Simply Treasury

JULY 12, 2021

Although the large IT vendors are necessary to properly serve large MNCs, we must accept that they cannot solve every single problem and that fintech’s may be solutions to problems often faced. There is a bias consisting of over-sizing solutions, perceived as sort of kitchen robots by treasurers and CFOs. The solution can be often found in emerging fintechs, for those who take time to contemplate existing and performing solutions to complete and fulfil their IT panoply of tools.

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Anaplan

JULY 14, 2021

This is the final blog in our three-part series that explores how intelligent forecasting tools can optimize business outcomes.?Our first blog shared the important role of artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML) in intelligent forecasting and the challenges that business leaders face around adoption. The second installment detailed the aspects of intelligent planning that […].

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Future CFO

JULY 15, 2021

The cost of failed payments is estimated to have cost the global economy US$118.5 billion in fees, labor and lost business in 2020, said Accuity recently when releasing results of a survey. A failed payment is a payment rejected by a beneficiary bank or an intermediary bank in the payment flow, said the firm, adding that payments can fail for several reasons including inaccurate or incomplete information, data entry issues due to human error or poor reference data and validation tools.

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Planful

JULY 16, 2021

Looking forward has become the trend as CFOs start to solidify office reopening plans and focus more on non-pandemic concerns. Issues like data quality, getting better aligned with Sales, and surprisingly, climate change are taking up more FP&A bandwidth, which underscores the need for Finance to have a deeper understanding of more areas of the […].

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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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Simply Treasury

JULY 16, 2021

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Future CFO

JULY 16, 2021

The AR modules offered by ERP systems are good for many things. But it is what they cannot do that often makes the difference between a top-performing AR department and one that’s just skating by. This Esker ebook explores how AR automation can make your processes run more efficiently that translate into strategic business benefits like: New opportunities due to an improved customer experience.

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Musings on Markets

JULY 14, 2021

In the last few decades, as disclosure requirements for publicly traded firms have increased, annual reports and regulatory filings have become heftier. Some of this surge can be attributed to companies becoming more complex and geographically diversified, but much of it can be traced to increased disclosure requirements from accounting rule writers and market regulators.

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Michigan CFO

JULY 13, 2021

It should be a fairly straight-forward answer, right? But if you’re Uber, the answer is seemingly “someday… hopefully”. Uber lost $2.8 Billion in 2016. $2.8 BILLION. And in Q1 of 2017, investors were pleased the company reduced its quarterly loss to $708M from the Q4 2016 loss of $991M. From CNNtech: “To many readers, the loss is nothing short of staggering.

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Planful

JULY 13, 2021

A few months ago, I was a guest on the RecruitingLive podcast, which is produced by William Tincup, president of RecruitingDaily. It’s always fun to talk about people operations from a strategic standpoint and to share my insights with the broader HR community. But, even as our discussion segued from workforce modeling to people operations […].

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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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Future CFO

JULY 16, 2021

Customer service shouldn’t be conditional — if a customer is involved in any capacity, providing an optimal customer experience should be a top priority. Yes, that includes the often-taxing collections processes. Customer service doesn’t stop when companies are dealing with outstanding customer accounts. When it comes to the collections process, companies that remain focused on delivering exceptional service, having honest and consistent communication, and treating every customer with respect —

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Accountancy Today

JULY 12, 2021

CFOs across the UK are readying themselves for a surge in spending over the coming months, according to Deloitte’s UK CFO Survey Q2 2021. . The move marks a shift away from last year’s top priority of cost reduction, according to the survey, as over three-quarters of CFOs (71%) expect rises in capital expenditure. In addition, 76% anticipate increases in hiring over the year ahead, with expectations for both at their highest levels in almost seven years.

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Jedox Finance

JULY 15, 2021

Get the inside scoop here on the latest feature additions to Jedox AIssisted™ Planning in Jedox version 2021.2 based on real-life customer feedback.

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Planful

JULY 12, 2021

The larger an organization, the greater the need for better financial planning and analysis (FP&A). You’re dealing with massive amounts of data, and you’re often under intense pressure to provide timely insights. Any delays or mistakes in financial planning could have catastrophic consequences. Many companies today are struggling to meet these expectations in their financial […].

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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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Future CFO

JULY 15, 2021

Scholastic, one of the world’s largest publisher and distributor of children’s books and educational materials with $1.6 billion in annual revenue. Products are distributed through retail and online sales and through schools via reading clubs and fairs. Looking to centralise accounting and achieve global efficiency, the company set up a Shared Services Centre (SSC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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CFA Institute

JULY 14, 2021

Financial Analysts Journal managing editor Heidi Raubenheimer, PhD, CFA, provides a synopsis of the latest issue.

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Future CFO

JULY 15, 2021

Building and sustaining a successful enterprise demands a keen understanding of when and how to address potential issues — turning what could be a critical weakness into a value-added strength. As a Pepsi-Cola franchisee with 25 years in the distribution business, LinPepCo had the intuition to make a change in their accounts receivable (AR) collections process.

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Future CFO

JULY 15, 2021

Today’s business landscape is ever-evolving, tech-driven and increasingly competitive, making it even more important for organizations to become as efficient and agile as possible. But strangely enough, a majority of businesses have yet to realize the strategic value and competitive edge that could be achieved by digitally transforming procure-to-pay (P2P) functions.

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Future CFO

JULY 15, 2021

In a time like this, maintaining strong cash flow is of utmost importance for businesses. Unfortunately for many organisations, large amounts of cash are being tied up in inefficient, back-office finance functions, and they are quickly realising that digitising accounts payable (AP) processes is the first step in building a robust continuity plan that frees up that cash and promotes future profitability.

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Future CFO

JULY 13, 2021

Ineffective contracting processes on average lead to more than 9% contract value erosion, said KPMG recently when releasing results of a jointly conducted global survey of more than 340 executives by the firm and World Commerce & Contracting (WorldCC) in Q1 of 2021. While almost 90% of organisations have ineffective and fragmented contracting processes, 76% of organisations want to prioritise the digitalisation of contracts, survey results indicate.

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Future CFO

JULY 11, 2021

SWIFT recently announced the launch of its new Payment Pre-validation service, saying it’s a core building block in its strategy to drive instant and frictionless transactions worldwide. . Most cross-border payments are processed without issue, but one of the leading causes for those that fail or lose time is incorrect beneficiary information — from misspelled names to transposed account numbers, the cooperative noted.

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CFA Institute

JULY 11, 2021

Are low-volatility or high-volatility strategies the better choice when it comes to equity returns?

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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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Future CFO

JULY 15, 2021

CFOs are generally hands-off when it comes to leading the charge for AP and AR automation initiatives. The COVID-19 pandemic, however, raised the critical issue of cashflow from both the buyer and supplier side. As a result, CFOs need to be taking matters into their own hands. In a recent study, Chief Analyst at Kisaco Research , Michael Azoff stated, “I have always found that when C-level executives are behind a technology initiative then it is more likely to succeed.

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Future CFO

JULY 14, 2021

Economic recovery and solid capital supplementary bond issuance will support Chinese insurers' solvency in 2021, said Moody’s recently. Solvency ratios of life insurers in China generally rebounded in early 2021 as insurers emerged from business disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic, said Kelvin Kwok, a Moody's Analyst. Their capitalisation likewise picked up in the first quarter of 2021 following three quarters of decline, partly due to their issuance of capital supplementary bonds, he

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Future CFO

JULY 15, 2021

The smartphone in your hand, the curated playlist you’re streaming, the electronic payslip you receive every month — Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are almost unavoidable in our everyday lives. And soon, the same will be said about the business landscape overall. This short and to-the-point eBook from Esker explores the technology behind digital transformation — RPA and AI.

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Future CFO

JULY 15, 2021

Esker Anywhere is a mobile application that gives managers the ability to review, approve, and reject purchase requisitions and supplier invoices while out of the office. It enables purchase requisition approval capabilities in addition to supplier invoice approvals. Esker Anywhere provides on-the-road accessibility for managers who approve invoices and purchase requisitions before payment, enabling them to quickly resolve exceptions and approvals, resulting in excellent supplier relationships a

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Speaker: Mark Stovel

When it comes to automating, many firms focus on finding the latest tech, believing that efficiency is something achieved through new tools. Yet true efficiency is achieved by delivering real value to clients, not merely by upgraded systems. Without a clear approach, no level of automation can overcome the complexities of serving every client’s needs.

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