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A dynamic panel explores how accountants can lead digital transformation, harness AI, train teams, and shift from compliance to advisory to stay relevant in a fast-changing tech landscape. The role of trusted advisors in leading digital transformation. Challenges in adopting new tech, especially in larger firms with undertrained internal finance teams.  The critical importance of training staff and upskilling, starting from the advisory end and working backwards.  Using tools like Dext and other cloud accounting apps to streamline processes and enhance client engagement.  The value of certifications, networking, and community learning.  Emphasis on simplifying processes before layering tech solutions.  This panel was held at the Accounting and Business Expo in Sydney, and was sponsored by Dext. Dext is a cloud-based accounting software platform that helps accountants, bookkeepers, and businesses streamline financial data collection and processing. Formerly known as Receipt Bank, Dext offers tool