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How CFOs enhance performance with data and automation
The protection of financial performance has always focused on numbers, and today, big data and automation are enabling finance leaders to take key performance indicators to a higher level. While the acceleration of new data has generated more opportunities to improve KPIs, managing that information and converting it into clear and actionable insights has proven […]
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The new era of AI is focused on delivering better decisions
We are entering a new level of intelligence, but many businesses are yet to harness the potential of AI. Big tech companies have been data-focused since the beginning. Smaller businesses with more conventional foundations, however, weren’t built with the capability to utilise AI in their daily operations. Until now, utilising such potential was completely out […]
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Focus areas for data and analytics in 2022
Like all technology, big data is progressing, and as we start the new year, it is an ideal time to explore what opportunities exist and what areas need improving. This year represents a critical time for big data, AI and analytics, with more businesses anticipating progress and better results for their organisations. Here are some […]
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What can finance teams expect in 2022?
As we’ve experienced over the last few years, change doesn’t necessarily make everything better, but it has been necessary, and those that fail to embrace it risk being left behind. The global pandemic has accelerated the UK economy to its limit, highlighting the importance of many processes associated with the finance sector. While many innovative […]
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Data analytics and the remote workforce
Before the pandemic hit, senior leaders had a relatively clear vision of how the future workplace should progress for their business. While measures and strategies vary from one to another, the consensus was that action plans would happen primarily in the office environment. Over the last year, many businesses have firsthand experience of the benefits […]
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The impact of digital transformation on the fintech industry
Onguard’s fintech measurement tool has been monitoring trends and changes over the last few years. The latest data from the Visma Onguard Fintech barometer indicates that the number of businesses intending to implement a digital transformation strategy within the next 6 to 12 months has doubled since 2019. The Fintech Barometer consists of an annual […]
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What COP26 commitments mean for the finance industry
Climate strategies need to be supported by clear strategies and data. Finance leaders will play a leading role in creating the necessary plans and delivering sustainability reports. The climate summit ended with several commitments and announcements targeting climate action and requiring significant implications for businesses and organisations. Countries agreed to adopt the Glasgow Climate Pact […]
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How finance leaders are accelerating their focus on data
How can finance leaders leverage analytics and cloud systems to improve their business functions? Our workforce today is experiencing significant change. Technology and the rise of automotive products are transforming how processes are done and how senior leaders manage their business, particularly in the case of CFOs. In the last year, digital technology has accelerated […]
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Highlighting the power of data to drive innovation in the finance industry
Unleashing the power of new data cloud solutions requires a smarter approach towards BI. For those operating in the financial services industry, Snowflake has become an established leader. The cloud-data platform is already used by approximately 6 out of 10 of the financial industry Fortune 500 companies. Now the business is looking to introduce a […]
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COP26: How data and technology can facilitate climate action
For the first time, finance is a vital part of the COP26 climate summit, highlighting the role finance plays in supporting the economy towards net zero. Finextra, an attendee of COP6, listened to the ‘Green Horizon Summit’ by the Green Finance Institute, a daily insight running throughout the conference. Expert industry speakers from technology, climate […]
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How big data can transform your business
Big data has been a trending term for some years and represents a significant potential that many businesses are only starting to appreciate. Years ago, most big data came from a range of sources such as CRMs, billing and browsing activity. Today, data science is more dependent on external data sources, generating information that could […]
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How the pandemic has shown us the true power of data
The pandemic has increased the focus on the importance of data analytics in measuring risk, encouraging businesses to invest more in training and upskilling their employees. We are in a time where information is critical. Data is generated faster than ever before, and more specifically, data analytics enables businesses to maintain pace with technological advancements […]