CFO Talks
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Whether it’s a stuck ship in the Suez, sanctions or a factory shutdown in Shenzhen, CFOs are shackled by supply chain issues. . Purchase order lead times in South Africa reached a multi-decade high in the first quarter of 2022, according to a survey by the Bureau for Economic Research. They found that almost seven out of ten manufacturers listed raw material shortages as a production constraint. .
Navigator SAP
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
For small businesses and small business owners as a whole, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) can play a major role in their overall success. Specifically, ERP refers to a type of software that organizations can utilize as a means of managing any day-to-day business activities.
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Beacon CFO Plus
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
by Rob Joseph, Director, BeaconCFO Plus. “Digital transformation is no longer the preserve of the CIO. In the 21st century, CFOs and finance teams have vital roles to play in harnessing the power of data and technology to drive efficiency and growth.”. – Jeff Thompson, Forbes. We’ve been talking about the digitalization of the finance industry for a while now.
Navigator SAP
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
Getting access to and implementing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software can often be daunting to small businesses that specialize in small consumer products. However, this does not have to be the case, as numerous services and apps are available that make this process more straightforward than ever. Still, you might be asking yourself, why should a small consumer products company even bother with implementing an ERP software solution?
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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CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Rising costs for transportation and other services suggest that inflation is gaining strength across the economy.
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Tips Watch
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
This report is going to roil financial markets. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Surprises, surprises. Financial markets, which had been rallying over the last week on expectations of falling prices, got an inflation reality check today: Seasonally adjusted U.S.
Navigator SAP
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs) face unique challenges. They’re outsourced to handle drug and therapy development as well as to manufacture pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and biological materials. And beyond that, they are often a key part of research and development prior to manufacturing as well.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
With more states requiring pay disclosures, companies and their financial executives need to develop a consistent national strategy, said Mariann Madden of WTW.
Barry Ritholtz
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The traditional finance conference was murdered this week. A stake was driven through its heart by innovators tired of the old ways. It was, to be fair, a mercy killing. Living in the past, running on inertia, nobody bothered to tell the patient that it was time to say your goodbyes before we pull the plug. The industry had forgotten why it even exists: To serve an audience that wants to get out of the office, hang with its peers, and learn how to be better at what it does.
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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Tips Watch
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com When I was a kid, my parents encouraged me to open a “passbook savings account” at a nearby savings & loan. As I recall, that account was paying 5% interest. At the time, I wasn’t impressed.
Navigator SAP
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
With the fast evolution of technology, many aspects of doing business have also changed. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software has brought many benefits not only to big companies but also to small businesses.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
CFOs expect potential layoffs, workforce retention challenges and move to implement cost-cutting measures as an economic downturn becomes more likely.
Barry Ritholtz
SEPTEMBER 10, 2022
The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of Volcanica coffee, grab a seat on the aisle, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • An economist studied popular finance tips. Some might be leading you astray : Thinkfluencers versus economists: Economists may know a lot about how people should act. But, as an empirically minded behavioral economists, we recognize that people don’t act this way.
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.
CFA Institute
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
A challenge awaits PE firms that amass funds to expand beyond their core competency.
Navigator SAP
SEPTEMBER 10, 2022
Suppose you are a small business owner interested in utilizing the power of implementing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software. In that case, the costs associated with this implementation of ERP for a small retail business may have crossed your mind.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 10, 2022
Lease accounting is one of three major standards currently undergoing post-implementation reviews, according to FASB spokesperson Christine Klimek.
Barry Ritholtz
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Earlier this month, we discussed the idea of Electrifying Classic Cars. I spoke to several people and decided to work with a shop in Austin, Texas. After reviewing the process, costs, and timeline, I put down a deposit. Note there is a one-year waiting list before your spot in the queue comes up for work to even begin. Step 2: Decide on a model and date range to convert.
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.
The Reformed Broker
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Thank you all for coming and for all the amazing feedback for the event we threw this week. It was a long time in the making and such a whirlwind. I am still recovering and resting up. I will have more to say soon, but for now here are some great shots of Future proof 2022. The post Pics from Future Proof Festival 2022 appeared first on The Reformed Broker.
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with a report from Future Proof, dubbed the “world’s largest wealth festival”, held this week on(!) Huntington Beach, California. In addition to being held outdoors, the event stood out from ‘standard’ industry conferences in other ways, from the wide scope of its content to the diverse makeup of its attendees.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
“ESG requirements are changing the landscape of corporate America,” said Lisa Edwards, president and chief operating officer of SaaS firm Diligent.
Barry Ritholtz
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
The Steve Jobs Archive is now up and running. I have been playing about it a bit, there is a lot to explore. The post Steve Jobs Archive appeared first on The Big Picture.
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
The Charity CFO
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
If you know only one thing about 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations , you probably know that they don’t pay federal taxes on their income. . But what if I told you that’s not always true? It’s true that due to their uniquely valuable societal contributions, such as charitable actions or educational priorities, nonprofits receive tax exemption for income from activities substantially related to their primary purpose. .
Centage
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Your business can use historical and recent business performance with the recurrent business cycle and seasonal trends to predict your organization’s financial performance in various scenarios. With this information, you can make critical strategic decisions, such as how much to spend on a major marketing campaign or whether to expand into a new market.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
PayPal SVP of Capital Markets Gabrielle Rabinovitch will step in for her second round as interim CFO as Jorgensen departs for medical leave.
Barry Ritholtz
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
?. The transcript from this week’s, MiB: Kristen Bitterly Michell, Citi Global Wealth , is below. You can stream and download our full conversation, including the podcast extras on iTunes , Spotify , Stitcher , Google , Bloomberg , and Acast. All of our earlier podcasts on your favorite pod hosts can be found here. ~~~. ANNOUNCER: This is Masters in Business with Barry Ritholtz on Bloomberg Radio.
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