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Negotiate the best deal on accounting software for small businesses

2011-06-10

There are a few things to take into consideration before you make a final decision regarding the purchase of accounting software for your small business. If you’ve conducted research into which software your organisation requires then half of your job is done. The other half involves working with the vendor to negotiate a deal.

Accounting software sales reps are experienced salesmen, but you shouldn’t worry if you’ve never closed a software agreement deal before. There are a number of tips that will allow you to negotiate the best possible price on your accounting software package.

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4 tips for making an accounting software deal

Read the tips below to better prepare yourself before buying an accounting software package for your business.

  1. Be informed - A well-informed accounting software buyer is the one who is most likely to secure a good deal. It is important to do your homework; information is your ammunition. Find out as much as you can about your vendor: what are their discount policies and their standard contract terms. Make certain that you utilise this knowledge to your advantage during the negotiation procedure.

  2. Payment plan – Under no circumstances should you allow your seller to pressure you into paying the entire charge of your bookkeeping software upfront. The accounting solutions marketplace is very competitive; most vendors are typically inclined towards flexibility when it comes to payment plans. Dividing the cost over the course of 12 to 18 months is a wise choice, as it allows you to gauge the efficiency of the software at year end. Additionally, it will keep the vendor vested in your success for a much longer period of time.

  3. Take part - Like dealers, software providers are constantly on the lookout for client advocates who will help them gain additional exposure by peddling the benefits of their solutions via word of mouth. By agreeing in advance to participate in sales calls with prospects - or even PR activities such as media interviews and published case studies - you can attain a generous discount on your accounting software application for small businesses.

  4. Keep looking - Until you’ve signed on the dotted line, keep your options wide open. Don’t stop investigating other accounting software packages. If your dealer believes there’s a possibility that they could lose your business to a competitor, they will typically be more inclined to offer you a discounted deal.

QuickBooks accounting software packages have become an essential component in doing business for more than 45 000 South African corporate clients. Contact us on 0861 726 657 to find out more about our various deals on accounting software for small businesses.

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