Accountek Solutions has upgraded Connected (http://www.accountek.com), its cross platform small business accounting and ERP software for Mac OS X (10.9 and higher) and Windows, to version 8. The upgrade includes a redesigned user interface (UI), over 50 new features, compatibility with the latest Mac and PC operating systems, and integration with the latest versions of Microsoft Office.

Connected 8.0’s UI enhancements include modern screen aesthetics, new screen fonts and icons, new “recent places” navigation sidebar, and Connected’s pin transaction feature, says Scott Archer, director of Product Development. Accountek Solutions’ Connected on Demand service allows anytime access from any device via a secure hosted portal. A demo of Connected 8.0 is available for download.