Summary Many experts are discussing the possibility of a global recession in 2023, but businesses should not panic. By implementing proactive strategies to address different areas of your business that could be impacted by an economic downturn, you can rest assured that your business could be recession-proof. Having a good understanding of your cash flow […]

Summary  As the needs of consumers, companies, industries, and nations change all over the world at breakneck speed, numerous challenges continue to arise for companies to build up defences and supporting structures. Finance transformation presents many opportunities in this regard. In order to make the most of the value it can inject into your core […]

Summary A value chain is concerned with creating value at every step of a company’s operation from designing its product or service to delivering and supporting its future in the marketplace.  It has quickly become a vital part of measuring a company’s competitive advantage and ability to not just survive but succeed in the cutthroat […]

Summary Our current understanding of all that digital transformation can bring has never been more substantial than it is today. Unfortunately for companies, however, in addition to the multiple global challenges they face, staying aligned with the digital disruption taking over their industry has come to represent a large part of their success. In this […]

Summary Risks abound in the contemporary market, and while a business cannot distance itself from every single one of these risks, what it can do is establish a risk management framework that helps identify and categorise these risks.  The three main approaches to risks are avoidance, mitigation, and acceptance, which accounts for a range of […]

Summary  Sustainability may not be a recent goal, but it has gathered importance in recent years and is now a priority that is prompting swift policy changes and action by industries and governments around the world.  While the European Union has already set its sights on carbon neutrality by 2050, European companies must take steps […]

Summary  The past two years have been defining moments for the business landscape, characterised by rapid changes and short-term survival strategies.  In 2022, businesses must start looking to the future and taking strategic steps to drive new priorities and strategies that will change the course of industries as a whole.  More investments will be made […]

Summary A business is constantly vulnerable to external threats, from global crises like COVID-19 to changes in the financial market. While a company may not be able to prepare for or protect itself from every crisis that may come its way, proactive steps to ensure lasting efficiency and mitigate rising risks can create a more […]

Summary  A company’s financial strategy plays a pivotal role in determining how well a company will be able to respond to the challenges and priorities of the year ahead. After the events of 2020 and 2021, it is clear that crisis preparedness will take centre stage regardless of any other priorities that govern the landscape.  […]