{"id":3968,"date":"2020-05-06T09:00:58","date_gmt":"2020-05-06T16:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/?p=3968"},"modified":"2025-11-11T12:36:12","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T20:36:12","slug":"take-steps-to-support-your-business-and-customers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intuit.com\/blog\/global-stories\/customer-stories\/take-steps-to-support-your-business-and-customers\/","title":{"rendered":"Take Steps to Support Your Business and Customers"},"content":{"rendered":"

This post can be found en Espa\u00f1ol here.<\/a><\/p>\n

At Intuit, proud maker of TurboTax, QuickBooks we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to prosper. We\u2019re dedicated to providing the tools, skills, and insights that empower people around the world to take control of their financial lives.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

The world changed overnight, and with it, so did our daily lives. Watching, waiting, and perhaps wondering what the future might hold. We know there are tough choices you need to make today. Intuit has tools to help guide you\u2014wherever you are right now\u2014until you can get to where you need to be.<\/span><\/p>\n

Building a Business Continuity Plan<\/b><\/p>\n

We know small business owners have a lot on their minds right now, but there are ways to move forward. We\u2019ve stood behind small businesses for decades, and are here to help you take steps to ensure your business\u2019s future as you look to <\/span>build out a business and supply continuity plan<\/span><\/a> \u2013 which means determining a management process that will help your business respond to difficult challenges and stay afloat for the short and long term.<\/span><\/p>\n

To get started, take a step back and define the problems and obstacles your business is facing. There are experts all around you (virtually, of course) that can guide you, and resources from advisors at TurboTax and QuickBooks to help along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s not too late to begin building for the future \u2013 check out more information in <\/span>this step-by-step guide.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Ensuring a Supply Continuity Plan<\/b><\/p>\n

Supply continuity is critical for building your products and delivering your services. A supply continuity plan details how you expect to source goods and materials when your usual supplier isn\u2019t an option. It should also include how you intend to communicate your supply disruption and mitigate the impact on your revenue. Follow these steps to develop a supply continuity plan and help keep your business running.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Identify how a supply disruption will impact operations and revenue<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Consider sourcing goods from alternate suppliers<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Collaborate with other local businesses<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Communicate, communicate, communicate<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The best time to plan was yesterday. The next best time is now. <\/span>Use this plan<\/span><\/a> to strengthen your business.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Guide for Restaurant Owners<\/b><\/p>\n

    Restaurant owners and other small businesses are directly impacted by measures for safety like social distancing. While you\u2019re exploring the best ways to make virtual experiences for customers, use <\/span>this guide<\/span><\/a> to help inform key areas of focus like cash flow, financing options, alternative sources of revenue, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Don\u2019t Forget About Taxes if You\u2019re Self-Employed<\/b><\/p>\n

    In response to coronavirus, the Treasury, IRS and federal government has announced several changes to the tax filing season, coronavirus relief, and stimulus packages. We\u2019ve got you covered with <\/span>a summary<\/span><\/a> of some important things to keep in mind if you\u2019re self-employed or own a small business.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Also, don\u2019t forget about the estimated tax deadline. The first and second quarterly estimated tax payment deadlines for the 2020 tax year have both been extended to July 15, 2020. We\u2019ve got <\/span>the info you need to know<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Don\u2019t worry about remembering all of the information in there. <\/span>TurboTax Self-Employed<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>QuickBooks Self-Employed<\/span><\/a> have you covered and will help you uncover business expenses to help you save on your taxes. <\/span>Visit <\/span>aidassist.intuit.com<\/span><\/a> to assess your potential eligibility for federal relief loan programs.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Get more financial literacy guidance here<\/a> with Intuit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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