K2's Technology for CPAs - Don't Get Left Behind

Are you keeping up with the technology you use each day? Discover the latest tech tools designed to save you time and boost your effectiveness. As technology continues to advance, staying current is crucial. This course is ideal for individuals who aren't IT experts but need a technology refresher to enhance their skills and serve their companies or clients more efficiently.

In this dynamic, fast-paced course, you'll explore today's IT landscape, including computer hardware, software such as Microsoft Office, operating systems (including updates to Windows), and peripheral devices. Learn what these advancements mean for you and how to leverage significant trends in information technology. From the latest Excel features to best practices for working with PDF files, to addressing security and privacy issues, we've got you covered. Plus, discover how to maximize your ROI on your IT investment.

Throughout the program, you'll benefit from real-time demonstrations of the latest tools' practical applications. Gain the knowledge you need to harness the power of technology now and in the future. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance the value of your IT investment. Register now for this must-attend course!

Objectives

• Identify essential hardware and software enhancements and updates that are relevant to accountants
• including operating systems
• desktop productivity suites
• accounting software
• and document management systems
• Choose and implement critical features in Microsoft Office applications
• including accountant-centric features in Excel
• Word
• and Outlook
• Select features found in Adobe Acrobat for working with PDFs
• including commenting
• reorganizing PDFs
• securing PDFs
• and creating and working with PDF forms
• Identify security and privacy issues facing accountants
• including practical tools and techniques for mitigating risks
• such as data encryption
• password management
• biometrics
• and portals

Highlights

• Considerations associated with upgrading to a newer version of Windows and why that might be advised
• Practical options for protecting your data
• New features in commonly used applications such as Excel and Adobe Acrobat DC
• Emerging technologies all business professionals should know

Who Will Benefit

Accounting and financial professionals seeking to improve their knowledge of technology and the return on their investment in technology

Credits