Consulting

Last September, Accounting Today published the thoughts shared by “Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting” in an in-depth article, “T100 Extra: The Most Important Issues Facing the Profession.” From the more than 18,000 words expressed by the influencers, I identified the 31 most critical words that truly reflect their wisdom about the real “challenges” facing the accounting profession today.

Gary Shamis of BDO and consultant Jay Nisberg talk in this video about the different ways that firms pursue a strategic planning process, along with their book "Stratagem."

Gary Shamis of BDO and consultant Jay Nisberg discuss strategic planning for accounting firms and their book, Stratagem, in this video.

The CPA Consultants’ Alliance has approved a new slate of officers during a recent annual meeting in New Orleans.

Some time ago I had breakfast with a client who was not able to make ends meet but was fortunate to have his brother-in-law send him monthly checks so he and his wife could get by without any pressure.

Sustainability presents an opportunity for you to get in on the ground floor of what could become a hot area for additional revenues.

Credit card fraud is an ongoing concern for consumers, but recent developments will have a significant impact on your business clients if they have not yet invested in new technology supported by the Obama administration.

During my years working in management consulting, I was often asked by friends and family, “So, what exactly do you do…?”

Progressive accounting firms seek consulting opportunities so their firms can take advantage of more lucrative advisory service offerings.

Accounting professionals and their clients encounter many different circumstances that may generate the need for an appraisal of a business or part of a business.