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CFOs' guide to business travel cost management

Future CFO

To be prepared, CFOs must keep in mind of the following for better business travel cost management : Utilising new technology CFOs are increasingly leaning on sophisticated travel management systems that offer not just data but insights. CFOs are championing a hybrid model, blending virtual and in-person meetings.

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Expect SG&A budget cuts in 2020 says Gartner

Future CFO

A Gartner survey of 317 CFOs and finance leaders on March 30, 2020, revealed that due to COVID-19 62% of respondents are planning some cuts to selling, general and administrative (SG&A) budgets in their organizations in 2020. Figure 1: Which SG&A functions will likely have their budget cut by more than 10% in 2020?

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How finance leaders must handle rising cloud costs

Future CFO

To effectively manage cloud costs, finance leaders need to take a proactive approach and establish robust cost management practices. Cloud cost management involves analysing and optimising cloud spend to ensure that organisations are getting the most value for their investment.

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How CFOs can stay attuned to evolving market trends

Future CFO

This will serve as a guide for CFOs to embrace change, prioritise cost efficiency, and stay attuned to the ever-changing technological landscape. Navigating financial instability Ongoing discussions of inflation and budget cuts echo across global organisations. This results in CFOs re-emphasising fundamental financial practices.

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From Necessary Evil to Mission Fuel: The Strategic Role of Nonprofit Financial Statements

The Charity CFO

This information is crucial for financial planning, budgeting, and identifying potential areas of revenue growth. Evaluating Expenses : Evaluate the expenses incurred by the nonprofit, such as program expenses, administrative costs, fundraising expenses, etc. The Charity CFO specializes in nonprofit accounting and bookkeeping.

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What to look for in nonprofit accounting financial statements

The Charity CFO

Functional classifications include program costs, management and general costs, and fundraising costs. You should set goals, create a budget , and compare the budget to the actuals from your financial statements. This may sound confusing at first, but it’s actually pretty straightforward. Get the free guide!

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Podchats for FutureCFO: Action items to accelerate finance transformation

Future CFO

In an IBM Global C-Suite study , two-thirds of CFOs surveyed confirmed that their agenda includes taking an active role in developing strategy, driving growth, reducing costs, managing risks and providing insights. Why is artificial intelligence important to the CFO and the finance team? Sanjay Patil.

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