Tech talent makes financial reporting sparkle
A new study from the University of Kansas has found that having employees who can tell their SQL from their CTRL+Zs dramatically boosts the relevance and timeliness of financial reporting. In a world increasingly run on data, that might not sound surprising, but the implications are worth noting.
The research, led by Professor Adi Masli, shows that IT-capable employees reduce errors, speed up data processing, and improve the quality and consistency of XBRL tagging. That’s good for your financials, good for governance, and good for stakeholder trust.
Previous work from Masli’s team focused on financial accuracy. This new study shifts the spotlight to the other key pillar of reporting quality: relevance. Turns out, investing in tech-savvy talent is a win-win for both.
A timely reminder that digital reporting is not just about tools and numbers, it’s also about the people behind them. Quality human capital is key to high-quality data, and regulators, firms, and educators should take note.
Find out more from the University of Kansas here.
