CFO News
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
The US, being the world’s largest economy, plays a crucial role in shaping global market sentiment, with India maintaining strong economic ties in this context. The Indian government now faces the task of evaluating how the election result will impact trade negotiations, existing agreements, and opportunities for new deals.
CFO Dive
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Expectations for personal finances have improved amid indications that many Americans, when looking back four years, believe their financial well-being has declined.
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Navigator SAP
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
You’re living in a multi-channel world. You probably know about the omnichannel approach to sales. But are you up to speed on the channel-less selling methodology? At first, there was one real channel: the brick-and-mortar storefront. But as technology has changed, sales have become multi-channel. How businesses approach this multi-channel sales environment matters both for competitiveness and customer experience.
The SaaS CFO
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
SaaS operators must understand the balance between sales and marketing spend and the acquisition of net new revenue. Enter the SaaS Magic Number. Here are my thoughts on how to use the Magic Number in 2025. Overinvest in sales and marketing relative to your new SaaS ARR bookings and will you not the see the […] The post How to Calculate the SaaS Magic Number appeared first on The SaaS CFO.
Advertiser: GEP
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CFO Talks
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The Power of Listening in Effective Negotiation When it comes to negotiation, people often think of strong arguments, clear facts, and the best pitch. But here’s the twist—real negotiation power often lies in something much quieter: listening. Listening is more than a soft skill; it’s a secret weapon. In a role filled with financial data, strategic meetings, and high-stakes decisions, active listening can drive better outcomes and turn tough conversations into collaborative wins.
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Navigator SAP
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
What is a Fit-to-Standard Solution? Fit-to-standard sounds complicated, but really it is a simple idea: Instead of using custom systems and processes, make them conform to the industry standard that everyone is using. A fit-to-standard solution is one that solves the problem in a standard way. One example of a fit-to-standard solution is Apple’s address book.
CFO Dive
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
CFOs are keeping their focus on finding AI tools with “some good bit of traceability” in the face of a rising tide of potential vendors, Visual Lease’s Amie Durr said.
Future CFO
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
The Finance department has undergone significant scope changes as the chief financial officers take on new roles for their evolving position. This year, finance leaders were seen navigating new areas—even those fields they were initially not thought of to have been involved, spanning environmental, social, and governance concerns , as well as digital transformation.
Global Finance
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Tesla is setting new standards in renewable financing with its latest solar asset-backed securitization (ABS) deal, earning an unprecedented AAA rating. Fitch Analyst Hebbertt Soares notes that Tesla’s integrated business model, which bypasses traditional sales channels, may establish a blueprint for achieving top-tier credit ratings in a sector often limited by data and regulatory scrutiny.
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
CFO Talks
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Members’ Profile: Anne-Marie de Bruin In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Anne-Marie de Bruin, a highly experienced finance professional and the freelance Financial Manager at AM Cross Country Consulting. With over two decades of expertise and a focus on strategic financial solutions, Anne-Marie has been making a global impact through her consultancy work.
CFO Selections
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
There is no one better positioned to create sustainable financial success inside a business than the CFO. A CFO takes their financial expertise and channels it into a strategic leadership role to create financial success for the company and its stakeholders. As such, their responsibilities include: budgeting and forecasting, managing mergers or acquisitions, and handling compliance issues.
Navigator SAP
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Electronic data interchange (EDI) is an important technology for creating a smooth and automated data flow between your business and your partners, both suppliers and sellers. Configuring an EDI connection is not always simple, however, which is where EDI templates come in. EDI is the process of electronically exchanging business data that was traditionally handled with paper.
CFO Dive
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The budget airline’s CEO will receive a $3.8 million retention payment while its CFO will get $175,000, according to an SEC filing.
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Future CFO
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Financial phishing proves to continue to wreak havoc on companies and organisations in Southeast Asia, according to cybersecurity and digital privacy company Kaspersky. From January to June this year, the company detected 336,294 phishing attacks launched at organisations and businesses in the the region, with the attacks impersonating e-commerce, banking, and payment brands and were aimed at stealing credentials and other sensitive data.
Global Finance
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Global Finance spoke with Yousef Khalawi, secretary general of the AlBaraka Forum for Islamic Economy, about the role of Islamic finance and economics as a holistic and sustainable framework for all economies. Global Finance: Against a backdrop of rising debt, geopolitical and economic instability, how is the role of Islamic finance evolving to address emerging global challenges?
Nerd's Eye View
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
How much to charge for financial advice is rarely a decision made lightly. A firm's pricing strategy often reflects both the local market (or niche-related) norms – such as the nearly-ubiquitous 1%. Others may align with broader industry trends, like transitioning to fee-only structures to buffer against market volatility. Still others may choose a hybrid model, combining AUM fees with additional charges for other services like tax planning.
Barry Ritholtz
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
This week, we speak with Colin Camerer , Robert Kirby Professor of Behavioral Finance and Economics at California Institute of Technology. Prior to joining Caltech in 1994, Camerer was a faculty member at various institutions including the University of Chicago GSB and the Kellogg Graduate School of Business at Northwestern University, and held a visiting professorship at Oxford University.
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Tips Watch
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Part B costs, deductibles and IRMAA surcharges will increase about 5.9% next year. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Just a month ago, Social Security beneficiaries learned their benefits would rise by 2.5% starting in 2025, the lowest increase in four years.
CFO Dive
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Generative AI is saving finance teams a lot of man hours as they ditch manual processes, but translating that into dollar-based ROI terms is tricky, panelists said.
Future CFO
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
The accounting industry in Singapore is experiencing a talent shortage. This is exacerbated by the rapid pace of technological advancement that demands a workforce skilled in both traditional accounting practices and new digital tools. Additionally, as businesses expand globally, there is an increasing need for professionals with a deep understanding of international financial standards, regulations, and practices.
CFO Talks
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Identifying and Overcoming Ethical Dilemmas in Business In the corporate world, numbers might drive decisions, but values define leadership. As a CFO your influence extends beyond financial reports and budgets. You’re a custodian of trust, navigating a complex business environment where ethical challenges often lurk beneath the surface. These dilemmas might not always come with flashing warning signs, but how you handle them speaks volumes about your leadership and your company’s c
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
Global Finance
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Bank of China (BOC) continues to play a pivotal role in green finance. Through its “BOC Green+” global brand, the bank is offering a range of green financial products. The brand is part of its Green Financial Plan, which aligns with China’s national strategy of achieving “carbon peak and carbon neutrality.” BOC actively participates in international green finance collaboration.
Bramasol
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
The digital transformation journey, especially within the software and SaaS sectors, has seen a significant shift toward cloud-based ERP systems. This trend is driven by various factors, including the need for greater agility, scalability, and efficiency in operations. More large and mid-sized SaaS companies are moving away from traditional on-premise ERP systems or low-end cloud ERPs to comprehensive cloud-based ERP solutions.
Nerd's Eye View
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the latest Fidelity RIA Benchmarking Study shows that while RIAs saw gains in AUM and revenue last year, their operating margins tightened, suggesting that rising expenses are cutting into firm profits. The study also looked at what “high performing” firms are doing differently than their peers, finding that these firms have a higher close rat
CFO Dive
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Lance Tucker will receive a $200,000 cash bonus upon taking Jack in the Box’s CFO seat for the second time.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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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