CFO Dive

JULY 31, 2023

To tackle outdated or redundant tech driving up IT spending costs, CFOs need to work with CIOs to create a “common plan,” LeanIX’s Christian Richter said.

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Navigator SAP

JULY 14, 2023

Most professional services organizations have completed digital transformation, which is the trendy way of saying that they’ve moved operations to the cloud. Now that most of these businesses are in the cloud, though, the next evolution has arrived: using the advantages of digital transformation to actually drive intelligent decision-making. Forget digital transformation.

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CFO News

JULY 4, 2023

​ETCFO exclusively discussed the role and responsibility of CFOs in delayed reporting of accounts with legal luminaries. What the law says over two crucial issues are the CFOs not equally responsible as auditors for delays or the lack of submission for financial statements and if it's only the auditors who have to resign over delayed submission of financial accounts - what does the law state about CFOs ?

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The Reformed Broker

JULY 4, 2023

You know Hancock and Washington and Franklin and Jefferson. You might even know Greene and Knox, Henry and Hale. And we know you know Hamilton, pretty tough to escape that one these days! But it is very unlikely that you know the name Haym Solomon. This is unfortunate, because he’s the guy who arranged financing to keep the Continental Army alive during its darkest days, finding the money to keep the revolution goin.

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Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!

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CFO Dive

JULY 25, 2023

While generative AI has potential, this “new generation of AI doesn't run well, at all, on the current computer infrastructure that banks have,” NVIDIA’s Malcom DeMayo said.

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CFO Talks

JULY 31, 2023

Written by Leigh Schaller At the recent CFO Africa conference, four CFOs shared their thoughts on managing the tech transitions and whether AI poses an existential threat to CFOs. CFOs (from left) Chengai Ruredzo, Veliswa Rozani, Averen Deonanan and Scott Farrell discuss the role of automation in the CFO landscape at the CFO African Conference in Johannesburg.

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Navigator SAP

JULY 7, 2023

Does it feel like the future has become more uncertain lately? If you and your business are worried about the direction of things, you’re not alone. The world has changed since the pandemic, and uncertainty about the direction of the business environment is a common sentiment. Confidence in the business environment decreased by more than 10 percent last year, according to the business sentiment index produced by business climate tracking firm, IBSWorld.

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CFO News

JULY 4, 2023

Default on loans stands at Rs 244 crore while on unlisted debt securities, it stands at Rs 220 crore. The Securities and Exchange Board of India had earlier found Rs 3,535 crore worth of fund diversion at Coffee Day Enterprises.

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Global Finance

JULY 23, 2023

Global Finance Magazine - Sticky inflation, interest rate hikes, and Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine are among the factors that will continue to chill IPO prospects.

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Speaker: Claire Grosjean

In today’s fast-paced business environment, finance professionals are under increasing pressure to optimize operations and drive strategic value. As a result, automation has become a core part of business strategy, offering unprecedented opportunities to streamline operations and drive efficiency. Join esteemed global finance and operations executive, Claire Grosjean, for a comprehensive guide on how to harness automation’s power through strategic collaboration with functional leaders.

Finance

CFO Dive

JULY 11, 2023

CFOs can use predictive analytics to avoid panic buying, anchor price bias and overpaying suppliers, Edmund Zagorin, an executive with the procurement platform Arkestro, writes.

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Barry Ritholtz

JULY 5, 2023

This morning, the WSJ reported that “Consumers expect to see 4.1% inflation a year from now, the lowest such reading in two years and down sharply from its recent peak of 6.8%.” There are some who believe this is good news, but as we pointed out in May , it’s a meaningless, lagging survey. In fact, it may be even worse than that, because it appears that some at the Federal Reserve actually believe the Fed’s own survey of consumers contains information.

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The Reformed Broker

JULY 21, 2023

Welcome to the latest episode of The Compound & Friends. This week, Michael Batnick, Sam Ro, Jack Raines, and Downtown Josh Brown discuss AI and the market, the meme economy, Nvidia’s rollercoaster year, the earnings recession, financial charlatans, Berkshire’s massive bet on Apple, and much more! You can listen to the whole thing below, or find it wherever you like to listen to your favorite pods!

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Navigator SAP

JULY 12, 2023

Navigator Business Solutions has been named to the Bob Scott’s Top 100 VARs for 2023.

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CFO News

JULY 3, 2023

According to the survey report by Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA), about 80 per cent of the employers plan to further train and upskill their existing employees working in finance, to keep up with the evolving field.

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CFO Talks

JULY 27, 2023

The new IFRS sustainability standards will impact businesses large and small, says Suresh Kana, trustee and deputy chair of the IFRS Foundation. Kana unpacked these standards and their sweeping consequences at the recent CFO Africa Conference. What the standards entail The two standards, named S1 and S2, were published on the 26th of June this year.

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CFO Dive

JULY 19, 2023

The new tool seeks to help finance teams deliver insights for business decisions more quickly. It uses the same kind of technology that’s behind Microsoft-backed Open AI’s ChatGPT solution.

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Barry Ritholtz

JULY 3, 2023

Barry Ritholtz, “Masters in Business” Radio and Podcast Host discusses the environment of hedge funds and the war on talent between them. He speaks with Romaine Bostick and Scarlet Fu on Bloomberg Markets: The Close Vast Majority of Hedgefunds Are Failing to Meet Targets: Ritholtz Source: Bloomberg See also : MiB: Ilana Weinstein Discusses the Hedge Fund War for Talent (July 1, 2023) The post Majority of Hedge Funds Fail to Meet Benchmarks appeared first on The Big Picture.

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Speaker: Brian Muse-McKenney, Chief Revenue Officer & Matt Simester, Cards and Payments Expert

In today’s world of social media, dating apps, and remote work, businesses risk becoming irrelevant or getting "ghosted" if they fail to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z consumers. In this new webinar, Brian Muse-McKenney of Episode Six and Matt Simester of Payments Consultancy Limited will reveal key considerations banks should factor into their efforts to develop target products for the next generation of bank customers.

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FISPAN

JULY 18, 2023

Read about FISPAN's experience at Sage Summit 2023, where Dorian Simon, Product Manager at FISPAN, shares insights on integrating bank treasury services into ERP systems like Sage Intacct.

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Future CFO

JULY 17, 2023

Faced with ongoing market volatility, the enterprise C-suite is leaning on its treasury teams like never before to protect company assets and to (ideally) also capitalise on competitive opportunities emerging from an unstable macroeconomic climate. Global corporate treasury leaders can serve as particularly essential strategic advisers right now— if they can harness the right data, analysis, and technology strategy to navigate choppy market conditions.

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CFO News

JULY 10, 2023

The Directorate General of GST Intelligence in the Centre and the Bureau of Investigation in States, which deal with the investigation based on intelligence inputs from various authorities or agencies, are the proper officers for GST offences, experts say.

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The Reformed Broker

JULY 24, 2023

The downloads for this episode as an audio podcast are among the fastest we’ve ever seen, with over 30,000 listens in the first couple of days and counting. This will go over 45,000 by week’s end. The YouTube video is on pace to do a similar number. Combine the two and you’re talking about one of the biggest audiences in finance for a podcast episode.

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Speaker: Gary Dmitriev

Our upcoming webinar aims to demystify the process of selecting and implementing automation tools for financial institutes. This session will provide your roadmap for vetting potential solutions, focusing on due diligence, vendor assessments, and aligning technology with strategic goals. We’ll also address the critical issue of innovation fatigue, offering tips on maintaining enthusiasm and momentum for new initiatives.

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CFO Dive

JULY 7, 2023

Initial public offerings may recover during the second half of this year amid slowing inflation, falling commodity prices and renewed stability in the U.S. banking system, EY said.

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Barry Ritholtz

JULY 8, 2023

The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • The Physics of Kaizen: Why Somebody Should Get Credit for Fixing Problems That Never Happened : Toyota’s culture of Kaizen: continuous improvement. It is an obvious statement: companies should be continually improving. Companies that are able to successfully adopt a culture and practice of Kaizen have the ability to establish a dominant position in their market. ( Taylor P

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CFO Talks

JULY 19, 2023

Written by Staff Writer South African CFO Club was recently part of the historic founding of the International CFO Alliance. But what does this mean for you? Access to bigger markets and global recognition, according to the new chairperson. “Imagine a CFO Club Africa Member being afforded an opportunity to apply… and being awarded an international CFO designation.

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Future CFO

JULY 9, 2023

Without a doubt, artificial intelligence (AI) is now a topic of interest among CFOs. How to properly channel this interest into the finance function remains to be seen. Gartner says to build an AI-driven finance organisation for the future will require a combination of technical and business skills that many finance teams do not have today. Mark D McDonald , a senior director analyst in the Gartner Finance practice , observes that there remains scepticism over AI's impact on the finance function

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Speaker: Ian Hillis, SVP of Growth at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms

Join us for an exclusive webinar hosted by Ian Hillis, SVP of Growth at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms, where he’ll explore the significant impact of embedded finance on the software industry! This session is designed to provide you with the strategic insights needed to navigate the future of SaaS successfully, all while gaining a deeper understanding of how these trends can enhance your competitive edge, boost revenue, and deepen customer loyalty.

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