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How to deliver bad news — to an individual or team
To help preserve morale, first assess the type of bad news, talk to HR and other stakeholders, and rehearse your announcement and responses to likely questions.CSRD reporting confidence is high, but data quality is lacking
97% of companies say they are ready to report under the EU sustainability directive this year, but most are not using technology to improve data reporting processes.IFRS partnership looks to future-proof markets in sustainability
A collaboration of the IFRS Foundation and the International Finance Corporation aims to strengthen capital markets by promoting consistency in sustainability reporting.ESG emphasis can sway M&A transactions, influence valuation
More corporate leaders say they would pay more for acquisitions with a strong ESG profile, with buyers more likely to pay less or abandon deals for entities without one.3 actions to make resilience measurable and meaningful
Resilient companies are more profitable ones, a new global report shows. Accenture analysis assessed strength across six dimensions to create its Resilience Index.AI beats out inflation and the economy as top business concern
New data finds that AI is making strides in productivity and engagement, but despite the prospects of emerging technologies, more than two-thirds of desk workers have never used AI at work.IFAC: Accountancy has a critical role in transformation
New reports and resources from IFAC offer guidance for professional accountants to lead their organisations in this transformative era.Supporting LGBTQ+ employees: 6 ways to strengthen inclusivity
Leaders can foster inclusivity for LGBTQ+ employees through policy, staff training, encouraging allyship, and more.UK businesses looking for new workspace
Many companies desire flexible spaces and are unlikely to return to a private office.6 ways to create scalable financial models in Excel
Excel MVP Liam Bastick explains how to add flexibility to a financial model to allow for scaling without major structural changes to a spreadsheet.Global Reporting Initiative seeks feedback on sustainability reporting taxonomy
Also, the IASB moves to finalise practice statement revisions to support integrated reporting.Workplace inclusivity: Change starts at the top
LGBT+ workers across the world feel uncomfortable discussing their sexuality and gender identity at work, with a quarter of employees in the UK avoiding those discussions altogether.How finance leaders are championing emerging technology to create new value
Three China-based CFOs in the cosmetics, health, and technology sectors discuss their approaches to value creation, emerging technology, and long-term sustainability.Tech advancements continue to outpace security, driving burnout
Organisations are concerned about AI’s impact on the threat landscape, but less than half are conducting regular audits to secure their defences, driving a cycle of burnout among employees.Business leaders up against unprecedented disruption
BDO’s Global Risk Landscape 2024 found that 84% of executives feel that the global risk landscape is more defined by crisis now than at any time in recent history.IPSASB moves to develop first climate-based disclosure standard
Also, the Global Reporting Initiative seeks feedback on revisions to labour standards.New CIMA president encourages learning to create a data-centric profession
Incoming CIMA President Simon Bittlestone’s passion for data analytics and artificial intelligence underscores his three areas of focus for the year ahead.Risk-averse CEOs could be left behind in tech-driven future
Leaders who will not sacrifice efficiency today for greater innovation tomorrow may lose their competitive edge, according to a new report.Finance’s data security strategy role
To develop a data risk strategy, start with assessing your organisation’s data types and the impact of risk events, and define acceptable risk levels.
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