Taming the mess with bespoke AI
The real world is messy. For thousands of years, accountants have been there to tame that mess. Just as computers led to an explosion in the volume and complexity of data and insights that were achievable, AI now promises to do the same. But AI is so much more than ChatGPT and Large Language Models. Grant Thornton UK’s research lab has designed their own AI architecture for accounting data, accessing unprecedented levels of depth and relational richness inside the debits and credits. This session introduces the lab and presents their AI’s spooky ability to find missing transactions in a general ledger.
When time saved isn’t money made: Rethinking value in the age of AI
AI promises to make accountants faster, smarter and more efficient, but what happens when efficiency eats into your revenue model? This session dives into the uncomfortable but essential truth: saving time doesn’t automatically mean making more money.
Join a panel of forward-thinking firms and technology leaders as they unpack what AI really means for pricing, profitability and client value. From mid-market practices to VC-backed firms with diverse tech stacks, we’ll explore how to reprice, reposition and rethink the way firms capture value in a world where AI is quietly rewriting the economics of accounting.
Technology, ethics and accountability: What modern accountancy demands
Technology is changing how you work, but it does not change your ethical responsibilities. As new systems and AI-enabled tools become part of everyday practice, ethical codes now place greater emphasis on how technology is selected, used and overseen. This session explains what those changes mean in practice. Using real-world scenarios, Julia explores situations where technology can unintentionally compromise ethical standards, and sets out practical steps you can take to manage risk, maintain accountability and avoid ethical breaches.