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How ERP Helps with Customer Outcomes

Navigator SAP

Businesses often frame a new enterprise resource planning solution (ERP) as an operational efficiency initiative. While ERP does improve operations through system-wide automation, end-to-end visibility, and AI-driven analytics, among other areas, it plays an equally large role in improving customer outcomes. ERP is a customer-focused solution, not just an efficiency solution.

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Apartment REIT UDR’s CFO takes on chief investment officer role

CFO Dive

The Colorado-based real estate investment trust is on the hunt for a new finance chief to succeed Joseph Fisher.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (January 4–5)

Nerd's Eye View

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with a recent survey indicating that a majority of advisors are viewing new client acquisition as their primary challenge in the current competitive environment for financial advice (followed by compliance and technology management) and suggests that, in addition to reviewing their marketing tactics to see if they are reaching their ideal target prospects, firms might consider evaluating the

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SEC gives PCAOB more leeway in de-registering accounting firms

CFO Dive

A new rule could trigger withdrawal of PCAOB registrations beginning in the fall of 2026, the SEC said.

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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MiB: Sunaina Sinha, Global Head of Private Capital with Raymond James

Barry Ritholtz

This week, we speak with Sunaina Sinha , Global Head of Private Capital Advisory at Raymond James. Prior to joining Raymond James, Sunaina founded Cebile Capital , which was acquired by Raymond James in 2021. She was named one of the 50 Most Influential People in Private Equity for 2 years in a row by Dow Jones Private Equity News. She also earned a spot as one of the Twenty Trailblazing Women in Private Equity in 2023.

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Is Outsourcing the Key to Achieving Work-Life Balance as an Entrepreneur?

Capital CFO LLC

As an entrepreneur, you wear many hats. From product development to marketing to customer service, your to-do list seems endless. While the thrill of building a business is unmatched, the stress of managing every aspect of it can quickly lead to burnout. The pressure to “do it all” is real, and many entrepreneurs find themselves […] The post Is Outsourcing the Key to Achieving Work-Life Balance as an Entrepreneur?

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Did Costco just reset the narrative around DEI?

CFO Dive

In contrast to a slew of companies, the warehouse retailer has forcefully rejected an anti-DEI shareholder proposal as bad for business.

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Driving Profitable Growth in Challenging Times: A CFO's Perspective

CFO News

Pawan Agrawal, CFO of Marico Limited, explores the evolving role of CFOs in today's dynamic business landscape, highlighting how financial leadership drives innovation, resilience, and organizational transformation.

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2024’s Most-Downloaded eBooks: Essential Reads and Expert Insights

Bramasol

The business world never stops evolving, and staying ahead means equipping yourself with the right knowledge. Thats why weve compiled a selection of 2024s most-downloaded eBooksessential reads that have helped professionals across industries navigate key challenges and uncover new opportunities. From innovative strategies in the Subscription Economy to mastering Quote-to-Cash processes, these eBooks are your gateway to actionable insights and transformative ideas.

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Profit in the Details: Rethinking Spend for Monumental Impact

Speaker: Aaron Berson

Managing spend is more than a cost cutting exercise – it's a pathway to smarter decisions that unlock efficiency and drive growth. By understanding and refining the spending process, financial leaders can empower their organizations to achieve more with less. Explore the art of balancing financial control with operational growth. From uncovering hidden inefficiencies to designing workflows that scale your business, we’ll share strategies to align your organization’s spending with its strategic g

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GDP growth in Q3FY25 at 5.5-5.7%, short of RBI’s 6.3% forecast: Motilal Oswal

CFO News

Motilal Oswal's report highlights divergent economic indicators for India in late 2024, with modest real GDP growth, strong industrial sector performance, and declining fiscal spending. Weaker consumption and external trade contributed to an uneven growth trajectory, while investment and certain credit measures showed resilience.

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2024's Most-Watched Webinars: Top Picks and Insights

Bramasol

In todays fast-paced world, where every second counts, finding the right content to watch can feel overwhelming. With countless webinars and resources available, its often hard to know where to start. Thats why weve made it our mission to help you cut through the noise by showcasing the webinars your peers are watching the most. We have highlighted top webinars across critical topics such as Subscription Economy, S/4HANA Cloud, Digital Solutions Economy, Quote to Cash, Order to Cash, Revenue Acc

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FPI sold equities worth Rs 4285 Cr in just 3 trading sessions of 2025

CFO News

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have started 2025 on a cautious note in Indian equities, with a net selling of Rs 4,285 crore in just the first three trading sessions of the year, according to data from the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL).

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India's CAD to remain elevated in FY26 also due to stringent global trade policies: Report

CFO News

India's current account deficit (CAD) is expected to remain elevated in FY26 due to stringent global trade policies, according to a report by JM Financial.

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Navigating Bleisure Travel: A Guide for Mid-Sized Companies

Bleisure travel — where employees combine work and leisure — has been around since the advent of corporate travel and is here to stay. Successful bleisure policies strike a balance between employee preferences and company goals — workers report a 64% improvement in work-life balance, while companies benefit from reduced travel costs and increased workforce innovation.

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US cases against Adanis to be heard by a single judge

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Civil and criminal cases against Gautam Adani, Sagar Adani, and others have been assigned to a single judge in the US court over allegations of bribery and securities fraud. The cases will be heard separately. Adani Green Energy previously denied violations of the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

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Zepto plans IPO filing by March-April; Singapore nod in for moving domicile

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Zepto is preparing to file for an IPO by March-April 2025 and has received approval to move its holding entity from Singapore to India. The company is also finalising independent directors and deliberating on IPO size and bankers. It aims to become the first independent quick commerce firm to go public amid scrutiny over local FDI compliance.

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Govt amends FTP to make stakeholder consultation mandatory for inclusive decision-making process

CFO News

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) mandates stakeholder consultations for drafting Foreign Trade Policy to ensure inclusive participation. Amendments reflect the commitment to ease of doing business, but the government reserves final decision-making power to handle conflicting opinions.

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MeitY releases draft rules for DPDP Act; seeks comments from stakeholders

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The government has released the draft executive rules under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act and is seeking stakeholder comments by February 18. The rules require data fiduciaries to obtain verifiable parental consent before processing children's personal data and conduct annual Data Protection Impact Assessments.

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The Growth Architect: How Financial Leaders are Unlocking Potential

Speaker: Ashley Harlan, MBA

What if your role as a fractional CFO went beyond operational support to actively shaping the future of your clients’ businesses? 💼 ✨ In this session, discover how fractional finance professionals can position themselves as architects of growth, guiding their clients toward sustainable success and preparing them for full-time financial leadership.

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NFRA inspection report slams MSKA & Associates for audit quality lapses, firm vows to improve

CFO News

NFRA has raised concerns over MSKA & Associates audit practices, highlighting deficiencies in governance and procedures, while the firm pledges immediate corrective actions to address the issues and provided clarifications on a few selected areas.

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Refinancing on agenda, Reliance raises dual currency loan of $3 billion

CFO News

Reliance Industries: Bloomberg data show that RIL has repayments worth about $2.9 billion, including interest payments, due in 2025.

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India's exports to cross USD 800 bn this fiscal: Piyush Goyal

CFO News

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated that despite global economic uncertainties, India's exports of goods and services are anticipated to surpass USD 800 billion this fiscal, setting a new record. The previous fiscal year saw exports at USD 778 billion. India's export basket is large, and services exports are growing rapidly, indicating a resilient economic performance amidst global challenges.

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Budget 2025: ICAI seeks special tax regime for firms, simplifies charitable trust taxation, and reduced compliance burden in Income-Tax overhaul

CFO News

Ahead of Budget 2025, the ICAI has submitted crucial proposals to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, suggesting a special tax regime for firms, simplified charitable trust taxation, and reduced litigation and compliance burdens.

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2025 Payroll Calendar Templates (Biweekly, Semi-Monthly, and Monthly)

Use these handy calendar templates to stay on top of payroll in 2025! Download them today to share with your HR team or post for employees. Whether your company has biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods, Paycor has you covered. Get your templates today!

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India's NSE leads China with most number of IPOs in Asia, beats US in capital raised

CFO News

NSE witnessed the highest number of IPOs in Asia in 2024, with 268 IPOs raising over Rs 1.6 lakh crore. This surpasses other major exchanges like Japan, Hong Kong, and Shanghai. NSE also facilitated the highest equity capital raised globally through IPOs in 2024.

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RBI may reduce policy rates by 50 basis points in the first half of 2025: Jefferies

CFO News

RBI Policy Rates: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to cut policy rates by 50 basis points (bps) in the first half of 2025, says a report by Jefferies.

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New RBI rule: Getting multiple personal loans set to get tougher

CFO News

Retail borrowers will be less likely to over-leverage loans in the new year. Lenders must now update credit bureau records every 15 days instead of one month. This allows lenders to better assess borrower risk and prevent multiple loans. Sharper and more reliable data improves decision-making and fosters a healthier lending ecosystem.

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DFS Secretary launches revamped 'BAANKNET' portal for e-auction of properties as one-stop destination

CFO News

Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju launches revamped 'Baanknet' portal for e-auctions. The platform consolidates assets from PSBs, simplifying property discovery for buyers and investors. It features enhanced user experiences, integrated payment systems, and training for effective use, aiding PSB recovery and economic improvement.

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From Start to Scale: Driving Growth Through Seamless Payments Implementation

Speaker: Michael Veatch, Senior Director, Implementations & Ella Aguirre, Director of Solution Consulting

Embedding payments can be a transformative step for software companies looking to enhance their platform capabilities, boost customer satisfaction, and drive long-term growth. However, the success of payments hinges on a single thing: implementation. Drawing on real-world insights and experiences, payments implementation experts Michael Veatch and Ella Aguirre will explore actionable strategies that can lead to a transparent, friction-free launch and mitigate potential challenges like technical