CFO strategies for cost-cutting, efficiency, and productivity in challenging times

As businesses worldwide continue to embrace e-invoicing and real-time reporting, tax authorities are seeking to boost tax revenue, reduce fraud, and gain a more accurate view of business activity.

While the UK is still developing its regulations, many other regions have made significant strides in e-invoicing. It’s highly probable that the UK will follow suit and implement similar regulations soon. Failing to comply could lead to risks and liabilities, making it crucial for companies to stay informed about future developments and recommended practices.

Stay ahead of the curve and attend our forthcoming webinar: Preparing for the Future of E-Invoicing: global trends and expectations for the future | Contentive (livestorm.co)

How do CFOs approach cost-cutting while ensuring efficiency and productivity

Cost-cutting is a common practice for many businesses, but for CFOs it is a delicate balancing act. On one hand, reducing expenses can help increase profitability. But on the other hand, cutting too deeply can harm efficiency and productivity Read more

Addressing the ‘darkside’ of AP/AR automation

Rachael King

AP/AR automation can help businesses achieve improved forecasting, cost reduction, and increased productivity but only when applied properly Read more

The importance of M&A for a CFO’s growth strategy

Siyamtanda Capa

M&A is one revenue stream many businesses are considering in their pursuit of growth. CFOs play a vital role in identifying targets and managing integration, but should they be doing more? Read more

Democratising the trade finance process through digitalisation

Sammie Eastwood

Trade finance offers exceptional growth opportunities for businesses looking to trade internationally, but has sadly lagged behind other services due to its complicated nature and high barrier to entry. Surecomp streamlines this process through digitalisation helping to unlock greater access to all businesses Read more

How persistence and agility led to Ultima’s CFO achieving success

Siyamtanda Capa

Despite being told ‘no’ repeatedly, Tasmin Ashmore was adamant she wanted to be a CFO; she says persistence and agility helped her land her dream role and continue to propel her Read more

Dassault Systèmes' strategic plan for achieving net-zero by 2040

Siyamtanda Capa

French software company Dassault Systèmes is on the path to net zero. By forming strategic partnerships and refusing to compromise in its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, the business is on the right track Read more

22 May , 2023

How do CFOs approach cost-cutting while ensuring efficiency and productivity

Addressing the ‘darkside’ of AP/AR automation

The importance of M&A for a CFO’s growth strategy

Democratising the trade finance process through digitalisation

How persistence and agility led to Ultima’s CFO achieving success

Dassault Systèmes' strategic plan for achieving net-zero by 2040

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