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K2’s Collaboration – Best Platforms And Practices


Total Credits: 2 including 2 Information Technology - Technical

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ACPEN Industry Institute |  Technology
Faculty:
Thomas G. Stephens Jr., CPA.CITP, CGMA
Course Levels:
Intermediate
Duration:
2 Hours
License:
Expires 30 day(s) after program date.

Dates
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Description

Collaboration remains one of today's hottest topics. Technology has fueled today's collaboration options, and work-from anywhere environments virtually demand collaboration platforms. In this session, you will learn today's best tools and practices to facilitate more effective collaboration in your organization. In this session, you will learn about today's mainstream collaboration platforms & Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Zoho - and how these options are similar and differ. You will also learn about other collaboration options, including Slack, Zoom, and Webex, and you can incorporate these tools into your collaboration environments. Further, you will learn about some of the best practices and procedures that must be in place to optimize your collaborative environments and experiences.

Basic Course Information

Learning Objectives
  • List at least three drivers for today's collaboration needs
  • Differentiate between key technology providers in the field of collaboration
  • Specify examples of policies and procedures that can enhance collaborative efforts
  • Name key benefits and risks associated with collaboration

Major Subjects
  • The primary drivers of collaboration
  • Who are the leading collaboration technology providers
  • Why collaboration sometimes fails
  • Best practices to facilitate collaboration
  • Today's leading collaboration providers and tools

Course Materials

Faculty

Thomas G. Stephens Jr., CPA.CITP, CGMA's Profile

Thomas G. Stephens Jr., CPA.CITP, CGMA Related Seminars and Products

Shareholder

K2 Enterprises


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. To date, he has lectured internationally on subjects such as internal controls for small businesses, technology strategies, computer hardware and software applications, tax strategies and compliance, and financial accounting standards and applications. Over the past twenty-nine years, Tommy has presented over 3,200 educational sessions to over 82,000 participants throughout the United States and Canada.

Presently, Tommy resides in Woodstock, Georgia, where he enjoys an active personal life with his wife. His hobbies include snow skiing, fishing, running, and other outdoor activities. Tommy maintains professional memberships with the AICPA and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. Additionally, he is a past member of the Institute of Internal Auditors.


Dates

Mon, Jun 16, 2025 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm CDT
Wed, Jun 25, 2025 - 04:00pm to 06:00pm CDT
Mon, Jul 07, 2025 - 08:00am to 10:00am CDT
Thu, Jul 17, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm CDT
Wed, Aug 06, 2025 - 12:00pm to 02:00pm CDT
Tue, Aug 26, 2025 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm CDT
Tue, Sep 02, 2025 - 04:00pm to 06:00pm CDT
Wed, Sep 24, 2025 - 08:00am to 10:00am CDT
Sat, Oct 11, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm CDT
Tue, Oct 21, 2025 - 06:00pm to 08:00pm CDT
Thu, Nov 06, 2025 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm CST
Tue, Nov 25, 2025 - 04:00pm to 06:00pm CST
Tue, Dec 02, 2025 - 08:00am to 10:00am CST
Wed, Dec 10, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm CST
Sat, Dec 20, 2025 - 12:00pm to 02:00pm CST
Mon, Jan 05, 2026 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm CST
Tue, Jan 20, 2026 - 06:00pm to 08:00pm CST
Sat, Feb 07, 2026 - 08:00am to 10:00am CST
Mon, Feb 23, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm CST
Thu, Mar 12, 2026 - 12:00pm to 02:00pm CDT
Mon, Mar 23, 2026 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm CDT
Thu, Apr 09, 2026 - 04:00pm to 06:00pm CDT
Tue, Apr 21, 2026 - 08:00am to 10:00am CDT
Wed, May 06, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm CDT
Tue, May 26, 2026 - 06:00pm to 08:00pm CDT

Additional Info

Basic Course Information

Prerequisites None
Advanced Preparation  None
Designed For Business professionals seeking to create or enhance collaboration in their work environments
Original Recording Date

2025

 


Yellow Book No
Course Developer K2 Enterprises
Date Added to Catalog 04/2025

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Instructional Delivery Method

Group Internet Based


Course Registration Requirements

Online Registration


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