- For CFOs: D2A2 Insights - 2026 Predictions and Prescriptions
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- The 2026 D2A2 Insights Predictions and Prescription webinar, with the authors of the annual D2A2 Insights Report, delivered a powerful session on the critical changes taking place digital, data, analytics and AI (D2A2). Buckle up for your ride into the future.
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Take Assessment Watch Video- Technology Investment Strategies for Business Success
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- It has never been more important for businesses to make the right technology investment decisions. Businesses currently spend an estimated 2 to 5% of their revenue on technology purchases. Studies show there is a strong correlation between profitable growth and well-aligned technology especially when the investments are focused on differentiating the business in the marketplace. Unfortunately, technology spending can sometimes be derailed by competing agendas, poor communications, and long wish lists. How can these important business investments move beyond the technical necessities needed to just “keep the lights on” and tackle improvements that solve the bigger problems businesses face today?
- CFO Talk: Improving Cash Flow with David Safeer
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- David Safeer , (https://cfo.university/library/contributor/david-safeer), is passionate about improving cash flow and maximizing the profits of his clients. In this CFO Talk he tackles these questions, 1. In your piece, Cash Flow Management: Being Unconventional, you note some dangers in following traditional cash flow advice. Would you fill in the blanks on why being unconventional is so important? 2. You propose a basic structure for implementing a solid cash management program. What are the steps?
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Governance & Controls – structure and controls.
Transaction Recording – systems, transaction processing and closing the books.
Reporting - efficient, timely and accurate information for decision making and meeting compliance requirements.
Accounting
Business Planning - provide the financial roadmap for the company with supporting analytics.
Financial Forecasting - integrate the company’s current performance relative to budget with the real-time business environment.
Investment Analysis - the framework to analyze new opportunities as they present themselves.
Finance
Cash Management - the discipline to ensure cash is available to operate the business normally.
Funding - Planning for and raising funds to meet the needs of the business.
Risk Management – Identification and mitigation of key business risks.
Treasury
Self-Awareness - Internal.
Team Building - External.
Strategy & Culture – Motivate people to follow you.
Leadership
Four Pillars of Executive Expertise
CFO.University is built around the Four Pillars of CFO Success. These Pillars are supported with Core Competencies. Our framework allows you to master your role as a senior financial officer. The Four Pillars are made up of:
Accounting – Governance & Controls, Transaction Recording and Reporting
Finance – Business Planning, Financial Forecasting and Investment Analysis
Treasury – Cash Management, Funding (Capital Raising) and Risk Management
Leadership – Self Awareness, Team Building and Strategy & Culture
