To find software that meets YOUR unique business needs (don't settle for less), below are a few common software search (aka Solution Exploration) approaches: (I’ll expand on solution exploring, and list additional steps and resources in later posts)

• Internet searches
• Inquire with like-kind businesses
• Submit online form requests for information (possibly in the form of an RFI)
• Trade publications
• Word-of-mouth referrals (often your Trusted Advisor, CPA)
• Direct source – i.e. systems used in prior employments

Have you used these resources before? Any others? These can all be good sources of information but let me share a few cautions...

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