Technology Services

In 1981, IBM introduced the first "Personal Computer", with 16 kilobytes of memory. That’s about the size of a small photo on a web site and 3/100,000ths of the memory of a low-end personal computer just a quarter century later. Some say that if today’s rapid rate of technology advancement continues, we will experience the equivalent of twenty thousand years of technological progress in a single century. No wonder executives find it such a struggle to keep up with technology while running their businesses.

Smith & Howard understands this issue and believes an important component of any businesses' ability to grow profitably is its technology structure and plan. Our advisers are trained and equipped to help our clients understand and make the most out of their technology. We offer some very valuable, cost-effective services to achieve this, including:

  • Technology checkups and planning
  • Requirements analysis
  • Hardware/accounting software analysis and selection
  • Implementation and project management
  • On-site accounting assistance

The technology checkups mentioned above are one of the most well-received advisory services we offer. The key areas reviewed during a check-up are

computer controls, security and training. During the process, we review and discuss solutions and improvements for vital concerns in your business, such as:

  • Issues of control over program access, development and maintenance
  • Disaster recovery plans
  • Documentation
  • Software issues
  • Planning status and options
  • Available tools and their effective uses

Strategic systems plans are also reviewed during the checkup to provide a blueprint for a comprehensive approach to all the information technologies your business needs to reach your long-term strategic objectives. We consider all business processes and prioritize them in terms of their impact on operations and profitability. Perhaps most importantly, we listen to be sure we fully understand your goals and your vision for their company.

Finally, we issue a comprehensive report on our findings and recommendations, in order of priority. We can then assist you in achieving those goals, or can help you find the right technology provider.


Our advisers are trained and equipped to help our clients understand and make the most out of their technology.
— Paul Atkinson, Manager