Conferences
- Outside consultants provide current information
on important topics
- Regional and international representation
- Members present their firm philosophies and means
of execution
- Seminars for Continuing Professional Education
- Webinars for Continuing Professional Education
- Opportunity to exchange "best practice"
management techniques and ideas
- Benchmarking of operating results and productivity
measures
- Round table discussions
- Social programs
Member Interactions
- Make and receive referrals
- Exchange professional knowledge and expertise
- Utilize the expertise of others in preparing proposals
- Exchange firm brochures and newsletters
- Share firm agreements
- Compare software evaluations
- Exchange technical materials (manuals, audit programs
and checklists)
- Brainstorming sessions
- Participate in staff exchanges and/or loan programs
- IntrAnet - World Wide Communications and Productivity
Tool
Marketing Tools
- Use of logo on stationery, promotional material
- Annual Members' Handbook and International Directory
- Conferences to exchange marketing information
- Benefit of national and multinational expertise
and offices to enhance firm services
- International web site presence
Practice
Inspection Assistance
- Access to a directory of qualified firms to:
- Perform peer reviews
- Consult for peer reviews
- Assistance in preparation for peer reviews
Publications
- "Doing Business Guide" in each country
(in process)
- Customized membership directory and database
- Talent bank
- Surveys on practice management
Lifestyle
- Horizon changing
- New professional friendships
- Spouses invited
- We are a team
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