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The value of SaaS in a post covid business world

At the beginning of this year, a total of 87% of public sector businesses surveyed by UKCloud indicated a desire to move their traditional IT systems into the cloud. The implications of the pandemic have resulted in a surge of cloud adoption in the UK, like many businesses not in the cloud were forced to […]

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Why the finance industry is deploying natural language processing

As volumes of data continue to increase, natural language processing is emerging as an important element of financial analysis. Businesses are continuing to embrace machine learning to enable quicker and more efficiently informed decisions. Financial analytical businesses are shifting their attention towards natural language processing to analyse data significantly faster and more accurately than possible […]

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How performance management software can support small businesses through challenging times

Information can deliver vital insight and important benefits for small businesses and performance management tools can enable leaders to understand more about their employees. Understanding what your employees are capable of performing is a critical aspect of managing and operating an efficient workplace. Daily observations do provide some insight for senior managers but it doesn’t […]

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The vital role of a CFO

Leading members of the finance industry explain how businesses can transform and maintain performance levels through the pandemic. Financial leaders are playing a vital role in managing businesses through the pandemic and associated economic challenges. A recent study by CFO Research combined with FTI Consulting interviewed 325 chief financial officers and senior executives to get […]

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Oracle Financial – Banks and corporate industry working together can improve supply chain financing

The recent economic challenges have accelerated the need for businesses to focus more on supply chain management, and in many cases, this requires added support from banks. Vikram Gupta, the head of the banking product engineering group at Oracle Financial Services explains that access to capital can be a challenge, and the pandemic has only […]

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Post pandemic cloud data platforms to play a significant role in financial services

Financial services businesses are accelerating the development of digital transformation initiatives and migrating towards the cloud. With rising demands from customers and an increase in stricter compliance and regulatory standards, the financial services industry will only benefit more but utilising the potential of cloud data platforms. The businesses that have taken the steps towards implementing […]

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Google Cloud and Anaplan partner to transform enterprise planning

The launch of a recent partnership between Google Cloud and Anaplan will enable an expanded availability of high performance, global, scalable infrastructure. Google Cloud and Anaplan confirmed the joint partnership to enable Anaplan’s platform for enterprise planning combined with business performance on Google Cloud. Representing the first public cloud offering for Anaplan, the partnership will […]

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Predictive Analytics – vital tool in supporting finance leaders manage uncertainty

Predictive analytics enhance financial processes by providing key insights into potential problems in a business and possible opportunities. The pandemic has created a significant period of uncertainty, with many businesses being forced to rethink their strategies. The finance leader, along with the CEO will be the leading force in navigating a business through uncertain times […]

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How can finance teams make the most from investment in Business Intelligence?

As the finance industry realises the potential of data analytics, investment in business intelligence tools continues to rise. One challenge is ensuring analysts are provided with enough time to utilise the full potential of these services and not bombarded with other business-related activities.  A lack of structure can lead to a disjointed approach to data […]

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Finance teams must learn and embrace the power of analytics

The pandemic has caused a transformation of plans and priorities for many industries. Something that a business may have taken for granted has become a major asset in the current climate. In the finance industry, Covid-19 has had an instant and dramatic impact on the value associated with certain roles in finance. Finance professionals and […]

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AppZen introduces innovative analytics service, providing an AI-driven on-demand finance solution

The global leader in AI solutions for finance AppZen is launching Mastermind Analytics. The new service is an innovative analytics AI service that identifies spend risks and generates a set of recommended measures. The platform provides finance teams with the necessary information regarding trends and a clear assessment of success or areas that require additional […]

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Data represents the foundation for digital innovation in the financial industry

The demand for data-driven technology and innovation in the financial services market is surging, as data continues to take a more important role in the operations and management side of a business. From enhancing processes and retaining customers to improving security, data-driven technology has evolved into an essential technological solution for several challenges facing the […]

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