Case Study: Streamlined QuickBooks & Shopify Support for Strapped for Time
Strapped for Time is a small, family-owned retail business based in North Carolina, specializing in high-quality watch bands and accessories. The company carefully selects watch strap styles from trusted manufacturers and offers excellent customer service to clients worldwide.
Website: strappedfortime.com
Industry: Watch bands, jewelry, and accessories (retail)
Business Size: Small, family-owned business
The Challenge
As Strapped for Time aimed to grow in a competitive e-commerce space, they faced several challenges common to small retail businesses:
Needed guidance on QuickBooks and tax preparation to streamline financial processes.
Required help with Shopify upgrades and learning tools to improve website performance.
Needed professional services accessible locally rather than relying on large global firms.
“I needed to grow my site, learn tools to use in Shopify, and QuickBooks education.” – Strapped for Time
The Solution
Certum Solutions provided an all-in-one solution for Strapped for Time, combining bookkeeping, tax guidance, and e-commerce support:
QuickBooks education and setup, ensuring accurate financial tracking.
Business tax preparation guidance, preparing the company for CPA review.
Shopify support and upgrades, enabling growth and better online store management.
“The most appealing thing is that you are an all-in-one shop, which allows a small business like mine to have professional services without using questionable large companies around the world.” – Strapped for Time
Implementation Process
QuickBooks was updated, reconciled, and prepared for taxes.
Certum guided the client step-by-step through QuickBooks setup and tax education, ensuring confidence in financial processes.
The team provided direct contact and personal guidance, rather than relying solely on email communication.
“Most companies try to communicate solely through email. All of the staff I worked with were friendly and helpful.” – Strapped for Time
Results & Impact
QuickBooks is now accurate, up-to-date, and ready for tax preparation.
The client can focus on growing their business rather than administrative tasks.
Personal mentorship has increased confidence in financial processes for this small retail business.
Takeaway: 📊 QuickBooks education + setup → freed up time for business growth
“Your services allowed me to focus on business.” – Strapped for Time
The Transformation
Since working with Certum Solutions, Strapped for Time:
Has a fully updated and ready-to-use QuickBooks system.
Gains personalized support and guidance in financial management.
Is positioned for future growth with e-commerce and tax readiness.
“The personal touch of direct contact is very impressive. Most companies try to communicate solely through email. All of the staff I worked with were friendly and helpful.” – Strapped for Time
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