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SUMMARY:NetSuite & the Price of “No-Cost” Business Tools
DESCRIPTION:While low- or no-cost software solutions may seem attractive initially\, they often come with hidden costs and limitations that can impact your business in the long run. Join us for an eye-opening discussion on the total cost of ownership (TCO) for enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems\, including the hidden costs of change and “no-cost” solutions. We’ll explore how choosing a best-fit ERP system can actually help save resources while providing scalability\, security\, and comprehensive functionality for your organization. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUpon completion of this program\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nRecognize how to evaluate the TCO when choosing between paid and low-cost ERP options.\n\n\n\nCompare key features and limitations between NetSuite and alternative solutions.\n\n\n\nIdentify potential risks and long-term implications of choosing an inefficient business system.\n\n\n\n\nCPE Information\n\n\n\n1.00 CPE Credit (pending approval)\n\n\n\nOne CPE credit (pending approval) in the Computer Software and Applications field of study may be awarded upon verification of participant attendance\, during live broadcast.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/netsuite-the-price-of-no-cost-business-tools/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computer Software and Applications
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SUMMARY:What India’s 2025-26 Budget could mean for its economy
DESCRIPTION:The presentation of India’s annual Budget by the Finance Minister on February 1\, 2025\, comes amidst ongoing growth-oriented reforms that have been introduced over the past few years. The Budget is expected to focus on boosting public spending\, fiscal consolidation\, fostering investment-driven growth\, and incentivizing private sector investments. Tax policy is expected to continue to focus on simplifying the tax system\, reducing tax disputes and litigation\, and enhancing taxpayer services and certainty. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this webcast\, during which our senior EY tax and policy professionals will help decode the fine print of the 2025-26 India Budget\, covering direct tax and indirect tax proposals as well as macroeconomic and policy announcements. \n\n\n\nPanelists\n\n\n\n\nSameer Gupta\, Partner and Tax Leader\, Ernst & Young LLP (India)\n\n\n\nPranav Sayta\, Partner and Leader – International Tax and Transaction Services\, Ernst & Young LLP (India)\n\n\n\nUday Pimprikar\, Partner and Leader – Indirect Tax\, Ernst & Young LLP (India)\n\n\n\n\nModerator\n\n\n\n\nJonny Lindroos\, Partner\, National Tax – International Tax and Transaction Services\, Ernst & Young LLP (US)\n\n\n\n\nEY webcast managed and produced by Ernst & Young LLP’s Tax Technical Knowledge Services Group\, Washington\, DC: Lynn Fairfax
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/what-indias-2025-26-budget-could-mean-for-its-economy/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized Knowledge
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SUMMARY:State of Generative AI in the Enterprise Q4
DESCRIPTION:Since Deloitte published the State of Generative AI in the Enterprise quarterly report series in January 2024\, we’ve seen the pace of Generative AI (GenAI) adoption continue to move rapidly. In the final edition of the report\, we see business leaders zeroing in on how GenAI can help them achieve their goals and generate the future of their organization. We’ll discuss: \n\n\n\nThe rising interest and development of Agentic AI \n\n\n\nBarriers hindering deployment of GenAI tools \n\n\n\nGenAI scaling varying across business areas
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/state-of-generative-ai-in-the-enterprise-q4/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T130000
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SUMMARY:Sustainability reporting: US landscape
DESCRIPTION:Webcast overview\n\n\n\nIn this webcast\, sustainability reporting specialists from our Department of Professional Practice discuss the US regulatory landscape with a focus on California’s climate laws. \n\n\n\nApplicability\n\n\n\n\nAll US companies and others doing business in California\n\n\n\n\nEvent contents\n\n\n\nEffective dates \n\n\n\nScope \n\n\n\nGHG emissions \n\n\n\nClimate risks \n\n\n\nCarbon credits
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/sustainability-reporting-us-landscape/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized Knowledge
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SUMMARY:A Business Case for Insurers: Approaching Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Event details\n\n\n\nInsurance carriers can consider sustainability in much the same way they consider other risks. \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, Crowe specialists will explore key factors shaping sustainability within the industry\, including implications of effective capital and risk management\, evolving regulations in domestic and international markets\, and the growing preferences of investors and stakeholders. They will also examine the regulatory landscape\, highlighting the impacts of European regulations on U.S. firms and facts that might influence future developments. \n\n\n\nYou should leave this session with the ability to: \n\n\n\n\nDescribe what sustainability means for your insurance business\n\n\n\nAssess how regulators think about sustainability and what it might mean for future regulations\n\n\n\nDemonstrate practical actions firms can take to foster a culture of sustainability\n\n\n\n\nContinuing professional education\n\n\n\nPrerequisites: None \n\n\n\nProgram level: Overview \n\n\n\nAdvance preparation: None \n\n\n\nDelivery method: Webinar (group internet based) \n\n\n\nField of study: Specialized knowledge \n\n\n\nThis session is recommended for 1.0 hour of CPE credit. \n\n\n\nNote: All participants MUST be logged into the webinar INDIVIDUALLY to receive CPE credit. CPE credit will only be granted in the name of the individual logged into the LIVE presentation. Crowe is unable to grant CPE credit for groups viewing the webinar or for viewing on-demand recordings of the webinar. \n\n\n\nThere is no registration fee for participating in this webinar; therefore\, there is no cancellation fee. \n\n\n\nAdditional CPE information \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nBoard members\, chief accounting officers\, chief audit executives\, chief compliance officers\, chief executive officers\, chief financial officers\, chief operations officers\, chief risk officers\, chief strategy officers\, compliance executives\, executive directors\, finance directors\, finance executives\, financial operations executives\, financial reporting directors\, internal audit directors\, internal audit professionals\, justice and public safety officials\, managing directors\, managing partners\, operating partners\, operations executives\, and risk executives \n\n\n\nPresenters\n\n\n\nHeather Gagnon\, Managing Director\, Consulting\, Crowe LLP \n\n\n\nDan Spreckley\, Consulting\, Crowe UK \n\n\n\nAdditional information\n\n\n\nFor additional information\, please contact Jonathan Losey.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/a-business-case-for-insurers-approaching-sustainability/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized Knowledge
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SUMMARY:GASB 87 & 96 Audit Preparation Roundtable: Streamline Your Compliance Journey
DESCRIPTION:Learning Objectives\n\n\n\n\nUnderstand the key requirements of GASB 87 & 96 and its implications for lease accounting audits.\n\n\n\nLearn best practices for data collection\, lease classification\, and internal controls.\n\n\n\nEnhance your understanding of effective communication and documentation strategies for successful audits.\n\n\n\nGain insights into the latest industry trends and developments in GASB lease accounting.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/gasb-87-96-audit-preparation-roundtable-streamline-your-compliance-journey/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T140000
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SUMMARY:Bridging the Gap: Leveraging the New Internal Audit Standards to Elevate Value and Cross-Functional Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:The Details\n\n\n\nEarlier this year\, the Institute of Internal Auditors released updated standards to reflect a greater emphasis on internal audit quality\, strategy\, use of technology\, and cross-functional collaboration. The IIA hopes that compliance with the new standards will foster an integrated risk management and compliance approach that strengthens resilience and aligns organizations with best practices. This shift toward deeper collaboration across departments creates a foundation for a more unified and effective risk management strategy. \n\n\n\nPlease join members of our CohnReznick Risk Advisory team and internal audit leaders as they explore the impact of the updated standards and the potential value that adoption of the new standards can drive across organizations in terms of improved communication\, streamlining processes\, and creating a cohesive response to emerging risks. \n\n\n\nTopics to be discussed include: \n\n\n\n\nAn overview of the key changes to the IIA standards and their impact on your organization\n\n\n\nHow aligning internal audit\, risk management\, and compliance strengthens governance and creates a holistic view of risk\n\n\n\nThe strategic role of internal audit in facilitating communication and collaboration between departments\n\n\n\nStrategies for implementing cross-functional practices that drive compliance efficiency\, transparency\, and stronger risk management\n\n\n\nTools and frameworks that support cross-functional communication\n\n\n\nAdvantages of adopting the IIA standards\n\n\n\n\nLive webinar participants are anticipated to qualify for 1 CPE credit in the Information Technology field of study. 
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/bridging-the-gap-leveraging-the-new-internal-audit-standards-to-elevate-value-and-cross-functional-collaboration/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Technology
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SUMMARY:Real Estate and Construction Essentials: Navigating tech\, AI\, and analytics trends
DESCRIPTION:As a leader in the construction and real estate industries\, you’ve navigated a lot of change in the last few years. Whether you’re looking for a technical tax update or the latest in business analytics trends\, we’re here to help. Hear from our nationally recognized construction and real estate experts on the essentials you need to know to keep growing your business. Register now. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives:\n\n\n\n\nDescribe the technology landscape and how to differentiate it.\n\n\n\nUnderstand the buying process and know what questions to consider.\n\n\n\nLearn how to maximize your investment by taking advantage of current systems and protecting yourself from the constant change of the vendor landscape.\n\n\n\nUnderstand the current AI outlook and proactive solutions for the near future.\n\n\n\n\nFor more information regarding program cancellation policies\, please visit our webinar website or contact our offices at 248-352-2500. \n\n\n\nStaff wishing to express complaints regarding this training should contact the Learning Team at 248-223-3881. \n\n\n\nPlante & Moran\, PLLC\, is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors\, 150 Fourth Avenue North\, Suite 700\, Nashville\, TN 37219-2417 or by visiting the website: nasba.org
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/real-estate-and-construction-essentials-navigating-tech-ai-and-analytics-trends/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Technology
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SUMMARY:IPO audit readiness for technology companies: Key steps for a successful transition
DESCRIPTION:Event overview\n\n\n\nFor technology companies\, embarking on the journey to go public requires thorough preparation\, especially when it comes to audit readiness. This webcast will guide you through critical steps to ensure your financial reporting\, internal controls and compliance processes are IPO-ready. \n\n\n\nOur audit and IPO readiness technology industry leaders will share insights on aligning with regulatory requirements\, navigating common challenges\, and positioning your organization for a smooth and successful IPO process. Additionally\, we’ll explore the importance of directors and officers (D&O) insurance as part of your risk management strategy to protect leadership during and after the IPO process. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenters\n\n\n\nBenjamin Shappell  |  Partner\, Technology Assurance Leader  |  RSM \n\n\n\nRob McDonald  |  Partner\, Technology Tax Leader  |  RSM \n\n\n\nJustin Krieger  |  Business Development Director  |  RSM \n\n\n\nMike Korzonkiewicz  |  Financial Consulting Partner\, Public Company Solutions  |  RSM \n\n\n\nJennifer A. Sharkey  |  National Managing Director and Northeast Regional President\,Executive & Financial Risk Practice  |  Gallagher
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/ipo-audit-readiness-for-technology-companies-key-steps-for-a-successful-transition/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T150000
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SUMMARY:Micro-Captive Final Regulations: Implications for Dealers
DESCRIPTION:On January 14\, 2025\, the IRS published final regulations on micro-captive transactions. The updated regulations are pertinent to automotive dealerships and other organizations that leverage reinsurance entities. Join Forvis Mazars for a CPE-eligible webinar to understand the history of the micro-captive rules\, gain insights into the final regulations\, and learn how to implement the regulations for your dealership. Those participating in an automotive F&I reinsurance entity should understand how these newly finalized regulations may impact their business and potentially create new or additional reporting requirements depending on how their arrangement is classified by the IRS. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUpon completion of this program\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nRecognize the original proposed micro-captive regulations and the history of the IRS’ stance on these types of entities.\n\n\n\nIdentify and understand the newly finalized regulations and how micro-captive entities are classified by the IRS (listed transaction\, transaction of interest\, or exempt from the regulations under the Seller’s Captive exception).\n\n\n\nApply final regulations to micro-captive entities to help comply with applicable reporting requirements moving forward.\n\n\n\n\nCPE Information\n\n\n\n1.00 CPE Credit (pending approval)\n\n\n\nOne CPE credit (pending approval) in the Taxes field of study may be awarded upon verification of participant attendance\, during live broadcast.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/micro-captive-final-regulations-implications-for-dealers/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Taxes
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