This article discusses the process and covers what to be wary about when using ChatGPT to build a macro for Outlook.
Emerging technologies
Why should CPAs understand ChatGPT?
Two accounting educators focused on generative AI provide a look into the future of tools such as ChatGPT in this podcast episode with transcript.
Leveraging advanced tech
Dean Sonderegger, Senior Vice President and General Manager Research & Learning, Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting North America, discusses how AI is transforming the accounting profession.
Hybrid intelligence: Working with AI instead of against it
An entrepreneur and keynote speaker explains why artificial intelligence can be embraced and appreciated, instead of feared, in this podcast episode with transcript.
AICPA debuts new practice aid for tech-enabled auditing
The AICPA Auditing Standards Board’s Technology Working Group has developed a new practice aid that will emphasize how technology should be seen as a key enabler, elevating audit effectiveness and efficiency for the future. It uses risk assessment procedures under SAS No. 145 as the example.
A taxonomy for classifying digital assets
A nonauthoritative guide aids accountants with discussions about digital assets, general ledger account management, establishing internal controls, and complying with anticipated regulatory changes around reconciliations and disclosures.
CPA.com announces launch of generative AI initiative
The AICPA’s business and technology subsidiary announced plans to deliver a series of initiatives to build awareness and understanding of generative AI for the accounting profession.
Can ChatGPT answer your clients’ questions?
We put ChatGPT to the test with hypothetical tax questions. See if you think it’s ready to compete with a CPA.
Bots emerge as cyber threat for accounting firms
Hackers are now using bots to identify and attack cybersecurity vulnerabilities on a mass scale. What can accountants do to bolster their defenses? Find out from technology and cybersecurity expert Roman Kepczyk in the latest episode of the Journal of Accountancy podcast.
Tech roundtable: Getting your data in order
Technology leaders in accounting discuss digital assets, what CPAs need to know about Web 3.0, and more in this podcast episode with transcript.
Tech roundtable: Tapping into automation and tools of the future
Technology leaders in accounting discuss when and when not to use ChatGPT and robotic process automation in this podcast episode with transcript.
How to handle AI chatbots in the classroom
AI chatbots such as ChatGPT are very popular among students. Here’s how some professors are handling them.
Get started with robotic process automation: Build your first bot
Follow this step-by-step guide to create a bot to automate simple business tasks.
The promise and peril of ChatGPT
Early adopters are finding uses for ChatGPT in accounting, but the chatbot raises concerns about security and accuracy.
Increase capacity with automation
Firms should consider costs and risks to prioritize
automating repetitive tasks, panelists in our
technology roundtable suggest.
The CPA’s guide to technology (and tech gifts)
Inspector Gadget, aka David Cieslak, is the guest on this podcast episode, which focuses on cybersecurity and CPA-centric holiday gifts.
What CPAs need to know about NFTs
NFTs are unique, immutable, and auditable records of the ownership of both physical and digital assets.
Tackling NFTs in the accounting classroom
An emerging technology has interesting accounting implications.
3 ways NFPs can adapt online to the new economic climate
Telling compelling narratives online by leveraging influencers, TikTok, and freelancer platforms can increase opportunities for not-for-profits.
A blockchain glossary, the CPA firm of the future, and Excel malware
Blockchain — what does it mean to you? A glossary of terms offers clarity. Also, hear or read more about accounting firms’ tech-integrated future.
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