by Controllers Council | Oct 6, 2023 | Controllers, Risk Management
In the intricate realm of corporate finance, the only constant is the presence of risk. Whether driven by global economic shifts, regulatory changes, technological disruptions, or unforeseen calamities, you face several threats every day, and given the potentially...
by Controllers Council | Jun 19, 2023 | Risk Management, Supply Chain
While 2023 saw long-anticipated improvements in the global supply chain, many companies are still experiencing major disruptions in their operation and distribution networks. Financial executives can play an important role in mitigating supply chain risk. By working...
by Neil Brown | Nov 30, 2022 | Economics/Economy, Foreign Exchange, Risk Management, Treasury
Not since the 1980s have we seen the type of exchange rate volatility in the world’s major currencies that we’ve seen recently. (see volatility charts below for 1980s and recent) For example, just in the past three months the Euro has fallen 3.46% against the US...
by Controllers Council | Jan 19, 2022 | CFO Insights, Governance, Risk Management
International bodies, communities and individuals, are demanding that businesses look beyond profits to environmental and social impacts. Many firms have allied with the United Nations to help achieve its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). But businesses are...
by Controllers Council | Aug 3, 2021 | Cybersecurity
Cyber threats are multiplying, and businesses are the major targets. Statistically, small business are more likely to get attacked. 43% of all cyber threats are targeted on small businesses. This is not white noise. There have been certified reports of businesses...
