This CPE course provides a concise overview of the leading economic and technology forces reshaping the accounting profession in a post-COVID world. Discover how accountants once largely enterprise passengers and navigators are elevating their role and taking on more strategic advisory roles. You’ll walk away with a simple yet effective game-plan to keep up with exploding digital transformation and translate technology ambitions into practical reality.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• When considering the future of their operations, practitioners will be able to identify at least 5 ways technology has impacted the accounting profession.
• When exploring technology solutions, practitioners will be able to give examples of at least 10 online marketplaces that provide guidance.
• When examining core accounting platforms, practitioners will be able to point out at least 10 leading online solutions that are used by accounting firms worldwide.
• When evaluating practice management software, practitioners will be able to recall at least 6 leading vendors which target the accounting industry.
• When developing a technology gameplan, practitioners will be able to list at least 20 types of business software that can improve their workflow and productivity.

Topics Covered:

• History and evolution of accounting technology
• What key forces are driving transformation in the profession
• What new technical and socio-behavioral skills are required to succeed in the industry
• The new generation of business and accounting applications
• How to create a custom technology stack for your operations
• Digital assistants
• Business software review portals
• Core accounting platforms
• Productivity software
• Virtual credit cards
• Accounting talent marketplaces
• Offshore staffing
• Cultural transformation services

Who Will Benefit/Target Audience:

Practitioners who want to tech up and explore a swirl of innovation, strategy and data opportunities in today’s digital world.

Prerequisite Knowledge

Participants should have a basic understanding of Internet technology, online navigation, and digital productivity services.