###### ACCOUNTING & BOOKKEEPING

# Streamline Operations With Software Implementation

Your financial analysis depends on the capabilities of your accounting system. Bring on a Paro expert to align your technology to your people and processes.

## Why Invest in Software Implementation Services?

With 43% of businesses reporting time-consuming manual processes as one of their [top three finance obstacles](https://paro.ai/white-paper/business-financial-maturity/), **accounting software** and **ERP system implementation** is an essential part of success today. In addition to ensuring a smooth launch, a Paro specialist will help you squeeze more value out of your investment.

With the support and guidance of a software or ERP implementation consultant, such as a controller or accounting expert, we’ll help you:

-  Assess your current tech infrastructure to define your business, industry and regulatory needs.
-  Form a strategy with recommendations for the right partners and platforms.
-  Lead your implementation from beginning to end, optimizing along the way.
-  Train your people and spearhead change management.
-  Extract actionable insights from your newly organized data.

_“We are so grateful to have Paro’s help with our growing business! Our Paro expert has helped us streamline and increase efficiency 100x!”_  
– Brennan B., Owner

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## What Can Accounting Automation Look Like for Your Business?

Accounting automation is using technology to reduce human intervention in the many traditional paper-based and manual processes that make up accounting. Making these processes automatic yields a variety of tangible benefits:

-  Reduce errors and inefficiencies to save costs.
-  Free up your team to focus on high-level activities by eliminating repetitive tasks.
-  Provide visibility into data to improve reporting, analysis and decision making.
-  Bring standardization and continuity while enabling customization.
-  Enable your business to handle more volume and scale.

### Achieve Optimization Across Your Systems

From accounts receivable to expense reporting, explore where cloud-based automation can increase efficiency and drive growth. Here are just a few.

#### Accounts Payable

- ##### Reduce invoice processing time and costs.
- ##### Improve payment accuracy through validation checks.
- ##### Free up staff for value-added analysis.

#### Accounts Receivable

- ##### Cut collection times with automated reminders & tracking.
- ##### Enable real-time cash forecasting with integrated data.
- ##### Lower days sales outstanding for leaner operations.

#### Expense Reporting

- ##### Eliminate manual submission, validation inefficiencies.
- ##### Enforce expenditure policies through automatic controls.
- ##### Gain visibility into spend trends with centralized data.

#### Payroll Management

- ##### Reduce errors through calculations automation.
- ##### Accelerate processing via seamless data integration.
- ##### Maintain compliance with changing regulations.

## How Paro Maximizes Your Investments

### The benefits of automation are clear, but automation alone isn’t enough. It’s human expertise that hones your technology and allows you to continually adapt as compliance or business needs change.

### Hiring a software implementation specialist to design and guide your efforts can provide the customization you need, while everyday [accounting expertise](https://paro.ai/accounting-bookkeeping-services/) can help you build in the appropriate controls and turn insights into action.

## Integrate Your Data Today With ERP

### Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems automate business processes and data. ERP software exists for front-end and back-end functions, including sales, marketing, HR, CRM and more.

With expert support in planning and deployment, you'll get:

#### Improved Efficiency

Streamlined business processes and automated tasks lead to increased efficiency and productivity.

#### Data Accuracy

ERP systems centralize data, reducing the risk of errors and ensuring data accuracy across the organization.

#### Enhanced Collaboration

ERP systems facilitate communication and collaboration across departments, breaking down silos in the organization.

## Planning an ERP System Implementation

### An ERP system implementation is a six-phase, cross-enterprise project that requires careful planning and experience.

- ##### Assess business needs
- ##### Evaluate products and vendors
- ##### Identify implementation team
- ##### Cleanse and migrate data
- ##### Test and roll out
- ##### Learn and train

A Paro controller will be your point person throughout the entire process, bringing your people, processes and platforms together for success. Find out everything you need to know about [planning your implementation](https://paro.ai/blog/erp-implementation-plan-lead-successful-launch/) step-by-step.

_“Our Paro bookkeeper has done so much to help us and coach us in understanding best practices and efficient use of our financial software. Bookkeeping was a large source of stress to us but is now something we know we don’t need to worry about. All we needed was a guiding hand and, instead, we’ve been given an angel.”_  
– Mark H., Owner

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### FAQ

#### Can automation replace accountants?

No. Automation has its limitations and requires a person to deal with subjectivity and nuances to design and monitor it. In fact, businesses get [the most value from their automation tools when technology and human insight are combined](https://paro.ai/blog/how-to-master-automated-bookkeeping/).

#### How do you automate an accounting process?

First, you’ll need an expert to assess your current practices within the context of your business and industry needs. Then, they’ll design an automation strategy and select the tools and platforms that make the most sense for your organization and your goals.

#### What areas should I consider when implementing a new accounting software system?

There are people factors and technology factors to consider:

- Who’s going to own the implementation?
- Who’s going to work on software or ERP implementation?
- Which roles will be affected by the new system and process?
- What kind of training will they need?

Once you’ve landed the type of automation you need, you’ll want to vet providers, features, costs and security implications.

#### When is the best time to implement ERP software and other accounting software changes?

Even a well-run implementation is a significant undertaking, so you should plan to conduct yours during a slow period.

#### How do you mitigate any impacts to business performance when implementing new software?

Start small. Try testing implementation on one part of the business before expanding it, or try a phased approach. Either way, your Paro expert will make a recommendation on how to proceed when they define your strategy.