QuickBooks Enterprise Upgrade 2018 to 2024

Upgrading Intuit QuickBooks Enterprise 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 Version to QuickBooks Enterprise Desktop 2024

Official message regarding the discontinuation of QuickBooks Enterprise 2018

Starting from May 31, 2021, users of QuickBooks Desktop for Windows 2018 will no longer be able to access add-on services. This applies to all editions of QuickBooks Desktop Pro, Premier, and Enterprise Solutions v18.

Besides QuickBooks Desktop for Windows 2018, there are a couple of other Intuit products that will be impacted by the termination of add-on services.

Effective May 31, 2021, your ability to use QuickBooks Desktop Payroll Services, Payment Processing, Live Support, Online Backup, Online Banking, Technical Support, and other services with QuickBooks Desktop 2018 software will be terminated. Consequently, starting from June 1, 2021, you will no longer receive crucial security updates.

Kindly be advised that you will not be able to obtain live technical support for any QuickBooks Desktop 2018 products or any associated Intuit services. This also implies that you will cease receiving essential security updates starting June 1, 2021. Hence, it is recommended that you install any maintenance release or security updates received before this date.

The upgrade process for QuickBooks Enterprise Upgrade 2018 Version to 2024

With the beginning of the fall season of 2018, QuickBooks users started gearing up for the incoming QuickBooks 2024 software that has finally made its presence known in the market not only for incorporating new tools but also providing enhanced and updated versions of old features. QuickBooks Enterprise 24.0 or 2024 has also been enriched with new and upcoming tools and features. Users who want to upgrade now can call the QuickBooks Enterprise Tech Support number.

Upgrading from QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise directly to 2024 is not an issue. Upgrading to the latest version will provide a smoother experience and ensure that you have access to the most recent features and fixes available.

To download and install QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise 2024, follow these steps:

1. Visit the Downloads & Updates page.
2. Click on the standard setup link.
3. Select your country, product (QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise), and version (2024).
4. Click on the Search button.
5. Click on the Download button.
6. After successfully installing QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise 2024, restart your computer.

After upgrading the file, it can be restored to another computer. Here are the steps to do so:

1. Install QuickBooks Desktop on the new computer.
2. Create a backup of your original file on your original computer.
3. Save the backup file and give it a unique name to avoid accidental overwrites.
4. Save the backup file in a location that is easy to access, such as your Windows desktop.

We can now transfer the upgraded file to your new computer. Please note that you have the option to store the backup on an external device like a flash drive, or share it if both computers are connected to the same network.

To open or restore your backup company file on another computer, follow these steps:

1. Go to the File menu and select Open or Restore Company.
2. Select Restore a backup copy and click on Next.
3. Select Local Backup and then click on Next.
4. Browse your computer for your backup company file. The file should have the following format: [Your company name].qbb.
5. Select a folder to save your restored company file, and click on Open.
6. Once you are ready, click on Save. If you receive any prompts about overwriting your data, choose the option that best fits your needs. Be cautious when overwriting files and make sure you want to do so before proceeding.

What to expect with QuickBooks Enterprise 2024?

QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise 24.0 has been released with several new features, including the Cash Flow Hub, intercompany transactions, inventory categorization, expiration date tracking, and upgraded mileage tracking. These features are aimed at enhancing business productivity and enabling businesses to better manage their operations.

Enhanced features for QuickBooks Enterprise 2024

1. Cash Flow Hub: Simplify your financial management with a single dashboard that monitors both incoming and outgoing cash flow. Keep track of invoices, sales receipts, credit memos, payments, and more. Stay on top of your expenses by tracking both paid and upcoming vendor bills. Consolidate multiple reports without the need for manual calculations. With this tool, managing your financials has never been easier.
2. Intercompany Transactions: Managing multiple business entities can be made more efficient through intercompany transactions. With just one dashboard, you can easily establish and track relationships between entities, and track transactions by assigning assets and liabilities accounts. By using bulk transactions, you can reduce manual entry and save time. Additionally, intercompany transaction reports can be generated to provide better insights into completed historical transactions.
3. Inventory Categorization and Expiration Dates: Save time and improve reporting accuracy by establishing up to four levels of categorization on inventory. Categorizing items can make it easier to track and report on inventory and keep it up to date. Assigning expiration dates to inventory can also help reduce business losses and improve inventory turnover by allowing you to sell products more quickly. You can include expiration dates on sales orders, invoices, and other customer communications to ensure your customers receive fresh products.
4. Track Mileage Automatically: Record your business trip mileage efficiently using either the Desktop or mobile app. This way, you can more accurately charge back your customers. You can run a report of all your business trips in one place, simplifying the process. Additionally, you can consolidate your mileage data to simplify year-end taxes. With this feature, you can access the latest IRS rates and automatically calculate your deductions.
5. Contactless payments: Accepting contactless payments has never been easier with QuickBooks Payments. With a single card reader, users can now accept various payment methods such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, EMV chip, and debit/credit card payments. Transactions are automatically recorded in QuickBooks Desktop, simplifying the process for users.
6. Other New Features: Aside from the features mentioned earlier, Enterprise 24.0 also boasts new payroll-related functionalities, such as Equifax employment and income verification, and HCM with Guidelines 401(k), which lets employers establish a retirement plan for their company and staff.

New Incorporated Features with 2024:

1. Report Filters
2. Undeposited Funds Reminder
3. Cleared Flag on Credit Card charges
4. Copy and paste into timesheets
5. Deleted user names now appear in the Audit Trail
6. Vendor and Customer Type Filter
7. Automated reports in single-user mode

Payment Reminder for Payroll Liability

This new tool has been integrated within QuickBooks Enterprise 24.0, QuickBooks Premier 2024, QuickBooks Pro 2024, and Accountant 2024. To access it user needs to be subscribed with the Enhanced Payroll option. The tool will ensure that no payments due are missed by the user in the future. When the due date for payroll liabilities has come near, the feature will highlight the tab labeled Pay Liabilities on the home page to bring it to the notice of the user. The benefits of this newly added tool are:

1. Acts as a reminder tool for payment due for all future liabilities for the QuickBooks user and his esteemed clients.
2. Highlights the Pay Liabilities tab much in advance (generally 7 days) to ensure no penalty is charged as the due date is not missed.
3. Helps to build users’ credibility as they do not miss out on any payment ensuring garnering credit in the future is not hard.

Thus this tool will play an important role in the future credit dealings of the company. To set this tool to active, follow the instructions given below:

1. Open the QuickBooks software and locate the Employees tab from the main menu bar.
2. Under the new menu of Employees, click on Payroll Taxes and Liabilities, followed by Edit Payment and Due Dates / Methods.

Customization of Inventory Report

While the above tool was newly integrated within QuickBooks Enterprise 24.0, the Inventory Report feature was enhanced by Intuit in the new version. It is currently available with QuickBooks Enterprise 24.0, QuickBooks Premier 2024, QuickBooks Pro 2024, and QuickBooks Accountant 2024 versions. To access this inventory report, the user needs to follow the instructions given below:

1. Locate the Reports option from the main menu bar.
2. Select the Inventory option and follow it by Inventory Valuation Detail, Assembly Shortage by Item, or Inventory Stock Status by Item.

Apart from the addition of customizable display choices added to the below-mentioned reports:

1. Detailed categorization of Inventory Valuation
2. Inventory Status can be garnered as per Item category
3. Item categorization for viewing shortage in assembly.

System Requirements for QuickBooks Enterprise 2024

Find out what your computer needs for the best experience in QuickBooks Desktop 2024.

Here is useful info about the operating system, hardware, software, and other requirements to run QuickBooks Desktop Pro or Premier 2024 and Enterprise 24.0.

Processor	2.4 GHz minimum
RAM (workstation)	8 GB minimum, 16 GB recommended
RAM (server)	1-5 Users: 8 GB 10 Users: 12 GB 15 Users: 16 GB 20+ users: 20+ GB
Disk Space	2.5GB of disk space (additional required for data files). Additional software: 60MB for Microsoft .NET 4.8 Runtime, provided with the installation files. Additional requirements for Intuit Data Protect in QuickBooks Connected Services offerings: Requires minimum 4.0GB RAM Twice the size of the largest file set to back up + 100MB or twice the size to restore. The space is only required from the work folder LocalApplicationData+”Intuit\Intuit Data Protect”. Note: For the best performance, store your QuickBooks data file on a solid-state drive (SSD).
Windows	North American version of Windows. Regional settings are supported when set to English. Administrator rights are required for the server computer when hosting multi-user access. Natively installed and doesn’t need to run in a virtual environment or emulation software.
Optical drive	A 4X DVD-ROM drive is required for physical CD installations.
Screen resolution	Display optimized for 1280 x 1024 resolution or higher with up to 2 extended monitors. Best optimized for Default DPI setting for a given computer.

Technical Help Support for Intuit QuickBooks Enterprise 2024 Company File & Data Base Migration

There are many more features and tools updated not only in the above-mentioned four versions (QuickBooks Pro, Premier, Enterprise, and Accountant but also in other verticals of QuickBooks like Payroll and Point of Sale. For more in-depth information users can connect with Intuit to set up the QuickBooks Experts team. They are adept at handling many errors in the software and will guarantee to provide users with feasible solutions. Intuit has been trying to update its many features under QuickBooks software to accord users with improved quality tools. Alternatively, users can also connect with third-party support agencies like AccountsPro at www.accountspro.co or call on Toll-Free Number ☎ +1-800-983-3087.

Cloud Hosting for QuickBooks Desktop 2018

Customers want to buy Cloud Hosting For QuickBooks Enterprise for this just connect us.

---

Frequently Asked Questions