Emergence of the "Virtual CPA Firm" gains momentum

When it comes to adopting new technologies, many CPA's haven't exactly been early arrivals to the party.  But, gradually more are seeing the light and finally entering the digital age in this fast-changing world we live in. We're seeing the emergence of more "virtual firms" that make the "bricks-and-mortar" building locations less necessary.

This evolution in how many of us as CPA's deliver client services has been made possible entirely by new technologies which become the foundation and epicenter of our practice. At the core of this business model is cloud based applications, portals, mobile apps, access to extensive web-based research and training resources, electronic document storage and a variety of communication mediums such as Skype, Face time, and Google and other platforms that allow anytime, anywhere access from regardless of location in the world. Within this new digital ecosystem, clients, professionals and staff can all collaborate much more effectively.

It has been my experience that all of these tools used together by a technologically progressive CPA serves to enhance the total client experience in receiving convenient, efficient, customized solutions that fulfill their needs. After more than a quarter century in the accounting profession, being involved in these trends has revolutionized my practice in a profoundly positive way - as I'm sure it has for many other CPA's

Lester R. Bahr, CPA