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Thursday, November 2, 2023 Live Webcast

CPA Crossings Technology Trends Update (X2-35663)

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT
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8 CPE Credits in SK

OVERVIEW

One of the biggest professional challenges for CPAs, CFOs, controllers and auditors today, is keeping current with the rapid pace of change in information technology. This course explores the new and emerging technologies impacting the fields of accounting, finance, auditing and business overall.

DESIGNED FOR

Anyone who wants to update and expand their knowledge of all that is going on with technology in the business world today

BENEFITS

After attending this presentation you will be able to...

  • Recognize and be aware of the important technology trends that will impact you and your organization
  • Recall the important aspects of these technologies to prepare you to participate in discussions with your colleagues, clients, customers, IT staff and service providers
  • Select a strategy for how to integrate these technologies into your business model
  • Identify the emerging skills that will benefit you professionally

HIGHLIGHTS

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:

  • Emerging mega technologies, what they are and potential applications
  • State of the cloud computing market and working remotely
  • The explosive growth in Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Big data, data analytics and KPI dashboards, the new frontier for CPAs
  • Automation through artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and robotic process automation (RPA)
  • Blockchain technology: the new data storage model
  • Digital and crypto currencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum and more
  • Current state of cloud based software – financial, ERP, workflow and personal productivity applications
  • Update on personal technology devices
  • A peek into the Metaverse


COURSE LEVEL

Intermediate

PREREQUISITES

None

ADVANCE PREPARATION

None

INSTRUCTOR

John Higgins

John H. Higgins, CPA.CITP

Strategic Technology Advisor

Higgins Advisory, LLC

John is the founder and CEO of Higgins Advisory, LLC, which helps CPAs, CFOs and other financial professionals successfully guide their firms and business organizations through a digital transformation that leverages the power of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, data analytics, workflow automation and more. He is a seasoned entrepreneur, having been the founder of two separate accounting technology advisory firms that were acquired by larger organizations, such as the co-founder of CPA Crossings, LLC, a national provider of CPA technology advisory and educational services, and a founder of Computools, Inc. a provider of financial and ERP solutions for small and mid-size businesses. In addition, he has experience with a local CPA firm and as a technology advisory practice leader partner in a national CPA firm. John shares his expertise as a nationally recognized thought leader, strategic advisor, and speaker on accounting technology through coaching and speaking engagements.