Digital CPA: What You Need To Know
Digital CPA:What You Need To
Know
"Digital" is a buzzword.
While it's still emerging, it has started
impacting almost every professions.
And, accounting is not untouched.
Accounting professionals and
CPAs have started adopting the
latest technologies to be
competitive, innovative and
improve work efficiency to become “Digital”.
Digital CPAs:
Who Are They?So when you hear this term, what comes to your mind?
A digital CPA is a CPA who uses
technology such as cloud, mobile, and
other means to attract clients and
enhance their business services. The
Digital CPA term was first coined by the
AICPA.
Characterstics of a
Digital CPA
1. Harness the power of technology such as mobile and cloud computing
2. Make use of Social Media
3. Available anytime, anywhere
4. Establish communication and collaboration
What Technology
They Use?
1. Cloud Technology
Cloud technology, aka cloud computing allows you to access
your data and applications anytime, anywhere over the
Internet. There is no need for the physical setup to install and run
applications.
Digital CPAs perform accounting tasks over the cloud. They store and access their accounting data and application on the
cloud and enjoy the benefits of remote accessibility, better collaboration and real-time
updates.
2. Mobile Technology
Mobile is one of the hottest trends in the technology
sector. It allows you to operate your business within a
handheld devices such as smartphone, tablets, etc. with mobile apps and let you be in
touch with your team members or customers when you are away from the office.
Digital CPAs are mobile. They use mobile devices and
application for immediate access to the data, to
communicate to the clients and to be available 24x7.
3. Social Media
Social media such as facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter etc. allows people to connect with
their friends, family and like-minded people. Businesses use
this technology to connect with their clients and prospects
for building relationships and promote their business.
Digital CPAs use social channels to utilize their
business, showcase their expertise, market their business
and to increase their digital exposure.
4. Communication Technology
Using technology in communication is becoming
the norm, and part of our lives. Technologies such as IM, audio
and video conferencing, e-mail, e-faxes and social media
are changing the way we communicate.
Digital CPAs make use of effective communication tools
and techniques to foster a good working relationship with
team members, clients and partners to improve morale
and efficiency.
To be progressive, innovative &
competitive you need to be a
digital CPA. It's not only a need for
you or your CPA firm but also for
your clients.
It is what your clients are looking for!
Are you a
Digital
CPA?
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References:
What is a ‘Digital CPA’? - AICPATop 5 Technologies that will Help a CPA Go Digital
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