how the ERC can impact your business.

Technology

Find Out Who Invited Guest User Accounts in Microsoft Entra ID by...

March 19, 2024

Do you want to know who invited guest users to your Microsoft Entra ID tenant? There's a way using the audit logs feature. Here's how.

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How Sikich Uses AI to Enhance Your Documentation Process

March 18, 2024

Sikich’s AI service for the documentation process can help you create and maintain professional, high-quality, and compliant documentation with ease.

Accounting

Fraud in Manufacturing: A Case Study and Prevention Checklist

March 15, 2024

Implementing effective internal controls is crucial for the financial integrity of a manufacturer. Here is a list of key internal controls to get manufacturers started.