Adam Bluemner

Avatar of Adam Bluemner Adam Bluemner is a former managing editor for Software Connect. During his time at Software Connect, he researched software technologies and was featured on several industry podcasts. Adam is now senior director at Blackbaud and lives in South Carolina.

Study: Will the NSA Scandal Slow Cloud Software Adoption?

IT professionals report generally positive attitudes toward cloud hosting business software despite public concerns over government surveillance programs.

Updated November 14th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
FAQ: The Sage Pro ERP & Sage PFW ERP Product Retirements

Why are the products being retired? What products are the best replacement choices? What support issues are likely for continuing users? Get answers from Sage experts.

Updated November 14th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
How to Strengthen Your Sales Advantage with CRM Software: An Interview with John Jantsch

We connected with an expert on marketing and selling tactics to get his take on the top technologies that can bolster their effectiveness.

Updated November 14th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
13 Expert Ideas on Using Technology to Improve Fundraising

Get tips from top non-profit industry experts on how the right technology can boost your ability to secure more contributions for your organization's mission.

Updated November 14th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
How to Get Your Mobile Hardware Purchase Right

Where do you find a knowledgeable, but unbiased opinion on mobile hardware? How about from a field service software expert? We spoke with Shirlene Spillers from FieldAware to find out what buyers of mobile devices for field service management applications need to know.

Updated November 14th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
5 Ways to Empower Your Business with Optical Character Recognition (OCR)

Find out how turning paper-based forms into searchable text can help improve the way your company does business.

Updated November 14th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
Case Study: 63,256 Calls Boiled Down to the Most Effective Web Lead Follow-up Strategies

In this article, we take a deep dive into the most-effective strategies for making phone contact with web-lead submissions.

Updated November 14th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
Annual Employee Performance Reviews: Why They Still Matter and How Software Can Make Yours Better

The annual performance review is a time-honored business management practice. But it could use a tune-up. Performance appraisal software is helping companies more effectively manage their most critical asset: their employees.

Updated November 14th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
Process vs. Habit: The Neuroscience Behind Your Software Selection

Does the subtle difference between what constitutes a process and what makes for a habit matter? If you're looking to get the most out of your software selection, the answer is yes.

Updated November 11th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
The Best CRM Software

Get the most out of your marketing, sales, and customer service efforts with strong CRM software. Find out about the features and options available to you.

Updated November 11th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
Study: What is a "Small Business"?

Stop marketing ineffectively; start qualifying the term. Discover how to better connect with "small business" customers via definitive research on a term marketers have taken for granted too long.

Updated April 29th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
The Top 10 Ways ERP Software is Like Thanksgiving Dinner

On the surface, the two seem as different as, well, software and food. But guess what? There’s quite a few similarities when you look closer. See for yourself!

Updated April 29th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
5 Killer Things Software Providers Are Sharing on Twitter

Following business software providers can tap a great source of content and information--if you plug into the companies regularly providing top-notch content.

Updated April 29th, 2022 • By Adam Bluemner
5 Ways SMBs Can Save Thousands Annually on Accounts Payable

Inefficiency and unnecessary costs often go unchecked for years when it comes to business bill paying. Discover simple steps to save thousands.

Updated October 29th, 2021 • By Adam Bluemner
ERP Software Key to Helping King County Housing Authority Open Doors for Area Residents

The CFO of a public housing authority shares the story of how improved financial management software enabled them to better deliver on their organizational goals.

Updated October 29th, 2021 • By Adam Bluemner
The Best Government Software

Which government accounting software is right for your organization? Get an overview of the options on the market and better understand their capabilities.

Updated September 24th, 2020 • By Adam Bluemner
How to Transform Lead Time Reduction from Business Goal to Competitive Advantage

Jeff Glaze, President of Epicenter, an Epicor solution integrator, joins us to discuss how manufacturers can use management software technology to minimize lead times and improve both efficiency and customer sats

Updated January 3rd, 2020 • By Adam Bluemner
The Best CPA Software

Providing accounting services to clients? Are your software tools allowing you to do it as efficiently as possible? Find out about the options available to you.

Updated October 8th, 2019 • By Adam Bluemner
The Retailers Guide to Upgrading to POS Software

What tips would an experienced independent accountant to the retail trade give software buyers considering a POS upgrade? Find out.

Updated August 26th, 2019 • By Adam Bluemner
The Ultimate ERP Hidden Cost Checklist

Hidden costs. ERP projects are no less likely to have them than concert tickets. Make sure you're not in for a pricing surprise by checking out our comprehensive rundown of ERP cost factors.

Updated January 22nd, 2019 • By Adam Bluemner
ACA Implements New Reporting Requirements that May Result in Penalties

Get up to speed on the steps you can take to ensure you're prepared to meet the new ACA reporting requirements.

Updated December 17th, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
Is Your RMA Software Costing You Customers?

Your management of returns, warranty claims, and repairs is critical to your customer retention. Find out if your software is providing the help you need.

Updated November 28th, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
8 Software Features to Get Employees Submitting Timesheets On-Time

Have problems with missing and late timesheets from hourly billing employees? Find out how to eliminate the issue with the right software.

Updated November 7th, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
ERP Software: The Gift that Actually Does Keep Giving!

Need a gift idea that will really wow everyone in your office? How about new ERP software? Find out about the top ERP software features that can help every employee in your company be more efficient and productive in the new year.

Updated November 7th, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
How to Select Business Software within a Month (And Still Do Your Day Job)

Is a month timeframe for selecting business software aggressive? Sure. But it is doable in many situations.

Updated November 7th, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
How to Ensure Success in Your Accounting Software Project

Taking on a software implementation. Don't join the ranks of failed software projects. Find out how to ensure a successful implementation.

Updated November 7th, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
6 Fundamental Design Elements of Effective Visual Business Intelligence Management

BI software can provide an enormous advantage for improving a wide range of business decision-making--but having the right visual presentation capabilities is key.

Updated November 7th, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
5 Enterprise Applications Improving Business Management with Social Features

There are over 380 million members on LinkedIn and over 40 million businesses on Facebook. Social media is an invaluable outreach tool. But it can also improve your internal day to day communication.

Updated November 7th, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
The 3 Minute Guide to Qualifying Software for Professional Services Billing

Billing for time-based project work can be complicated. Adequate software that supports the whole process can help make it simpler.

Updated November 3rd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
Managing Payroll: Choosing the Best Option for Your Business

Stephanie Elsen from Red Wing Software shares ideas on how small businesses can manage their payroll challenges.

Updated November 3rd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
Supply Chain Software Technologies for Contending with SKU Proliferation

Expanding product catalogs are presenting challenges to maintaining supply chain efficiency. Capable software can help keep purchasing and warehouse activities streamlined.

Updated November 3rd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
Is the Future of ERP Open Source?

Ned Lilly from xTuple joins us to discuss the unique opportunities open source ERP offers for businesses looking for the right management software to support profitable business growth.

Updated November 3rd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
How to Operate More Profitably with Mobile Field Service Software

Jory Lamb, CEO of VistaVu Solutions, joins us to discuss how today's leading contractors are using mobile access to field service management software to gain a competitive advantage.

Updated November 3rd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
3 Cloud Software Debates to Consider

Are you considering "moving to the cloud?" Looking for informed takes from each side? Look no further.

Updated November 3rd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
The 10 Things You Should Know Before Entering an ERP Software Licensing Agreement

Worried about gotchas in your ERP software contract? Find out how to easily review each of the main components to make sure you are getting what you expect.

Updated November 3rd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
Accounting Software Updates: Are they Necessary?

Thinking about going without a software support or version update contract? We take a closer look at what you're really getting with support/update contracts to help you make your decision.

Updated November 3rd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
How to Get a Grip on Your Job Costs

Tim Law from Intersoft Systems joins us to describe the opportunities available to contractors looking to get a better handle on their construction job costing.

Updated November 2nd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
Cloud Data Backup and the Complete Accounting Solution

Protecting your financial data is part of a full accounting solution. Find out about the role of cloud backup in securing your critical financial records.

Updated November 2nd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
Exploring the Landed Cost Tracking Opportunity

We connected with an expert on the topic to find out how the right landed cost tracking software provides distributors, manufacturers, and other inventory-centric companies a business intelligence advantage.

Updated November 2nd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
Best Practices for ERP Selection Teams

Who should be on the ERP selection team? Who should lead it? How do you avoid gridlock? Get answers from ERP expert and author, Alexis Leon.

Updated November 2nd, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
Cloud Accounting Software Strategies for Enabling SMB Growth

The cloud has changed accounting software and offered small and medium-sized organizations a new opportunity to generate a competitive advantage. But which cloud strategy is right for your business? Find out.

Updated November 1st, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
12 KPIs & 5 Report Views Every Sales Manager Should Demand of their CRM Software

Do you have the CRM analytics you need to succeed? Find out the key metrics that every sales manager should demand from their software.

Updated November 1st, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
25 Critical Discount Management Questions for Your Accounting Software Vendor

Is cutting the cost for promotional discounts cutting into your operational efficiency? Find out how to vet software to ensure it covers your discount management needs.

Updated November 1st, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
The Top 15 Gotchas that Drive Accounting Software Buyers Crazy

Get educated on the factors that cause many buyers to wish they had spent a bit more time figuring out what they were getting into before purchasing their accounting software.

Updated November 1st, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
How to Sell Your Boss on a CRM Purchase

Sold on the benefits of CRM software for your business, but afraid your boss might not be? Find out how you can better position your proposal to ensure its approval.

Updated November 1st, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
3 Things to Consider When Choosing Between Payroll Software and Outsourcing

Payroll software or outsourcing? There's proponents on both sides of the debate. Understanding 3 critical elements of the decision can help you make the right call for your situation.

Updated November 1st, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
4 Things Your Accountant Does Better Than Your Software

Our site might be called Find Accounting Software, but there's still times when you need to find an accounting professional.

Updated November 1st, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner
3 BI Secrets Your Inventory Data Is Dying to Share with You

What's in stock? If that's all you're asking of your inventory data, you're missing an opportunity! Discover the business intelligence insights your inventory software has been waiting to reveal.

Updated November 1st, 2018 • By Adam Bluemner