CFO 4.0 - The podcast for future focussed CFOs
Welcome to CFO 4.0, where we explore the dynamic landscape of Financial Leadership in the era of Technology 4.0. I'm your host, Hannah Munro, Managing Director of itas, a pioneering Financial Transformation consultancy.
In this podcast series, we unravel the intricate connection between cutting-edge technologies and the financial domain. It's more than just adopting tools; it's about cultivating the skills necessary to navigate and spearhead the transformative journey within Finance.
CFO 4.0 embodies the archetype of the Financial Leader in the future — a fusion of strategic visionaries and tech-savvy innovators. As the CFO role swiftly evolves from a mere cost controller to a strategic influencer, each transition opens up novel possibilities. Tune in as we share valuable insights and guidance from inspirational CFOs and finance leaders every episode, empowering you to revolutionise your processes, people, and data.
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CFO 4.0 - The podcast for future focussed CFOs
195. Financial Transformation Live: Ensuring a Successful Finance Systems Implementation Project
In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro, Managing Director of itas, shares her extensive experience in financial transformation and project implementation. Learn how to ensure the success of your next financial transformation project by following best practices and avoiding common pitfalls.
Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:
- A refresher on Kotter’s Change Cycle and how it applies to financial transformation projects.
- Pre-implementation activities
- Insights on dealing with team resistance, capacity management, and team buy-in.
- Key phases of successful financial system implementation
- Training and testing tips to ensure smooth onboarding and successful adoption of new systems.
- The importance of data migration and how to ensure accuracy in your new system.
- How to navigate the go-live phase with a proactive approach and risk management.
- FAQs on common concerns like hiring external resources, testing schedules, and building super users.
Links mentioned:
- September FTL: Ensuring a Successful Finance Systems Implementation Project
- Revisit previous Financial Transformation Live sessions
- CFO 4.0 Monthly Briefing
- Financial Transformation Live Feedback survey
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