Upcoming User Groups, Training, Webinars & Trade Shows

Empowering you with information is the best way to help you get the most out of your Harris Local Government products and services.
Connect with us at one of these upcoming events. 

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SmartFusion Training WebinarRefresh Your Knowledge

Join one of our upcoming virtual training webinars to build and improve your SmartFusion knowledge. Our courses are designed to help you develop more efficient SmartFusion workflows, explore enhanced SmartFusion features, and discuss high-end techniques to get the most out of your software. Additional webinars will be made available quarterly, and you will be notified as they become available.


Upcoming Events

HLG Trade Show

GFOAT Spring Conference

The Government Finance Officers Association of Texas is excited to host their Spring conference on April 14-16 at the Kalahari Resort in Round Rock.

 

If you'd like to have a chat during the upcoming conference and learn more about SmartFusion or our Print & Mail services, click here to connect and schedule a discussion!

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SmartFusion Budget Preparation (1 HR)

Join us as we dive into the Budget Preparation Module. This session will cover everything from starting a new budget to updating your new budget. During this session, we will focus on the following:
  • Starting a new budget year.
  • What is a budget version?
  • Working with budget versions.
  • Keying budget figures.
  • Global options to change and move figures

Training time ise Eastern Standard Time.

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SmartFusion Utility Billing – Bill Run Wizard (1 Hr)

Join us as we dive into the Utility Billing Bill Run Wizard! This session will provide tips and tricks on how to utilize the Bill Run Wizard efficiently and effectively.  During this session, we will focus on the following: 

  • Billing Criteria 

    -  When to begin 

    -  Specified Service Dates 

    -  Cycles and Routes 

    -  To Exclude or Not to Exclude? 

    -  Hi/Lo Exception Control

  • Working Exceptions Efficiently
  • Calculate it (Again!).
  • Document Tab - Why you should use it.
  • Complete the Bill Run.
  • Find completed Bill Runs.

Training time is Eastern Standard Time.

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Fiscal Year End Overview (1 Hr)

Confused about fiscal year end procedures? Need a refresher? Closing the fiscal year affects multiple modules and can feel overwhelming. Join this webinar to help ease the fear and learn about the processes involved. During this session, we will focus on the following:

  • When should I complete the process?
  • What if I’m not finished in the year that’s ending?
  • Coordinating the closing of modules between departments.
  • Steps for closing ledger and payroll.
  • Budgets for the new year.
  • Prior year postings after general ledger has been closed and transferring those balances forward.

Training time is Eastern Standard Time.

HLG Trade Show

GATO (Georgia Association of Tax Officials) Summer Convention

The Classic Center

The Georgia Association of Tax Officials (GATO)

  • improves the standards of tax administrative practices

  • provides a clearinghouse for the distribution of useful information relating to tax administrative practices

  • educates the taxpaying public on the true nature and importance of the work performed by tax officials

  • engages in research and publishes the results of studies

  • elevates the standards of personnel requirements in tax offices

  • cooperates with other public and private agencies interested in improving tax administration

  • promotes justice and equity in the distribution of the tax burden in every proper and legal way

 

If you'd like to have a chat during the upcoming conference and learn more about SmartFusion or our Print & Mail services, click here to connect and schedule a discussion!

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2024 FCCMA Annual Conference

Welcome to the 2024 conference of the Florida City and County Management Association (FCCMA). This conference will provide outstanding educational and social opportunities to meet and interact with other local government officials. Please check your program carefully to determine in advance the exact location of your workshops, meal functions and social events.

 

If you'd like to have a chat during the upcoming conference and learn more about SmartFusion or our Print & Mail services, click here to connect and schedule a discussion!

HLG Trade Show

GFOA 118th Annual Conference

GFOA’s 118th Annual Conference will take place on June 9-12, 2024, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Join us for 70+ CPE-accredited sessions that will address current issues facing government finance professionals, inspiring keynote sessions, interactive discussions, leadership workshops, and networking opportunities.

 

If you'd like to have a chat during the upcoming conference and learn more about SmartFusion or our Print & Mail services, click here to connect and schedule a discussion!

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2024 NCGFOA Summer Conference

SmartFusion's very own Lazaro Elias will be attending the upcoming 2024 NCGFOA Summer Conference in historic Wilmington, at the Wilmington Convention Center! Join us for insightful conversations, innovative solutions, and a chance to meet Lazaro in person. Don’t forget to stop by our table and say hi!

📅 Date: July 21-23, 2024
📍 Location: Wilmington Convention Center, Wilmington, NC

 

If you'd like to have a chat during the upcoming conference and learn more about SmartFusion or our Print & Mail services, click here to connect and schedule a discussion!

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Fiscal Year End Overview (1 Hr)

Confused about fiscal year end procedures? Need a refresher? Closing the fiscal year affects multiple modules and can feel overwhelming. Join this webinar to help ease the fear and learn about the processes involved. During this session, we will focus on the following:
  • When should I complete the process?
  • What if I’m not finished in the year that’s ending?
  • Coordinating the closing of modules between departments.
  • Steps for closing ledger and payroll.
  • Budgets for the new year.
  • Prior year postings after general ledger has been closed and transferring those balances forward.

Training times are Eastern Standard Time.

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Time & Attendance Interface (1 Hr)

Time and attendance doesn’t have to be so hard. It is best managed with fully integrated software that flexes to your unique needs. This session will help you make better use of tools to streamline employee time tracking and improve hourly payroll accuracy.

  • Refresh time and attendance system from SF Payroll.
  • Import leave balances from SF Payroll.
  • Import hours to payroll accurately.

Training time is Eastern Standard Time.

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2024 GFOAT Fall Conference

Details coming soon.

The Government Finance Officers Association of Texas (GFOAT) Fall Conference is an event for finance professionals in Texas, focusing on public finance, budgeting, and governmental accounting.  Attendees can participate in a variety of sessions covering best practices, regulatory updates, and strategies to enhance financial management in local governments. The event also offers networking opportunities, including a social evening for registered participants.

If you'd like to have a chat during the upcoming conference and learn more about SmartFusion or our Print & Mail services, click here to connect and schedule a discussion!

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Purchase Order Route Streaming (1 Hr)

Join us as we dive into the route streaming function within the Purchasing module. This session will cover specific aspects that play an important role in enhanced visibility, accountability, compliance, budget management, and streamlined workflow.

  • Discuss which PO option is best for you.
  • How to set up for routing flow security.
  • Setting up for the routing flow in PO parameters.
  • Setting up the flows for routing - thinking through your flows and groups.
  • When to execute/start the new routing flow.

Training time is Eastern Standard Time.

HLG Trade Show

SCATT Fall Conference

Myrtle Beach, SC (Marina Inn at Grande Dunes)

SCATT Fall Conference

The South Carolina Auditors, Treasurers, and Tax Collectors (SCATT) Conference is an annual event that brings together professionals from these fields across the state. The conference serves as a platform for county auditors, treasurers, and tax collectors to discuss updates in laws, policies, and best practices related to property tax assessment, collection, and distribution in South Carolina. Participants typically attend workshops, network with peers, and engage with vendors offering solutions and services that can enhance the efficiency of local government tax operations. 

If you'd like to have a chat during the upcoming conference and learn more about SmartFusion or our Print & Mail services, click here to connect and schedule a discussion!

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GCCMA 2024 Fall Conference

SmartFusion's very own Lazaro Elias will be attending the upcoming GCCMA 2024 Fall Conference at the Jekyll Island Convention Center! Join us for insightful conversations, innovative solutions, and a chance to meet Lazaro in person. Don’t forget to stop by our table and say hi!

If you'd like to have a chat during the upcoming conference and learn more about SmartFusion or our Print & Mail services, click here to connect and schedule a discussion!

SmartFusion's very own Lazaro Elias will be attending the upcoming 2024 GFOANC Fall Conference at the Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel! Join us for insightful conversations, innovative solutions, and a chance to meet Lazaro in person. Don’t forget to stop by our table and say hi!

 

If you'd like to have a chat during the upcoming conference and learn more about SmartFusion or our Print & Mail services, click here to connect and schedule a discussion!

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Insurance and Benefits - ACA Preparation (2 Hr)

  • Please join us as we assist you in preparing and printing your 1094 and 1095 forms. During this session, we will focus on the following:

    • Copying benefits to the new year.
    • Reviewing and editing benefits for employees.
    • Printing your ACA forms.
    • Steps for closing ledger and payroll.

Training time is Eastern Standard Time.

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