September 26th, 2008
Managing time and tracking billable hours is an important task, but the way that FreshBooks sees it there are fine lines between tracking billable hours and invoicing, and project management. That's why FreshBooks is more than a time management tool, it's a project management, invoicing, and time management application with enough tools to make everyone happy. Read More »
September 24th, 2008
With time running away as easily as it does, having a time management tool is a boon to everyone, and with Cashboard, time is managed with billing in mind. Easily integrated with Basecamp, and with a number of invoicing tools, Cardboard can keep your receivables and timesheets organized. Read More »
September 12th, 2008
Web based applications do more than capitalize on their ability to be accessed from anywhere - they also relieve their users from the pressure of maintaining hardware and updates. With online invoicing applications not only is there a tool for invoicing for companies on the go, but also there is a solution to some of the problems of invoicing. By allowing users to recreate invoices, making sure that they are paid out in a timely manner, and uncomplicating the tracking process, online invoice applications provide a tool for the modern business. As we looked at the applications that focused on invoicing, we first selected a group that reflected the simple needs of most businesses, setting aside the applications that provide additional accounting or time tracking features for a separate review. We judged the applications on the criteria we would want ourselves for a simple invoicing application; customization, ease-of-use, and tracking. Read More »
September 11th, 2008
As businesses grow there is a need for capable invoicing, preferably one that is easy to set up, mobile, and makes paying as easy as it can be for the customer. Citrus does these things with an attractive, intuitive invoicing platform with direct pay options. As we take a look at Citrus, some things become immediately clear. For a start, they understand how hard it can be to go through all the steps necessary to begin invoicing and have broken down the process for you on the Welcome Page. Read More »
September 10th, 2008
Keeping up to date with invoices can be difficult, which is why some applications such as Blinksale have integrated features to help you track them. Let's walk through Blinksale to see what it has to offer. Beginning with a free account entitling us to three invoices a month, we sign in and begin to set up our account... Read More »
September 9th, 2008
Billing can get caught up on the smallest of things sometimes, like putting off learning a program because of its complexity, or printing a number of invoices but not sending them out. Invoices Made Easy offers a solution to those kind of problems with its straightforward invoicing platform. Through a simple interface, online payment options, and an option to mail paper invoices, Invoices Made Easy makes invoicing easy.
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September 8th, 2008
It may the most important part of any business - the part where the money comes in - so it's not surprising that there are so many applications that help manage our invoicing. This week we'll be talking about several of the applications which focus primarily on invoicing, starting with Zoho Invoices.
When we think about invoicing applications it is helpful to remember the problems they solve; the complicated tracking process, the need to recreate invoices on a scheduled basis, and to make sure that they are paid out in a timely manner. Zoho Invoice is one application that solves these problems, and adds in a few extra features that are sure to please businesses. Read More »
August 22nd, 2008
Whether you are managing a personal or business project, the need for organization is ever-present. Fortunately there are a number of web 2.0 applications that can help with organizing and tracking your projects. Called project management applications, these online organizers come in a variety of complexities and styles. Over the week we've talked about some of these project management tools and judged them on their interface, what features they offered, and how effective they were. Read More »