Report: Firms are choosing transformation over tactics

October 13, 2025

A new report from Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting finds that accounting firms worldwide are moving beyond tactical responses to embracing strategic transformation.

This year’s Future Ready Accountant report marks a significant evolution in the global accounting landscape compared to Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting’s inaugural report in 2024.

This year, AI adoption has surged — rising from 9% in 2024 to 41% in 2025 — indicating a shift from cautious experimentation to confident integration across firm operations.

This year’s findings show that 77% of accounting firms plan to increase AI investment, with 35% already using it daily. See more key takeaways.

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