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. […]
Summary While financial systems are generally slow on the uptake when it comes to digital transformation, the current market demands the swift adoption of cutting-edge technology. Even the most up-to-date system you maintain today will be obsolete in a matter of months or even weeks. It is vital that a company’s finance digitalisation is governed […]
Summary In the current business landscape, forming a competitive advantage and sustaining it can prove to be impossible. The right approach to continuous optimisation and evolution, however, can offer a business a better chance at survival. What is the main purpose of reporting? Reporting on financial performance is a regular business practice. The insights provided […]
Summary Europe has taken a turn for the green in recent years but the fulfilment of these goals rely on industries and companies supporting them—swiftly. Critical sectors, however, are falling behind, and financial institutions are among them. ESG priorities have been a governing force of sustainable development over the years, but reports show that financial […]
Summary The move towards greater sustainability in finance, with a focus on ESG priorities, is set to become an industry worth €1.2 trillion over the next few years. It is clear that sustainability is the future of the industry, which means that bottom lines will soon begin to depend on meeting these priorities. Sustainability supports […]