Embracing change is one of our core values at BDO because we believe that true innovation stems from the collective ingenuity of our people. By fostering an environment where creativity is encouraged and supported, we empower our teams to transform challenges into opportunities. Our commitment to innovation is not just about adopting new technologies, but about nurturing a work environment where every individual feels inspired to contribute new ideas to create meaningful change.
100%
of BDO business lines have shared ideas to the Social Innovation program
900+
ideas submitted since the Social Innovation program launched in November 2022
790+
ideas – the majority – have been submitted by rising professionals (associates through senior managers)
Here's how it works:
BDO professionals at all levels can submit ideas through our centralized intake system. All ideas are welcome – from new thinking on how to leverage Gen AI to process improvements that help us run more efficiently. All ideas move through a formalized process where they are reviewed by practice leaders, discussed among peers and, when appropriate, advanced to an experiment phase with our Research and AI Development (RAID) team. The RAID team creates and tests a rapid prototype, then works with the relevant practices to launch a pilot.
The Art of Giving: Create for a Cause, Shop for a Purpose
The Art of Giving is one of the firm’s most inspired – and inspiring – innovations. Established in 2022, the program is the brainchild of Brand Communications Director Brooke Hipp, an accomplished artist who saw a unique opportunity to give back to the community while showcasing the immense talent of our people.
The Escape Room: A Unique AI Learning Experience
The Escape Room is an inventive learning activity that is helping educate BDO professionals about Chat BDO, the firm’s generative AI tool. Through this video game-like experience, people are learning how to use the tool more effectively, and they’re having fun doing it. Team leader Teri Jacobs explains why and how The Escape Room was created.
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