Tech Update – A 2020 Vision
Total Credits: 2 including 2 Computer Software & Applications - Non-technical
- Average Rating:
- 4.6
- Category:
- ACPEN Industry Institute | Industry
- Faculty:
- Randolph P. (Randy) Johnston
- Course Levels:
- Intermediate
- Duration:
- 2 Hour
- License:
- Access for 30 day(s) after program date.
Description
You know where technology has been, but where is it headed? What technologies are coming that would be useful to you and to your company? You’ve heard about 5G, WiFi6, and collaboration, but what products work to make this practical? This session has the breadth, depth, and recommendations to help you understand what is in the market and what is working so that you can make informed decisions. Attend this session to learn how using the right hardware and software can improve your business and your everyday life.
Basic Course Information
Learning ObjectivesUpon completing this session, you should be able to:
- Select current technologies from a list
- List current communications choices
- Differentiate between key products and able competitors
- Create a tactical technology plan
Major Subjects
- Hardware trends
- Software innovations
- Communication and collaboration tools
- Unusual technologies you might have missed
- Key products to consider for implementation
Course Materials
| Important CPE Credit Instructions_READ BEFORE WEBCAST UPDATED (0.47 MB) | Available after Purchase | ||
| Tech Update – A 2020 Vision Handout (8.1 MB) | Available after Purchase |
Faculty
Randolph P. (Randy) Johnston Related seminars and products: 7
Randy Johnston is a nationally recognized educator, consultant, and writer with over 30 years experience in Strategic Technology Planning, Accounting Software Selection, Paperless, Systems and Network Integration, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning, Business Development and Management, Process Engineering and outsourced managed services.
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EXPERIENCE |
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K2 Enterprises (K2E.com) 1990 – Present Hammond, LA |
Executive Vice President, Shareholder – Nation’s leading technology CPE provider to CPA professionals. Consults to high profile technology vendors. Delivers national seminars to CPAs, business groups and IT leaders on technologies in accounting, healthcare and banking. Creates and presents seminars and articles on 30+ technology topics including CPA Firm Technology, Cloud, Paperless, Business Continuity, Accounting Software and Business Strategies leveraging technology. |
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Network Management Group, Inc. (NMGI.com) 1983 – Present Hutchinson, KS |
Chairman & CEO, Stockholder – Consults and specializes in Strategic Technology including planning, selection and implementation. Expertise: CPA Firm Technology and strategy; Paperless; Accounting Software, Business Intelligence and CRM; Infrastructure including: Cloud, Business Continuity, Virtualization, Backup, and remote management. |
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Hutchinson Community College |
Department Chair, Professor, Adjunct - Mathematics & MIS Depts. Designed and taught courses in all areas of mathematics & computing. |
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Professional Data Services |
Programmer and system designer - Developed a medical system including the first paperless claims in Kansas, appointments and collection systems. Owned ComputerLand, Entre’ and Connecting Point stores, received first IBM PC and first Compaq in Kansas. |
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Farmland Industries |
Programmer and system designer - Developed and maintained P&L, Credit Union and Feedlot accounting |
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EDUCATION |
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Hutchinson Community College, 1975 |
A.A. in Computer Science, Math |
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Kansas State University,1977 |
B.S., summa cum laude, in C.S., Math, Science |
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Wichita State University, 1981 |
Masters of Computer Science, 60+ post graduate hours |
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS |
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Accounting Today |
Listed as one of the 2004-2013 Top 100 Most Influential People |
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CPA Practice Advisor |
Accounting Hall of Fame 2011, Top 25 Thought Leader 2011-2014 |
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Accounting Technology |
Listed as one of the top nine technology stars in the industry |
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AICPA Technology Conference |
Past Chair and featured Speaker for the past 28 years. |
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Who’s Who in Business & Industry – 1990-2013; in Computing 1987-2013 |
Acknowledged as leading business professional and as a leading computing professional |
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CERTIFICATIONS |
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Microsoft Corporation |
Microsoft Certified Professional – MCP |
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Novell Corporation |
Certified Network Administrator – CNA |
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AutoDesk, 3Com, Entre’ |
Certified CAD specialist, Network Professional, Data Communications |
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PUBLICATIONS |
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Various publications 1978 - Present |
CPA Practice Advisor monthly columnist, Journal of Accountancy, CRN, Accounting Technology, PCWeek, InfoWorld, Interface, State Society newsletters, frequent quotes in accounting and computer press. |
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Mitchell Publishing - 1981 |
Basic Using Micros |
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Random House - 1982 |
Business Computing Systems |
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McGraw Hill - 1984 |
Computers: An Introduction |
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John Wiley & Sons Publishing - 2002 |
Technology Best Practices |
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K2 Enterprises – 2003-2012 |
Accounting Software Solutions |
Dates
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Wed, Mar 03, 2021 - 10:00am to 11:49am EST
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Mon, Mar 22, 2021 - 12:00pm to 01:49pm EDT
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Mon, Apr 05, 2021 - 02:00pm to 03:49pm EDT
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Tue, Apr 27, 2021 - 04:00pm to 05:49pm EDT
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Wed, May 05, 2021 - 10:00am to 11:49am EDT
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Sat, May 22, 2021 - 12:00pm to 01:49pm EDT
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Tue, Jun 01, 2021 - 02:00pm to 03:49pm EDT
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Mon, Jun 14, 2021 - 04:00pm to 05:49pm EDT
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Thu, Jul 01, 2021 - 10:00am to 11:49am EDT
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Tue, Jul 27, 2021 - 12:00pm to 01:49pm EDT
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Tue, Aug 03, 2021 - 02:00pm to 03:49pm EDT
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Mon, Aug 16, 2021 - 04:00pm to 05:49pm EDT
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Fri, Sep 10, 2021 - 10:00am to 11:49am EDT
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Tue, Sep 28, 2021 - 12:00pm to 01:49pm EDT
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Thu, Oct 07, 2021 - 02:00pm to 03:49pm EDT
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Wed, Oct 20, 2021 - 04:00pm to 05:49pm EDT
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Tue, Nov 02, 2021 - 10:00am to 11:49am EDT
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Wed, Nov 17, 2021 - 12:00pm to 01:49pm EST
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Wed, Dec 15, 2021 - 02:00pm to 03:49pm EST
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Mon, Dec 27, 2021 - 04:00pm to 05:49pm EST
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Additional Info
Basic Course Information
Original Recording Date 06/01/2020Date Added to Catalog 06/17/2020
Prerequisites None
Advanced Preparation None
Designed For All
Course Developer K2 Enterprises
Yellow Book No
Additional Information
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