All posts by Rebecca Fowler

Forecasting is the process of estimating the impact trends, costs and external factors will have on your business in order to give yourself time to prepare. This is integral to planning and the more accurate your business forecast is, the better you know your business. There are many different business forecasts you can create, but […]

Whether you’re trying to bridge a cash gap or secure funding to grow your business, the Xero marketplace offers a suite of apps that can help. From add ons that help you to secure funding to ones that help you manage it, there’s something to help you every step of the way. Because of local […]

It’s that time of year again, the halls are being decked, the cards are being sent and there is still someone left to buy for. Someone special, someone close to your heart, someone who works their assets off. Some would say your accountant’s gift is the most important of all, so this is something you […]

Applying for funding from a bank can be daunting. It’s a lengthy process which involves jumping through hoop after hoop with no guarantee of success. But it doesn’t have to be that way, follow our guide to ensure you go into the loan process with the correct information and watch your chances of approval soar. […]

Think about the stars of Hollywood’s red carpets and you probably have in mind a certain sort of person. Someone who embodies the glamour of the silver screen, effortlessly suave, confident and full of panache… Or maybe you just see someone who’s made it lucky and never done a proper day’s work in their life. […]

Whether you are looking for traditional or alternative financing for your business, you could be overwhelmed with your options. Luckily we are here to put the fun into funding and the rad into traditional finance. So here is a quick breakdown of the types of finance available and when to use them.   Investment finance […]

Businesses in the professional services space come in all shapes and sizes. From creatives and consultants to accountants and engineers they all have one thing in common; they are all selling their time and expertise. In this industry, more than any other, people and skills are the product.   According to a report by The […]

Updated for 2020! Using QuickBooks Online means so much more than just accessing your accounts from anywhere, anytime. It also opens up an unlimited world of possibilities thanks to the app store, which boasts hundreds of QuickBooks apps all designed to help you customise an integrated package to fit your business’s needs. With so much […]

Cash flow forecasting is one of the biggest challenges in the construction business. A complex blend of buying stock, costing for labour and negotiating payment terms…it’s no wonder so many construction businesses use Float. Check out what two of our users with construction businesses have to say about Float or sign up for a free trial here. […]

As a manufacturer getting the balance right between keeping your suppliers sweet and chasing your customers for cash is critical to a successful operation. Float will help you get that balance right… Check out what three manufacturers have to say about Float below or follow this link to sign up for a free trial!   Partech are industry leaders […]

Project-based businesses tend to suffer from ‘lumpy’ cash flow. While outgoings are fairly predictable, inbound cash is not. That’s why so many Float users come from businesses such as agencies and consultancies… Check out what our users with project-based business models have to say about us, or sign up for a free trial here!   Matt […]

April Fool’s Day is fast approaching, and you’ve been itching to get your prank on, but who can you trick with no chance of repercussions? Thats right, your boss. So read on my friend, we’ve got you covered. Here are our top April Fools 2016 pranks for the professional world. Cover their desk with pictures […]

Invoicing can be an arduous process for many businesses. According to a report by Xero, small businesses struggle with making sure the cash collection process is quick and accurate, with “following up on late payment” listed as a specific bug bear. If only there was a tool that made collecting cash easier… Enter Chaser, stage […]

Anand is the owner of Dr.Grill, a grilled chicken restaurant based in Coimbatore, India. They aim to provide healthy meals that can be enjoyed by all ages. Why did you start your business? When we wanted to enjoy a good grilled chicken, we had no choice in the city. Our family and kids never enjoyed the […]

Charles is a highly experienced expedition organiser and has participated in major overland expeditions since the 1980’s. He is Managing Director of Safari Drive, a self-drive safari specialist offering holidays in Southern Africa, Oman and Argentina. Charles looks after Safari Drive logistics and uses his wealth of expedition experience to advise on the more adventurous trips. […]

For our all time top list of Xero add ons for businesses that we keep updated every year, check out our top Xero add ons post here! Xero add ons (now know as Xero apps) and the wider Xero ecosystem can provide your business with a real edge. But which ones are the best for […]

Alex is CEO of Peekabu studios, an Edinburgh based visual tech company. What does success mean to you? “Success is setting out a plan that can still be flexible and achieving it as best you can, sometimes exceeding your expectations, sometimes not, but it’s intentional. It’s not meandering, it’s not falling into one happenstance or […]

  Gavin Bell is the founder of Blue Cliff Media, a social media marketing agency based in Edinburgh, UK. We sat down with him to discuss what success means to him, and how he achieves it using accounting apps! What does success mean to you? “Hmmm…I was going to say happiness but I think that’s […]