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Sikich Series on Business Succession Planning: How to Value Your ...
November 5, 2018
There are many reasons a business owner may want or need a business valuation, including negotiating a merger or business sale, considering new shareholders, estate planning, or marital dissolution; however, there are only a few accepted business valuation approaches.
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OSHA Provides Important Clarification on Safety Incentive and Dru...
November 5, 2018
OSHA now recognizes that employers may implement such programs and/or testing in an effort to promote workplace safety. Furthermore, the agency has better clarified what is permissible and what is not.
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Sikich acquires human resources technology consulting business
November 1, 2018
Professional services firm Sikich announced Thursday that it has acquired the business of Executive Alliance, a human resources consulting firm that helps businesses across industries implement and optimize payroll and human capital management technology and processes.
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Finding N:N Relationships with Dynamics 365, Logic Apps, and Flow...
November 1, 2018
If you've created an N:N relationship in Dynamics 365, but can't find it, you aren't alone. Here's how to find them with Dynamics 365.
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Update Your #HashtagStrategy
October 31, 2018
If you fear your current digital marketing efforts aren’t reaching or engaging your target market, driving sales, or increasing web traffic, consider reviewing your hashtag strategy.
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Jim Brandenburg Featured in Accounting Today
October 30, 2018
Jim Brandenburg, CPA, MST, Partner, was quoted in Roger Russell's article about Section 199A, Plumbing the Mysteries of Section 199A, in Accounting Today.
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NetSuite for the CFO and Controller
October 30, 2018
CFOs and Controllers most likely won't sign into their NetSuite systems each day, but here are other ways to use NetSuite for CFOs and Controllers.
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New Custom Wisconsin Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate
October 30, 2018
The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (WDOR) recently made available a customizable electronic sales and use tax exemption certificate.
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Merger & Acquisition Disputes Involving Private Equity Firms...
October 30, 2018
The operating model of a PE firm is fueled by short-term business development and transformation, whereas traditional buyers opt for a long-term investment, and their differences continue into Merger and Acquisition (M&A) disputes.
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How Will Like-Kind Exchanges (Trades) of Equipment Affect Farmers...
October 26, 2018
The new tax law, known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, modified IRC Sec 1031, which provides for nonrecognition of gain in the case of a like-kind exchange by limiting nonrecognition to real property.
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How to Create Quick Access to File Attachments in NetSuite
October 25, 2018
What if we told you that we've created a customized tool to make it even easier to access the NetSuite file attachments functionality?
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Microsoft’s Task and Project-based Ecosystem – Part 1
October 24, 2018
MS products have always had a variety of Microsoft task management tools, but now that they're all project-based, they're more of a task ecosystem.
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Green Manufacturing: How to Be an Eco-friendly Manufacturer
October 24, 2018
This eco-friendly approach utilizes research and technology to reduce pollution, resources, and, ultimately, a company’s adverse impact on the planet.
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Form 990-T Update
October 23, 2018
The draft, issued on October 12, 2018 is a preview of how tax-exempt organizations will report unrelated trade or business income and deductions for tax year 2018.
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Best Wireless Security Practices While Traveling
October 23, 2018
We always seem to be on the go, requiring mobile solutions to work, which opens security risks, requiring best wireless security practices
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Meeting PCI DSS Requirements Using a DevOps Model
October 22, 2018
It may seem daunting to meet the DevOps PCI DSS requirements when you have so many updates, but there is a way to be consistent. Here's how.
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Webinar Recording: The Employee Handbook Builder
October 17, 2018
Sikich HR Advisory services now offers The Employee Handbook Builder.
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Passwords Reimagined by Google Chrome
October 17, 2018
Google Chrome browser has offered password storage for awhile, but now with Chrome password assist, it can suggest passwords for you too.
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Baby Boomers vs. Millennials: The Difference in their Work Ethic
October 17, 2018
Take a look at the people surrounding you in your office. Chances are, there are representatives of more than one generation.
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The Power Of Visual Data In Infographics
October 16, 2018
Effective infographics take complex information and organize it into digestiblevisual messages that relate to the reader.
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Using Polycom VVX Phones With Microsoft Teams
October 16, 2018
With the transition from Skype for Business to Teams, will Polycom VVX phones and Microsoft Teams work together? They will, and here's how to set it up.
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Outlook Mobile App Enhancements
October 15, 2018
If you're using your phone's native Mail app for Office365, you may want to switch. Several Outlook Mobile app enhancements have been added.
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Not-for-Profits: Identifying Conditions in Contributions
October 15, 2018
On June 21, 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued ASU 2018-08, Clarifying the Scope and Accounting Guidance for Contributions Received and Made.
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Microsoft Dynamics 365 Tip of the Week: How to Set Dynamics 365 C...
October 10, 2018
If you need to know right away when someone in your organization changes a field record, you can set up a Dynamics 365 change-based alert. Here's how.
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5 Things Your Business is Doing Wrong on Facebook
October 10, 2018
Social media is a great, somewhat inexpensive way to advertise, interact, and sometimes sell to your clients and customers. Unfortunately, making a Facebook page is only the first step.
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Ryan Spohn joins Sikich as chief financial officer
October 9, 2018
Professional services firm Sikich recently hired Ryan Spohn as its chief financial officer. In this role, Spohn oversees the firm’s financial and information technology operations.
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Prepare to Weather the Unexpected
October 9, 2018
You may have an IT Backup Plan, but can it weather the unexpected, literally? We have some tips on how to make sure your plan is weather-proof.
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Salesforce Tip: Using the Kanban Opportunity View
October 8, 2018
What is one of the best ways to view your Opportunity Pipeline? Why not try the Salesforce Kanban Opportunity View? Here's how:
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Overview of the Dynamics 365 Business Central Commission Manageme...
October 4, 2018
We have a brief overview of the Dynamics 365 Business Central Commission Management system, including a detailed video of the various options.
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Sikich Series on Tax Reform: House Passes Three Bills as Part of ...
October 3, 2018
Earlier last month, the House Ways and Means Committee introduced and passed three separate tax bills referred to as “Tax Reform 2.0.” (Please click here for our earlier Sikich Insights tax article on the unveiling of Tax Reform 2.0). Tax Reform 2.0 consists of the following three tax bills:
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