Ask the Accountant… Question: I am downloading QuickBooks Premier. Which edition do I pick? Answer: QB Premier has multiple editions built into it. You purchase QB Premier, but select the edition when you are downloading the software. For our industry, choose the Manufacturing and Wholesale Edition. It best suits our business needs, and has a…
Becky Webel, senior account manager for NBN360, told us about one awards promotion she’s been doing that’s about as original as they come. That, as we’ll see, creates the potential for some hiccups along the way—especially when you need expedited shipping from Brazil at the last second…
Though we would never say that their breakup in 1970 means we have to “settle” for their massively impressive catalog, we do wish The Beatles could still give us some new tunes. We don’t have to carry the weight of disappointment in all respects, though, as Sony Music Entertainment will serve as the exclusive North American provider of the band’s memorabilia…
Pantone announced its Color of the Year for 2020, and is doing things a little differently this year. Before we get too deep into that, we can reveal that the official hue is Pantone 19-4502, Classic Blue. “We are living in…
Raining Rose, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, announced changes to its executive leadership team today. The moves come as the company prepares to position its leadership team for future growth and expansion. Ian Flynn, who previously served as director of engineering, will take a new position as vice president of technical…
We’ll always hold a special place in our hearts for Blockbuster Video. Having experienced a rapid lack of support as the 21st century commenced—due to a host of factors, including video-on-demand services—the all-but-defunct video rental store is going to be receiving a sequel, so to speak, through a Soho-situated pop-up store set to open tomorrow…
If we told you about a secret CIA gift shop, hidden behind an unmarked door in its Langley, Va., headquarters, you’d think we were spouting really weird conspiracy theories. We’re not. There is actually a CIA gift shop. But you can’t just stroll in and buy top secret barbecue sauce. The Washington Post got an…
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group, Woodridge, Ill., announced two 2020 sessions for its one-of-a-kind dealer training program, Orbus University: May 14 and 15, and Dec. 10 and 11. Orbus University is held at Orbus’ Woodridge headquarters. The combined classroom and hands-on learning style provides unmatched insights into Orbus’ service offerings and expansive range of display…
Around the holiday season, there are two things we look forward to most: Starbucks holiday cups and Beyoncé’s annual holiday collection. Starbucks already came through, but Bey kept us waiting. Until now, that is. Her collection is finally here, and this year, it’s got all the essentials, like pullovers, hoodies, T-shirts, posters, wrapping paper, blankets and more…