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Instead of acting hastily, think strategically about cost-cutting

In a deepening crisis, management accountants need discipline to avoid hasty mistakes that could damage their business.

An Olympic hopeful’s lessons on pandemic adaptability

"Whatever's thrown at me, I will adapt": It's a timely mantra for Jo Hunter, whose dream to compete in the Olympics was put on hold.

Breaking up the monotony of working from home

A few practical steps can inject a sense of variety and ease into your remote workday.

Video: Australian winemakers toast to wine boom at home

Amid lower China sales, and COVID-19 restaurant shutdowns, Australia’s winemakers are turning to a traditional revenue source: the cellar door.

UK chancellor unveils further business support package

The UK’s hospitality sector is set to benefit from targeted elements of additional government financial support.

Should companies rethink their approach to 2021 budgeting?

Prabhu Sivabalan, professor of accounting at the UTS Business School in Sydney, discusses the inherent weakness in using budgets to evaluate performance and suggests quick wins to improve the budgeting process amidst COVID-19.

Cash flow management in an uncertain world

In an unpredictable economic environment, taking a comprehensive view of cash flow and setting priorities for spending is vital.

FRC provides guidance on going concern, risk, viability reporting

UK regulator stresses the value of clear disclosure of actions taken ‘at different stages in the recovery process’.

Video: China’s economic recovery quickens

China's economic recovery quickened in the third quarter of 2020 but missed forecasts. It is the only major global economy expected to grow this year.

Leading with empathy during the pandemic

Empathy comes more easily to some people than it does to others. Leadership experts share ways you can develop this key trait.

FRC sets out best practice on AGMs and video in company reporting

The UK’s Financial Reporting Council has recommended boards increase their AGM engagement through a ‘significant increase’ in use of technology.

5 ways to support your co-workers remotely

Showing support through screens requires a new level of empathy.

Moving to a permanent or hybrid remote-working model?

For companies considering a fully remote workforce or a hybrid model, new and comprehensive remote-working policies will need to be developed in partnership with key internal stakeholders such as HR, finance, strategy, and IT.

UK businesses facing COVID-19 restrictions to receive expanded aid

The UK government has announced further help for businesses forced to shut their premises as a result of coronavirus restrictions.

Tips for employees navigating remote work

Permanent office work’s full-time return seems a long way off for some of us. Career expert Rhymer Rigby shares advice for adapting to a hybrid model’s challenges.

Time for a business model rethink

Ash Noah, CPA, FCMA, CGMA, managing director–Learning, Education, and Development at the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, says finance leaders must address the need to reimagine their business model.

Cricket takes a coronavirus hit

COVID-19’s disruption of cricket has seen cuts to matches, crowds, and projected revenues.

Making strategic planning relevant in an uncertain world

Resilience and realism should be the focus for forward-looking plans.

Surviving your first 100 days as a new CFO amidst the pandemic

Being a new CFO is challenging enough. The coronavirus pandemic has made it even more challenging to build credibility and meet expectations.

A CFO gets the cameras rolling while Hollywood is on pause

Agility and scenario planning were key for Dawn’s Light Media to emerge from the lockdown and seize on the demand for movies on TV.

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