One of the most valuable uses of an automated office is knowledge planning. There are many avenues to pursue in business and keeping track of the best ones is a task that must be attended to constantly if your business is to succeed. The greatest aid to planning for the future is a clear idea of what is happening right now. By installing accounting software package properly and maintaining it regularly you can keep an up to date eye on your financial situation. QuickBooks® and Peachtree software are currently the leading accounting packages for small businesses.

With this software you can keep track of your costs of operation and break down jobs by cost so that you can see what the profit levels are on each of your products and jobs. QuickBooks® can be your guide to making plans based on the real and immediate knowledge of your costs and profits.