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53% of respondents say they’re experiencing pressures completing client services work, and 36% say they face an inability to meet reporting deadlines. The impact of Covid-19 is already having a significant impact across the audit profession and public practice leaders finds research from ACCA Covid-19 global survey: inside business, impacts and responses . The pandemic has specific implications for auditing firms, with the nature of the audit process needing engagement and direct interaction with the audited entity. Although digital advances continue to influence how audits are conducted and how evidence is gathered, as well as aspects of the reporting process, for many firms the crisis is creating a systemic shock to normal client engagement activities. Mike Suffield, director – professional insights at ACCA says: ‘From increased pressure to complete audit work to issues in getting audit evidence, and very sensitive judgments in areas such as going concern, audit...

Working from home can be a daunting task, but with the right apps at your disposal, everything ranging from productivity to fitness can all be made a whole lot easier. This is one of the best reasons why you need to check out the HUAWEI AppGallery and its wide range of apps that can help you with your day to day tasks. To get you started, it is worth checking out HUAWEI Health – the ideal App all your self-care and health needs at home. What’s even cooler is that it connects all your smart devices, such as the HUAWEI FreeBuds 3 and even the HUAWEI Watch GT 2 for a comprehensive health analysis. The Application allows you to keep a track of your fitness data, training plans, and workout data plus it allows you to add your personal information. After all, at a time like this it is necessary to keep your mental and physical health in check and stay positive. What is HUAWEI AppGallery? Huawei’s official app marketplace and one of the top 3 app platforms in the world, the ...

Initiative is part of Uber’s Global Commitment to Move What Matters Uber, the global ride-hailing platform that connects riders with drivers, has pledged free rides and deliveries in the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan (MENAP) region, specifically for frontline workers including the medical staff of hospitals and local NGOs, in an effort to move what matters during the COVID-19 pandemic. Uber Medics is designed to ensure that healthcare workers, who need to be mobile, have a reliable and efficient way of getting around. With this effort, the company hopes that this 24/7 dedicated service gives hospitals and their workers the flexibility to provide optimal healthcare. In partnership with hospitals including Shifa International, Benazir Bhutto, and PIMS, Uber Medics will provide free rides for their medical workers and essential staff, who will easily be able to book a ride to their respective homes or healthcare locations with the tap of a button from the Uber app. T...

realme Pakistan has unveiled the latest “realme 6i” the new member of realme 6 series quad camera family in an online launch event. realme is known for its vibrant and trendsetting smartphones designed especially for the younger audience upon the trifecta of strong performance, build quality, and affordable pricing. The young brand’s latest offering promises outstanding performance in a young and stylish manner and can be true allies for the users in a real sense. Renowned for their power and style, competing pricing, realme phones are known for their flagship imaging experiences that cater to the growing and dynamic needs of the youth. The Launch event live on realme’s facebook page features live unboxing by KOL from tech industry, a Post Launch Media Meet-up via Zoom was also conducted to interact with media & address queries, the attendees from the media & tech industry praised the idea of live meet-up following the social distancing. realme 6i smartphone w...

Under normal circumstances, most of us do not get to spend sufficient quality-time with our families, due to our professional engagements and busy schedules. We have always longed for more time to spend with our loved ones. Due to the current lock down in Pakistan, our wish has been granted in a way, as we are able to enjoy our family’s affection for several weeks, or probably months. With a work-from-home routine, many professionals are having more interaction with their families. So, we must not waste this unique opportunity to engage in healthy activities and inspire our whole household to join in some exciting and memorable moments together. Even the elderly can have great fun with the young children, whose schools have also been shut down. We must improve our health & fitness, while reflecting on our lives with a positive mindset for better wellbeing. During this confined lifestyle, our smart-devices are acting as windows to a fascinating world of infotainment....

realme Pakistan has confirmed pointing to a Helio G80-powered phone realme 6i. realme 6i is a deal breaker with MediaTek Helip G80 chipset which will be launched at realme’s online launch event. Tune in to watch the live unboxing on realme Pakistan’s facebook  https://web.facebook.com/Pakistanrealme/  on 27th March 3 PM. Officials have also confirmed the launch of two more 6 series models i.e realme 6 4GB and 8GB variant & realme Pro paired with 8GB & 128 GB Storage will be launched in Pakistan next month. The realme 6i is a dual-SIM phone that runs Android 10 with Realme UI. It has a 6.5-inch HD+ MiniDrop display with a notch at the top, with an aspect ratio of 20:9 and shielded by Corning Gorilla Glass. The smartphone is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G80 processor under the hood, paired with 3GB and 4GB RAM options. The internal storage options on the realme 6i include 64GB and 128GB, with expandability via microSD card slot. The smartphone has a r...

Pensioners without pensions. Schools without students. Wells without water. A report issued jointly by ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and IFAC (the International Federation of Accountants) , Is cash still king? Maximising the benefits of accrual information in the public sector not only confirms that a complete public sector transition to accrual accounting will serve the public interest, but also contains 30 specific recommendations to improve accrual implementation.   Good decision-making requires the right information. Given that most government decisions have financial implications, understanding the economic reality of a government’s activities improves the quality of decisions made. The report predicts that by 2023, the number of countries reporting their financial position on an accruals basis is expected to increase from 37 to 98, jumping from 25% to 65% among 150 countries surveyed. These are human consequences that can result ...