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CFOs play it safe on AI spending

CFO Dive

Close to two-thirds (62%) of CFOs responding to a Deloitte poll anticipated an allocation of less than 1% of their organization’s budget for GenAI next year.

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CFOs prioritize employee compensation in budget allocations, reveals Gartner survey

CFO News

Amidst the financial landscape of 2024, CFOs are intensifying their focus on elevating employee compensation, as revealed by a recent survey conducted by Gartner Inc., reflecting evolving trends in budget allocations and retention strategies.

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A financial controller's guide to IPO readiness

Future CFO

An initial public offering , or an IPO, undeniably poses both an opportunity and a challenge for a company. According to Controllers Council , with changes in the political climate and interest rates, opportunities can open as quickly as they close. While an IPO provides an infusion of capital, it’s not without its drawbacks, as finances will be analysed thoroughly and reporting will be adjusted.

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Tired of Manual Invoice Processing? See How SAP AP Automation Can Save You Time!

Navigator SAP

In this video demonstration, we'll show you the difference between the traditional, manual way of processing invoices in SAP and the power of automating this process using SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP). In this quick demo, you'll see: Manual Invoice Entry : We'll start by demonstrating the time-consuming steps involved in manually entering invoice data, including keying in information and performing three-way matches.

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How to Navigate Revenue and Expense Management: Competitive Insights for Financial Success

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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Redefining Leadership in the Age of Digital Finance

CFO News

Authored by Hardik Navdhare, Executive Director at Target Publications, this piece explores how modern CFOs navigate a tech-driven landscape, leveraging technology, data, and strategic innovation for financial success.

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10 Weekend Reads

Barry Ritholtz

The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of coffee, grab a seat by the fire, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • How a Physics Whiz Made a Fortune Betting on Nature’s Catastrophes : John Seo used his scientific knowledge to develop a winning formula for trading catastrophe bonds — a market that’s booming thanks to climate change and inflation. ( Bloomberg Green ) • How neuroscience can help you make tough decisions – with no regrets : Most people are too risk-averse when it

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Leveraging ERP for Enhanced Decision-Making in Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Navigator SAP

An informed decision is always better than a guess. That’s why data is so important for food and beverage manufacturers today. With a food and beverage ERP (enterprise resource planning solution), manufacturers can upgrade their decision-making processes through better visibility and both enhanced data and analytical capabilities. The benefits of ERP data analytics in manufacturing are many.

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India to play a larger role in globalisation in coming decades

CFO News

India has emerged as a bright spot on the global map and the world is looking at India with a big hope. While the lead economic indicators are showcasing remarkable improvement, the recent study also shows that India will be an integral part of globalisation in the coming decades.

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Cube taps Workday alum to drive tech, finance synergy with new $20M funding

CFO Dive

Workday alum Suresh Bala will keep his eye on the goals of the CFO as he taps the new funding to elevate Cube’s FP&A offerings, he said.

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How To Streamline Finance Operations Through Automation

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.

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10-year TIPS reopening auction could reach real yield of 2.0%

Tips Watch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The U.S. Treasury on Thursday will offer $16 billion in a reopening auction of CUSIP 91282CJY8, creating a 9-year, 10-month Treasury Inflation-Protected Security.

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Sustaining transformative leadership to drive growth and value

Future CFO

The future starts today, not tomorrow. The future is now. With the future of finance circling the management across functions, the formation of the right concoction of capabilities, and the establishment of a strong data foundation, it is expected that finance leaders look into strategies to not only succeed but also sustain transformative leadership.

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Why are India's FDI inflows slowing down?

CFO News

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India has witnessed a significant downturn, declining by 38.4% year-on-year to $15.41 billion in the first ten months of the current financial year.

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Boeing to spend $4B plus to fix safety, supply chain woes: CFO

CFO Dive

The aerospace company’s finance chief on Wednesday detailed some of the financial implications of the safety issues that have have recently plagued the company.

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Empowering Business Travel: The CFOs Guide

Business travel is more than just a line item. It’s a strategic opportunity to align with your company’s goals and empower your employees. With 60% of employees dissatisfied with the ease of booking and modifying travel plans, there’s a significant opportunity to improve travel management. This one-pager explores how to transform travel into a powerful tool for organizational success.

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Identifying Your Own “Soft Assets” To Turn COIs Into Powerful Referral Champions

Nerd's Eye View

Soliciting prospect referrals can often be an effective way for financial advisors to grow their firms with clients who are ready to act and who will benefit from the firm since many referrals come from sources that are familiar not just with the advisor and the services they offer, but also with the prospect being referred and the needs they seek. This is particularly true when referrals come from Centers of Influence (COIs) – professionals who are trusted by their circles to influence id

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New Recurring Revenue Solutions in the Global Semiconductor Industry

Bramasol

In recent years, the semiconductor industry has experienced a roller coaster ride of widely swinging changes in both challenges and opportunities. During the pandemic, the mass movement to work-from-home scenarios and heavy reliance on networked applications drove demand up at the same time that global supply chains were severely disrupted. Then, in the past two years, the meteoric rise of artificial intelligence with generative-AI applications popping up seemingly everywhere has been driving an

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India's direct tax collection grows 20% to Rs 18.90 lakh crore till March 17

CFO News

India's fiscal prowess shines through as direct tax collections surge to Rs 18.90 lakh crore in FY 2023-24, accompanied by a notable rise in gross collections and advance tax figures.

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FASB backs off bigger software accounting revamp

CFO Dive

It's been decades since the Financial Accounting Standards Board has made any major changes to GAAP accounting rules for software.

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Top 3 Secrets to Staying Relevant with Gen Z

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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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (March 23-24)

Nerd's Eye View

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the SEC has recently been cracking down on firms for recordkeeping failures related to electronic communications, including their use of text messaging with prospects and clients. Which could serve as a warning to firms to heighten their supervision of their advisors' texting practices and whether they are being recorded properly (perhaps with the help of available archivi

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Generative AI & Business Policies

VCFO

Generative AI is Here. Are Your Policies Ready? If you’re a business owner or executive who doesn’t yet fully understand generative AI, you may be adopting a wait-and-see approach before establishing a policy regarding its use in your workplace. Generative AI, however, is not waiting around and has likely already made its way into your business in some form or another.

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Pernod Ricard India eyes market expansion through acquisitions, partnerships and new products, says CFO Richa Singh

CFO News

Pernod Ricard India, led by CFO Richa Singh, strategically expands in the alcohol-beverage sector. Singh emphasizes growth amid challenges, citing market opportunities and potential benefits from the UK trade agreement.

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Private firms, not-for-profits reckon with CECL

CFO Dive

Many not-for-profits and private companies are just beginning to grapple with the new rules for current expected credit loss accounting.

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Breaking New Ground: Managing Innovation Fatigue With Effective Automation

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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Kitces & Carl Ep 134: Helping Clients Who Can’t Ever Get To ‘Enough’ (And When They Don’t Really Want To)

Nerd's Eye View

For many financial advicers, helping long-time clients identify and progress toward their goals eventually transitions into conversations around the best ways to enjoy the fruits of their labor once they reach them. Yet, for some clients, making the shift into retirement (or any other new stage of their lives) can often be a challenge for myriad reasons, which places the advisor in a unique position to help these clients understand the roadblocks they face and explore ways to overcome these obst

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10-year TIPS reopening auction gets a real yield of 1.932%

Tips Watch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Blame it on the Fed. Early this week, it looked likely that today’s reopening auction of a 10-year TIPS — CUSIP 91282CJY8 — would generate a real yield to maturity of 2.0% or higher.

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Bikaji Foods target 12% market share growth in next three years, CFO prioritizes margin expansion

CFO News

Bikaji Foods International, under the guidance of CFO Rishabh Jain, unveils an ambitious growth strategy targeting a 12 per cent market share in three years. With a keen focus on maximizing capacity utilization, expanding into new regions, tapping into rural demand and enhancing margins, the company demonstrates a comprehensive approach to sustainable growth.

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Fed forecasts three, quarter-point rate cuts in 2024, holds main rate steady

CFO Dive

Central bank officials upgraded their projection for 2024 growth to 2.1% while predicting unemployment will end the year at 4%.

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Secure SaaS Success: Embedded Finance as a Competitive Advantage

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.