Tue.May 14, 2024

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The problem that made ‘zero-based budgeting’ unachievable just got solved

CFO Dive

Accounting for every dollar was largely just an elusive aspiration in finance circles — until artificial intelligence arrived, writes Globality’s Seth Catalli.

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Navigator Business Solutions Achieves GROW with SAP Designation

Navigator SAP

As seen in, PR Newswire , Navigator Business Solutions is proud to announce its ongoing partnership with SAP and its achievement of the Grow with SAP program designation. Read the official press release here.

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Cybersecurity ops budgets expected to climb: KPMG

CFO Dive

The average annual budget for SOCs — a one-stop shop for managing cyber threats — is $14.6 million, according to a KPMG survey of large firms.

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Stellantis, Leapmotor Partner On Chinese EV Sales In Europe

Global Finance

Automaker Stellantis and Chinese electric automaker Leapmotor agreed on a joint venture to sell electric vehicles outside of China, according to the two companies on Tuesday. Beginning in September, Netherlands-based Stellantis will sell the Chinese-built Leapmotor vehicles throughout Europe, with Leapmotors’s lineup complementing its selection of cars.

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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

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Powell sees longer inflation fight, ‘very small’ odds of Fed rate hike

CFO Dive

“We have the highest interest rates in some time,” Powell said Tuesday. “The question is, ‘is it sufficiently restrictive?

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Brex CFO mulls long-term IPO scenario but keeps eye on costs, ROI

CFO Dive

The prevailing attitude among companies seeking to go public is to achieve profitability beforehand, Ben Gammell said.

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Ransomware attacks at India Inc down to 64%, yet costs soar: Report

CFO News

A recent report by Sophos unveils a decline in ransomware attacks on Indian companies, down to 64%. However, higher ransom demands and a shift in recovery tactics pose intensified challenges.

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1000: When Culture Informs Strategy | Tucker Marshall, CFO, The J. M. Smucker Company

CFO Thought Leader

At just 16, Tucker Marshall unsuccessfully sought a humble beginning at The J. M. Smucker Company—not in the back office but on its lush grounds, hoping to cut grass. Such an early rejection—due to a company policy favoring employees’ families first—did little to deter him. Instead, it left with him an indelible admiration for the company’s culture and its loyalty to its extended family.

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Temenos launches financial processing solution for banking operations

Future CFO

Banking software system provider Temenos launched its financial processing solution, Temenos Positions, to transform banking operations for institutions with complex, multi-core systems across multiple lines of business in both retail and corporate banking. According to a press release, the new lean solution serves as a real-time source for maintaining and sharing balances, instruments, and financial movements across an entire bank's system landscape, regardless of underlying technology stack.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Cipla promoters to sell up to 2.53% for Rs 2,637 crore

CFO News

The move, days after the company posted its best annual results, has triggered speculation that more such transactions could be in the offing. The collapse of the $7 billion sale last year after lengthy negotiations had reportedly led to divisions within the family, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

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Managing Your Company’s Inventory

CFO Simplified

Every business owner knows that one of their biggest assets is Inventory. But if your business doesn’t have shelves in a warehouse filled with products for sale, you might think that you don’t need to worry about all of the issues and problems that go along with managing, protecting and selling that inventory. Actually, there are different kinds of inventory, and as a result, every business has inventory.

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China may dump EVs, batteries into India with higher US tariffs: GTRI

CFO News

GTRI warns of China dumping in India due to US tariffs. India can gain from higher duties on medical items. Trade with China surpasses that with the US. GTRI advises vigilance by Indian trade authorities, ramping up production for US market exports.

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BMO Virtual Connect recognized for digital transformation and operational excellence

Bank of the West

Our customer contact centre, BMO Virtual Connect, has gained global recognition for its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. Most recently, we won the Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Award… Read more The post BMO Virtual Connect recognized for digital transformation and operational excellence appeared first on About BMO.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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The Role of CFOs: Strategic Financial Leadership in Growing Steel Industry

CFO News

In his insightful article, Deepak Goyal, Group CFO of APL Apollo Steel Tubes Ltd, delves into the indispensable role of financial leadership in propelling the growth and resilience of India's burgeoning steel industry.

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Inventory Management Guide for 2024

The Finance Weekly

What could happen if a business does not have proper inventory management? Without proper inventory management, a business might frequently run out of popular products. This leads to stockouts, where customer demand cannot be met. As a result, customers may turn to competitors to fulfill their needs, causing the business to lose sales and potentially long-term customers.

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ION-owned LIST completes third and final phase of migrating clients onto Euronext’s Optiq trading platform

Reval

Milan, Italy, 26 March 2024: LIST, an ION company, announces that the third. The post ION-owned LIST completes third and final phase of migrating clients onto Euronext’s Optiq trading platform appeared first on ION.

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India's weight in key MSCI equity index hits another high, to boost inflows

CFO News

India's weight in MSCI's Global Standard index hits a record high, narrowing the gap with China. The rise boosts prospects for more inflows into equity markets. Consistent flows from domestic institutional investors could see India surpass 20% weightage by 2024. May review to bring about $2 billion inflows; Analyst Abhilash Pagaria comments on the potential growth.

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Back to Basics with Reconciliations

Join us in this webinar, where we share best practices on how to think about the reconciliation work each month, when best to do reconciliations, how they should be prepared, and some common pitfalls to avoid. Learning Objectives: This course objective is to understand how to properly prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and its impact on the financial statements.

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Tax incentives can help enhance adoption of sustainability manufacturing: Experts

CFO News

Financial incentives like tax breaks and subsidies can boost the adoption of green manufacturing practices. Experts emphasize the need for sustainable supply chains and investments in energy-efficient technologies. Companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability, with Indian firms leveraging sustainable loans and investing in recycling.

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Boom in e-commerce opens door for multiple jobs at all levels

CFO News

The e-commerce industry is booming due to increased smartphone and internet access, offering a plethora of job opportunities. Evolving consumer behavior and technology advancements are driving this growth, with a projected surge in India's online consumer base. The sector demands a wide range of skills, from tech-related roles to digital marketing and content creation.

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Indian companies likely to use existing AI models to leverage their data: Intel executive

CFO News

Santhosh Viswanathan, vice president and managing director for the India region at chipmaker Intel, said the Indian market was at an “inflection point” with digitisation being a fundamental change and accelerant for the economy.

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DHFL scam: After CBI arrest, Dheeraj Wadhawan sent to judicial custody for Rs 34,000-crore bank fraud case

CFO News

Former DHFL director Dheeraj Wadhawan was arrested by the CBI in connection with a Rs 34,000-crore bank fraud case. He was charge-sheeted in 2022, produced before a special court in Delhi, and sent to judicial custody. Wadhawan was earlier arrested in the Yes Bank corruption case and is linked to the biggest banking loan fraud in India.

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Usage-Based Monetization Musts: A Roadmap for Sustainable Revenue Growth

Speaker: David Warren and Kevin O’Neill Stoll

Transitioning to a usage-based business model offers powerful growth opportunities but comes with unique challenges. How do you validate strategies, reduce risks, and ensure alignment with customer value? Join us for a deep dive into designing effective pilots that test the waters and drive success in usage-based revenue. Discover how to develop a pilot that captures real customer feedback, aligns internal teams with usage metrics, and rethinks sales incentives to prioritize lasting customer eng

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NCLAT lifts lien on IL&FS Transportation

CFO News

NCLAT orders lifting of lien on ITNL's account, deeming Maharashtra tax department's attachment contrary to previous decision. PNB seeks interim distribution of Rs 12 crore from ITNL's account towards debt, allowing IL&FS board to consider fund distribution.

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Wholesale inflation in April quickens to 13-month high of 1.26% on spikes in power, food prices

CFO News

India's wholesale price index-based inflation accelerated to 1.26 per cent in April on an annual basis as against 0.53 per cent in March, data from the Commerce Ministry on Tuesday showed.

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