Sunburst Software Solutions Inc

The current economic situation has dealt a serious blow to both homebuilders and commercial contractors.  Like all downturns to the economy, this too shall pass; but, experts predict that it will take quite awhile for everything to stabilize.

However, all is not lost.....

Public Works construction could thrive.  If you listen to the news and read construction trade newsletters you hear that part of President-Elect Obama’s economic stimulus plan includes investing in our country’s infrastructure; which means public works construction projects.

4 pages, PDF format.  From the December 2008 Newsletter.

Whether you currently use QuickBooks or are thinking of using QuickBooks for your construction accounting package you need to be aware that QuickBooks, while a great software program, is a "generic" accounting program and will not do evrything that you may need it to for your business by itself, unlike more expensive construction specific software.

If you are like most contractors, you probably do not think of yourself as a "computer hardware/software expert' and turn this type of project over to someone else.  This unfortunately, is one of the major reasons that this type of project fails.

Read the complete article to find how you can make your project succeed!

6 pages, PDF Format.  From the October 2008 QuickBooks for Contractors Newsletter.

As a busy business owner it is quite easy to fall into the habit of simply turning over your business's accounting to someone else; because your time is best spent in the field and not in the office doing paperwork.  Not only is this a bad habit, it can also become a dangerous situation.

While it is fair to say, most people don't steal, embezzlement does happen; we hear about it or read about it in the newspapers all of the time.  This article contains some simple ideas that you can implement in order to reduce your chances of becoming a potential victim.

5 pages, PDF Format.  From the October 2008 QuickBooks for Contractors Newsletter.

Identity theft occurs when a thief uses your personal information without your permission to commit crime or fraud.  

This article contains tips that you can use to protect yourself, your business, and your employees.

3 pages, PDF Format.  From the October 2008 QuickBooks for Contractors Newsletter.

With computer technology becoming more complex and sophisticated, many business owners are hiring indeendent computer/IT conultants to update their existing computer systems and ensure that their business has the tools and training needed to run smoothly and efficiently.

The question is, as a business owner who is confused about more complex and sophisticated computer hardware and software -- HOW do you find a GOOD computer/IT consultant?

3 pages.  From the March 2008 Newsletter.

In Part 1 of our series on Email Etiquette (a series of articles that were done for another group) we'll talk about the importance of making a good first impression with your email communications.  After all, we only get one chance to meet a person for the first time - and first impressions do count!

3 pages.  From the January 2008 Newsletter.

In Part 2 of our series on Email Etiquette - What Is It and Why Is It So Important we will discuss why you need email etiquette in the first place.

3 pages.  From the January 2008 Newsletter.

Part 3 in our series on Email Etiquette focuses on manners and tone.  When we stop to think about it, communication between humans is approximately 90% body language, 8% tone of voice, and the final 2% what you actually have to say.  With email, you remove the first 98%!

2 pages.  From the January 2008 Newsletter.

Part 4 of our series on Email Etiquette discusses the importance of being concise and professional in your email communications with others.

2 pages.  From the January 2008 Newsletter.

Part 5 in our series on Email Etiquette discusses spelling, grammar, and attachments.

1 page. From the January 2008 Newsletter.