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Forecasting Future Fraud: Q&A With Joanne Horton Of Warwick Business School

Global Finance

Weve got what we think is a rather exciting model, which we describe in a working paper, that helps forecast in advance the likelihood that a firm will go on to commit accounting fraud. So, they change inventory methodology, or they change their assumptions on revenue recognition, and they make it such that they beat these forecasts.

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How to Avoid Common Pitfalls in Technology Expense Management

E78 Partners

Effective technology expense management is essential for companies looking to optimize budgets and stay competitive in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. Businesses must develop a strategic approach that addresses common obstacles and ensures that technology investments align with their operational goals to avoid these issues.

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Optimising Budgets: Strategies for Effective Financial Forecasting 

CFO Talks

Optimising Budgets: Strategies for Effective Financial Forecasting Financial forecasting plays a crucial role in managing budgets effectively. However, forecasting is not just about guessing numbersit is a structured process that relies on analysing past data, considering present trends, and planning. Allocate resources wisely.

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Nail Your 2025 Forecast: 5 Ways to Align Sales and Budgeting

Focus CFO

Heading into 2025, accurate sales forecasting is more critical than ever. Economic uncertainties and rapid technological shifts make it essential to have a crystal-clear picture of your revenue pipeline. Here are five key ways to align your sales forecasting and budgeting processes for success in the year ahead.

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Acterys: Revolutionizing CIO & CFO Decision-Making

Welcome to the Future of Technology for CIOs & CFOs! Ever stood on the precipice of a technological revolution, feeling the energy of change? Acterys unveils a groundbreaking technology tailored for CIOs and CFOs. Ever been captivated by the whispers of a software that's not just innovative but genuinely groundbreaking?

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Predictive Forecasting

Jedox Finance

Although it is nearly impossible to predict the future, forecasting future market development and customer needs is an essential component of corporate strategy and planning. Predictive forecasting can help guide a company in growing more profitably and respond quickly to changes. What is Predictive Forecasting?

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Accenture, Winnebago, Maxar Technologies and more

CFO News Room

Darden Restaurants (DRI) – The parent of Olive Garden and other restaurant chains reported better-than-expected profit and revenue for its latest quarter, and exceeded analyst forecasts for same-restaurant sales. Maxar — whose technology powers the popular Google Maps app — closed at $23.10 Its stock rose 1% in premarket trading.