Finance to face ethical challenge or become ‘algocracy’
by Bija Knowles
Big data, machine learning and behavioural science could come together to make an algocracy more than just science fiction
Best Practices & Benchmarking
Background
There is no such thing as general Best Practice, only Good Practices that might be worth using as an indicator of possible practices in your department. Similarly, Benchmarks are not absolute truths.…
Read more“That doesn’t look right”
by Jack Large
Full automation still needs experienced FTEs who understand corporate treasury, so can question BOTs, APIs, AI and outsourcing output
Do we still need traditional financial metrics?
by Bija Knowles
How is the role of traditional metrics changing with new technologies and are financial metrics used today still relevant?
How AI will improve treasurer-bank engagement
by Jack Large
Alenka Grealish, Senior Analyst, Celent explains how use of artificial intelligence is changing corporate treasurer-bank relationship
Should corporates end quarterly earnings forecasts?
by Bija Knowles
Buffett and Dimon argue that the short-term focus of quarterly earnings-per-share guidance stifles long-term investments
3 strategies to make a success of new business opportunities
by Bija Knowles
Focus on strengthening core business before investing in new markets and ensure synergies between old and new
AI and automation can be very dangerous, even in corporate treasury department
by Jack Large
Distruction of the very fabric of society and loads of jobs is too much
Treasurers flirt with fintech but place trust in banks
by Bija Knowles
Treasurers and CFOs are increasingly attracted to digital channels and services provided by fintechs – but in a risky economic environment, partner banks still represent reliability and stability
Automated workflows – smart guides for your treasury processes
by Hubert Rappold , TIPCO Treasury & Technology GmbH
How to automate, design and document your process steps with the aid of workflows
RPA = Robotics Process Automation = Future of treasury?
by Jack Large
Robotics Process Automation will enable corporate treasury departments to do more with the same staff levels
Treasury is prime target for cyber-criminals
by Bija Knowles
While most corporate treasurers say their companies are implementing basic security measures, serious gaps in corporate cyber defence remain, according to a report by the EIU
Could you benefit from the continuous accounting model?
by Bija Knowles
KPMG and Blackline collaborate to offer an automated service that enables organisations to access financial data in real time – an approach they say is essential in today's businesses environment
M&A mega deals push values to record highs in H1 2018
by Bija Knowles
The value of M&A deals worldwide is likely to reach a high in H1 2018, with deals in January to April worth US $1.7 trillion and growth at “the fastest ever pace”, according to Deloitte
CFO skills and tools for digital transformation
by Bija Knowles
Industry 4.0 is giving rise to a new genre of CFO, with a deeper understanding of digital transformation – a new white paper outlines five of the key skills needed
Tax reform and BEPS drive challenges for companies in 2018
by Bija Knowles
More countries move towards lower-rate tax systems but tax reform in the US, as well as BEPS and EU anti-avoidance directives will shape how governments handle tax this year
Top 10 cybersecurity vulnerabilities and exploits threatening corporate systems
by Bija Knowles
What digital threats do companies face today? Ignoring new software security patches, unsupported systems and a lack of strong permission and user access controls are all part of the problem
Consumers already open to voice banking – will treasurers follow?
by Bija Knowles
Corporate banking often follows consumer trends and a recent study shows that the majority of consumers are open to the idea of voice banking using smart speakers
CFOs take lead in implementing blockchain fintech
by Bija Knowles
Most financial organisations are already adopting blockchain technology or are considering how to do so. And the CFO is often the primary decision-maker for new blockchain-based fintech
AI expanding in cash and treasury management but WHO is checking the results?
by Jack Large
Celent survey shows heavy development and usage of Artificial Intelligence in many systems and much more to come
What are your corporate treasury mantras?
by Jack Large
Mission statements are not enough
How Roberta and Rob are slashing Statoil’s treasury jobs
by Bija Knowles
Confirming what many have known for some time, automation is having a profound impact on the treasury function at some of the world's biggest multinationals
Beware potential risks in big data
by Bija Knowles
Big data enables far more detailed, tailored analysis of performance, behaviour and markets – but what are the potential risks? A report highlights some of the dangers – as well as the benefits
How much tax should corporations pay?
by Bija Knowles
Corporation tax in the UK has fallen to 19 per cent – but the other side of the coin is a society that has cut spending for hospitals and schools. An IPPR report suggests raising CIT to 24 per cent. Do you agree?
GDPR goes live on May 25: DOES IT IMPACT YOU?
by Jack Large
Are you liable to a fine of 4% of annual global turnover or €20 Million (whichever is greater) due to contravening GDPR regulations in the EU?