Survey reveals small-firm reliance on servers, specialist IT gaps – and accelerating cloud adoption.
Survey Overview
At this year’s Accountex exhibition, Cloud2Me gathered 214 responses, from accountants. With 60% representing firms of 10 or fewer people, the findings shed light on the IT and software choices shaping the future of the profession.
Key insights at a glance:
| Insight | Details |
| Physical servers remain | Over 35% still host data and apps in‑house |
| Cloud apps on the rise | Xero & QuickBooks lead; Sage and TaxCalc remain strong in small firms |
| Generic IT providers | Nearly 20% rely on non‑accounting IT support |
Why This Matters
Still running a server in the office? You’re not alone… but it’s rarely the easiest option. Between hardware upkeep, manual patching, and limited remote access, on-prem setups can quietly drain time and money in the background.
Cloud systems are simpler to manage, easier to scale, and built for remote working – but only if they’re set up with accountants in mind.
Cloud systems are simpler to manage, easier to scale, and built for remote working – but only if they’re set up with accountants in mind.
Your IT Stack Compared
- Xero & QuickBooks: Most popular across practices – flexible, integrable, cloud-native.
- Sage & TaxCalc: Key retainers in smaller teams, often used alongside cloud tools.
- Custom stacks: Many firms are bridging legacy and cloud within hybrid environments.
Introducing Cloud2Me, the smart choice for accountants
 Seamless performance 100% uptime. Unlimited CPU & RAM. Zero slowdowns. |  Software compatibility Optimised for Sage, Iris, TaxCalc, CCH, Digita & more – without lag or restrictions. |
 True UK-based support No call centers. Just fast, expert help when you need it. |  Transparent pricing Flexible terms, no hidden fees. Just simple, all-inclusive pricing. |
 Security you can trust UK data centers, hourly backups, and ironclad protection. |  Built for accountants Fully optimised, compliant, and built to keep you moving. |
Speak to our team to find out more!
Written by Jack Bedell-Pearce, Director at Cloud2Me
