App Comparison – Proposal Tools
Our latest App Comparison, in collaboration with XU Magazine, is now live. Issue 46 dives into the world of Xero Proposal Tools with a deepdive into the features of Ignition, Socket and Quotient. You can view our latest App Comparison by clicking here. (We’re on page 100)
You don’t need to be a Fintech to run like one: How to level up your finance function
Still wrestling with invoices, reconciling spreadsheets, and late-night number crunching to pay bills or close the month? It doesn’t have to be that way. Focus on two things: harnessing powerful Fintech tools like Xero to manage your money, check balances, and approve payments instantly, and adopting the mindset that drives their success. Because the Fintech […]
Project Management in the Xero Ecosystem: What to Look For
Choosing the right Xero project management app isn’t just about features; it’s about how it can fit into your business. In this guide, we’ll walk you through what to look for, the most popular options, and how to make the best choice for your business. At Hyphen Digital, we write about Xero-connected apps to help […]
The Missing Piece Between Profit and Long-Term Success
You’ve worked really hard to build a profitable business. Your numbers look great on paper, and growth feels within reach. But, for many SMEs, profit doesn’t always equal stability. The missing piece? Liquidity. You can read more of our blog post featured on Chaser’s website here
Cash Flow Forecasting with Xero: Which App Is Right for You?
Cash is the lifeblood of every business. Yet for many SME owners, understanding where cash is coming from and where it’s going feels like a guessing game. A late payment, an unexpected tax bill, or a seasonal dip in sales can cause sleepless nights. Xero gives you visibility of your finances today, but when it […]
Xerocon 2025: What Xero’s New Features Mean for Your Business
At this year’s Xerocon in Brisbane, Xero unveiled a wave of updates that will reshape how accountants, bookkeepers, and business owners use the platform. While product announcements can sometimes feel abstract, these updates are designed to tackle real-world challenges: saving time, reducing manual work, and making it easier to deliver meaningful advice to clients. Let’s […]
Telleroo: A Closer Look at Payment Automation
Paying staff and suppliers should be simple. Yet for many businesses, it’s anything but. Downloading batch files, logging into bank portals, keying in account details, and manually reconciling payments. Steps like these add hours to every pay run and introduce unnecessary risk into a process that should be seamless. For Xero users, Telleroo offers a […]
Get the Most Out of Your Xero Subscription
You’re using Xero for your accounts. Great start. But if that’s all you’re using it for, you’re missing out on a whole world of time-saving tools that integrate directly with it. Tools that can streamline your operations, give your team clarity, and make your finance function work smarter, not harder. Xero’s App Store isn’t just […]
What the SME Digital Adoption Taskforce Report Means for Small Businesses in the UK
In July 2025, the UK Government’s SME Digital Adoption Taskforce released its final report. A collaborative effort between public bodies and leading industry voices, including representatives from Xero, Intuit, Sage, Enterprise Nation and the Federation of Small Businesses. The report sets out a long-term vision: to make UK SMEs the most digitally capable and AI-confident […]
Xero Add-Ons for Construction: Stay on Time and Budget in 2025
You’re on site. A job’s halfway through. You’ve no idea if it’s profitable, who still needs to submit timesheets, or whether the supplier invoice was approved. Meanwhile, you’re buried in spreadsheets trying to work out where the money’s gone. Xero handles your core accounts, but construction is more complex than that. From quoting to job […]