Stories by Claudia Pirko
Could improved intercompany financial management make your supply chain more resilient?
Tue, 31st Jan 2023
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supply chain & logistics
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erp
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financing
Here in Australia and around the world, the pandemic was a huge wake-up call for businesses and organisations of all stripes and sizes.
Why it makes sense to turn your finance function into a powerful business asset
Wed, 21st Sep 2022
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fintech
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rpa
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careers
Giving the members of your finance team the chance to develop professionally is good for their careers and your business.
Top tips for making your finance transformation program a resounding success
Fri, 12th Aug 2022
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digital transformation
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fintech
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cloud services
Automating your enterprise's finance function is a savvy move, but careful planning and execution are crucial.
Ready to grow: How optimising accounts receivable can put your organisation in a prime position
Wed, 6th Apr 2022
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capital
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cloud services
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it debt
Up to now, the automation wave has largely bypassed the accounts receivable department but it’s time that changed.
IWD 2022: It’s time to eliminate the gender pay gap in the ICT industry
Tue, 8th Mar 2022
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dei
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ict
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women in technology
The gender pay gap in Australia persists across industries, including ICT, with a national gap of 14.2%. Women must negotiate for fair pay.
Vital assets: Why modernising your organisation’s finance function has never been more important
Mon, 24th Jan 2022
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digital transformation
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fintech
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security technology alliance
COVID-19 has highlighted the need for finance teams to adapt and invest in digital transformation, as outdated tools hinder growth and deter top talent.
Automate or perish: why it’s past time for finance departments to scrap the spreadsheets
Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
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digital transformation
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financial systems
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blackline
Financial planning and analysis software proves essential for businesses navigating the uncertain financial landscape post-COVID.
FY2022: Why it’s a prime time for businesses to optimise their accounting operations
Mon, 12th Jul 2021
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fintech
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financial systems
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accounting systems
As the economies of Australia and New Zealand bounce back from the COVID-19 crisis, finance leaders should be focused on technological transformation.
Transforming the finance department: is your enterprise trucking or trailing?
Mon, 19th Apr 2021
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fintech
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rpa
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digitisation
Australian enterprises are prioritizing automation and digitization to avoid future disruptions, according to research.
How more efficient financial management can help businesses bounce back after COVID-19
Fri, 12th Mar 2021
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it automation
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financial systems
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blackline
To date, less than 10% of organisations globally have embraced financial automation, according to research commissioned by BlackLine in 2020.
Why automating the finance function is critical for future growth
Fri, 27th Nov 2020
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financial systems
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cfo
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blackline
Mid-market organizations express greatest dissatisfaction with accounting and finance functions, due to manual processes and lack of automation, says survey.
Seven ways to increase trust in accounting processes
Mon, 2nd Nov 2020
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fintech
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financial systems
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accounting systems
Finance professionals find manual processes the most frustrating part of their roles, but there are ways to improve trust and automate accounting.
How process automation can help in a COVID-19 world
Fri, 18th Sep 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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blackline
Extended lockdowns and remote working have highlighted the need for process automation in organizations' financial processes.
Out of the office but still on the job: Continuous accounting helps finance departments carry on
Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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data analytics
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fintech
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martech
Aussie finance teams pivot to 'continuous accounting' amidst COVID-driven chaos, enabling remote work success.
Doing more with less: How RPA will assist finance departments in the new economy
Mon, 4th May 2020
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rpa
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blackline
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financial institutions
In today’s challenging economic climate, Australian and New Zealand finance professionals are under pressure to up their output and contain costs.
Tomorrow's CFO: Chief bean counter or strategic change leader?
Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
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financial systems
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rpa
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blackline
In 2020, CFOs in Australia and New Zealand are evolving from traditional finance overseers to strategic change leaders, driven by RPA and data insights.
Why confidence in your data is the key to long-term business success
Fri, 11th Oct 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Highly accurate financials are crucial for trust and brand reputation, but errors can be damaging. Implementing systems for accuracy is key.
Why finance and IT must work together to implement RPA
Tue, 9th Jul 2019
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data analytics
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fintech
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planning
In Australia and NZ, finance and IT must collaborate closely to effectively implement robotic process automation, enhancing productivity and efficiency.
It's time for businesses to start building trust from the bottom line up
Mon, 8th Oct 2018
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cloud services
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data management
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opinion
Australian businesses, including big banks, are facing a trust problem as a Royal Commission reveals dubious practices.