Case study

How Skills Data is Transforming CPD for Chartered Accountants. 

Productivity gains and efficient learning

80% of users reported significant time savings thanks to automated reporting. 58.33% of them described it as “a life-changing time saver.”

Problem

Wasting time on courses that don’t add value

Solution

Higher-value tasks and strategic learning

The problem with traditional CPD

For chartered accountants, tracking Continuing Professional Development (CPD) has always been a chore.

Manually logging activities, compiling reports, and second-guessing whether you’re meeting certification requirements is not just time-consuming - it’s inefficient. Even worse, without clear insights into required skills, many accountants end up doing more CPD activities than necessary, wasting time on courses that don’t really add value.

Our solution:

Smarter CPD with skills data.

We set out to change that by harnessing the power of data. Our platform uses skills data to streamline the CPD process and help accountants learn smarter. Here’s how:

Automated activity reporting

Automatically tracks CPD activities and compiles reports for certification authorities, eliminating manual effort. 

Skill self-assessment

Users can see exactly where they stand by benchmarking their skills against certification requirements.

Data-driven learning paths

Our system recommends the most relevant courses based on individual skill levels, helping users focus on what matters most.

The results

Productivity gains and efficient learning.

Time savings and productivity boosts

80% of users reported significant time savings thanks to automated reporting. 

58.33% of them described it as “a life-changing time saver.” 

This freed-up time wasn’t just about doing less admin - it allowed users to focus on higher-value tasks and strategic learning.

Over 88% decreased their time spent on training

Data-driven learning = better results

56% of users spent less time on CPD activities, with 32.39% reporting significant time reductions.

By using skills data to personalise learning, users could focus on filling specific skill gaps, leading to more effective development.

The result? Over 88% of users decreased the time that they spent on CPD activities without decreasing the benefits. This was driven by targeted recommendations that matched users’ regulatory needs.

Compliance made simple

100% pass rate on CPD activity report audits. By automating reporting and aligning learning with certification frameworks, users stayed compliant without the stress.

Why skills data matters.

This isn’t just about saving time - it’s about using data to make smarter decisions. By understanding their skills gaps, users can:

Prioritise high-impact learning:

Focus on activities that directly enhance productivity and career growth.

Avoid over-consumption:

No more wasting time on unnecessary courses.

Track progress and ROI:

Users see exactly how their learning investments are paying off in real-world skills and career advancement.

Who's using it?

Career pathway trends

We also looked at which career pathways are engaging the most with this data-driven approach:

Top 3 pathways:

Financial Accounting (28%)

Focused on accurate reporting and analysis. 

Taxation and Compliance (22%)

High demand for staying updated on complex regulations.

Management Accounting (19%)

Prioritising strategic decision-making and business planning.

These fields see the highest productivity gains because they can use skills data to directly align learning with evolving industry requirements.

Seniority breakdown

Making Data Work at Every Level.

No matter the career stage, data-driven learning paths are helping users focus on the skills that matter most.

Junior (Level 0): 34%

Building foundational skills and accelerating early career growth.

Mid Management (Level 1): 42%

Focusing on leadership development and strategic skills.

Senior (Level 2): 24%

Sharpening advanced competencies for strategic leadership roles.

Driving efficiency and growth with skills data

This approach is a game-changer. By leveraging skills data, accountants can:

Save time and increase productivity:

Less admin, more strategic learning.

Make informed decisions:

Choose learning activities that directly impact their career goals.

Save time and increase productivity:

Less admin, more strategic learning.

The bottom line

Skills data is transforming how chartered accountants approach CPD. By making data-driven decisions, they’re not just meeting certification requirements - they’re maximising productivity, growing their careers, and getting the most out of every learning activity. Ready to see how it works? Get in touch for a demo and start learning smarter today.

Book your demo now