Emerging technologies

TOPICS / TECHNOLOGY

October 2, 2025

AI-driven spreadsheet tools — what CPAs need to know

Emerging AI-enabled, automated data management tools such as Paradigm have the potential to challenge Excel’s current market dominance.

October 2, 2025

Car talk: M&A, AI and EVs changing the dealership landscape

Two speakers with vast industry knowledge preview their session at the AICPA Dealership Conference. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.

October 2, 2025

Is spending on technology spinning out of control?

Information technology spending, driven by AI investment, is consistently rising, but a survey finds that most leaders assume that they’re spending more than other companies are.

September 18, 2025

‘We’re still the thinkers’ — a reminder for tax pros in the AI era

Tax expert Annette Nellen highlights several tax provisions in the new budget law and why that law will be the main topic of conversation at the AICPA & CIMA National Tax Conference in November. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.

August 1, 2025

Intelligent process automation (IPA) pre-implementation planning guidelines

This framework helps firms and finance departments align strategies, optimize processes, and get ready for deploying IPA.

August 1, 2025

Accounting automation’s intelligent future

Unlike robotic process automation, intelligent process automation has advanced AI that can assist with judgments previously only CPAs could handle.

July 1, 2025

3 ways to use ChatGPT-4o with Excel

This column looks at three ways to use
ChatGPT-4o with Excel.

June 9, 2025

ENGAGE road trip: Simple directions for a smooth AI journey

On the surface, the number of sessions at AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE 25 that touch on artificial intelligence might seem intimidating to AI newcomers, but an AI workshop instructor explains why getting started is easier than you think.

June 1, 2025

5 advanced ways to use ChatGPT

This column offers 5 ways to take your ChatGPT skills to the next level.

June 1, 2025

Agentic AI poised to change the way CPAs work

Find out what the next leap in the evolution of artificial intelligence is and how it may affect the way accountants do their job.

June 1, 2025

Real-life ways accountants are using AI

From mail automation to technical memos to data analysis and marketing, CPAs are transforming their work processes.

May 8, 2025

Professional liability Q&A: AI disclosure, retired-partner risk, and more

An author of the JofA’s Professional Liability Spotlight column explains why the answer to the question “Should I disclose my use of generative AI to clients?” isn’t simple. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.

April 1, 2025

How accountants can balance technology and critical thinking

Overreliance on technologies such as AI may cause problems, but CPAs can take steps to keep their thinking caps on.

March 21, 2025

The ROI of generative AI: It’s growing rapidly, CFOs say

Nearly 9 in 10 survey respondents believe artificial intelligence is providing a “very positive” return on investment, and even more express high levels of trust in the technologies.

March 1, 2025

Get into the flow with AI-powered app Miro

This article shows how to use Miro to build a flowchart.

February 1, 2025

Generative AI’s toughest question: What’s it worth?

Finance leaders struggle to determine generative AI’s costs and benefits, but there are suggestions on how to tackle the problem.

February 1, 2025

How finance can get started with gen AI

Follow these steps to make sure you are on track with this game-changing technology.

December 12, 2024

Gravitating to gen AI: CPA leaders show increased interest

More than 3 in 5 business executives surveyed by the AICPA are at least contemplating the use of generative AI, signaling that broad adoption could be around the corner.

November 1, 2024

Using Copilot in Microsoft Outlook

This column shows how to make good use of Copilot in Microsoft Outlook.

October 31, 2024

How auditors can demystify transformative technology

One tip from Institute of Internal Auditors CEO Anthony Pugliese on harnessing the power of emerging technology: You don’t have to know everything to start working with it.