Cloud Computing Revisited

Monday, June 15, 2009

As we recently discussed, Cloud Computing is technology that allows users to access programs over the internet, without installation.  Cloud computing technology is used by Adobe, Google, Yahoo, Intel, and other global technology companies.  We here at Abakoos also are firm believers that Cloud Computing is the future, and believe in its ease of implementation, flexibility, and cost.  We feel it is the best solution for all types of clients who want to leverage robust and powerful software tools without expensive, complicated, or technical installations or implementations on company wide computers.

However, not everyone in the tech sector is on the bandwagon, which raises the debate of Cloud Computing’s security.  John Chambers, Cisco Systems’ Chairman / CEO, recently spoke during a keynote address at an annual security conference, and said [Cloud Computing] is a security nightmare and it can’t be handled in traditional ways.* Other conference speakers, such as MIT Computer Science Professor Ronald Rivest, were more cautiously optimistic, saying that it would takea lot of hard work to make it secure.  There will always be intelligent debate about all things internet and technical and we are constantly scouring different sources for the most up to date trends and information.  Our feeling is simple when some of the largest technology companies in the world buy in to new technologies, like cloud computing, they do not do so lightly.  There are tons of money and man hours spent on research and development before these large Fortune 500 companies adopt and utilize new technology and cloud computing is no different. 

Fortunately for you, we’ve put in tons of hard work here at Abakoos to make our software as secure as technologically possible.  The bottom line is your sensitive data stays completely encrypted and un-hackable. Your invoicing data is completely secure and safe with us - we guarantee it.  Try out our software today!  We are sure you will be more than pleased with the easy of use, the time and money you save, and the peace of mind your data is secure. 

*Source - http://www.csoonline.com/article/490368/Cisco_CEO_Cloud_Computing_a_Security_Nightmare_

Don’t Settle For Less When Preparing Your Company Invoices

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

You would be astonished if you knew just how many small and medium businesses use Word, Excel, and even PowerPoint for their invoicing needs.  They create spreadsheets, documents, presentations – anything and everything to get their clientele to pay their invoices on time.  But do these programs specialize in creating a professional looking invoice that properly represents their business?  Unfortunately, the answer to that question is “No”, and some businesses are probably still using handwritten invoicing! 

Why would you create bulky, ugly-looking spreadsheets and tables that hog up disk space and valuable time, when you can create an account with Abakoos Invoicing Software, and use our online software program? With Abakoos, you don’t have to worry about font sizes, type-faces, word-wrap, or spending hours meticulously designing a template. All you need with Abakoos is to log-in to our easy-to-use website, create an account, and you’ll see how simple life will be for you.  Spend more time cultivating new business with the time you save by using our easy to use and powerful invoicing software.

That “Access database” or that “Publisher” file can get really big, and it can wind up costing you a lot of time and energy managing it.  At Abakoos, you don’t have to worry about saving files and creating attachments. Everything is stored on our encrypted, 256-SSL authenticated servers, and you never have any software, patches, or updates to install on your computers– ever. Our professional look and feel is a perfect upgrade to your system of using office products for your invoicing needs.  When conducting your business you probably use the best when servicing your clients, why would your invoicing after the sale be any different?

Learn how you can save time and produce a higher quality invoice that better represents your professionalism.  If this sounds interesting to your business, visit our homepage where you can start a free trial of our software today!

The Pros and Cons of Standard Mail and Email Invoicing

Wednesday, June 03, 2009

When considering what to do and what to use to send out your invoices, it’s important to evaluate the pros and cons between the two most used types of delivery methods – regular mail (also known as snail mail) and email.  These invoicing options are used by almost every business on the planet by either mailing out their invoices in standard mail (or FedEx or UPS), or, they email their invoices out.

Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of each:

Standard Mail Invoices – Pros: Unlike Emails, it’s much tougher for Standard Mail to be eaten up by a Spam or Junk folder.  The recipient doesn’t need to add your email address to their “trusted user” list, and a standard invoice looks (and feels) official.  You can take it one step further by requiring a signature upon delivery to ensure that someone in the organization received the invoice.

Standard Mail Invoices – Cons: Mail costs money, and as USPS Stamps continue to rise in price, sending letters continues to be more and more expensive.  To send a Standard Mail Invoice, you need to print out the invoice, put in an envelope, stamp / write / type the address label(s), and then put a stamp on it – all of which cost money.  Also, an invoice sent by mail will take 3-5 business days to arrive.  The bottom line is it costs more to send the invoice and takes longer for your invoice to arrive – which delays the time in which you get paid!

Email Invoices – Pros: Email Invoices cut down on printing and postage costs. In fact, they almost eliminate these costs entirely.  With email, you can send an invoice instantly, which is received instantly by your recipient.  Emails can’t get lost in the trash, eaten by the recipient’s dog, or dropped in the wrong mail box by the postman.  You can set your outgoing email to “request a read receipt” to ensure the person assigned to receive the invoice actually opens the email and acknowledges “receipt” of the invoice.

Email Invoices – Cons: Email, still to this day, faces 2 challenges that go well beyond email invoices. Email can be mistaken as spam or junk mail and deleted by the recipient’s email program before they even get to look at it. Second, Email faces a credibility problem. An invoice via email can be dismissed as “nonsense” by its recipient much easier than a standard mail invoice with an official company letterhead.

Which one should you choose? Well, in this economy (and in this technological era), you would be wise to choose the option with the least possible cost and the most time efficient delivery method.  You might also want to consider the level of technical experience and overall preference of your clients who ultimately pay the invoices.  One possible solution is to use a hybrid method based on your customers choice for invoicing delivery – send a regular mail invoice for those customers who “must have” a printed invoice sent by mail.  But send an email version as well, just as a back up to the printed version.  In this way you accommodate your customer’s preference and at the same time get them used to receiving email versions of the invoice.

Who Uses Abakoos Software?

Monday, June 01, 2009

One of things that separate our Abakoos Invoicing Software from other invoicing programs is the vast array of people and businesses that are able to use it.  Whether you are billing $10 or $100,000 - from landscaping services to top-notch business consultancy services, you’ll be able to take advantage of Abakoos’ great software for invoicing.  Professional looking invoices are a way to brand your business as a “top of the line” organization no matter your company’s size.  With Abakoos Invoicing Software you can create these professional invoices with ease and at a very low cost.

Small Business Owners – Abakoos Invoicing has no software to install on your computer, and costs pennies on the dollar.  This is great for keeping your overhead at a bare minimum, and never having to worry about installation, configuration, getting IT involved, or licenses for separate computers.

Large Business – Abakoos Invoicing is great for large businesses that span multiple office locations, across multiple networks, and in separate countries!  No need to worry about communication breakdowns or mishandling accounts – in fact, Abakoos Invoicing Software can improve your speed and overall process, as multiple users can collaborate on the same invoicing project.

Any Type of Business – Whether you’re a plumber, writer, actor, lawyer, doctor, carpenter, or owner of a local pub, Abakoos Software will fit your invoicing needs.  You don’t have to belong to a certain field, industry, or have a master’s degree in Accounting – business people, office managers, and entrepreneurs from all walks of life will find Abakoos Invoicing Software an easy, powerful tool in their business arsenal!

Abakoos Invoicing Software

Monday, May 18, 2009

Abakoos Invoicing Software is comprised of a group of young computer software programming professionals, who are extremely talented and dedicated to their work.  Abakoos Invoicing is software derived from that dedication, talent, and passion for creating easy to use programs for businesses of all sizes.  By leveraging the best of today’s technology, Abakoos invoicing software allows any business no matter how big or small to effectively manage and produce high quality professional invoices.

Abakoos Invoicing is online software that you do not have to download or install on your computer – you can simply log-in from anywhere in the world and create items, clients, and invoices in absolutely no time at all.  Our fast software – even on slower internet connections – will save you loads of time so that you can go about your business, without having to worry about managing files and installing programs on your computer.  Your data is stored in our secure servers with daily backups, encrypted connection and 256 bit SSL security.

Our software is great for entrepreneurs in a variety of fields.  Whether you’re a carpenter, a designer, an engineer, a lawyer, or an accountant, Abakoos will serve your invoicing needs promptly and accurately. Abakoos features simultaneous log-ins, multiple language compatibility, white-label or co-branded opportunities and an environment that is easy to use and completely secure.

No licenses, no software…no hassle. Contact us today and we can help you with a free trial of our powerful and easy to use invoicing software.  All you need is an internet connection and a web browser to create your first invoice in minutes.

What is Cloud Computing?

Monday, May 11, 2009

Cloud Computing is a fairly new concept in Computer Programming. Companies like Google, Yahoo, Microsoft, and Amazon all provide Cloud Computing services for users in IT departments and software development companies. Some of the largest companies in the world utilize Cloud Computing in their suite of services to their clients and their internal employees.

Basically Cloud Computing allows a user access to software programs over the internet, without having to install software or hardware locally. Not only is this type of technology extremely cost-effective, but it also slashes maintenance / repair times, and allows integration between programs (e.g. Google and Sales Force).

Cloud Computing services usually are hosted on server data centers, where all of the processing and maintenance occurs. Users wishing to use the software normally log-in to one of these data center servers to perform tasks. Depending on the level of security and permissions, users may be able to install programs or create new applications while accessing any company’s software program.

Even though Cloud Computing is an incredibly hot buzzword today within the Computer Science world, it is still in its early stages of life. Like most every software program ever created, it continues to evolve as technology advances occur. Here at Abakoos, we are already planning some excellent upgrade features given the advances we foresee happening over the next few months. The sky is the limit with Cloud Computing technology and companies who are ready to embrace and advance the services available will be at the forefront of the Computer Programming industry.