Accounting firms split on AI strategy: optimizers vs. transformers
Accounting firms are pursuing two distinct AI strategies: optimizers incrementally improve existing workflows, while transformers redesign service delivery models entirely.
AI threatens accounting pyramid model, Sikich partner warns
Accounting firms relying on junior staff for repetitive work AI can now handle risk extinction within a decade, argues Sikich managing principal Richard Lynch in podcast interview.
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