Mary Girsch-Bock

February 13, 2012 

Management Information Control Systems – Builder Information System (BIS) 800-838-6427 www.bissoftware.com   Best Fit: Builder Information Systems is well-suited for small to mid-sized or larger construction related businesses that desire a scalable product that offers room for growth. Strengths Scalable with 4 Editions available Excellent job costing capability Excellent subcontract management Solid document management and...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

February 8, 2012 

While some industries have managed to struggle back from the weakened economy we’ve experienced the last few years, the construction industry has continued to suffer.

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 12, 2011 

800-443-9441 www.blackbaud.com   2011 Overall Rating 4.5 Best Fit Fundware is best suited for mid-sized to large nonprofit organizations that have qualified staff available to set up and maintain the program for optimal functionality. Strengths Available in two editions for increased scalability Excellent reporting options High level of customization Solid Project/Grant tracking Strong track record...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 10, 2011 

As with most organizations, nonprofits vary in size and scope, and their software needs vary, as well. As an accounting professional, you know that the software needs of the local animal shelter will vary widely than the needs of the United Way. While this may be a drastic comparison, it really highlights the wide range…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 10, 2011 

800-443-9441 www.blackbaud.com   2011 Overall Rating 5 Best Fit The Financial Edge is well-suited for mid-sized to large nonprofit organizations and government entities that require both top-notch reporting capability along with excellent donor and grant management. Strengths Excellent customization capability Easy integration with dozens of add-on modules Unlimited customized dashboards Solid grant tracking Easy integration...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 10, 2011 

877-495-9904 www.peachtree.com    2011 Overall Rating 4.5 Best Fit Sage Peachtree would work well with smaller nonprofit organizations that place affordability equal to functionality, and it is optimally designed for the one- to 10-person organization. Strengths Easy to install & easy to navigate Good nonprofit reporting capability and advanced Business Intelligence for custom reporting and...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 10, 2011 

800-811-0961 www.sagefundaccounting.com   2011 Overall Rating 5 Best Fit Sage Fund Accounting (formerly Sage MIP Fund Accounting) is optimally designed for mid-sized nonprofit organizations and government entities that require flexibility as well as detailed budgeting and grants management capabilities. Strengths Extensive list of modules Contains fundraising & grant management add-on options Excellent budgeting capability Available...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 10, 2011 

877-872-2228 www.accufund.com   2011 Overall Rating 4.75 Best Fit AccuFund is an ideal fit for mid-sized nonprofits and government entities that desire a modular design and consistency throughout the program. Strengths Two versions available Excellent budgeting & grant management capability Easy system navigation User-defined dashboards Solid, customizable reporting options Available as a desktop or SaaS...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 10, 2011 

866-379-6636 www.quickbooks.com    2011 Overall Rating 4.5 Best Fit QuickBooks Premier Nonprofit 2011 is best suited for smaller nonprofits that are looking to get organized quickly and inexpensively. Strengths Easy installation & system navigation Numerous tutorials & training videos available Good reporting Affordability Solid budget tracking At-a-glance snapshot of customer activity Potential Limitations Easy to...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 10, 2011 

877-696-0900 www.fundez.com   2011 Overall Rating 4.5 Best Fit FUND E-Z is an excellent fit for small to mid-sized nonprofit organizations that need an easily navigated fund accounting product that is available in Basic and Pro editions. Strengths Scalable, with two editions available Outstanding Fundraising module Easy system navigation Solid reporting capability Excellent budget functionality...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 7, 2011 

877-737-3642 www.serenic.com   2011 Overall Rating 5 Best Fit Serenic Navigator is a powerful system optimally designed for larger nonprofit organizations that need a fully integrated financial solution that provides solid performance and system reliability. Smaller users may wish to utilize the SaaS version, Navigator Online, which was designed for small to mid-sized users. Strengths...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 7, 2011 

800-388-3038 www.cougarmtn.com    2011 Overall Rating 4.75 Best Fit DENALI is flexible and easily accessible, making it a perfect choice for small to mid-sized nonprofit organizations that desire a scalable and user-friendly product. Strengths Modular design ensures system flexibility Intuitive user interface make system navigation easy Financial & Sales Dashboards Excellent reporting customization options Integration...…

Mary Girsch-Bock