Archive for September 2017
You need to learn about automation
Automation of accounting is a constant discussion. All sort of predictions are being made, all sorts of technologies are being discussed. It’s hard to sort out what is real and what is fantasy. At ATSA, to be held on October 16-17 at Sydney’s Hyatt Regency, various speakers will bring the issues into sharp focus. The…
Read MoreIs that a brain or just a pile of junk? (Part 2)
In part 1 of this series, I outlined some thoughts in relation to machine learning and big data and the impact on the accounting profession. These are just some of the technologies that are mooted to transform the world of accounting. Now in part 2, we’ll consider whether the promise may be delivered and other…
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