Automation

A recent survey from FloQast has found that virtually all accounting professionals have reported at least some level of burnout.

While outsourcing and automation both offer answers to talent shortages, as the economy shifts, firms increasingly ask, “Why not do both?”

In this bonus Frontier, Joe Woodard says that AI-powered solutions are impressive but the profession needs more from its intelligent machines.

Optimizing your processes, leveraging technology and exploring outsourcing are key starting points for filing the talent gap.

The AP automation firm announced a new application program interface integration with Acumatica, allowing for further automation options.

These three approaches will help organizations streamline their accounts payable.

A recent study says that working alongside robots reduces workplace injuries but, at the same time, has an adverse impact on the mental health of their human co-workers.

The vast majority of accounting professionals have reported rising pressure to speed up their period close, says a recent study from Sage.

The Summer '22 release emphasizes consolidation and automation; Incorta touts a new finance data hub; KPMG partners with Microsoft; and other tech news.

The new capabilities, called Bill Talk and Bill Docs, emphasize communications and documentation.

No matter where you stand on flex hours and unlimited PTO, their growing popularity highlights a central theme: employers are largely shifting to a work smarter, not harder philosophy.

While the price of automation software can be intimidating to small and midsized firms, there are plenty of budget-friendly options that can still add dramatic process efficiencies.

David Cieslak, speaking at the AICPA Engage Conference, pointed to several recent developments that, combined, can serve to advance the use of artificial intelligence.

In this installment of the Frontier, experts lament the lack of attention paid to the client experience amid all this technological progress.

A recent report has found that inconsistencies in data and reporting mean manual processes are still required to do regular reconciliations.

In this installment of The Frontier, Roman Kepczyk warns that enthusiasm for artificial intelligence must be tempered with caution.

In this installment of the Frontier, Jim Bourke shares his excitement about new technology — and his concerns that some solutions are oversold.

The tax automation software company has released a new compliance tool developed specifically for property managers.

Plus, NetSuite launches training program; automated invoice processing times get faster; and other tech news and updates from the accounting world.

A recent experiment has clocked automated processes as more than seven times faster than manual processing for accounting tasks.