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How smart contracts can create a competitive edge
A smart contract is an electronic agreement that uses computer programming and blockchain technology to execute without third parties.
Tariff talk worries some business executives
Rising costs and prices were among the concerns.
US companies are finding fewer candidates
Staffing problems are a challenge in a hot economy.
4 issues for CFOs to ponder
These opportunities in risk management, hedging, and cybersecurity could lead to improved organizations.
Patagonia: A case study in managing a mission
Patagonia’s commitment to specificity now provides a backbone for some of the company’s boldest decisions.
The CPA’s role in forming benefit corporations
Public benefit corporations aim to create value for all stakeholders. Finance professionals can help in the creation and management of these increasingly common enterprises.
The board’s role in promoting an ethical culture
A board of directors can promote ethical behavior throughout an organization by prioritizing corporate culture, watching for red flags, and setting clear expectations.
SEC unveils goals for next 4 years
The three goals’ aim is to help the commission improve its ability to react to and employ new technologies.
How to improve workflow to achieve operational excellence
Process improvements in three key areas can improve workflow and provide finance with more time for analysis and advisory duties.
Wage garnishment — what employers should know
The employer is responsible for calculating the garnishment amount, withholding it through its payroll process, and forwarding payments to the correct agency or creditor.
Putting predictive analytics to work in hiring
Employers that once relied on observation and interview techniques can now use data to approach the hiring process in a more systematic fashion.
How to recruit the best job candidates
Understanding candidates’ motivations and carefully crafting job descriptions can give employers an advantage in recruiting, says Sarah Dobek, the founder and president of Inovautus Consulting.
Tariff talk worries some business executives
Potential trade conflicts between the U.S. and economic partners give 38% of finance decision-makers reason for moderate or significant concern.
How formal ERM implementation can help federal agencies
Federal government entities are embracing risk management practices that can help them make better decisions and be more transparent.
How audit committees can evaluate lease accounting implementation
The standard starts to take effect next year.
U.S. companies keen on hiring, but they see fewer candidates
A rising number of accounting executives say their businesses plan to hire in the coming year, a quarterly survey by the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants shows.
Giving employees skin in the game
Educating employees in a fun way about profitability paid dividends for one CFO and her company.
Draft guidance applies ERM principles to ESG risk
COSO is focused on complex, entity-level risks.
Beyond Boomers and Millennials: Bridging the generational gap in the workplace
Robby Riggs reveals what younger workers really want from an employer, and shares practical steps leaders can take to create rapport between older and younger employees.