K2's Building A Cutting-Edge Virtual Office
Course Information
4
CPE Credits
4-Hour Course
Computer Software and Applications (4 Credits)
No
Prerequisites
Basic
Program Level
No
Preparation
Course Information
4
CPE Credits
4-Hour Course
Computer Software and Applications (4 Credits)
No
Prerequisites
Basic
Program Level
No
Preparation
Major Topics
Small businesses have unique and specific technology needs, including those around remote access. Whether team members need remote access to desktops, data, voice services, instant messaging, or Cloud-based services, sometimes the list of available options can be overwhelming!
In this course, you will learn about practical solutions for facilitating remote access in small businesses. Among other items, included in this program is a detailed review of various solutions to provide remote access to a desktop, how to work securely from remote locations, key considerations when selecting Cloud-based solutions, and how to facilitate communication and collaboration in remote environments.
Course Description
The Internet and mobile technologies have revolutionized the way that businesses operate. We are no longer constrained by having to work in a specific location or during typical business hours. Instead, organizations can now effectively communicate and do business with customers and staff based anywhere in the world. One of the most critical aspects of this changing workplace is the virtual office, which allows a user to work anywhere in the world.
This course helps you identify how an organization can improve collaboration, communication, and operations by implementing virtual office technology. We’ll look at solutions to simplify and streamline communications, business process management, going paperless, and more. We’ll also cover the benefits and risks of implementing a virtual workplace and discuss innovative technologies you can use to revolutionize your organization.
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this course, you should be able to:
- Identify the characteristics of the virtual office and describe how the different components work independently and together
- Determine what technology should be implemented into your organization to build your own virtual office
- Compare various virtual collaboration tools and determine which tools would be a good fit for your organization
- Identify and utilize fantastic new apps, websites, and services to gain efficiency in your personal life and better meet organizational needs
- Contrast the benefits and drawbacks of the virtual office and telecommuting
- Identify how to implement a unified communication platform using Google Workspace, Microsoft 365 (including Teams), or a custom solution
Who is the course for?
CPAs and other business professionals who are interested in improving office production and efficiency.
Instructional Delivery Method
Group-live demo and discussion.