Zoho Books: A Rundown of 2022

Zoho Books: A Rundown of 2022

Hello users,

As we look back on the past year, we are proud of the progress and improvements we've made to Zoho Books. From new reports that provide better insights into your finances, to a new integration that fetches bank feeds seamlessly, we introduced new features and updates that help you run your businesses more efficiently.  

Read more about these updates and how they will benefit your business. 

We are committed to enhance Zoho Books and help you grow your businesses this year. If you have any feature requests or questions, leave a comment below or write to us at support@zohobooks.com. 

Cheers,
The Zoho Books Team

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