ATSA – the end of an era
As you may be aware, following the completion of ATSA 2017 we sold the event…
The crooks are getting smarter
With every technology change, the criminal element comes running in working out ways to exploit…
You need to learn about automation
Automation of accounting is a constant discussion. All sort of predictions are being made, all…
Is 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…
Is that a brain or just a pile of junk? (Part 1)
There seems to be unrelenting discussion about the machines taking over. The accounting profession seems…
New Payments Platform – another cog in the automation wheel
Are you aware of the New Payments Platform (NPP) (www.nppa.com.au) being developed by the RBA…
Sharing – the lost opportunity
As many readers would be aware, for many years, I have conducted reviews of practices….
Business Advisory Trends around the Globe
I was recently asked to give my impression of business advisory trends and developments from…
The struggle for accountability
As I have conversations with and work with firms, a constant theme is frustration with…
Estate planning: a unique opportunity
Wikipedia defines estate planning as the process of anticipating and arranging, during a person’s life,…
The Top 5 Strategies for Accounting Practice Leadership – Part One
One of the most important qualities of a great leader of an accounting practice is…
The Accountants Ten Steps to Better Customer Service
I was recently asked “what are the key things you see in successful accounting firms…
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