As a certified reseller of QuickBooks Enterprise 2010 software, I'm often asked to explain what is included with the purchase.
So let's review a couple of things to help clarify some of the confusion:
- QuickBooks Enterprise 2010 has the same interface as QuickBooks Pro 2010 and QuickBooks Premier 2010. So, if you have used the QuickBooks family of products, there is zero learning curve involved to make the move from Pro or Premier into Enterprise. Naturally, there are some additional features in Enterprise, but the core tasks (invoicing, paying bills, running reports) is exactly the same.
- QuickBooks Enterprise 2010 has the ability to handle up to 30 users at a time. Unlike QuickBooks Pro and Premier which can handle up to 5 users at a time, QuickBooks Enterprise 2010 is designed to scale with the growth of your business. Right now, additional users/seats are sold in blocks of 5, so you could start with a 5 user QuickBooks Enterprise 2010 and then add another 5 users if you need more licenses.
- The QuickBooks Enterprise 2010 download (and CD) contains all the versions (i.e. Contractor, Manufacturing and Wholesale, etc.) in one place. You simply choose which version you want to use during the installation process. This simplifies the ordering process - you don't have to worry about hunting down the right "version" - they are all shipped to you!
DETAILS ABOUT THE QUICKBOOKS ENTERPRISE 2010 SUPPORT PLANS
Each purchase of QuickBooks Enterprise 2010 through me or other resellers carries a full service plan (FSP) for 12 months that includes:
- Full access to the Intuit QuickBooks Enterprise 2010 technical support desk for a period of 12 months. As a Certified QuickBooks Enterprise Advisor, I am also available for setup, training and related needs, but my fees are not included in the deal. Compare this to the free support period for QuickBooks Pro 2010 or QuickBooks premier 2010 - which is just 30 days.
- A complete upgrade (at no charge) to the newest release of QuickBooks Enterprise. For example, if you purchase QuickBooks Enterprise 2010, your FSP provides you with a full copy of QuickBooks Enterprise 2011 when it is released. This is NOT available when you purchase QuickBooks Pro or QuickBooks Premier.
- A full 12 month subscription to the Intuit Online Data Backup Service. You can store up to 25 gigabyes (GB) of data as part of this plan. This backup service allows you to back up your critical QuickBooks data files as well as ANY other computer files (Word documents, Excel sheets, Outlook data, anything digital).
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN MY FSP/SUPPORT RUNS OUT?
At the end of the 12 month period that comes with your initial purchase of QuickBooks Enterprise 2010, you will receive a renewal notice directly from Intuit. It is your OPTION to renew your FSP for another 12 months at that time, but it is NOT mandatory to do so. Your renewal is at the then current FSP renewal prices as published by Intuit. These are substantially less than the cost of buying the software again.
If you renew, all the features mentioned above reset for another 12 months. If you do NOT renew, you would then have to start over again whenever you do decide to upgrade your QuickBooks Enterprise 2010. Make sure to contact me to get a personalized quote to ensure you are getting the latest specials/promotions that are available.
AN EASY WAY TO BUDGET YOUR SOFTWARE COSTS
A number of my clients have mentioned that the QuickBooks Enterprise Full Service Plan makes it easy for them to budget their accounting software costs and keep current with the new release of QuickBooks Enterprise each year. Others have declined the renewal of the FSP, but appreciate the fact that it is an option, and not forced upon them as it is with other software packages.
GET A QUOTE FOR THE LATEST SPECIALS/PROMOTIONS
Don't hesitate to drop me a quick note. I'll be glad to get you a personalized quote on QuickBooks Enterprise 2010. It will be worth it!
RELATED POST: Download my guide to understand the differences between QuickBooks Enterprise, Premier and Pro.
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