Digital
Is Your Firm Achieving Digital Growth?
A look at your firm’s digital growth journey. (Last Updated August 8, 2023) Some accounting firms have committed to digital transformation, spending the last five, even 10 years adopting new technology and creating a digital-friendly environment. While firms like that exist and are arguably leading the market, many firms have barely even begun. The COVID-19…
Read MoreWhy is Digital Strategy Important?
(Page Updated on August 14, 2023) There is no shortage of buzz around the idea of a digital strategy in 2023. Firms are being encouraged on all sides to “embrace digital” as part of their 2024 budgets. It is important to understand why. Why is Digital Strategy So Important? Digital is the platform with which…
Read MoreThe Importance of a Digital Culture to Digital Transformation
Firms that don’t embrace digital transformation don’t just risk being left behind – they will be left behind. If your firm wants to remain competitive in the years to come, embracing digital technologies, processes, and culture is non-negotiable. While technology is a key force in any digital transformation, it’s far from the only consideration. Technology is…
Read MoreCreating a Content Culture
In today’s ever-more competitive accounting industry, a content culture is no longer a ‘nice-to-have’: it’s a prerequisite for success. Firms continue to seek out ways to differentiate: spinning up niche practices, expanding into new markets, redesigning their website, and more. All of these are valid and effective, but there’s one route many firms are not…
Read MoreDigital Deep Dive Summit 2023: A Recap
Last month saw the return of the popular Digital Deep Dive Summit: the only digital summit created exclusively for accounting firms. Held in Atlanta, GA, the completely sold out conference brought together digital leaders from dozens of the nation’s top accounting firms. Participants heard from a variety of industry experts and discovered actionable strategies to…
Read MoreThe Value of Creating Original Content
Creating meaningful content has always represented a strategy for accounting firms to build differentiation and stand apart from their peers. But in our increasingly digital world, a winning content strategy is more important than ever before. Today, there are many platforms, alliances, and agencies where an accounting firm can go to buy content. Many firms…
Read More5 Ways to Optimize Your Website in 2023
A website is an integral part of any accounting firm. It represents the virtual front door of your business, a digital storefront for potential clients to discover the services your firm offers and learn about your values. When it comes to business development, a well-designed accounting firm website is an invaluable asset. Done right, your…
Read MoreWhat Does It Mean for an Accounting Firm to be Data-Driven?
The accounting industry is going through a period of profound change. While relationships remain important from a business development perspective, data is now the real currency for firms seeking to fuel sustained growth. The more sophisticated an accounting firm becomes in its ability to collect, analyze, and leverage data, the faster it will unlock key…
Read MoreDigital Deep Dive Summit helps Accounting Firms’ Digital Transformations
Only event of its kind for marketing, BD, and firm leaders driving digital CLEVELAND, Ohio (November 16, 2022) – Winding River Consulting (WRC) is partnering with the Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) for the annual Digital Deep Dive Summit (DDD) being held March 28-29, 2023 at The Kimpton Shane Hotel in Atlanta, GA. The Summit…
Read MoreFive Ways to Track the ROI of Digital Investments
If you’re in a leadership role at an accounting firm, chances are you’re familiar with the importance of investing in digital. In fact, 83% of accounting leaders agree that technology and digitization investments are necessary to keep pace with a changing market. Firms that fail to make the right investments run the risk of fading…
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