With the new year underway, preparing your business for a smooth start to 2025 is of the utmost importance. From communicating office hours and emergency cover to budgeting and handling late payments, there’s plenty to organise – and Fergus, the all-in-one job management software, has provided five top tips to get your business sorted for the year ahead:
1. Get paid on time
If you’re worried about cash flow, job management software (JMS) like Fergus can help you stay in control. With its quick and easy tools, users can create and send invoices in seconds and instantly see which clients have paid and which ones still owe. If an invoice isn’t paid in 30 days, the system automatically sends a reminder to the customer, reducing the need for awkward conversations. Fergus has also added Tap to Pay to the Fergus Go app, so business owners can accept contactless payments through credit card, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay or Google Pay – with clients able to pay with just a quick tap at the job site.
2. Keep clients in the loop
Avoid confusion by clearly communicating your office hours, holiday closures and emergency contacts. Via Fergus, users can send automated SMS messages to inform clients of their plans, ensuring they know who to contact and when they (or their business) will be back. It’s easier to enjoy holidays and time off knowing everything is under control.
3. Streamline admin
Make life simpler by consolidating quotes, communications, job scheduling and invoicing into one system. Fergus centralises these tasks, cutting down on time-consuming admin and reducing the risk of errors.
4. Fill 2025’s order book
Fergus’s new enquiry management feature makes handling new customer requests a breeze. With simple instructions for platforms like Wix and Squarespace, users can embed a custom enquiry form directly into their website. Enquiries are automatically tracked in a dedicated dashboard where users can monitor their progress at a glance. Users can also add enquiries manually, so whether it’s online submissions or phone and in-person requests, Fergus helps to ensure that no potential lead is missed. The feature also integrates seamlessly with the Fergus Go app, so users can manage enquiries from anywhere.
5. Consider switching JMS
If your current job management software isn’t meeting your needs, consider a switch for 2025. Many business owners avoid switching providers because they worry it will be too disruptive or that the transition will be complicated. Fergus makes sure the migration process is smooth, as it handles all the data transfer and onboarding to make the switch quick and easy. The company’s dedicated support team is on hand to guide customers through the process and to ensure their business can continue operating with minimal disruption.
Getting ready for the new year doesn’t have to be overwhelming, and with Fergus’s intuitive platform and features, those using its job management software can ensure a smooth start to 2025.
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