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As cyber-breaches rise, consumers alter spending, browsing habits

The percentage of Americans who have fallen prey to an information security breach has risen to 25% from 11% the previous year, a new AICPA survey found.

CFOs increase spending on cyber-security

A majority of technology CFOs in a new survey have increased their spending on cyber-security, and a broader survey of finance executives shows increased concern about cyber-attacks.

Accountants prefer problem-solving over number crunching, survey says

Accounting and finance professionals said solving problems gives them the most career satisfaction, ahead of working with numbers, according to a new survey.

Getting finance into the cloud

Finance has been slower to embrace the cloud than other business functions, particularly sales and operations. Here are five steps finance professionals can take to begin implementing the cloud.

The technology trap: The right questions to ask before making an IT investment

CFOs must prepare themselves to make critical decisions regarding IT investments. They don’t need to become technologists, but they do need to ask the right questions to make sure they understand an investment’s business impact.

How to retool the supply chain for e-commerce

Consumer goods businesses can prepare their supply chains to tap the growing global demand for e-commerce without sacrificing profits.

How to manage risks connected with the “internet of things”

Although web-connected products and the “internet of things” provide opportunities for transformative growth, they also may carry substantial risks. Here are important questions to ask when deploying internet-of-things technology.

CIOs in global survey say cyber-security is top priority

Chief information officers in a global survey say cyber-security is a top priority, and more than half of them say budget constraints hold back IT innovation. While IT spending is on the rise, some IT executives say the IT function remains more of a utility and less of an innovation partner.

Viewing cyber-security through a COSO lens

The principles outlined in a popular internal control framework can help organisations manage their cyber-security.

How to protect against the 9 most common cyber-attacks

Home Depot’s recent data breach, which happened while the company was upgrading its security systems, was one of the nine most common types of cyber-attacks. Find out how to prevent these attacks.

Businesses failing to capitalise on the potential of Big Data

The use of data analytics can provide organisations with a wide range of benefits, from improving cybersecurity to supporting strategic decision-making. Yet new research by EY shows that few companies are taking advantage of these opportunities and just 23% have a formal data strategy

Businesses tie cloud use to greater engagement with employees and customers

A report by KPMG shows the use of cloud technologies for enabling a flexible and mobile workforce is on the rise and that concern about theft of intellectual property is declining. The report offered five tips for organisations to elevate the success of their cloud transformations.

Are employees on the web working or shopping?

As the holiday shopping season begins, an increasing percentage of companies are allowing employees unrestricted access to the internet for e-commerce, according to a new survey.

How to take a forward-looking approach to cyber-security

To address an increasing number of threats, organisations need to take a more anticipatory approach to cyber-security, according to a new report.

Opportunities and disruptions in 3D

3D printing technology presents chances for businesses — and their competitors — to create innovative, custom-designed products.

Learning to fly

Kendall Carpenter, CPA, CGMA, the CFO of Drone Aviation Holding Corp., sees vast potential for commercial use of drones.

Gadgets get close — very close

Wearable technology is providing companies with new opportunities — but privacy concerns have employers proceeding carefully.

Use predictive analytics to thrive — and survive

Predictive analytics have the potential to deliver competitive advantage. Case in point: Nissan Motor Co. Ltd., where knowledge of the supply chain — fuelled by predictive analytics — led to quick recovery after Japan’s earthquake and tsunami. John Wilenski, CPA, CGMA, explains how.

The 50 most innovative companies and the habits that distinguish breakthrough innovators

Boston Consulting Group lists the habits that distinguish breakthrough innovators. Find out which company is the most innovative.

Cyber-security: How big is risk to small businesses?

Small businesses often lack the resources to maintain a secure IT environment and may falsely assume hackers attack only large organisations. Some simple steps can help small businesses protect themselves against cyber risks.

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