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Modern Financial Reporting & Analytics: The Path to Business Success During Times of Volatility

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Every company wants to know about variances as soon as they occur so they can either exploit unexpected opportunities or take steps to mitigate losses. In many cases, it’s the business managers who need to do the investigating, not the finance team. It’s often used to compare actuals to plan in order to inform forecasts.

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For Manufacturers, Cash Management Is In Their Hands

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But there are an array of factors — sometimes beyond a company’s control — that can make executives all too aware of the link between business processes and cash flow. “We found the financial losses for manufacturing and distribution companies are twofold and mutually reinforcing,” Kelly summarized in a statement.