CFO 4.0 - The Future of Finance
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 Future of Finance
233. Finance Transformation Live - Future Proofing your Finance Software Architecture
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In this month's Finance Transformation Live host Hannah Munro explores how finance leaders can design scalable, resilient systems that adapt to change and support long-term growth.
Key topics covered:
- The four pillars of future-proof finance architecture: data, APIs, expandability, and maintenance
- Why multi-dimensional data structures are essential for reporting, AI, and agility
- How to evaluate API strength, integration flexibility, and vendor transparency
- Avoiding common pitfalls like over-customisation, poor data design, and dead-end system configurations
- Building layered tech stacks to support FP&A, BI, automation, governance, and collaboration
- Planning for continuous improvement: training, upgrades, and staying ahead of business needs
Links mentioned:
- Previous session: Finance Record to Report Maturity Model
- Connect with Hannah Munro
- Building Out Your Finance Data Strategy
- Reporting Tools in Sage Intacct
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