Overcoming the challenges of backend payment processing

PayPal takes care of a whole stack of back-end payment processing to deliver for its customers. Let’s take a look under the hood.

Sept. 11, 2023

New KPMG task force to zero in on ‘responsible AI’

The group’s creation comes as concerns surrounding the ethical use of generative AI tools continue to grow.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 8, 2023

Explore the Trendline➔

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

Shutterfly CFO steps down, ex-Philips exec to take over

Jan Paul Teuwen will take the finance reins at the San Jose, California-based digital imaging company, with a focus on driving “lasting growth.”

By Alexei Alexis • Sept. 7, 2023

SaaS moves to usage-based pricing as enterprises optimize tech spend

Software providers shift to pay-as-you-go billing to bolster revenue growth and give customers more flexibility. 

By Matt Ashare • Sept. 6, 2023

CFOs are ‘squarely’ in ERP decision process, Deloitte’s Farhat says

Transformation is a key way for CFOs to cut costs and boost profit, but finance chiefs need to keep compliance front and center, Deloitte’s Isa Farhat advises.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 6, 2023

More tech sector layoffs coming: AlixPartners

High interest rates, slowing customer demand and over-hiring during the COVID-19 pandemic are driving tech executives to sharpen their profitability focus.

By Alexei Alexis • Sept. 5, 2023

Most CFOs aim to ‘build a new business’: McKinsey

Top financial executives have shifted to a more optimistic point of view after focusing during the past 12 months on containing credit, liquidity and market risks.

By Jim Tyson • Sept. 5, 2023

SEC cyber rules go into effect, raising stakes for CFOs

Armed with its new rules that expand on prior guidance, the regulator could be poised to double down on aggressive cybersecurity enforcement, experts say.

By Alexei Alexis • Sept. 5, 2023

Salesforce CFO: Boost from AI, price hikes will ‘take a while’

Neither price increases nor investments in artificial intelligence will likely boost the company’s revenue significantly this year, CFO Amy Weaver said.

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 31, 2023

HP blames ‘external environment’ as revenues shrink

Cautious enterprise customer spending and delayed purchase decisions contributed to a mixed fiscal third quarter, CFO Marie Myers said.

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 30, 2023

Salesforce’s on-prem clients face cloud migration pressure: Gartner

The SaaS company is raising on-premises subscription license fees for its “Tableau” data analytics tool, signaling its intention to continue migrating customers to the cloud, Gartner analysts said.

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 29, 2023

Corporate boards expand cybersecurity risk oversight: EY

The recent study shows Fortune 100 chief information security officers are growing more closely engaged with their boards and C-suites.

By David Jones • Aug. 29, 2023

Cyber insurance providers increase scrutiny on enterprise risk, report finds

Policyholders face higher costs and additional exclusions, even as the market stabilizes, a study on behalf of Delinia found.

By David Jones • Aug. 29, 2023

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Enterprise as hyperscalers grow AI marketplaces

Though ChatGPT sparked the generative AI wave, hyperscalers are positioning themselves as all-inclusive shopping destinations for large language model solutions.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • Aug. 29, 2023

For new CFO hires, culture is key, DHR Global exec says

Facing fast-emerging technologies and economic headwinds, CEOs are looking for CFOs who “think like them,” DHR Global’s Jeanne Branthover says.  

By Grace Noto • Aug. 28, 2023

Unlock the full potential of digital transformation in Finance and Accounting for CFOs

Ever-evolving technology that can improve efficiencies while reducing risks and optimizing costs should be explored and exploited for their potential benefits to the organization.

By Venu Gopal Yenduri and Lalitha Narni • Aug. 28, 2023

Cyberattackers have upped their game. Have a recovery plan ready.

With a good plan, data can be quickly restored after a ransomware attack, bringing systems back online without the need for a hefty payment to a cybercriminal, writes Object First’s Anthony Cusimano.

By Anthony Cusimano • Aug. 28, 2023

How CFOs can trade ‘Dr. No’ role for stickier customers

Advances in AI can help executives balance the tension between cost efficiencies and satisfied customers, AlixPartners’ Saurabh Singh and Jason McDannold assert.

By Saurabh Singh and Jason McDannold • Aug. 24, 2023

NVIDIA revenue jumps 88% amid AI ‘race’

The race to adopt generative AI is on — and NVIDIA is determined to be the leader of the pack.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 24, 2023

Versapay CFO leans on data amid ‘perfect storm’

Veteran finance leader Russell Lester sees those in his profession grappling with significant challenges, including macroeconomic pressures and the rising need to function as data experts.

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 22, 2023

SaaS prices jump 12% on average: Vertice

Salesforce is one of the many enterprise software vendors that have jacked up their prices in the last 12 months.

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 22, 2023

Prophix CFO: Taking your place as a strategic leader

The days of CFOs “being passive” in an organization are over, Prophix CFO Ryan Van Hatten says.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 21, 2023

Finance leaders fight to lure tech-savvy staff: Selby Jennings exec

Flexible tech-first opportunities are the key to luring Gen Z talent to one’s finance department, Selby Jennings’ Ben Hodzic says.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 18, 2023

Walmart’s AI push prioritizes customer experience, personalization

"Ultimately, the power of generative AI or any technology is only as good as the data that powers it," CEO Doug McMillon said Thursday.

By Roberto Torres • Aug. 17, 2023

SEC cyber rules ignite tension between reputation and security risk

The rules, which take effect Sept. 5, encountered mixed reactions. Some champion board-level cyber accountability. Others say the rules are too big of a lift.

By David Jones • Aug. 15, 2023