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FASB affirms revenue recognition clarifications
The US Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) affirmed narrow-scope changes and practical expedients to its revenue recognition standard.Why multinationals should prepare better for key risks
Risk management is abundant at large multinationals, but efforts to anticipate key risks show significant gaps, according to a global Deloitte survey. Find out how to better prepare for the worst.US companies align to control health care costs
Twenty large US companies have formed an alliance in an effort to rebalance relationships between corporate America and the health supply chain.Measures of success
Several case studies illustrate the importance of identifying drivers and leading indicators for financial success.An integrated approach to decision-making
Despite the deluge of data available to C-suite executives, senior leaders are still struggling to reach the right decisions, according to new CGMA research.IIA proposes changes to help internal auditors meet evolving demands
The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) proposed changes to its standards for internal audit professionals, with a goal of helping practitioners meet the evolving demands of today’s dynamic business environment.IFRS amendments require disclosures about debt financing liabilities
The changes are part of an initiative the IASB has undertaken to improve the effectiveness of disclosures in financial reports.European Commission issues anti-tax avoidance directives
The European Commission unveiled two proposed directives that are designed to coordinate European countries’ efforts to combat corporate tax avoidance.How technology is changing outsourcing
Technology is offering companies alternatives to outsourcing back-office processes in emerging economies and forces providers of traditionally outsourced services to rethink their business model.Regulation and geopolitical instability key concerns for CEOs in 2016
Over-regulation and geopolitical instability are the threats of greatest concern to CEOs in 2016, and these factors contributed to a sharp decline in confidence in global economic performance for the year ahead, according to a report by PwC.Revenue recognition, lease standards challenge preparers
Important new standards for revenue recognition and leases are causing difficulty for corporate financial statement preparers, a new survey shows.How audit committees can help deter fraud
Several ways audit committee members can take on their important responsibility to counter the rise in reported fraud incidents worldwide.5 ways to overcome procrastination
Behavioural science says we can shape our own reality if we understand the shortcuts that our brains take, which is necessary to overcoming procrastination. Author Caroline Webb outlines five techniques we can all employ to stop putting off tasks we dread.IASB issues leases standard; FASB to follow
The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) issued a much-anticipated new accounting standard that will require all leases to be reported on a company’s balance sheet as assets and liabilities.Many CFOs offering more pay to new hires
North American companies are often paying new hires more than those workers made in previous jobs, according to Robert Half surveys. In the US, CFOs report an average pay increase of 10 percent for new employees.More time off tops benefit wish list for UK employees
Additional paid time off is the most sought-after non-monetary perk among UK employees, according to a survey by recruitment agency Robert Half.3 ways to motivate disengaged employees
Job-seeking activities dropped in several large economies in the past year, raising concerns that a rising number of employees are staying put and showing up for work without engaging mentally. Find out how to motivate these disengaged employees.More time off tops benefit wish list for US employees
Research shows that the perks prized most by employees involve improving their work/life balance.Corporate tax avoidance tops list of UK public’s ethical concerns about business
Corporate tax avoidance is the primary concern the British public have with business behaviour, according to a survey conducted for the Institute of Business Ethics, and companies must increase transparency to regain public trust.
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