Usually I don't get too excited when Intuit releases a new edition of QuickBooks. This year is different!
Since QuickBooks 2009 will become obsolete in the spring of 2012, you pretty much have to upgrade to 2012 before then. Why? First, Intuit will no longer support it. You will not be able to run payroll or use any of the features which require connection to Intuit. Second, if you wait to upgrade until the following year or the year after, it is very difficult. Intuit now locks the file after three years, so it cannot be opened in the new software. Example - if you have 2009 and upgrade to 2012, it is very easy to open up your data in 2012. But, if you wait until 2013, you cannot automatically open it. You have to "step it up" in three year increments. It is a major hassle and expensive.
What if you are using QuickBooks 2010 or 2011? Should you upgrade? Usually, I would say "no". This year is different! You may want to give it some serious thought. There are amazing new features. Scroll down to my last blog article to see a listing of these features. They include free document attachments, FIFO inventory, period close, serial number tracking, saving excel spreadsheet formatting, calendar, and a lead center.
When should you upgrade? QuickBooks 2012 was released to the public the end of September. It is usually wise to wait until at least the first maintenance release it out. It was just released and addresses many of the initial "bugs". While you may want to wait just a little bit longer, I feel comfortable installing it now.
Where should you buy it? Check out the AMS Office Solutions website: http://www.amsos.com/specials.html, if you are purchasing QuickBooks Pro or Premier. Many times, you can get a good price there, but shop around! If you are purchasing Enterprise and are an AMS Office Solutions client, call 815-768-6163 or send an email to ams@amsos.com. We may be able to offer special discounts.
QuickBooks software is easy to install, but if you need help, you can always contact AMS Office Solutions.
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