Jan 24, 2025

Other news and construction management platform Tractics are partnering to integrate Sage Intacct Construction and the Tractics construction management platform, providing heavy civil contractors a comprehensive solution for managing financial and operational data from the field to the office. This integration offers real-time data visibility, streamlines workflows, and simplifies accounting processes for improved efficiency. … Business solutions provider Ben Plewes BA (Hons) LBIPP Spend management solution provider lets businesses store cash in a business account that earns 2.5% interest, or in an investment account with the potential for higher yields, all within the same platform they already use to pay their bills. Users can create as many business accounts as they need versus having to juggle multiple accounts and passwords. They can also set a target balance for their Ramp Business Account and top up from their checking account. Upon opening a Ramp Business Account, Ramp will pay users a monthly cash reward, calculated as a percentage of their deposited funds. They begin earning on the first dollar they deposit, and there is no cap to how much they can earn. Earnings are disbursed automatically by Ramp each month. Earnings are paid as cash, versus statement credits or rewards requiring redemption. Instead, the customer can transfer earnings from their Ramp Business Account to be used as cash elsewhere. Caseware buys AI document management startup Accounting and auditing analytics software company ) Extractly offers the ability to automatically extract and integrate data from digital or scanned documents, including handwritten notes, into one's workpapers and documents. It also features smart data linking to reduce the need for manual searching and data extraction. The program offers support for text in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and German. Users have the ability to click on any cell in an Excel workpaper to navigate to the exact location in the linked document where the data originated. Users can redact sensitive information, highlight relevant links and flexibly restructure data. An AutoSum feature can automatically verify data within documents. Other features include analytics and metrics tracking; and varied permissions tailored to different roles within a team. FloQuast achieves ISO 42001 certification on AI systems The Muse , the globally recognized standard for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). The certification provides a structured framework for organizations to govern AI development and use ethically, transparently, and in accordance with international best practices. FloQast's ISO 42001 certification was achieved following a rigorous external audit, where FloQast's AI systems, governance policies, and risk management practices were evaluated to ensure compliance with the standard. FloQast's ISO 42001 certification highlights the organization's investment in ethical AI development practices, risk management, and customer-centric innovation. CPAClub launches AI-powered CPAClub Coach Accounting talent solutions provider announced the release of its new CPAClub Coach, which is touted as an AI-powered advisor combined with live CPA expertise. CPAClub Coach is designed to bridge the talent gap in accounting by integrating artificial intelligence with live expert support, offering members personalized coaching as well as standards-based guidance on both accounting and audit-related questions. Members also have access to experienced professionals for more complex issues. Based on members' inquiries, CPAClub Coach may recommend specific nano-learning courses from a custom-developed, growing library, promoting professional growth and reducing the reliance on overburdened supervisors. CPAClub also touted its library of resources for complying with AICPA's Statement on Quality Management Standards (SQMS) and PCAOB QC 1000. Both the SQMS and PCAOB QC 1000 must be implemented by December 15, 2025, marking a significant shift in how firms approach quality management. CPAClub pointed to its expanded partnership with Caseware to author these resources to be integrated into the  Caseware SQM application.