Frequently asked questions

WiseCost automates DCAA-compliant time tracking, labor distribution, and job costing for government contractors. It integrates directly with QuickBooks Online so you don't need to migrate your accounting data.

DCAA compliance means your accounting system meets the standards required by the Defense Contract Audit Agency for government contractors. This includes proper timekeeping, labor distribution, cost segregation, and an immutable audit trail.

Any company pursuing or currently working on T&M federal contracts needs a DCAA-compliant accounting system. If you've won a federal contract or plan to bid on one, having an adequate accounting system is often a requirement before work begins.

Deltek and Unanet are enterprise ERPs that require data migration, long implementations, and high monthly costs. WiseCost connects to your existing QuickBooks Online in minutes, costs a fraction of the price, and delivers the same DCAA compliance for small and mid-size contractors.

No. WiseCost connects directly to QuickBooks Online and inherits your existing chart of accounts, employees, classes, and customers. You keep using QuickBooks Online. WiseCost adds the compliance layer on top.

No. WiseCost connects directly to your existing QuickBooks Online and adds a DCAA-compliant layer on top: timekeeping, labor distribution, and an immutable audit trail, without migrating your data or changing your accounting workflow. You keep using QuickBooks Online for your books; WiseCost handles the compliance layer.

Most companies are up and running in under an hour. Connect your QuickBooks Online account, WiseCost imports your data automatically, and you're ready to track time and distribute labor costs.

Absolutely. WiseCost is built for contractors at every stage. Starting compliant from day one is far easier and cheaper than retrofitting your systems after you've won a contract.

No. WiseCost is billed monthly with no long-term commitment. You can cancel anytime. We earn your business every month.