Putting predictive analytics to work in hiring
Employers that once relied on observation and interview techniques can now use data to approach the hiring process in a more systematic fashion.
Information Management and Technology Assurance
6 steps to accounting automation success
For firms embracing the automation age, artificial intelligence requires smart thinking and human wisdom, Boomer Consulting’s Arianna Campbell and Marc Staut explained at the AICPA ENGAGE 2018 conference.
How tax reform — and Excel — are changing the CPA Exam
Mike Decker, the vice president of examinations at the AICPA, discusses changes being made to the exam as a result of tax reform — and about how Excel will now be available for use on the test.
Protect your online privacy with a VPN
The easiest and least expensive way to set up a VPN is to subscribe to a VPN service provider.
How board members can perform oversight of cybersecurity risks
A new CAQ tool addresses the topic.
Accounting firms: The next generation
The article provides a glimpse into a future dominated by fast access to big data and driven by intelligent technology applications deployed by a new breed of CPA practices.
How US consumers are fighting identity theft
Cybercrime losses hit $19.4 billion in 2017.
Erik Anspach, CPA, CGMA
Erik Anspach, CPA, CGMA, the CFO for Bison Engineering Inc., says managing finance and IT requires up-to-date knowledge of the latest technology while understanding that he doesn’t possess the expertise to fix all the problems himself.
Paving the way to a new digital world
The JofA’s annual technology roundtable looks into the future as blockchain, big data analytics, artificial intelligence, and robotic process automation fuel transformation in the accounting profession.
Microsoft Office: Use Excel's I-Beam tool to swap data in 2 cells
You can swap the contents of two cells in Excel if the cells are adjacent to each other. Here’s how.
4 skills accountants need to succeed in a tech-enabled future
New duties will require plenty of understanding and good communication.
Technology may push firms beyond the billable hour
Switching from hourly billing to value pricing can reward tech-enabled efficiency.
Ask the expert: Technology
Jennifer Warawa, EVP of Partners, Accountants and Alliances at Sage, discusses the changing role of the accountant.
Tech, people skills are key as accountants face changing demands
To be prepared for the future, accountants need to develop technical competencies, people skills and an agile mindset, the AICPA’s Clar Rosso said during the spring meeting of the AICPA governing Council.
New skills essential for thriving amid digital disruption
Technological advancements have made it necessary for professionals and leaders to develop new skills to help their organizations thrive.
How accounting firms can tap into benefits of AI
The technology can help empower existing professionals, not necessarily remove them, particularly in specialist fields.
Are manufacturers throttling your computer's (or phone's) performance?
The author developed a crude test in an attempt to detect performance throttling based on your computer's date.
AICPA proposes revising independence rules for information system services
Self-review and management participation threats are addressed.
Carlton's ponderings: Sounding off on social media
The author's thoughts on social media, auto volume and Twitter.
Convert your Excel PivotTable to a formula-based report
How to use Excel's new Cube-based functions and conversion tools to convert a PivotTable to a formula-based report.
