K2’s Technology Update
Live Virtual Seminar
4.00 Credits
Member Price $160.00
Price will increase by $50 on 10/9
Non-Member Price $220.00
Price will increase by $50 on 10/9
Overview
Which technology trends will impact you and your business? What emerging technologies will potentially help you to address security and efficiency? How will the emergence of Windows 11 affect you? Should you consider subscription-based software? What does the future of communication technology have in store for you? Get answers to these and other questions by participating in K2’s Technology Update, a four-hour review of technology trends and developments affecting virtually all business professionals.
In this session, you will learn about significant issues such as:
- Hardware trends,
- Software innovations,
- Communication and collaboration tools,
- Security issues and solutions,
- Key products to consider for implementation, and
- Unusual and emerging technologies you may have missed.
If you’re taking just one technology-focused training session this year, this should be it!
Highlights
- Developments in hardware and software
- Options for communicating and collaborating more effectively
- Addressing cybersecurity issues
Prerequisites
General understanding of technology in business settings
Designed For
Business professionals and advisors seeking to learn more about technologies impacting accounting and financial professionals
Objectives
- Identify major hardware trends and software developments
- List examples of technologies that can improve communications and data transfers
- Differentiate between various communication tools and platforms
- List key security issues and identify appropriate responses
Preparation
None
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Brian Tankersley, K2 Enterprises LLC
Brian Tankersley is a CPA and consultant based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Brian is a frequent speaker at continuing education courses on auditing and technology for the American Institute of CPAs and K2 Enterprises, and is a senior faculty member with Becker Professional Review. Brian writes and publishes a nationally recognized blog on accounting and technology (http://blog.bftcpa.com). Tankersley’s areas of practice include accounting systems, taxation, IT consulting, and general business consulting. Prior to forming his own firm Brian practiced in public accounting with both international and local firms, as well as industry. His financial experience includes accounting & auditing, accounting system implementations, tax returns, financial analysis, inventory costing, and audits of public and private companies. Brian’s non-financial experience includes retail, wholesale, and manufacturing industry experience, technology strategy, technology management, systems implementation, technical training and documentation. Brian is both a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Information Technology Professional, and has bachelors degrees in both Accounting and Finance, cum laude, from the University of Tennessee. Mr. Tankersley has served on numerous board of directors and in leadership roles for both his church and in professional organizations. Brian is a member of the Tennessee Society of CPAs, the American Institute of CPAs, and the Information Technology Section of the American Institute of CPAs. He has also served as an officer and director for numerous area community and professional organizations. Brian, his wife Janette, and their four year old son make their home in Farragut, Tennessee. Entered 06/28/2006
Non-Member Price $220.00
Member Price $160.00