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# Success in 2026 – Tips & Tools

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Running a successful child care center means balancing quality care with efficient operations. By streamlining your workflows, you can reduce administrative workload, save time, and focus more on families and staff. Here are practical tips and tools to help your center thrive in 2025.

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#### Payroll and Finance

- [ ] Ensure payroll records are accurate and ready for the new year. Updating your payroll year prevents errors and keeps reporting consistent.] [Update your Payroll Year​](/procare-desktop/docs/configuration-set-up)
- [ ] Generate Tuition Express reports directly from your Desktop application. This saves time and gives you clear visibility into payments and balances. [Tuition Express reports](https://www.procaresupport.com/procare-desktop/docs/tuition-express-reports)

#### Scheduling and Reminders

- [ ] Use the [calendar reminder](https://www.procaresupport.com/procare-desktop/docs/calendar-reminder-1) to alert you to tasks that need to be done, appointments, meetings, and other important events. You may create reminders for yourself or other Procare Users (staff members) who are at or below the User Group level to which you are assigned.

#### Reporting and Data Management

- [ ] Favorite reports for quick access and to streamline your workflow. Each user can personalize their dashboard, making it faster to access the data they rely on. [Favoriting reports](/procare-desktop/docs/report-favorites)

#### Compliance and Health Records

- [ ] Regularly update immunization records to stay compliant with state regulations and protect the health of children in your care. [Immunization and shot record requirements](https://www.procaresupport.com/procare-desktop/docs/set-up-immunizations-shot-records-and-requirements)

### Explore More Resources

**Blog -** [**5 Ways Child Care Centers Can Boost Drop-In Care**](https://www.procaresoftware.com/blog/5-ways-child-care-centers-can-boost-success-with-drop-in-care/)

Learn strategies to increase enrollment flexibility and revenue.

**Website -** [**Child Care State Funding and Resources Information**](https://www.procaresoftware.com/state-resources/)

Access up-to-date funding opportunities and compliance requirements for your state.