Testing AI in the finance function: McKinsey

In coming years, generative AI will be “table stakes” for all forward-looking finance teams, according to a McKinsey AI guide for CFOs.

By Alexei Alexis • Nov. 20, 2023

Leveraging AI to step up your CFO game in 2024

While the world is dreaming of big problems AI might solve, business leaders should look to use the technology to address specific company pain points, writes Vic.ai’s Anand Desai.

By Anand Desai • Nov. 20, 2023

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Digital transformation, one smart step at a time

As pricing pressures tighten margins and technologies like artificial intelligence evolve, finance chiefs are more closely scrutinizing the cost and returns of the tech tools they implement.

By CFO Dive staff

Palo Alto revenue surges amid ‘unprecedented’ cyberthreats

Escalating cyberthreats and related regulatory pressures are keeping customer demand high, the company’s CEO said.

By Alexei Alexis • Nov. 16, 2023

Next-gen CFOs: Forging a new path

The finance chief has long been more than a routine number-cruncher. For Gen Z, the route to the CFO chair will likely better reflect the role’s complexity.

By Grace Noto • Nov. 16, 2023

Finance teams lag behind HR, legal in AI adoption: Gartner

“CFOs want to be sure they can trust the technology, and part of that trust is understanding how it works and where it fits” within the finance function, Gartner’s Marco Steecker said.

By Alexei Alexis • Nov. 14, 2023

Escalating SaaS prices outpace CPI inflation

Software-as-a-service spending now accounts for 14.1% of a typical company’s expense line, up from 12.7% last year, according to research from Vertice. 

By Alexei Alexis • Nov. 14, 2023

How CFOs help reduce cyber risk

As a CFO, it is essential to wear several hats, including that of managing risk effectively.

Nov. 13, 2023

AppLovin’s FP&A leader to replace CFO

The current finance chief is stepping down to explore new career opportunities while remaining on the company’s board.

By Alexei Alexis • Nov. 9, 2023

MGM Resorts anticipates no further disruptions from September cyberattack

The company expects insurance to cover more than $100 million in losses stemming from lost bookings and disruptions at its Las Vegas properties.

By David Jones • Nov. 9, 2023

Nextdoor plans 25% staff reduction, as CFO resigns

The disclosures came as the social networking app provider reported a third quarter net loss of $38 million, compared with $35 million in the year-ago period.

By Alexei Alexis • Nov. 8, 2023

Half of cloud transformations are ‘abject failures’

As the technology matures, CFOs are asking CIOs to justify the business value of existing migrations, HFS CEO and Chief Analyst Phil Fersht said.

By Matt Ashare • Nov. 8, 2023

Microsoft-backed study shows AI investments producing returns

For every $1 companies invest in AI, they are realizing an average of $3.50 in return, the report says.

By Alexei Alexis • Nov. 7, 2023

Palo Alto agrees to buy Talon Cyber Security in M&A ramp-up

The agreement is Palo Alto Networks’ second acquisition of an Israeli tech startup since the start of the Israel-Hamas war last month.

By Alexei Alexis • Nov. 7, 2023

Slack CEO to depart after first year at the helm

Lidiane Jones will step down from the top role at the collaboration software company to lead online dating app Bumble on Jan. 2. 

By Roberto Torres • Nov. 6, 2023

A data governance blueprint for finance teams

Learn how CFOs can establish controls and cross-departmental partnerships for stronger data governance.

Nov. 6, 2023

An inside look at working capital management with SAP and Taulia

Businesses in every sector face challenges in managing cash, and at the heart of every stable firm sits working capital management.

Nov. 6, 2023

Verizon’s interim CFO lands permanent seat

The finance chief says the telecom giant is “on track” when it comes to priorities such as improving free cash flow and growing its wireless service revenue.

By Alexei Alexis • Nov. 2, 2023

PayPal CEO pledges ‘leaner’ business, names new CFO

Alex Chriss, who took the top post in September, tapped a new finance chief Wednesday and pledged to better focus the digital payment company's strategy.

By Lynne Marek • Nov. 2, 2023

SolarWinds CFO avoids charges in SEC action

A cybersecurity suit filed by the SEC names the company’s chief information security officer as a defendant but not its CFO, although the agency previously put both executives on notice.

By Alexei Alexis • Nov. 1, 2023

Amazon CFO credits AI with boosting ad business

The technology giant is leaning into machine learning as it seeks to improve the relevancy of the ads it shows to customers.

By Alexei Alexis • Oct. 31, 2023

Biden’s AI order calls for guardrails to protect workers

The effort highlights growing concerns in Washington over the risks posed by artificial intelligence as companies rush to adopt it.

By Alexei Alexis • Oct. 31, 2023

CFO, CIO need to be in ‘lockstep’ on software purchases: Olive CEO

To find the right software at the right price, CIOs and CFOs need to take a tandem approach on new technologies and solutions.  

By Grace Noto • Oct. 30, 2023

Buzzfeed taps treasurer for next CFO

The financial leadership shift comes as a move to AI-generated content failed to bolster the digital media company’s revenue.  

By Grace Noto • Oct. 27, 2023

Straddling the CFO, COO divide: Brex

As C-suite responsibilities change, the gap between roles such as the CFO and chief operating officer is narrowing.  

By Grace Noto • Oct. 26, 2023

Out of the shadows: Shining a light on AI use within your organization

If your policies don’t cover AI use by employees who aren’t aware they’re using it, or are using it outside official channels, it’s a good idea to create a policy to cover this growing shadow AI use. 

By Myriah Jaworski, Melissa Ventrone and Eric Rouseau • Oct. 24, 2023