Selecting Software

There are many issues which must be considered before purchasing a new software package for a business. A reliable accounting system should be an invaluable resource for a company and the cost of implementing the system can be very capital intensive. This can make the act of choosing a software package a very daunting task. This webquest is intended to help individuals utilize resources available on the web for selecting accounting software. Some of these sites will help identify the important issues that must be considered before purchasing and implementing a software package. An opportunity will be provided to compare and contrast different software organizations available on the web. Users of this site should come away with the information necessary to analyze a business situation and determine possible alternatives for software packages.

Learning Objectives

To identify the important issues to consider before selecting accounting software
To improve research skills on the world wide web
To learn about accounting software packages
To learn to compare and contrast different software packages
To obtain the information necessary to recommend the most suitable software package for a company

Quiz Questions

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