Small business software

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Small business software refers to software specifically designed to help small business owners run their operations better, cut costs, and replace paper processes. [1]

The small business software industry covers a wide variety of tools and packages, ranging from small business CRM software and Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS), to accounting, office productivity, and communications software.

The most pressing issue for small businesses has been to organize their financial records, mostly due to government requirements in tax reporting. This perhaps explains why accounting software for small business seems to be a growing market. [2]

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References

  1. "The best software for small businesses (SMEs) - Essential Guide". ComputerWeekly. Retrieved 2016-10-14.
  2. "Small Business Accounting Grows Up ... And Other 2016 Trends". smallbiztrends.com. Retrieved 2016-10-14.