K2's Automation - Beyond The Basics With The Microsoft Power Platform
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price $79.00
Non-Member Price $109.00
Overview
This session isfor accounting professionals aiming to enhance their automation expertise with the low-code/no-code tools in Microsoft Power Apps and Power Automate. Participants will explore techniques to create simple workflows and develop custom applications, including "describe it to design it." The session focuses on automating processes, such as approvals, workflow automation, and data manipulation, while accessing and utilizing data from Microsoft Fabric and external databases. Attendees will learn about different types of workflows and the platform's tools for Robotic Process Automation (RPA). Further, they will leave with a better understanding of the Power Platform so they can drive digital transformation in their organizations.
Objectives
- Design workflows in Power Automate for automating approvals and basic workflows
- Understand and describe how diverse data sources, including Microsoft Dataverse, can be incorporated into process automation solutions
- Name one of the demonstrated tools used to address specific automation requirements efficiently and accurately
Highlights
- Explanation and demonstration of the use of a wide range of automation tools with a focus on low-code/no-code
- Practical examples of real-world applications for Power Platform tools - such as Power Apps and Power Automate, as well as integration into Microsoft Fabric and other solutions
- Challenges and risks of automating business processes
Designed For
Business professionals responsible for creating, maintaining, or auditing automated workflows
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of fundamental information technology concepts
Preparation
None
Notice
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Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Thomas Stephens Jr., Shareholder, K2 Enterprises, LLC
Tommy Stephens received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree (Major in Accounting) from Auburn University in 1985. In 1992, he earned a Master of Science degree (Major in Finance) from Georgia State University in Atlanta. Presently, Tommy is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Information Technology Professional, and a Chartered Global Management Accountant.
During his professional career, Tommy has gained valuable experience in a variety of positions, including:
• Working as an auditor and technology consultant for an Atlanta-based public accounting firm; • Leading an Internal Audit staff and managing a Cost Accounting team for a Fortune 500 company; • Serving as a Chief Financial Officer for an international engineering organization; and • Founding and managing his public accounting firm that provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to individuals and a variety of small and emerging businesses.
In 1995, Tommy began authoring and presenting continuing professional education courses to accounting and finance professionals. In 2003, he affiliated with K2 Enterprises, and in 2007, he joined the firm as a partner. Over the past twenty-seven years, Tommy has presented over 2,900 educational sessions to over 73,000 participants throughout the United States and Canada.
Tommy maintains professional memberships with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. Additionally, he is a past member of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
Non-Member Price $109.00
Member Price $79.00