Quickbooks hosting refers to installing your accounting software and storing all related files and data on a remote cloud-based server, which is accessible via the internet. Authorized users can use the software from anywhere, anytime, and from any device with internet connectivity.

All you need is a MAC OS or Windows OS with Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) enabled to access Quickbooks Desktop hosted on Audinc’s cloud infrastructure. While internet connectivity is a must to use the software, we take care of all other system requirements for your chosen Quickbooks Edition and version and address custom settings as well.

Yes Smartphone access is possible. You can access and use Quickbooks hosted on the Cloud from a range of devices including PCs running on Linux, Windows or a Mac.

As the accounting software is accessible via internet, it is possible for many users to work on the same data file, using the device of their choice. Data updates happen in real time.

While both options enable multiple users to work simultaneously on a Quickbooks company file, setting up the Multi-user mode on premise needs more care and attention, when working with an in-house local area network. Alternatively multi-user mode on hosted Quickbooks is bundled with other benefits of cloud hosting and often proves a better option.

Quickbooks Online and Quickbooks Desktop hosted on the cloud are both accessible via the internet, but the Desktop and Online versions are different. Quickbooks Online is an ideal offering for simple service oriented businesses that require few basic features. The hosted Desktop editions are more suitable for businesses dealing with tangible products, with more complex operations across one or more locations.

Quickbooks response times and performance largely depends on the efficiency and capabilities of the underlying IT infrastructure. State-of-art hardware, latest software and thorough maintenance of hosted environments promise lighting speeds; however, decent performance levels are achievable if in-house IT systems are technically advanced and well-maintained.

We at Audinc ensure smooth migration of Quickbooks to your hosted environment, without any loss of business data. Moving to cloud hosting is only bound to enhance user experience. You will be able to use all features of your Quickbooks Desktop Edition in a more effective and powerful manner and access optional features with equal ease should you wish to.

All successfully posted transactions get saved to the cloud. However if internet connectivity is lost before you complete a transaction, save the details once the connection is restored. Data will be available in transaction window as long as it remains open.

It is possible to host any Quickbooks Desktop edition on a Windows Terminal Server (WTS). The WTS on which Quickbooks is hosted is commonly referred to as Quickbooks Terminal Server aka Quickbooks on Terminal Server.

They are Standard or Commercial hosting service providers, who have a written authorization from Intuit, permitting them to remotely host select Quickbooks versions for licensed end users.

No. Audinc is not an Intuit Authorized hosting service provider. You can find them listed here: www.intuithostingprogram.com.  We however offer the best of hosting services in compliance with PCI-DSS, SSAE-16 and SOC requirements.

Audinc’s hosting platform/environment is ably protected by anti-spyware solutions with additional firewalls in place throughout the hardware infrastructure. We also have a dual backup system that stores data in 2 different locations to enable prompt and reliable data recovery. Security settings are regularly monitored and software upgraded systematically. Our data centers are SAS certified, with data being secured by password protected access.

No. The Intuit Hosting Program legally permits or authorizes hosting service providers to host Quickbooks for windows on request from licensed end users. They are allowed to install and manage the Pro, Premier and Enterprise editions of Quickbooks Desktop software, and enable password authenticated access for licensed users to work on the software.

The Quickbooks Online edition, however, is a separate online/ web-based software application that subscribers can directly access via the internet.

While Intuit legally authorizes hosts participating in the hosting program, it does not in any way guarantee or certifies the capabilities of the hosting environments (irrespective of standard or commercial). The hosting service providers are solely responsible for security, accessibility and backup of Quickbooks data files on their hosting environment. They must deliver on promises they make to end users, and fully comply with clauses detailed in the service level agreement.