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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.

October 1, 2025

Using 3 Excel View tools to manage large spreadsheets

This month’s column shows how you can use Microsoft Excel’s View features to more easily
navigate big datasets.

October 1, 2025

Building a better firm: How to pick the proper technology

Automation and other technologies are essential for business model modernization. Experts offer tips on choosing the right tech.

October 1, 2025

AI-powered hacking in accounting: ‘No one is safe’

Artificial intelligence is producing scary good cyberattacks, but CPAs can take steps to lower their risk of being a victim.

October 1, 2025

How BI and analytics enhance management accountants’ partnering role

Business intelligence and analytics tools are no longer optional to deliver real-time insights and support agile business decisions.

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.

September 2, 2025

Incorporating prompt engineering into the accounting curriculum

It is imperative that accountants learn how to write effective instructions for generative AI applications like ChatGPT.

September 1, 2025

Create a dynamic to-do list with Excel’s checkboxes

Checkboxes can help you create interactive to-do lists and other types of lists that track progress.

September 1, 2025

Another way to manage authentication texts

Q. How can I manage multifactor authentication for text messages when I don’t want my staff to rely on my mobile device or use theirs? A. The most common method of multifactor authentication (MFA) involves using a text message. However, I don’t want the text message sent to my phone in case

September 1, 2025

2025 tax software survey

CPAs rate their return preparation software’s performance during this year’s tax season.

August 29, 2025

Take a bold leap instead of a tentative step

A profession leader discusses remote work, AI’s role in accounting, and how journaling and summer breaks help her stay grounded. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.

August 20, 2025

Calculating AI’s impact on CPAs: New study quantifies time savings

Researchers determine the real difference that generative AI can have on the average accountant in terms of time spent on routine data entry versus time available for client support and billable hours.

August 14, 2025

The power of a digital detox and the value of committee volunteering

The first installment of a three-episode podcast road trip features an in-person discussion with a CPA who has learned to prioritize unplugging while on vacation. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A with Iowa’s Carrie Kruse, CPA, CGMA.

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.

August 1, 2025

Quickly clean data with Excel’s TRIMRANGE and trim references

The TRIMRANGE function eliminates blank rows or columns from the boundaries of a specified range. This can be helpful when importing data from external sources, which can result in inconsistent formatting.

August 1, 2025

Optimize your meeting calendar in Outlook

Microsoft Outlook has several features that make it easier to schedule
meetings and help you manage and share your calendar more efficiently.

July 16, 2025

Overworked or overwhelmed? The two sides of technology

Productivity is lacking in the workplace, according to a Microsoft survey, with technology posing both as the problem and the solution.

July 1, 2025

3 ways to use ChatGPT-4o with Excel

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

FROM THIS MONTH'S ISSUE

How a CPA beat burnout after strokes, depression

Randy Crabtree, CPA, suffered two strokes in four days and struggled with his mental health for years before he learned to recognize, address, and prevent chronic stress. Learn from his insights on how CPAs can avoid professional burnout.