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.
Information management
How to switch from paper to electronic signatures
There are many viable electronic signature products in the marketplace. Here's how to get started.
A different approach to applying blockchain
Louise W. Reed, CPA, has developed a blockchain-based online marketplace that she believes will facilitate tax credit transfers nationally.
8 key features of Microsoft OneDrive
We dive deep by exploring eight facets of OneDrive.
4 steps to prepare for the future of accounting
This article offers tips to make sure you're ready when the technology is.
The required step before AI and blockchain
Here are a few things to look for when selecting cloud accounting software that will provide you and your clients the most value.
Blockchain, machine learning, and a future accounting
Professionals who aren’t at the forefront of learning and testing ways to adopt these technologies risk getting left behind.
Guess how often you use your phone every day
A survey reveals how many times we check our phones, how many of us think we use our phones too much, and more.
Cloud computing: What should organizations move to the cloud?
You probably shouldn't put everything in the cloud, but moving nothing to the cloud isn't the right answer either.
Basic Excel time-saving tips
This column offers tips on features, shortcuts, and tools that can save time, improve the integrity of workbooks, and simplify data analysis.
Blockchain opens new era for cross-border payments
Blockchain could streamline how money moves between nations.
Blockchain defined
If you know a bit about bitcoin, blockchain will blow you away.
Make technology, not talent, your first priority
This column explores five reasons that technology has become an even higher strategic priority than talent.
Prevent Windows 10 from spying on you
Windows 10 can not only record your every keystroke, but it can also record your voice as you talk.
Why CPAs need to get a grip on blockchain
The decentralized ledger system may seem confusing, but it also adds up to new opportunities for savvy financial professionals.
9 time-saving tech tips for the busy CPA
If you’d like to be more efficient on the job, tech-focused solutions are a logical place to start.
Scanning the scanner market
Q: I’ve finally decided to break down, buy an inexpensive scanner, and go paperless; what type of scanner should I get?
How small businesses can keep data secure
Lisa Traina, CPA/CITP, CGMA, president and owner of information technology security firm Traina & Associates, suggests ways for organizations with limited IT budgets to keep their data secure.
Excel: The power of mapping
CPAs often have to produce recurring reports, such as quarterly balance sheets, from datasets, such as trial balances. The process can be tedious and prone to error, but an Excel technique called mapping can show the way to better results. Learn more in this Technology Workshop.
Embracing the automated audit
Technology is changing the way audits are being performed, with greater access to data but also more data to sort through. Auditors can remain efficient and effective by employing applications designed to help automate some procedures.
