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How CFOs are responding to the supply chain crisis

CFO Talks

Whether it’s a stuck ship in the Suez, sanctions or a factory shutdown in Shenzhen, CFOs are shackled by supply chain issues. . Purchase order lead times in South Africa reached a multi-decade high in the first quarter of 2022, according to a survey by the Bureau for Economic Research. They found that almost seven out of ten manufacturers listed raw material shortages as a production constraint. .

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Is ERP Good for Small Business?

Navigator SAP

For small businesses and small business owners as a whole, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) can play a major role in their overall success. Specifically, ERP refers to a type of software that organizations can utilize as a means of managing any day-to-day business activities.

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Navigating the Digital Transformation of Finance

Beacon CFO Plus

by Rob Joseph, Director, BeaconCFO Plus. “Digital transformation is no longer the preserve of the CIO. In the 21st century, CFOs and finance teams have vital roles to play in harnessing the power of data and technology to drive efficiency and growth.”. – Jeff Thompson, Forbes. We’ve been talking about the digitalization of the finance industry for a while now.

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ERP for Small Consumer Products

Navigator SAP

Getting access to and implementing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software can often be daunting to small businesses that specialize in small consumer products. However, this does not have to be the case, as numerous services and apps are available that make this process more straightforward than ever. Still, you might be asking yourself, why should a small consumer products company even bother with implementing an ERP software solution?

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Planning Your Restaurants Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Nearly one third of employers balk at pay transparency: study

CFO Dive

With more states requiring pay disclosures, companies and their financial executives need to develop a consistent national strategy, said Mariann Madden of WTW.

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Pics from Future Proof Festival 2022

The Reformed Broker

Thank you all for coming and for all the amazing feedback for the event we threw this week. It was a long time in the making and such a whirlwind. I am still recovering and resting up. I will have more to say soon, but for now here are some great shots of Future proof 2022. The post Pics from Future Proof Festival 2022 appeared first on The Reformed Broker.

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Why Cloud ERP is a Great Fit for CDMOs

Navigator SAP

Contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs) face unique challenges. They’re outsourced to handle drug and therapy development as well as to manufacture pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and biological materials. And beyond that, they are often a key part of research and development prior to manufacturing as well.

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CFOs need to ‘get smart’ about ESG reporting

CFO Dive

“ESG requirements are changing the landscape of corporate America,” said Lisa Edwards, president and chief operating officer of SaaS firm Diligent.

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RIP Financial Conferences

Barry Ritholtz

The traditional finance conference was murdered this week. A stake was driven through its heart by innovators tired of the old ways. It was, to be fair, a mercy killing. Living in the past, running on inertia, nobody bothered to tell the patient that it was time to say your goodbyes before we pull the plug. The industry had forgotten why it even exists: To serve an audience that wants to get out of the office, hang with its peers, and learn how to be better at what it does.

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How Automation is Driving Efficiency Through the Last Mile of Reporting

Speaker: Jamie Eagan

As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”. We’ll deep-dive into why digitalization is no longer a choice, but a necessity for finance departments to stay competitive in a fast-paced environment touching on: 2024 trends for the Office of

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Understanding Unrelated Business Income in Nonprofits

The Charity CFO

If you know only one thing about 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations , you probably know that they don’t pay federal taxes on their income. . But what if I told you that’s not always true? It’s true that due to their uniquely valuable societal contributions, such as charitable actions or educational priorities, nonprofits receive tax exemption for income from activities substantially related to their primary purpose. .

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ERP for Small Wholesale Distribution

Navigator SAP

With the fast evolution of technology, many aspects of doing business have also changed. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software has brought many benefits not only to big companies but also to small businesses.

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SoundHound CFO keeps focus on growth, profitability as inflationary pressures loom

CFO Dive

The voice-enabled AI and former Nike CFO is chartering a path to profitability even as economic uncertainties continue to plague financial heads across industries.

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10 Weekend Reads

Barry Ritholtz

The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of Volcanica coffee, grab a seat on the aisle, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • An economist studied popular finance tips. Some might be leading you astray : Thinkfluencers versus economists: Economists may know a lot about how people should act. But, as an empirically minded behavioral economists, we recognize that people don’t act this way.

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Register Now: Sneak Peek Into Close Automation SkyStem Web Demo

Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, email, and shared drives no longer have to slow us down. Join us as we present a "sneak peek" recorded demo of SkyStem's month-end close solution – ART. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.

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POV: Why CFOs can’t ignore privacy and compliance in 2023

Future CFO

In June 2022, after two years of delay, the Thailand Personal Data Protection Act B.E.2562 came into effect. The act aims to create greater transparency and accountability whilst handling personal data, bringing changes to the privacy landscape for businesses. Thailand is following other markets in Asia that have seen governments finally come to terms with the importance and necessity of formalising data privacy protection and regulation.

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Cost of ERP System for Small Business

Navigator SAP

Suppose you are a small business owner interested in utilizing the power of implementing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software. In that case, the costs associated with this implementation of ERP for a small retail business may have crossed your mind.

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Slowing economy could mean boost for budget-friendly litigation finance

CFO Dive

The appeal of litigation finance — which has evolved into a $17 billion business — could rise in a slowing economy as investors warm to non-correlated assets.

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1983 Porsche 911SC Coupe (EV?)

Barry Ritholtz

Earlier this month, we discussed the idea of Electrifying Classic Cars. I spoke to several people and decided to work with a shop in Austin, Texas. After reviewing the process, costs, and timeline, I put down a deposit. Note there is a one-year waiting list before your spot in the queue comes up for work to even begin. Step 2: Decide on a model and date range to convert.

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Accounting Software and ERP Readiness Guide

In this white paper, we explore the factors to consider in deciding whether the time is right for your Company to consider a new ERP or accounting software, the total cost of ownership and plans necessary to make the potential leap to these systems.

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4 Ways To Take Your Bank to the Next Level

FISPAN

Banks are at a turning point. Technological advances and hyper-personalization have radically shifted the expectations of their business customers. At the same time, a looming economic downturn further threatens the future of long-standing institutions. Despite these changes, banks are still best positioned as businesses’ dominant financial service providers.

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Cash Basis vs. Accrual Basis: What’s the Difference?

CFO Simplified

There are two different ways of performing accounting functions in your business: One is on a cash basis, and the other is on an accrual basis. More often than not, your tax accountant is doing your taxes on a cash basis. Why? They don’t want you to pay taxes on money that you haven’t received yet. However, running your operating financials on a cash basis is the WORST way to prepare your financials.

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30% of CFOs see economic downturn triggering layoffs: study

CFO Dive

CFOs expect potential layoffs, workforce retention challenges and move to implement cost-cutting measures as an economic downturn becomes more likely.

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Steve Jobs Archive

Barry Ritholtz

The Steve Jobs Archive is now up and running. I have been playing about it a bit, there is a lot to explore. The post Steve Jobs Archive appeared first on The Big Picture.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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The Fed’s “Time of Testing”: Is This Where the Trouble Will Stop?

CFA Institute

“This is a time of testing -- a testing not only of our capacity collectively to reach coherent and intelligent policies, but to stick with them.” -- Paul Volcker.

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Charts tell the story: The Federal Reserve has room to move (and keep) rates higher

Tips Watch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com When I was a kid, my parents encouraged me to open a “passbook savings account” at a nearby savings & loan. As I recall, that account was paying 5% interest. At the time, I wasn’t impressed.

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Private companies grapple with FASB lease accounting rules

CFO Dive

Private companies have voiced concerns about the complexity of updated lease accounting rules, a FASB staff member reported Wednesday.

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Webinar- Insights to Connecting your BRIM and Finance Systems for a State-of-the-Art Recurring Revenue Model

Bramasol

You want a flexible, end-to-end solution to enable your new business models for subscription, consumption, usage and revenue sharing. In this webinar you will learn the 4 key areas of focus for ensuring your back-end and customer facing systems are working together including compliance, cash management, AR/AP and others. You will hear key insights gained from over 100 transformative projects that helped enable rapid growth and Fortune 500 companies prepare for and execute new business models for

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PowerPoint Best Practices for Creating Stellar Presentations

Mastering data visualization in PowerPoint will help accelerate your career because it positions you as someone who can present data that drives business decisions forward. think-cell's PowerPoint Best Practices eBook was created specifically for professionals aiming to master the art and science of data-driven storytelling. What’s inside: Practical Insights: Uncover valuable tips for crafting engaging and persuasive presentations.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (Sept 17-18)

Nerd's Eye View

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with a report from Future Proof, dubbed the “world’s largest wealth festival”, held this week on(!) Huntington Beach, California. In addition to being held outdoors, the event stood out from ‘standard’ industry conferences in other ways, from the wide scope of its content to the diverse makeup of its attendees.

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U.S. inflation rose 0.1% in August: What it means for TIPS, I Bonds and Social Security COLA

Tips Watch

This report is going to roil financial markets. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Surprises, surprises. Financial markets, which had been rallying over the last week on expectations of falling prices, got an inflation reality check today: Seasonally adjusted U.S.

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ESG ratings firms show ‘significant shortcomings’: study

CFO Dive

ESG ratings providers, while gaining from rising demand for their assessments, are unreliable in gauging risk and return, Stanford University researchers said.

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