Future CFO

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The future of technology emerged as the top risk of concern of today and tomorrow for organisations in the Asia-Pacific region, according to a recent survey by advisory, broking, and solutions company WTW. This finding came even considering the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and technology in driving change in the next 10 years.

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Future CFO

APRIL 4, 2025

It has been an imperative for accountants to keep up with the technological advancements in the market, and understanding artificial intelligence now raises key challenges for finance professionals. AI risks are diffuse, meaning a collaborative approach to risk management is ever-more vital.

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Future CFO

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Delving into the key trends shaping the treasury landscape in 2024, the focus is on themes such as staffing challenges, macroeconomic risks, technology adoption, and strategic financial management. Staffing challenges and technology adoption Staffing emerges as a central theme for corporate treasurers.

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CFO Talks

JULY 23, 2024

This article aims to provide practical, actionable insights into effective risk management strategies that you can implement within your organization. Understanding Risk Management in the CFO Role Risk management is an integral part of the CFO’s stewardship role.

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Global Finance

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Modular systems and automation are revolutionizing FX risk management, enhancing visibility, agility, and adaptability. With FX risk management, adaptability is critical because every company has its own risk profile shaped by its market, currencies, and business model.

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Future CFO

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

As businesses navigate their way around various technological advancements, finance teams are faced with the task to integrate analytics and automation into their existing processes, determining at the same time which specific system to transform first for maximum operational impact.

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Future CFO

APRIL 25, 2024

Affin Bank’s Vision is to be the most creative Financial company in Malaysia: creative in terms of innovation and technology, creative in terms of unrivalled customer service and creating value for our shareholders, customers, and people, explained Rodrigues. Suddenly a deep understanding of accounting and finance is not enough.

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Future CFO

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Providing support to an organisation's finance team is a must in intensifying the focus on risk management. In the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants' Rethinking Public Financial Management report, 73.4% of respondents believed risks to their organisations would increase in the future.

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Global Finance

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The DORA will require banks to elevate the importance of relationship-building with critical third parties and buttress their cyber-risk management. The initiative will establish a framework to strengthen the European financial sector’s capability to better defend against cyber threats.

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 23, 2023

When it comes to third-party risk management, organisations are redefining their approaches, with a focus on talent and strengthening the role of executive leadership on third-party risk management teams, said Deloitte recently when releasing results of a survey.

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Global Finance

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Investment in our technology and architecture remains our key priority as we endeavor to meet our clients complex needs through simple, elegant solutions. Morgan , which takes home both the Best Execution Algorithms and the Best DeFi Crypto FX Platform awards, employs innovative technologies to execute trades efficiently and effectively.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Only 58% of executives in sectors like healthcare, technology, and financial services have conducted a preliminary assessment of AI-related risks, despite the widespread adoption of the technology.

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Future CFO

MARCH 12, 2025

That is why it is only customary that chief finance officers and finance leaders have mastered how to get around risks, handling the evolving landscape of fraud and payments to always be prepared amid emerging technologies and shifting regulatory demands. Today, this approach is bolstered by AI and machine learning.

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CFO Plans

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This proactive approach not only aids in financial risk management but also equips businesses with the foresight needed to navigate uncertainties confidently. A Comprehensive Approach to Risk Mitigation Risk mitigation for businesses involves a holistic approach that encompasses both financial and operational aspects.

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Global Finance

MARCH 21, 2025

From great-power competition to technological shifts and a fractured trade order, todays volatility is reshaping global business. You have to really incorporate geopolitics into your existing risk management frameworks and its centrally important that those risk management frameworks have a voice at the Board.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Whether through guiding a company through periods of expansion or navigating complex challenges, I am motivated by the potential to make a significant impact. Additionally, I plan to stay engaged in continuous learning, ensuring I remain adaptable and well-versed in the latest business trends and technologies.

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CFO Plans

MARCH 10, 2025

Establishing clear payment terms, offering early payment incentives, and utilizing innovative technology to streamline invoicing are crucial measures. Proactive Payroll Risk Management Proactive Payroll Risk Management is paramount when facing client payment delays.

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Further, risk management is another area where the CFO shines. Sustainable goals often involve investing in new technology processes or even entering a new market. As the CFO is keen to assess and mitigate those risks, the organisation can be assured it is not just chasing goals.

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The Finance Weekly

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

This issue hampers forecasting accuracy, risk management, and resource allocation. Without accurate insights, businesses struggle with forecasting, risk management, and resource allocation. Manage Risk and Uncertainty Identifying risks early helps businesses prevent financial losses and adjust strategies effectively.

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CFO Plans

APRIL 1, 2025

In the exhilarating realm of technology startups, ambitious entrepreneurs and CEOs are on a relentless quest for rapid expansion. This foundational integration supports Scaling Business Risk Management, allowing systems and processes to evolve seamlessly as the company grows.

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Global Finance

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Wang attributes AI Skynet’s success to its robust technology: “For each transaction, the AI model can evaluate 100,000 fraud rules within 30 milliseconds.” Sustainable AI Development After years of testing, CTBC identified six mainstream technologies that underpin their digital evolution.

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Global Finance

MARCH 20, 2025

They are now using technology as a lever to reduce costs and innovate. According to S&P Global Ratings, operational costs for European banks increased by over 4% annually from 2021 to 2023 , emphasizing the need for effective cost management strategies. For the technology to be most effective, it requires a strong data foundation.

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CFO News

MARCH 4, 2025

The insurer has achieved a ninefold increase in policy issuance while reducing headcount by 20 per cent, through technology investments. CFO Gopal Balachandran outlines the companys focus on health insurance expansion, regulatory compliance, IFRS 17 preparedness, and its approach to profitability and risk management.

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Global Finance

APRIL 4, 2025

Reforms aimed at enhancing entrepreneurship and innovation also create new opportunities for NBK to expand our retail and wealth management services. Al Fulaij: In line with Kuwait Vision 2035, NBK identifies high growth potential in renewable energy, technology, digital transformation, health care, logistics, and contracting.

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Future CFO

MARCH 10, 2025

Current industry research suggests that AI technologies are gaining traction among finance professionals navigating a complex landscape marked by rapid change. However, the adoption rate varies significantly across the region, influenced by technological maturity and cultural attitudes towards innovation.

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Future CFO

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Developing specialised expertise expertise—whether in fundraising, M&A, technological transformation, or another key area—can set you apart as a leader.” This requires expertise beyond finance, including knowledge of the global economy, market trends, laws and regulations, business strategy, and emerging technologies.”

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

The analyst further suggests that application leaders must understand the technologies and frameworks that underpin a composable approach to set the scene for AI-enabled wins. For example, AI automates risk management and cash forecasting processes using machine learning to generate more accurate and timely predictions,” he elaborates.

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Future CFO

MARCH 3, 2025

Technological advancements, evolving market demands, and a heightened focus on sustainability are converging to reshape the finance landscape. CFOs, controllers, and management accountants must embrace agility and foresight to thrive in this dynamic environment. The finance function is undergoing a seismic shift.

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Future CFO

MARCH 11, 2025

This evolution is particularly pronounced in Asia, driven by factors such as rapid economic growth, increasing regulatory complexity, and the accelerating pace of technological change. Driving continuous improvement in PPM "CFOs must champion strategic investments in technology and automation solutions to support this growth," asserts Kumar.

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Future CFO

APRIL 26, 2023

The talent challenge is now becoming a table stake for all leaders, with 55% of respondents to the same PwC Pulse Survey acknowledging this as a serious business risk, 78% that plan to enhance their cyber risk management, and 42% who want to see accountability for climate change governance being assigned to a person-in-charge.

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CFO News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

As businesses gear up for 2025, TCI Group CFO Ashish Tiwari outlines the evolving role of CFOs, emphasising strategic planning, risk management, and technological proficiency as essential skills for future leadership.

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Future CFO

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Technological Disruption : The emergence of new technologies, including generative AI, requires banks to adapt quickly. Banks invest heavily in technology to enhance user experience and streamline processes through artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 26, 2020

Western Union recently partnered with Integral for a new risk management mechanism called Integral BankFX. Western Union will use Integral’s technology for its electronic foreign exchange (eFX) risk management technology across the Western Union Business Solutions program.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 9, 2020

The benefits for Google include a unified and accurate supplier record, the ability to integrate supplier qualification and segmentation with other procurement processes, and compliance for supplier risk management throughout the supply base.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Other benefits, the release says, include extended pre-approvals for card spend, better security when paying with virtual card technology and using the card payment cycle to better management working capital for buyers. customers to thrive in this challenging environment by empowering them to pay using virtual Card technology.

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Global Finance

MARCH 4, 2025

You may see organizations taking the hit on holding additional inventory to avoid more costs later, but it all boils down to lead time, she says, citing the difficulties companies face in trying to use inventory planning to minimize tariff risk. In the past, we used to say that cash is kingin the current environment, data is king.

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Future CFO

JANUARY 15, 2025

The report, AI at a crossroads: building trust as the path to scale , seeks to shed light for business leaders regarding the development of effective AI governance as they traverse the road of technological advancements. That is why it is important that the Finance function is ahead of its way in dealing with all possible outcomes.

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