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07Dec

Does my business need multi-factor authentication?

With increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks, our online accounts are no longer safe with a single password . Years ago, most accounts were secure with a username and password combination but cyberthreats like phishing attempts, brute force attacks, and credential stuffing, to name just a few, have made it easy for criminals to bypass these minimal security protocols. In 2022 alone, 24 billion user credentials were stolen according to Norton, and over 80% of basic web application attacks occur as a result of stolen...

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12Apr

How to create a landing page that works

A landing page can be a powerful tool for capturing leads, launching new products, or engaging potential customers. But how is a landing page different from a home page? While a home page typically provides an overview of your business and invites visitors to explore further, a landing page is a standalone page designed to achieve a specific goal, such as prompting a download, encouraging visitors to get in touch, or promoting a new product. Creating a Landing Page that Converts Landing...

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14Dec

Softext shortlisted for Lichfield & Tamworth Micro Business of the Year

We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for Lichfield & Tamworth Micro Business of the Year in the Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield & Tamworth and Cannock Chase Annual Awards. The awards are a celebration of success and talent from businesses based in the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, city of Lichfield, Tamworth Town and Cannock Chase. It will bring together over 200 guests to recognise the achievements of the region. Sponsored by Lichfield District Council, the Lichfield & Tamworth Micro...

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29Nov

Is your Sage 50 Accounts Data File too big?

Are you experiencing problems with your data management within Sage 50 Accounts? If so, your data file might be too big and you’ll need to delete older data such as customer and supplier records, audit trail transactions, and customer invoices that you no longer want to review regularly. In this article we’ll explain how to use the Sage Data Management feature to monitor your accounts data file, and help you remove any unnecessary data that could be slowing it down. Check that...

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15Nov

Sage Accounts Data Service Error

From time to time, you may encounter an error with the Sage Accounts Data Service which will stop you from using your Sage 50 Accounts software. What is the Sage Accounts Data Service? The Sage 50cloud Accounts data service is an integral part of the software, it acts as a gateway controlling the reading and writing of your data. The data service improves data security and optimises performance to ensure that everything runs smoothly too. Occasionally the Sage Accounts Data Service can fail...

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29Sep

IR35 reforms repealed – what does this mean for your business?

*As of Monday 17th October, the decision to repeal IR35 off-payroll rules has been reversed and so they will remain in place* In the Government’s ‘mini budget’ announced on Friday 23rd September, it was confirmed that the IR35 tax reforms are to be repealed from April 2023. Also known as the off payroll working rules, IR35 reforms were first introduced to the public sector in 2017 and the private sector in 2021. However, the rules attracted much criticism with many voices raising...

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15Jun

Sage 50 TLS 1.0/1.1 Depreciation FAQ’s

Sage has announced that from September 2022, certain versions of the 50 Accounts software will stop working due to the deprecation of TLS 1.0/1.1. This affects both perpetual and subscription versions ranging from version 20 all the way up to version 26.2. Read our FAQ’s below to find out everything you need to know about the Sage 50 TLS changes. What is TLS? TLS is an encryption protocol that encodes and protects Sage data as it moves between different application processes. Sage currently...

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Sage 50cloud Accounts v28.1
13May

What’s new in Sage 50cloud Accounts V28.1

The latest version of Sage 50cloud Accounts v28.1, is available from 16th May 2022, with new and improved features it’s everything you need to manage your business finances. For under £100 a month, you’ll have access to the best accounting software on the market, and when you buy through Softext you’ll also get a full set of user training manuals. What’s new in Sage 50cloud Accounts v28.1? As this isn’t a major upgrade, there aren’t lots of new features to be aware...

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03May

Why outsourcing your marketing is the secret to success

If you hear the phrase ‘outsourcing marketing’ and immediately think ‘How much is this going to cost me?’ Don’t worry, you’re not alone. But, have you stopped to consider how outsourcing specialised tasks like marketing could also make you money? Outsourcing your marketing is one of the smartest ways to save money and generate sales. Read on to see why your business (and your staff) will thank you for it! Why you should outsource your Act! marketing activities As an Act! CRM...

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13Apr

The Bateman Group successfully uses Act! Marketing Automation to develop its customer relationships

The Bateman Group is a family operated insurance broker & financial advisory firm specialising in business insurance, personal insurance, pensions and investments. The company has been in business since 1967 and prides itself on the close relationships built with its customers. Using Act! CRM to add value to customer relationships The Bateman Group chose Act! CRM to manage its contact database. They also added marketing automation to help build long-lasting, valuable customer relationships. The goal of the marketing automation strategy is to...

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