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K2's 2024 Time To Advance Automation - Strategies And Tools For Efficiency


Total Credits: 2 including 2 Information Technology - Technical

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ACPEN Industry Institute |  Technology
Faculty:
Thomas G. Stephens Jr., CPA.CITP, CGMA
Course Levels:
Intermediate
Duration:
2 Hours
License:
Product Setting: Expires 30 day(s) after program date.

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Description

Increasingly, automating business processes is a necessity. In this session, you will learn about real-world examples of automating business processes. Remember, the survival of your business might depend upon successful automation!

Basic Course Information

Learning Objectives
  • Outline the primary benefits of advanced automation in business processes
  • Select appropriate automation tools for data extraction and transformation
  • Identify Microsoft 365 plans and other tools that offer powerful automation capabilities like Power Automate
  • Compare and contrast the functionalities and applications of Power Automate and Zapier
  • Recognize business tasks that are prime candidates for automation

Major Subjects
  • Advanced Automation Strategies: Best practices for starting or enhancing your automation journey
  • Key Tools for Automation: Exploring the latest features in Zoho, Zapier, Microsoft, and other tools
  • Practical Automation in Finance: Automating tasks in accounts payable, banking, and approval workflows
  • Navigating Common Pitfalls: Identifying and avoiding typical obstacles in automation projects

Course Materials

Faculty

Thomas G. Stephens Jr., CPA.CITP, CGMA's Profile

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Shareholder

K2 Enterprises


Tommy Stephens received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree (Major in Accounting) from Auburn University in 1985. In 1992, he earned a Master of Science degree (Major in Finance) from Georgia State University in Atlanta. Presently, Tommy is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Information Technology Professional, and a Chartered Global Management Accountant.

During his professional career, Tommy has gained valuable experience in a variety of positions, including:

  • Working as an auditor and technology consultant for an Atlanta-based public accounting firm;
  • Leading an Internal Audit staff and managing a Cost Accounting team for a Fortune 500 company;
  • Serving as a Chief Financial Officer for an international engineering organization; and
  • Founding and managing his public accounting firm that provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to individuals and a variety of small and emerging businesses.

In 1995, Tommy began authoring and presenting continuing professional education courses to accounting and finance professionals. In 2003, he affiliated with K2 Enterprises, and in 2007, he joined the firm as a partner. To date, he has lectured internationally on subjects such as internal controls for small businesses, technology strategies, computer hardware and software applications, tax strategies and compliance, and financial accounting standards and applications. Over the past twenty-five years, Tommy has presented over 2,700 educational sessions to over 70,000 participants throughout the United States and Canada.

Presently, Tommy resides in Woodstock, Georgia, where he enjoys an active personal life with his wife. His hobbies include snow skiing, fishing, running, and other outdoor activities. Tommy maintains professional memberships with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. Additionally, he is a past member of the Institute of Internal Auditors.


Dates

Thu, Jun 06, 2024 - 02:00pm to 03:40pm EDT
Fri, Jun 14, 2024 - 04:00pm to 05:40pm EDT
Sat, Jun 22, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:40am EDT
Fri, Jul 12, 2024 - 12:00pm to 01:40pm EDT
Thu, Jul 25, 2024 - 07:00pm to 08:40pm EDT
Mon, Aug 12, 2024 - 04:00pm to 05:40pm EDT
Thu, Aug 29, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:40am EDT
Tue, Sep 10, 2024 - 12:00pm to 01:40pm EDT
Mon, Sep 30, 2024 - 02:00pm to 03:40pm EDT
Wed, Oct 02, 2024 - 04:00pm to 05:40pm EDT
Tue, Oct 29, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:40am EDT
Tue, Nov 05, 2024 - 07:00pm to 08:40pm EST
Wed, Nov 20, 2024 - 02:00pm to 03:40pm EST
Mon, Dec 09, 2024 - 04:00pm to 05:40pm EST
Fri, Dec 20, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:40am EST
Mon, Dec 30, 2024 - 12:00pm to 01:40pm EST
Sat, Jan 04, 2025 - 02:00pm to 03:40pm EST
Thu, Jan 23, 2025 - 04:00pm to 05:40pm EST
Wed, Feb 12, 2025 - 10:00am to 11:40am EST
Fri, Feb 21, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:40pm EST
Sat, Mar 08, 2025 - 02:00pm to 03:40pm EST
Fri, Mar 28, 2025 - 04:00pm to 05:40pm EDT
Thu, Apr 10, 2025 - 10:00am to 11:40am EDT
Fri, Apr 25, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:40pm EDT
Tue, May 06, 2025 - 07:00pm to 08:40pm EDT
Sat, May 17, 2025 - 04:00pm to 05:40pm EDT

Additional Info

Basic Course Information

Prerequisites Fundamental understanding of basic business technologies
Advanced Preparation None
Designed For

Business professionals desiring to improve efficiency and accuracy through automation

 


Original Recording Date

05/01/2024

 


Yellow Book No
Course Developer K2 Enterprises
Date Added to Catalog 02/02/2024

Additional Information

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Instructional Delivery Method

Group Internet Based


Course Registration Requirements

Online Registration


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