K2'S CPA Firm Technology For The Future
Total Credits: 2 including 2 Information Technology - Technical
- Average Rating:
- 8
- Category:
- ACPEN Industry Institute | Industry | Technology
- Speaker:
- Randolph (Randy) P. Johnston
- Course Levels:
- Intermediate
- Duration:
- 2 Hours
- License:
- Access for 30 day(s) after program date.
Description
The next five years are going to be eventful for CPA firms. The profession has never seen such rapid change, with new and changing technologies appearing almost daily! So, what will your firm do?
How can you keep up without getting overwhelmed by these fast-paced transformations in the profession and stay profitable during this turmoil? What are the best technologies to handle client interactions, PBC lists, electronic signatures, and Advisory services? How do the cloud, next-generation accounting software, and client demands affect partner profitability? Attend this session to get an independent overview of the state of technology in the profession.
Basic Course Information
Learning Objectives- Select new technologies for your firm from a road map
- List top niche markets
- Differentiate between products that are ready to implement and those that need time
- Create a transformative plan for your firm
Major Subjects
- CPA firm centric hardware
- Software changes
- Technology options for your firm
- Specific technologies to improve productivity and profitability
- Strategic products to consider for implementation
Course Materials
| Important CPE Credit Instructions_READ BEFORE WEBCAST UPDATED (442.7 KB) | Available after Purchase | ||
| K2'S CPA Firm Technology For The Future Handout (9.3 MB) | Available after Purchase |
Speaker
Randolph (Randy) P. Johnston Related seminars and products
Exec VP – Co-Founder
K2 Enterprises, LLC
Randy Johnston is a nationally recognized educator, consultant, and writer with over 40 years experience in Strategic Technology Planning, Accounting Software Selection, Paperless, Systems and Network Integration, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning, Business Development and Management, Process Engineering and outsourced managed services.
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EXPERIENCE |
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K2 Enterprises (K2E.com) 1990 – Present Hammond, LA |
Executive Vice President, Shareholder – Nation’s leading technology CPE provider to CPA professionals. Consults to high profile technology vendors. Delivers national seminars to CPAs, business groups and IT leaders on technologies in accounting, healthcare and banking. Creates and presents seminars and articles on 30+ technology topics including CPA Firm Technology, Cloud, Paperless, Business Continuity, Accounting Software and Business Strategies leveraging technology. |
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Network Management Group, Inc. (NMGI.com) 1983 – Present Hutchinson, KS |
Chairman & CEO, Stockholder – Consults and specializes in Strategic Technology including planning, selection and implementation. Expertise: CPA Firm Technology and strategy; Paperless; Accounting Software, Business Intelligence and CRM; Infrastructure including: Cloud, Business Continuity, Virtualization, Backup, and remote management. |
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Hutchinson Community College |
Department Chair, Professor, Adjunct - Mathematics & MIS Depts. Designed and taught courses in all areas of mathematics & computing. |
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Professional Data Services |
Programmer and system designer - Developed a medical system including the first paperless claims in Kansas, appointments and collection systems. Owned ComputerLand, Entre’ and Connecting Point stores, received first IBM PC and first Compaq in Kansas. |
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Farmland Industries |
Programmer and system designer - Developed and maintained P&L, Credit Union and Feedlot accounting |
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EDUCATION |
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Hutchinson Community College, 1975 |
A.A. in Computer Science, Math |
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Kansas State University,1977 |
B.S., summa cum laude, in C.S., Math, Science |
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Wichita State University, 1981 |
Masters of Computer Science, 60+ post graduate hours |
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS |
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Accounting Today |
Listed as one of the 2004-2013 Top 100 Most Influential People |
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CPA Practice Advisor |
Accounting Hall of Fame 2011, Top 25 Thought Leader 2011-2014 |
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Accounting Technology |
Listed as one of the top nine technology stars in the industry |
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AICPA Technology Conference |
Past Chair and featured Speaker for the past 28 years. |
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Who’s Who in Business & Industry – 1990-2013; in Computing 1987-2013 |
Acknowledged as leading business professional and as a leading computing professional |
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CERTIFICATIONS |
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Microsoft Corporation |
Microsoft Certified Professional – MCP |
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Novell Corporation |
Certified Network Administrator – CNA |
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AutoDesk, 3Com, Entre’ |
Certified CAD specialist, Network Professional, Data Communications |
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PUBLICATIONS |
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Various publications 1978 - Present |
CPA Practice Advisor monthly columnist, Journal of Accountancy, CRN, Accounting Technology, PCWeek, InfoWorld, Interface, State Society newsletters, frequent quotes in accounting and computer press. |
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Mitchell Publishing - 1981 |
Basic Using Micros |
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Random House - 1982 |
Business Computing Systems |
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McGraw Hill - 1984 |
Computers: An Introduction |
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John Wiley & Sons Publishing - 2002 |
Technology Best Practices |
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K2 Enterprises – 2003-2012 |
Accounting Software Solutions |
Dates
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Thu, Feb 09, 2023 - 11:00am to 12:49pm CST
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Mon, Feb 13, 2023 - 01:00pm to 02:49pm CST
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Tue, Feb 21, 2023 - 03:00pm to 04:49pm CST
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Mon, Mar 06, 2023 - 09:00am to 10:49am CST
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Tue, Mar 14, 2023 - 05:00pm to 06:49pm CDT
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Fri, Mar 24, 2023 - 01:00pm to 02:49pm CDT
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Tue, Mar 28, 2023 - 03:00pm to 04:49pm CDT
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Mon, Apr 03, 2023 - 09:00am to 10:49am CDT
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Tue, Apr 11, 2023 - 11:00am to 12:49pm CDT
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Fri, Apr 21, 2023 - 01:00pm to 02:49pm CDT
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Thu, Apr 27, 2023 - 06:00pm to 07:49pm CDT
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Mon, May 01, 2023 - 09:00am to 10:49am CDT
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Sat, May 06, 2023 - 11:00am to 12:49pm CDT
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Fri, May 12, 2023 - 01:00pm to 02:49pm CDT
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Wed, May 24, 2023 - 03:00pm to 04:49pm CDT
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Mon, Jun 05, 2023 - 09:00am to 10:49am CDT
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 - 11:00am to 12:49pm CDT
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 - 01:00pm to 02:49pm CDT
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Thu, Jun 29, 2023 - 03:00pm to 04:49pm CDT
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Additional Info
Basic Course Information
Prerequisites Working knowledge of technology and workflows in CPA firm environmentsAdvanced Preparation None
Designed For Business professionals who are seeking to stay abreast of major technology developments
Original Recording Date 2022
Course Developer K2 Enterprises
Date Added to Catalog 03/15/2022
Additional Information
Complaint Resolution PolicyPlease contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement
Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org
Instructional Delivery Method
Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements
Online Registration
Refund/Cancellation Policy
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