Internet of Things forces rethink of KPIs: McKinsey
CFO Dive
MARCH 22, 2022
The Internet of Things may unlock as much as $12.6 trillion in value by 2030 if companies weave the technology into their operations, McKinsey said.
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What a Consumer Products Company Needs to Know in 2022
Navigator SAP
MARCH 25, 2022
A unicorn startup, a company with a valuation over $1 billion, is a rare beast. According to a September 2021 report by CB Insights, there are only around 800 in the wild. Any startup needs a killer idea; but to truly achieve unicorn status, a company needs the ability to scale up quickly.
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Freaking out about the SEC? This former regulator separates fact from fiction
Private Funds CFO
MARCH 25, 2022
Igor Rozenblit, who served as co-head of the SEC’s Private Funds Unit for more than 11 years, answers burning questions about the SEC's proposed new rules for private funds.
Volatility And IPO Slowdown
Corporate Finance
MARCH 21, 2022
When a company is undertaking an IPO, surprises are not good. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) is a measure of the market's 30-day expectation of future volatility. When the VIX is high, the market returns are volatile, which makes pricing an IPO very difficult. When this happens, IPOs slow down. During early 2022, the VIX has been rising due to uncertainty in both the global and domestic economies.
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Minority of CFOs see metaverse transforming their companies
CFO Dive
MARCH 25, 2022
While many financial executives have made big investments in cloud computing to support remote work in the pandemic, a growing number of large companies are now signaling their interest in the metaverse by filing related trademark applications.
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Calming words from a former SEC exec
Private Funds CFO
MARCH 25, 2022
Freaking out about the SEC? This former regulator separates fact from fiction.
Crypto Mania, Financial Contagion, and the “Goldilocks Zone”
CFA Institute
MARCH 25, 2022
The crypto craze will make for a fascinating case study in the annals of financial history.
3 ways recurring revenue can fund business growth
CFO Dive
MARCH 24, 2022
Investors are starting to recognize a company's recurring-revenue stream as an asset that can be traded in exchange for up-front capital, a fast, non-dilutive alternative to equity.
Example of ERP in Life Sciences
Navigator SAP
MARCH 23, 2022
Life science companies such as biotechnology, and biopharmaceutical companies face significant business challenges. These include optimizing processes and operations while meeting industry regulations.
Data Talks, CFOs Listen: Why Analytics Is The Key To Better Spend Management
Speaker: Claire Grosjean
Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.
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A Paradigm Shift in Investing — Are You Ready?
CFA Institute
MARCH 22, 2022
When it comes to ESG, DEI, and advances in data and technology, this time really is different.
Acquisition of bankrupt companies poised to surge this year
CFO Dive
MARCH 23, 2022
One advantage to buying a target business while it’s in bankruptcy is the court’s sale order, which helps ensure the buyer has title to the assets without concerns creditors will assert claims.
What Is An ERP Software Used For In Life Sciences?
Navigator SAP
MARCH 23, 2022
ERP stands for Enterprise Resource Planning and is software used by businesses to manage their day-to-day operations and processes. ERP software allows for the integrated management of business activities, such as finance, operations, manufacturing, supply-chain management, risk management, and project management.
What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
Pros talk hybrid funds; SEC shakeup; Apex appoints US lead
Private Funds CFO
MARCH 25, 2022
Are hybrid funds the future of private equity? Yes and no, say experts; SEC announces DOE shakeup; Apex Group looks to US expansion with lead hire.
Russia in Ukraine: Let Loose the Dogs of War!
Musings on Markets
MARCH 19, 2022
As the world's attention is focused on the war in the Ukraine, it is the human toll, in death and injury, that should get our immediate attention, and you may find a focus on economics and markets to be callous. However, I am not a political expert, with solutions to offer that will bring the violence to an end, and I don't think that you have come here to read about my views on humanity.
Item 9 CFO relishes fight to normalize cannabis industry
CFO Dive
MARCH 24, 2022
"We have new problems to solve every day to normalize the industry and get it out of the back alley,” Item 9 Labs CFO Bobby Mikkelsen said.
What is an ERP System in the Pharmaceutical industry?
Navigator SAP
MARCH 23, 2022
The flow of processes and operations in a pharmaceutical company is extremely complex and labor-intensive, owing to stringent production regulations and competitive market demands.
Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Heres How To Fix Them
Speaker: Dave Sackett
Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.
Are hybrid funds the future of private equity? Yes and no, say experts
Private Funds CFO
MARCH 24, 2022
IQ-EQ webinar outlines how PE managers are looking at hybrid funds to offer flexible products to an evolving investor base.
3 Types of Nonprofit Fraud to Watch Out for Today
The Charity CFO
MARCH 24, 2022
Nonprofit fraud makes for great headlines— like the Minnesota nonprofit Feeding Our Future accused this year of squandering $48 million of federal funding on luxurious trips, fancy mansions, and other personal costs. . Fraud losses in the charitable industry destroy an organization’s reputation, future financing opportunities, and capacity to carry out its mission.
SEC proposes 'rules of the road' for climate-risk disclosures
CFO Dive
MARCH 21, 2022
Investors with $130 trillion in assets under management have pushed for consistent, comparable disclosures on climate risk, SEC Chair Gary Gensler said Monday.
Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments
Speaker: Erroll Amacker
As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R
Apex Group looks to US expansion with lead hire
Private Funds CFO
MARCH 24, 2022
The new US head will lead the firm’s growing business and client development in the country.
Islamic finance to drive growing focus on ESG in Halal economy
Future CFO
MARCH 23, 2022
Islamic finance is set to drive a growing focus on ESG and sustainability in the wider Halal economy, said Maybank Islamic Berhad and IslamicMarkets.com recently when releasing results of a jointly conducted survey. Maybank Islamic Berhad is the Islamic banking arm of Maybank Group while IslamicMarkets.com is a platform that provides access to expert knowledge and financial opportunities.
Data pose biggest hurdle to ESG disclosure: Deloitte
CFO Dive
MARCH 25, 2022
Gathering credible data on greenhouse gas emissions by suppliers and other third-party business partners has emerged as one of the most difficult steps in sustainability reporting.
What Is Accounting Advisory? Partnering for Growth and Success
Embark With Us
MARCH 23, 2022
Accounting is such a broad term. Yes, it obviously includes ledgers, spreadsheets, guidance, and the like. But at its heart, it's so much more than that. Accounting is a vehicle and service that helps organizations reach their goals, both big and small, whether that's an IPO, building out a tech stack, or streamlining the month-end close. The problem, of course, is that some of those goals are tougher to achieve than others, even for a fleet of in-house CPAs.
Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close
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