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There is a misconception that Office 365 doesn’t need to be backed up because it runs in the cloud. This is a very common misconception – to assume that data protection isn’t required for your cloud applications.
15 November 2017
Cybercrime is an ever-growing threat. It’s easy to think that the only form of cybercrime you need to worry about is hackers stealing financial information, however there are more concerns than just this.
01 August 2017
MYOB Exo Business 2017.1 was released Wednesday 5th July 2017, and we have summarised MYOB’s release notes.
11 July 2017
Ever wondered what reports come out of the box with Exo and if any of them would assist with your business processes? This tip will take you through the process of reviewing these reports and adding them to your Exo drop down menu for future reference.
23 May 2017
Productivity is a great word that people love to use. However, in the real world, productivity can be summed up in a simple question: Can I do my job easier or not? Microsoft has invested heavily trying to make the user and administrator experiences of Office 365 as easy and simple as possible. If you are thinking about moving your business to Office 365, here are 10 reasons why you should.
09 May 2017
Read this tip for a step-by-step guide to set up Exo on a new PC.
04 May 2017
With so many different functions in Exo, it can be hard to keep track and remember them all, so we have created a “cheat sheet” to help make your day a little simpler.
28 March 2017
Registering MYOB OnTheGo users and connecting their iPads for the first time.
22 March 2017
In the latest version of Exo (2016.3) there is now the ability to show multiple tabs at once in the taskbar of Windows.
13 March 2017
Often dwarfed by other MS Office family members like Excel and Word, Microsoft OneNote is well and truly the hidden gem in the Office suite. This awesome, powerful note-taking application seems to only be talked about by the serious users but it is about time that we all gave it the attention it deserves.
28 February 2017
Email is the lifeblood of a company; the main way we communicate, and how we get things done. So when there is a chance that our main form of communication could be at risk, we need to take measures to ensure that all threats are minimised – enter email security.
15 November 2016
This article has been written to provide you with some general tips about how to boost productivity with processes, as well as through the use of some pretty-darn-handy apps. From online sharing, analytics tools, notes apps, social media automation, time tracking, visual organisation, or just a simple way to keep articles or stories that you want to read later – there really is a tool for everything these days.
01 November 2016
While the cliché goes “a picture is worth a thousand words”, that must mean a video is worth ten thousand? In many situations, a video conference is much more effective than a phone call. The question is though, is video conferencing right for you?
19 October 2016
Do you know what Business Intelligence is? You are probably already using it in your day-to-day work and don’t even know it. Take a read of our short article and find out.
10 October 2016
While SaaS is now a major end-user platform, that hasn’t always been the case. SaaS, or Software-as-a-Service, has gone through a number of stages since it began. Follow us to learn how your accounting system of today came about.
06 October 2016
There are dangers lurking all over the place on the Internet, but we all know that that is not going to stop us from using it. Here are some tips to help keep you safe online.
05 October 2016
Just like many other Microsoft applications, Excel has some very handy tricks up its sleeve that’ll make your day a bit easier. If you are looking to get more out of Excel, try these tips.
19 September 2016
Statistics gives us many useful concepts, and proper use of our sales data can help us identify areas of growth and problems on the horizon. But we need to be aware of the pitfalls in our data analysis.
13 September 2016
When it comes to work overload, Microsoft Outlook sometimes feels like part of the problem, but with these helpful tips and tricks, it will once again be part of the solution.
05 September 2016
Most expert computer users know the basic keyboard shortcuts, like pressing Ctrl + P on a PC to print a document. But did you know there are plenty of other useful key combinations out there? These shortcuts will put the Internet and more at your fingertips—because every second counts.
22 August 2016
What is Knowledge? It is a collection of data, acquired through experience or education and grouped into a meaningful content. Many organisations start out with a small team of people, often specialists who are very good at their jobs and as individuals know all the ins and outs of their jobs.
27 July 2016
There is a lot to think about when it comes to protecting your business these days. With so many different tactics being employed by cyber-attackers, we need more than just anti-virus defending us from their varied and targeted attacks.
12 July 2016
As a user of EXO Business, I am often looking for new reports, and ask the question. Is there a standard report that can do this? Read this article to find out how to locate new reports.
30 June 2016
Find out what Business Intelligence (BI) really is, what it can do for your business and how to take the first steps to implement it in your business.
28 June 2016
We have created a snapshot of what the latest release includes, what’s been resolved, and what the known issues are.
24 June 2016
Bruce Pollock follows on from our recent EXO User Community Workshop recapping the lessons learnt from many years working with the barcode & standards evangelists, GS1, and roles with software development organisations like Focus.
31 May 2016
Your password is your metaphorical ‘key’ to unlocking you online ‘front door’. You wouldn’t hand your home key to just anyone, would you?
31 May 2016
Do you know how to protect yourself, your family, your co-workers or your company data during a disaster?
17 May 2016
Have you been depending on Excel as your business administration tool for ‘too long’? That’s the case for many businesses. Taking charge of stock control can be the difference between running a profitable business and a floundering one.
13 April 2016
MYOB have just released the latest version of their Employer Services software for New Zealand, 2016.1 This release includes the yearly tax rate updates, but also includes very important changes to the way Leave is processed based on the IRD directive last year for how PAYE should be calculated on Holiday Pay.
04 April 2016
As any small to medium business owner is aware, bookkeeping is a necessary evil that can sap away at your precious time and energy, reducing the amount of time you spend on the revenue-earning aspects of the business. Cloud accounting has reduced or eliminated redundant, time-consuming work that, let’s face it, is the bane of most businesses.
21 March 2016
The next update of MYOB Advanced 2015.3 has been released. This update includes a small number of fixes to issues raised by MYOB partners and customers.
16 March 2016
When was the last time you considered your SQL Server platform? If it hasn’t had any love for years, your Exo experience may be suffering. There are several compelling reasons to review your SQL Server environment.
07 March 2016
With the recent release of Windows 10, and the constant “Would you like to upgrade?” messages Microsoft is sending out to our computers, we’ve had a few people interested in what versions of Microsoft software they can use with their MYOB EXO.
23 February 2016
There are several options which make it easy to email invoices to customers and we have written a step-by-step guide to make it even simpler.
27 January 2016
This article gives you a quick run down of what to expect in a webinar and how to use the software, GoToWebinar, so that you’ll have nothing to worry about.
18 January 2016
Has your user account become locked, which is preventing you from logging into EXO? This generally happens when either a password has been incorrectly entered too many times or, your password has expired.
30 November 2015
A tool many people forget to use is the Clarity Report Browser, this provides a full list of clarity reports in your system, and is not only a great way to see the standard reports that come with MYOB EXO, but also to review any extra reports you’ve had made for your business.
23 November 2015
At the recent community workshop session there were questions raised about audit logs. This is a summary of the Event Log and Business Alert functionality in EXO.
28 October 2015
‘We think you are due an upgrade’. Quite often as a client you may hear this, roll your eyes and think, ‘oh great, another bill will come my way if I give this the go ahead.’ – But believe us, it’s in your interest to keep up to date with the latest developments in your system.
06 August 2015
The new MYOB Advanced OnTheGo app developed for iOS and Android will make it even easier to use MYOB Advanced wherever you are.
23 July 2015
MYOB EXO OnTheGo is a new application that has been designed specifically to meet the needs of the salesperson or account managers.
08 July 2015
In October 2014, MYOB invested in a leading provider of cloud business management software called Acumatica and branded as MYOB Advanced in Australasia. This product empowers small and mid-sized businesses to unlock their potential and drive growth, as well as delivering a suite of fully integrated business management applications such as Financials, Distribution, CRM and Project Accounting – all powered by a robust and flexible platform.
12 May 2015
We are keeping your business up-to-date with the latest updates from MYOB to ensure your business is efficient. This MYOB Advanced 2015.2 update includes improvements to finance and customer service operations and is due to be rolled out on the 19th of May, 2015. Your subscription includes all updates and the application of those to your system, this is all managed by MYOB. So all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the new features coming soon!
04 May 2015
Cloud Accounting Solutions for Bigger Business. The new cloud-based business management system, MYOB Advanced is set to transform the way businesses work. Specifically designed for larger Australian and New Zealand businesses, it gives you a fully customisable platform at a convenient monthly price.
15 January 2015
Once the IRD has approved a change in Accounting basis for your GST return from Payments basis to Invoice basis, there are a few things you will need to do both on your next GST return, and in MYOB Exo Business, to enact the change.
05 September 2014
Have you ever wished there was a spell checker for MYOB EXO that works in History Notes, Notes, Job Descriptions etc?
20 July 2014
Have you often wished for easy access to your daily functions within MYOB EXO without clicking through the regular menus? From version 8.3 up you can now have shortcut menu items.
20 July 2014
Following on from a previous tip regarding reconciling monthly accounts, we focus on how to check that you have posted all transactions to the GL via the ‘Post Ledgers to GL’ feature.
18 July 2014
This tip is for those of you who use Exosoft Timesheet Manager in conjunction with MYOB Exo Job Costing.
15 July 2014
Have you had an Employee request holiday pay cash up?
01 July 2014
Do you have a PC or Laptop that you wish to set up a shortcut for MYOB EXO on?
01 July 2014
Did you know you can alter the formatting of the General Ledger Reports so that the information in them is less cluttered, more relevant and in a template style you can use with ease?
17 June 2014
Would your data survive a significant fire or theft? Do you know whether your MYOB EXO Databases are being regularly backed up? And if so, are these running successfully and is a copy being taken offsite?
08 May 2014
Did you know that you can archive Sales and Purchase Orders? Archiving records removes them from your immediate search selection and helps maintain an efficient organisation of data.
N.B. Archived records are not deleted but stored in separate archive tables; they can be viewed in the future from a MYOB EXO report.
07 May 2014
MYOB EXO has a range of features to allow you to store different types of narratives against transaction headers and lines. The narratives can be applied to Sales Orders, Purchase Orders, Debtor Invoices, Creditor Invoices and Stock items.
07 May 2014
Have you wondered how to set up various pricing levels for your Customers in EXO?
05 May 2014
Did you know that you can create Laybys and recurring Sales Orders in EXO?
04 May 2014
This handy tip features a shortcut for the searching of Debtor and Creditor Invoices from your Main EXO Menu!
03 May 2014
Want a quick and cost effective way of sending copies of invoices and statements to your Customers? EXO has the facility to email these directly to your clients!
02 May 2014
Did you know there are features in EXO to assist with this?
01 May 2014
Did you know that MYOB EXO has a Trial Balance Tree? It is a quick and easy way to see the Trial Balance for any month for any branch and then to drill down into the account to see the transaction detail.
30 April 2014
Are you utilising the MYOB EXO contacts menu to its full potential? There are a range of functions available from the Contacts menu to enhance your business requirements! Contacts are also a useful tool for storing Customer and Supplier details.
16 April 2014
Requesting support via email. What do we need from you?
15 April 2014
Did you know that you can create your own Custom Filters in MYOB EXO to filter the records displayed in an MYOB EXO search?
15 April 2014
Do you have old customers/suppliers that you don’t want to appear on your Debtor/Creditor Search screen? Do you have customers that you don’t want to sell to until they’ve paid their bill?
14 April 2014
Did you know that MYOB EXO can output your clarity reports to a variety of end destinations e.g. PDF, Excel and Word
02 April 2014
Ever wondered how you can check who is logged into EXO at times when you don’t have enough licences available?
01 April 2014
Do you ever need to find out more information about an account or a transaction that’s listed in the report you are running?
24 March 2014
Have you checked that you have reconciled your Debtors, Creditors and Stock to GL before finalizing your monthly accounts?
12 March 2014
Did you know that we can create ‘Custom Buttons’ for you in your MYOB EXO Toolbar? The Custom Button can be defined to execute external applications (e.g. Excel, Word, Exosoft Programmes) or run EXO reports.
02 March 2014
Would you like to generate stock orders automatically?
24 February 2014
Have you ever wondered if you can copy an existing stock code rather than creating a brand new code?
18 February 2014
Did you know that you can add extra search columns to search grids and transaction screens?
30 January 2014
MYOB has brought out an exciting new upgrade, focusing on streamlining the reporting functions and providing a user friendly interface in which it takes timely data and transforms it into usable information.
21 January 2014
Have you ever needed to back up your MYOB EXO database during the day before you perform major changes on the database, as opposed to your scheduled backup at night?
26 November 2013
Do you need to store and manage extra information that there just isn’t a place for in MYOB EXO?
08 November 2013
Did you know you can re-organise EXO grids so the information and columns display the way you want to see it?
03 November 2013
Tips for creating strong passwords
20 December 2017
4 ways to lose your Office 365 data
15 November 2017
Microsoft Teams: the new way to collaborate with your team
19 October 2017
Disaster Recovery for your Business
04 October 2017
Windows 10 Keyboard Shortcuts
06 September 2017
How to protect yourself against Cybercrime
01 August 2017
Thank you Focus Technology Group for great customer service and helping our business understand technology better, your team always has the answers. Big thanks to Garry, we enjoy having you in our building and the team love your input.
Awarua Synergy
Focus Technology Group provides support for our EXO system which we use for general ledger, stocks and payments. This has required significant customisation and refinement, in particular to accommodate payments to suppliers. We appreciate the services of Alex Ball who has always risen to the challenge of developing changes to the basic EXO package and has proven himself to be timely, accurate and very capable over a long period.
Ross M Chambers, General Manager, Provelco
The Smith Brothers Group who specialise in plumbing, electrical, pipeline and all trade services in Adelaide South Australia has been dealing with Rod and Focus Technology Group since 2010. Despite the "ditch" Focus are extremely responsive in further developing Timetrak and Tasktrak Professional to suit our service solution and are always professional in their approach to providing us with value added options and better solutions.
Rebecca Penny, Smith Brothers Group
Focus Technology Group are an impressive team which delivers on their promises and are stand out performers in the IT Services, Software Development, Accounting Business Software sector.
Southern REAP
I have enjoyed attending the EXO User Community Workshops and find them very helpful. The group is a valuable resource that provides a great opportunity to discuss issues and solutions with other users. It is also great to learn about new products and features available, and promotes continual improvements which make our use of EXO easier and more efficient.
Graeme Laughton-Mutu, Award Plastics