How small firms should approach new technologies
Small firms wishing to adopt new technologies should examine available services to determine which ones are the best fit for current systems, advises Daniel Moore, CPA.
Information management and technology assurance
Robotic process automation for tax
See what “bots” can do for tax practices and departments.
Should CPAs embrace 5G?
Fifth generation (5G) wireless communication technology beats 4G in at least three key areas — speed, bandwidth, and efficiency. Let’s take a brief look at each.
How to keep your laptop battery in good health
Most of today’s laptop computers and gadgets run on lithium-ion batteries, which last longer if you keep them cooler.
The 4 best technologies for CPAs
J. Carlton Collins, CPA, outlines the four technologies he thinks CPAs should be using.
Zapier: From IFTTT ‘weird’ to ‘wonderful’ in a ZAP
A monthly look at applications, gadgets, and other technology that can improve a CPA’s job and life.
What to expect in 2020
CPAs are likely to proceed with caution next year amid unpredictable external forces. But technological innovation seems certain to continue its forward march.
Independence and information systems services
A recently issued independence interpretation contains guidance for CPAs’ interactions with attest clients’ information systems.
Ask the expert: Technology
Aaron Harris has more than 25 years of high-tech engineering experience in business applications and software development strategies. As Sage’s Global CTO, he is responsible for Sage’s technology and product vision.
California proposes guidance for privacy law
The California attorney general’s office is seeking feedback on proposed regulations on the California Consumer Privacy Act, which will become the nation’s toughest data privacy law when it goes into effect Jan. 1.
How to build support for digital transformation
CPAs are uniquely positioned in their organizations to lead, encourage, and catalyze digital transformation, says Dan Griffiths, CPA, CGMA, a partner with Tanner LLC in Salt Lake City.
The tech trends we’ll see in 2020 and beyond
2020 is not far away, and that means major changes related to technology are coming at us fast. The tech-focused founder of a consulting firm provides a preview.
New laws bring much tougher data protections
Businesses with customers in California or the European Union must shore up their data collection practices or face significant fines.
How to switch from paper to electronic signatures
There are many viable electronic signature products in the marketplace. Here's how to get started.
Having fun with Easter eggs from Google and Amazon
Microsoft seems to have reduced the number of Easter eggs hidden in its software in recent years, but other software publishers still allow their programmers the perk of adding a little levity to their creations.
Price drop raises value of switching to Intel's i9 chip
As of August 2019, Dell was selling a nicely loaded computer workstation with an Intel Core i9 chip for just $1,394.67, including free shipping.
Print slide numbers on PowerPoint handouts
How to enable or disable printing of slide numbers on PowerPoint handouts.
Good places to find new fonts (many of them free)
A look at where to find free fonts and how to install them.
What CPAs should know about facial-recognition technology
An uptick in adoption of facial-recognition systems in retail, banking, travel, and other sectors calls on CPAs and other business leaders to assess the benefits of the technology against the risks.
How CPAs can prepare for accelerating tech changes
Openness to change and lifelong learning can help CPAs thrive amid accelerating tech development, says AICPA fall Council speaker Jeffrey Rogers.
