Often business managers are daily focusing on managing their business and the various components constantly changing of hats attempting to stay on target. However, information technology has a hat that is altered everyday by minute portions so that at the end a given period of time a seemingly insignificant change could be the beginning of a disaster.  Such as a download that demands and update for your network card, however that download can only be obtained from the maker of your hardware.  Until that software is applied your workstation is shut down!

As a small business package PeachTree Premium is designed for small to medium sized businesses which are typically less that 250 employees.  PeachTree Premium and Quantum have some subtle differences.  For example Premium  will license up to 5 users in a given operation. When requirements exceed this, then Quantum steps in with groups of  5.10.15, 20 and 25 user licenses.  The total number is 30 users permitted on the PeachTree Quantum 2009 product. For more, the next level of accounting software is recommended but then the price point drastically changes as well. than this will be the next level product,   In Peachtree Premium the following attributes have been created to push your business with greater control than before here are just few of the enhancements: 

Integration with Microsoft® Excel®, Word, and Outlook®

Excel, Outlook and Word integration requires Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word 2000, 2002, 2003 or 2007.

Integration with UPS®

UPS functionality is subject to UPS terms and conditions. Internet access required.

Internal Accounting Review

Sage Software is not liable or responsible for any fines or penalties that may result from errors in your company accounting records. The Internal Accounting Review is not intended to uncover all questionable transactions.

Mail Merge

Requires Microsoft Word and Excel 2000, 2002, 2003, or 2007.

Multi-user option (up to 30 users)

Multi-user licenses available in of packs of 10, 15, 20 or 30. A maximum of 30 licensed, named users is allowed. Only the first 30 named users selected in the user maintenance screen are considered licensed, named users.

Multi-Year Reporting

Upon upgrading to Peachtree 2009, 3 years of converted Peachtree Financial Statement data and account balance data on General Ledger reports will be readily accessible, as well as any future closed years will be available.

Online Banking Reconciliation

Internet access required. See www.peachtree.com/banks for a current list of supported banks, which is subject to change. Your bank may charge a fee to download statements.

Outlook Contact Synchronization

Requires Microsoft Outlook 2000, 2002, 2003, or 2007. Outlook Sync supported in Exchange 5.5 SP4, 2000 SP2, and 2003.

Payroll Solutions

Compliant tax forms and tax tables require a subscription to Peachtree Simple Payroll or Peachtree Select Payroll. For details see www.peachtreepayroll.com or call 877-231-3761.

Peachtree Bill Pay

Subject to approval and to Sage Software terms of service. Additional fees, internet access and checking account required.

Peachtree Business Care (1 year unlimited access to support)

Support Specialists are available from 8:30 am until 8:30 pm ET Monday-Friday, and reserve the right to limit a call to one hour or one incident.

Peachtree Business Care (Renewal Policy)

To ensure continuous service, subsequent years will be automatically billed to the same credit card each year on the anniversary date of your purchase at the then current rate after notifying you 30 days in advance of your anniversary date. You may terminate the plan with at least 7 calendar days’ notice prior to your renewal anniversary date and not be charged for the renewal.

Peachtree Business Care

The Peachtree Business Care Plan (which includes product upgrades, updates, and customer support) will be renewed automatically each year on the anniversary date of your purchase unless you terminate your agreement prior to that date. Renewal is not required to continued access to product updates for supported versions.

Peachtree Credit Card Service

Subject to approval and to Peachtree Payment Solutions terms and conditions. Additional fees (including swipe terminal for card present transactions), internet access, and credit card required.

Peachtree Direct Deposit

Subject to approval. Additional fees, internet access and credit card required. Not available with Peachtree First Accounting.

Peachtree Online Backup

Price is subject to change. Includes access to 100MB of storage space for one year from date of installation. Upgrade to next Peachtree release required to continue free yearly service beyond initial term. Subject to third party terms and conditions. Internet access required. Terms, conditions, pricing, features and service options subject to change without notice. Windows Server 2000, Windows Server 2003 and Terminal Services are not supported.

Peachtree Managed Payroll - (Penalty Free Guarantee)

Sage Software will pay any tax penalties for inaccurate or late tax remittances and filings as long as the data provided is on time, complete and accurate and your accounts are properly funded.

Peachtree Remote Access

Additional fees, internet access and credit card required. Subject to third party terms and conditions. Price is subject to change.

Peachtree Simple Payroll

Annual subscription fee required. Your subscription includes all the latest federal tax law changes plus coverage of two states of your choice. Includes over 230 federal and state forms. Year end payroll tax forms (such as W-2s and 1099s) are updated at the end of the calendar year. Registration and valid e-mail address required. Not available with Peachtree First Accounting. Forms for PR and US VI are not supported.

Peachtree Third Party Add-on Solutions

The products and services highlighted on the Add-On Partner pages have undergone a product review by Sage Software developers. Add-On Partners are third-party vendors. Sage Software and its affiliates are in no way liable or responsible for claims made related to the products or services provided by third-party vendors. Sage Software does not warrant or guarantee the quality of third-party products or services. Please direct your inquiries regarding add-on product warranties to the appropriate third party vendor.

Peachtree Website Creator Pro w/ Peachtree Website Trader Pro Combo

Additional fees, internet access and credit card required.

Peachtree Web Accounting

Internet access and credit card required. Discounted annual pricing available.

Print-N-Sign Tax Forms

Includes over 230 federal and state forms. Check form availability at www.peachtreepayroll.com. Requires subscription to Peachtree Simple Payroll or Peachtree Select Payroll. Additional fees required. Not intended for use with dot matrix printers. Forms for PR and USVI are not supported.

QuickBooks® Conversion

Versions 2005 - 2008, Basic through Enterprise. Excludes conversion of QuickBooks individual payroll transactions. For additional information on conversion limitations, please visit www.peachtree.com/qb

Retainage

Retainage is available only in companies using accrual based accounting.

Saving Record and Transactions Performance

Performance results are based on recommended system requirements and may vary based on configuration, size and content of data file, system, the record or transaction being saved and what screens and reports are open.