Just one in three CFOs have appetite for more risk: Deloitte
CFO Dive
JUNE 21, 2022
Finance chiefs in the technology, financial services, and manufacturing industries were the least inclined to take on more risk, according to the Deloitte survey.
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Why SAP ERP Makes Sense for Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Navigator SAP
JUNE 24, 2022
Legacy software systems no longer make sense for life sciences businesses, especially those in Pharmaceutical manufacturing. The problem is that complexity, regulation, and competition have changed how pharmaceutical and life sciences firms must do business. Today, life sciences firms need the power and features of industry-standard enterprise resource planning software such as SAP Business ByDesign.
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Bad Luck Investing
Corporate Finance
JUNE 23, 2022
Hopefully you realize that the best time to invest is when stock prices are low and the worst time is when prices are high. But patience is a virtue and can have rewards. A recent article introduces Betty Badluck, who just happened to invest at the stock market tops during the past 35 years. So what happened to Betty? As you will see, while the returns were not fantastic, over time, the stock market has historically rebounded and she still has three times her investment in real terms.
Cochrane and Coleman: The Fiscal Theory of the Price Level and Inflation Episodes
CFA Institute
JUNE 22, 2022
John H. Cochrane and Thomas S. Coleman discuss how the fiscal theory of the price level explains inflation.
Automation, Evolved: Your New Playbook For Smarter Knowledge Work
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Document-heavy workflows slow down productivity, bury institutional knowledge, and drain resources. But with the right AI implementation, these inefficiencies become opportunities for transformation. So how do you identify where to start and how to succeed? Learn how to develop a clear, practical roadmap for leveraging AI to streamline processes, automate knowledge work, and unlock real operational gains.
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Businesses nudged to decentralize cybersecurity leadership
CFO Dive
JUNE 24, 2022
The push to enable employees to make informed security decisions comes amid an increase in the rate and severity of cyberattacks.
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The New Competitive Edge-Real-Time Accounting
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JUNE 23, 2022
We have all heard the expression “Time is Money,” which has never been more true for businesses than now. The ability to make quick decisions and be agile in the market these days is critical. Can you get real-time data from your accounting system? Is that data accurate and up to the minute? If you are still getting your data from spreadsheets, it’s time to move to cloud computing.
Book Review: The Price of Time
CFA Institute
JUNE 22, 2022
Almost unique among serious finance books, Edward Chancellor’s The Price of Time serves well as bedtime reading.
Looking towards the future: Emerging demands in reporting and ESG
CFO Dive
JUNE 21, 2022
What public companies disclose has long been driven – at least in part – by investors. In the case of ESG, it is no different.
Cloud Versus On-Premise ERP Cost Comparison
Navigator SAP
JUNE 22, 2022
As you plan your business, you’ll want to figure out how to manage your data storage needs and run other functions effectively. Thankfully, you can use simple enterprise resource planning (ERP) software like SAP Business One to manage your operations. But what is the purpose of SAP Business One ? This software is designed to help you manage every aspect of your business with a single integrated solution.
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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Why Fractional CFOs Must Embrace FP&A Automation During this Market Downturn
The Finance Weekly
JUNE 22, 2022
With a recession looming, many Fractional CFOs (FCFOs) are worried that they will lose their customers due to budget cuts. However, by implementing FP&A automation, their customers will be provided a more in-depth analysis that will set them up for any scenario that can occur in the coming months. In addition, it will create a far more efficient process that will allow FCFOs to take on more customers and add value.
The Fed Isn’t Bluffing: The Real Threat of an Upside-Down Depression
CFA Institute
JUNE 23, 2022
Paul Volcker restored the Fed's credibility through suffering. The Fed's leadership knows that it must pursue a similar course today.
Predictable spend can flip view of legal as cost center
CFO Dive
JUNE 23, 2022
Every CFO's in-house legal team has matters with well-defined outlays. The department should aim to realize those easy wins to show control is within reach, a budget specialist says.
Cloud-Based ERP for Small Business
Navigator SAP
JUNE 20, 2022
The term “ERP” (Enterprise Resource Planning) was introduced in the 1990s to describe software that helps manage and automate end-to-end business processes across a company. In the early days, ERP systems were implemented on premise on a clients’ own servers. With the advent of cloud-based computing (also known as Software-as-a-service or SaaS), which allows users to access software via the internet, large ERP systems have also adopted the cloud model.
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.
How Can a CFO Impact Your Customer Acquisition Cost and Lifetime Value?
CFO Simplified
JUNE 19, 2022
We all understand that customer acquisition cost (CAC) and lifetime value (LTV) are all about data. It’s about information—and a CFO lives and breathes the data that’s involved in running your company. So, let’s talk about how a CFO can impact your customer acquisition cost and the lifetime value of that customer. Better yet, we have Larry Chester , President of CFO Simplified on camera to answer the question: “How can a CFO impact your customer acquisition cost and lifetime va
Why Banks Are Ready to Embrace Fintech Partnerships
FISPAN
JUNE 24, 2022
FISPAN recently hosted a webinar on Banking & Fintech Partnerships detailing how Fintechs can support Banks’ API, open banking, and embedded finance initiatives. Read on to learn about the many benefits a bank can obtain when partnering with the right Fintech. The webinar ‘ Friend or Foe? 5 Ways Fintechs, APIs & ERPs Unlock Hidden Business Banking Revenue’ is currently available on demand for a limited time.
Technology literacy is key for candidates aspiring to the CFO seat
CFO Dive
JUNE 24, 2022
Fostering greater technological literacy and taking on the responsibility of growing and enhancing their organization’s data utilization could be one way future CFO candidates differentiate themselves from the pack come hiring.
Benefits of SAP Implementation
Navigator SAP
JUNE 18, 2022
An ERP (enterprise resource planning) software gives businesses the ability to manage and automate their core business processes and operations. SAP, a German company, is the leading manufacturer of ERP systems, offering both on-premise and on-cloud solutions. SAP ERP software solutions have added value to organizations of all sizes, helping businesses revolutionize their operations for enhanced productivity and profitability.
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.
CFO vs Controller – What’s the Difference?
CFO Simplified
JUNE 23, 2022
Some small business owners have CFOs working for them. The owner is likely proud that they have prepared their company for the next great leap forward through their strategic staffing decision. It’s not unusual in a small company for the accounting manager to become the controller and then become the CFO. But without the requisite education, mindset, and experience, just having more years on the job doesn’t prepare the person for that role.
Vu Studio Founders Share Their Journey
CFO Alliance
JUNE 24, 2022
The post Vu Studio Founders Share Their Journey appeared first on CFO Alliance.
FASB preps to revamp 'outdated' accounting for software
CFO Dive
JUNE 23, 2022
FASB’s latest move comes as the typically slow-moving U.S. standard-setter has been on something of a tear lately, grappling with hot-button issues including cryptocurrency and goodwill.
How To Optimize Operations In Times Of Uncertainty
VCFO
JUNE 23, 2022
Using Competitive Insights to Optimize Operations in Times of Uncertainty. The country is experiencing economic uncertainty. Whether you believe a recession is imminent or overblown media hype, the potential only makes the importance of tightening up operations more important. It’s never a bad time to reassess and implement improvements. Optimizing operations now will put you in the best shape to get through whatever winds up happening on the recession front.
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
Client Experience and Value
Focus CFO
JUNE 24, 2022
Does the Client Experience Create Real Financial Value for a Business? Peter Geise on the Client Experience Group Podcast. FocusCFO’s Peter Geise sits down with Judy Bodenhamer of the Client Experience Group for the latest episode of their podcast, Shed a Little Light. Judy taps into Peter’s strong financial background to journey into the financial realities of investing in Client Experience (CX) initiatives, and if CX can create tangible value for a business.
Why Your Employees Should Know the Basics of Digital Forensics
Financial Analyst Insider
JUNE 24, 2022
Hackers pose an enormous threat to businesses both big and small. Companies that wish to avoid these risks must be proactive in how they protect. The post Why Your Employees Should Know the Basics of Digital Forensics appeared first on Financial Analyst Insider.
Successful AI deployment relies on finding key talent: Gartner
CFO Dive
JUNE 23, 2022
CFOs should implement four key behaviors to drive AI in finance out of its infancy and see quicker returns, according to Gartner.
Disconnected finance and operations teams can expose businesses to new risks
Future CFO
JUNE 23, 2022
Disconnected finance and operations teams can damage growth and competitive advantage, said KPMG recently when releasing results of a global survey of 1,300 business leaders. Survey highlights. Just 38% of senior executives within the two functions are “very satisfied” with the alignment of objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) across the two teams.
Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close
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