The EFAA and the EUIPO are raising awareness on the importance of IP and how it can help SMEs, and accountants play a vital role advising SMEs. Professional accountancy bodies play a key role in guiding small- and medium-sized accountancy practices into the future. To grow and prosper, small and medium-sized practices (SMPs) must embrace changes, they should not only become more digital, but also adapt their service to advise small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) clients in key areas such as sustainability reporting.

During the conference, speakers will focus on the challenges and opportunities that digital transformation will bring for small and medium-sized accountancy practices (SMPs).SMPs will thrive and grow if they diversify their services to meet the needs of SMEs in crucial areas, such as offering first-hand information on IP opportunities for businesses.