Engagement software is no longer only for those that perform audits. And firms are demanding that our software tools work the way we work versus to the publishers want to build software. We are all looking for work flow management not a piece of software that is to be used alone. We need software companies to make pieces of software that not only work well with their pieces but also work well with other software.

Fixed asset management software is not typically the most exciting software for accountants and tax professionals. However, with all the recent regulations changes it makes having an easy to use and well thought out depreciation program more valuable and exciting than in the past. Due to the many changes in capitalization and repairs, Excel spreadsheets really don't work well anymore.

Technology has made it possible for clients to access their financial data from anywhere at any time. Your clients can load an app on their phone to handle finances and help them make important decisions on the go. IMHO, that makes our profession more valuable than ever. And it makes write-up software more valuable than ever.