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Robert Kugel on LinkedIn: Fundamental Change is Coming to ERP Systems

By the end of the 2020s, ERP systems will have a different look and fulfill a broader role in organizations. CFOs and controllers must have an ongoing process to evaluate how technology can improve both the department’s efficiency and its ability to deliver more timely, useful analysis and advice to the rest of the organization. To be successful, these executives will need to be less hesitant in adopting new technology and the new techniques that become possible. They also need to manage a department that can—and is willing—to adapt to more rapid change than in the past.

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SF Magazine: Considerations in Data Analytics Problem Structuring

There are three key elements that should be in place before kicking off a data analytics project – understand the real need, understand the users, and understand the problem complexity.

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FP&A Trends: 3 Ways to Organise FP&A Teams: The Pros and Cons

In general, there are three typical ways FP&A teams are organized – by function, by line of business, or by geography. What’s the best option for your team?

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FP&A Trends: Managing Fixed Costs During Uncertainty

When looking to reduce fixed costs, Karnawat suggests investigating these expense categories:

• Payroll and benefits
• Supplier relationships
• Outsourcing
• Cost of operations and value creation
• Culture

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