Business Technology Report 2023 – Do businesses that adopt AI outperform those that don't?

Business Technology Report 2023 – Do businesses that adopt AI outperform those that don't?

Author: CPA Australia September 5, 2023 Duration: 19:19

Do businesses using AI outperform those that don't? What AI tools are accountants using? 

Our subject matter experts answer these questions and more as they break down CPA Australia's third annual Business Technology Report, a survey of technology used by businesses in the Asia-Pacific. 

Host: Simon Downes, External Affairs Lead, CPA Australia

Guest: Gavan Ord, Business Investment Policy Manager, CPA Australia

Read CPA Australia Business Technology Report 2023 for the full findings of our survey.

The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) has detailed information about the Essential Eight cybersecurity risk mitigation strategies. 

CPA Australia member benefits, tools, guides and links for technology and cybersecurity are available on our website.

CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: 

Search for them in your podcast app. 

You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au


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