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Sikich Series on Tax Reform: IRS Update on Tax Treatment for Meal...
October 3, 2018
You may recall that the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” (TCJA) last year eliminated the deduction for entertainment expenses incurred after December 31, 2017, but meals were not changed by TCJA and remain at 50% deductible. There was however, uncertainty as to what happens with meals if some entertainment was also involved in the function.
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All-Payer Healthcare: What it is and Who Uses it
October 3, 2018
As states experiment with a modified all-payer healthcare system, taxpayers and hospitals in those areas should consider how it will affect them. In this article we'll cover what it is and who uses it.
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Sikich Series on Business Succession Planning: Key Considerations...
October 1, 2018
To help those who have not started or are considering succession planning, our Business Succession Planning advisors at Sikich have provided a summary of the key considerations to address during planning.
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Microsoft Dynamics 365 Tip of the Week – Relationship Assis...
October 1, 2018
Here's an underutilized feature that could bolster your sales teams: the Dynamics 365 Relationship Assistant! Learn more about it in our tip video.
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How to Determine Unused Ports on Switch
October 1, 2018
Unsure of how to determine unused ports on your network switch? We have a few commands to help you identify which ports are being used.
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Sikich Series on Tax Reform: IRS Issues Guidance on New UBIT Rule...
September 28, 2018
In December 2017 the Act added Section 512(a)(6), which requires an organization with more than one unrelated business activity to calculate its UBIT separately for each trade or business activity for years beginning after December 31, 2017. However, the Act did not define or provide guidance as to how a trade or business activity should be defined for this purpose. This Notice assists organizations in applying and interpreting Section 512(a)(6).
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Sikich Series on Tax Reform – New Deduction for Pass-Throug...
September 28, 2018
This is our “Twenty for 20,” as we analyze twenty items in these proposed regulations to help you see clearly how this 20% deduction works.
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Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations Continuous Updates
September 28, 2018
Microsoft has clarified their continuous Dynamics 365 update policy. Here's everything you need to know, including the continuous update schedule.
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Detecting and Recovering From a Compromised Account
September 26, 2018
As phishing scams are getting more elaborate and easy to fall for, they're harder to detect. Here's how to detect a compromised account.
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Could Your Next Flight be 3D Printed? – Large Scale 3D Prin...
September 26, 2018
From medical device production to aerospace engineering, large scale 3D printing offers the potential to achieve a better approach to building three-dimensional solid objects.
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Christopher Geier Featured in Accounting Today
September 24, 2018
Chris Geier, the CEO and Managing Partner of Sikich LLP, a Top 100 Firm, was featured in an Inside Public Accounting Q&A.
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A Use Case for Digital Field Service With the Microsoft HoloLens
September 24, 2018
We have a HoloLens use case of how it provides a solution for remote field service technicians using the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Field Service platform.
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Update on State Responses to Wayfair
September 24, 2018
Some states have use tax notification requirements in place that require sellers to provide information on invoices and file annual reports with the state and their customers, thereby helping such states more easily audit their in-state taxpayers. Finally, the U.S. Congress has started to make some inklings that they may assert their authority and impose their own rules. So where do we stand now?
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How IEM Companies Can Use AXtension Visual Planning for Projects ...
September 21, 2018
We've always recommended IEM companies use AXtension VPP tool with Dynamics 365. Here's how to use AXtension Visual Planning for Projects in Manufacturing.
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Troubleshooting Memory Related Issues in Microsoft SQL
September 20, 2018
When Microsoft SQL troubleshooting issues regarding memory, the issue isn't always how much memory the SQL server physically has.
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Microlearning – What It Is and How to Implement It in the C...
September 19, 2018
Intended to provide workers with constant opportunities to learn and train in concise, effective sessions no matter their location or the time of day, microlearning has become a successful tool for educating employees.
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9 Signs Your ERP Project Is Failing
September 19, 2018
How do you know if your ERP implementation is failing? Here are nine signs of ERP implementation project failure.
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5 Signs You’ve Outgrown Your Current ERP System
September 17, 2018
How do you know if your business has outgrown ERP solution? Here are five telltale signs that will all point to yes, you have.
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Ken Klika Featured in Legaltech News
September 17, 2018
Ken Klika's article on cloud transformation, "Transform Your Firm with the Cloud: 5 Keys for IT Leaders" was published in Legaltech News.
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How to turn your website into a powerful recruiting tool
September 13, 2018
When well-designed, your Careers section is an opportunity to differentiate and position your organization as an employer of choice.
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Sikich Series on Tax Reform: The Tax Reform Act and How It Affect...
September 13, 2018
Many business owners are considering the impact of tax reform on their organizations. Deciding what changes to make—if any—can present challenges. Common questions revolve around choice of business entity and the 20% pass-through deduction. As these questions come up or as business owners start planning for tax season, they should consult with their advisor about possible tax planning moves only after considering long-term planning issues such as their plans for succession. Short-term and long-term tax impact of any changes need to be calculated, and so we’ve put together a few points to consider:
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How to Create Expense Reports Using the NetSuite Mobile App
September 12, 2018
Forgetting to turn in your expense reports or losing your receipts all-together? Here's how to create NetSuite Mobile App expense reports.
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Citrix Universal Print Server Guide for XenApp Deployment
September 11, 2018
Setting up a Citrix XenApp deployment using Citrix UPS? Be sure to check our Citrix Universal Print Server Guide for a smooth install.
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Sikich Series on Business Succession Planning: The Power of Mento...
September 10, 2018
Learn how to effectively plan for business succession with the help of a mentor and these key tips.
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CSV Import Options in NetSuite
September 10, 2018
The safest and quickest way to import data into NetSuite is by importing a CSV file. Here's how to do so as well as the various NetSuite CSV import options.
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Sikich Investment Banking advises Serenity Packaging Corporation ...
September 10, 2018
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