Seven Reasons Why Buying Accounting Software Can Be So Confusing

Why is selecting and buying accounting software so confusing?  

These are just a few reasons prospective accounting software customers in the buying cycle may feel confused in their review process. When we examine the list below, it is clear that the purchaser and the seller must establish a strong, trusting relationship with one another to ensure a successful implementation. The selling company must prove its expertise and capability to address the requirements of all customer departments affected.

Seven reasons why buying accounting software is so confusing

1. The purchasing company has had a failed implementation in the past.
2. The purchaser is inundated with phone calls, meetings and proposals from providers of accounting software.
3. The purchasing company gets lost in the details and has difficulty understanding the pros and cons of each product.
4. The accounting software salespeople may be telling them one thing, and consultants, i.e., CPA's, IT, etc., may be telling them another.
5. The purchaser may not have the budget to complete the project.
6. The purchaser may not have the internal resources to complete the project. The internal departments cannot agree.
7. Expiring incentives may cause the purchaser to feel rushed.

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