by Controllers Council | Sep 16, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence (AI), Technology
Artificial intelligence has moved far beyond static dashboards and basic reporting tools. A new generation of “agentic AI” systems is beginning to reshape how finance professionals manage reconciliation, reporting, and forecasting. Agentic AI refers to autonomous...
by Controllers Council | Aug 26, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data, Technology
Businesses in virtually every industry are exploring ways to integrate artificial intelligence into their day-to-day workflows. However, effectively implementing AI requires rock-solid data infrastructure. While this is traditionally viewed as an IT problem, the...
by Controllers Council | Aug 13, 2025 | Cloud, Technology
Cloud computing has transformed the way businesses operate, offering scalability, flexibility, and faster deployment of digital initiatives. However, with these benefits comes a new set of financial challenges: If they are not actively managed, cloud services can...
by Controllers Council | Jul 29, 2025 | Technology
Microsoft Excel is a tool that every finance professional knows all too well. Many love it, some despise it, and a few are indifferent. If your team is still clinging to Excel and adheres to the “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” mindset, it’s time to consider the...
by Controllers Council | Jul 24, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence (AI), Controller Insights, Technology
The concept of corporate finance upskilling is by no means new. However, upskilling is no longer a strategy you turn to when faced with a challenge such as hiring freezers or talent shortages. The best organizations use upskilling proactively. One of the best...
by Controllers Council | Jul 15, 2025 | Crisis Management, Technology
The current tech layoffs continue to pile up in 2025. The mid-year total was roughly 72,000 layoffs spread across 150 companies. What started as isolated hiring freezes rapidly escalated into widespread layoffs, which are impacting organizations of all sizes. While...
