Automation was already expected to wipe out millions of jobs. The pandemic has accelerated their demise. Nearly 9 million workers switched occupations during the health crisis – from 2019 to 2022 – 50% more than in the prior three years, according to a new study by McKinsey Global Institute. Most left low-wage jobs in food…
Automation is the backbone of DevOps. By facilitating seamless integration and continuous delivery, it revolutionizes the ways organizations deliver software, products and services. When applied correctly, automation can significantly enhance productivity, reduce time-to-market, improve software quality and minimize the risk of human error. A range of automation tools support these goals, each tailored to a…
“Automation” is easily a favorite word in any CPA’s dictionary. When you automate your processes, you not only save time (and money), you can increase your capacity to take on more work. Since automation in the accounting profession has been a huge win for CPA firms, it’s no surprise that most of us are automating…
Circle Squared Alternative Investments founder Jeff Sica discusses the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence on ‘Varney & Co.’ Women are more likely to lose their jobs amid artificial intelligence and automation growth than men, according to a recent report. The McKinsey Global Institute study on generative AI and the future of work in America found…
There are a growing set of essential business processes for which security and IT operations teams share accountability. Unfortunately, their ability to partner often falls short of what’s needed. Conflicting priorities, cultural differences, and process blind spots have led to systemic inefficiencies, IT risk, and at times, friction between the two teams. Given their growing…
Head over to our on-demand library to view sessions from VB Transform 2023. Register Here A new survey from Salesforce has revealed that AI and automation will be critical drivers for enterprise IT teams as they contend with growing demands of a turbulent macroeconomic environment. The research, conducted between February and April 2023, involved 4,000…
As software development becomes more demanding and competitive, teams strive to deliver high-quality applications as quickly and efficiently as possible. DevOps automation makes this goal achievable by promoting collaboration between development and operations teams, minimizing manual tasks, and streamlining processes. In this guide, we will dive deeper into what DevOps automation is. We will also…
It’s a hands-free hand-off as firms look to modernize their accounts payable (AP) payments processes. That’s because, in a consumer landscape where everything has gone digital and the benefits are obvious, businesses are increasingly starting to question why it seems like they are the only ones left still using paper checks. And they are increasingly…
