In this episode of Forward Finance, Jeroen is joined by Alwin Dooijeweerd. Together they tackle the art of Margin Optimization. Why is Margin Optimization such an important topic? Who is involved in the art of margin optimization? These are some of the questions that we will be delving into. Questions about this episode? Email us: podcast@finext.nl
In this episode of Forward Finance, Jeroen is joined by Wim Heuvelman and Martijn Meuling, Founders at Finext. Together, they discuss the various aspects of being a CVO. In this podcast, they explain how you can become a CVO. Curious about the difference between a CFO and a CVO? How to make more impact as a financial? And how does a CVO facilitate innovation and continuous improvement? Questions about this episode? Email us: podcast@finext.nl
In this episode of Forward Finance, Jeroen is joined by Benno van Ingen, Lead Consultant CFO Tech at Finext. Together, they discuss the various aspects of choosing the right solutions.
After 17 years at Finext, Benno has seen almost every solution. In this podcast, he explains how and when you can use different solutions to your advantage.
How do you choose the best solution for each different module? How does the right solution contribute to employee satisfaction? And how does the right solution facilitate innovation and continuous improvement?
Questions about this episode?
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In this episode of Forward Finance, Jeroen is joined by Alexander Mik & Stephan de Wit, Data consultant and Performance management consultant. Together they talk about the various aspects of statistical forecasting by using Data and AI. How does it help you to make predictions? Does it replace business controllers? These are some of the questions that we will be delving into. Questions about this episode? Email us: podcast@finext.nl
In this episode of Forward Finance, Jeroen is joined by Casper Plantinga, Customer success director at cpmVision. Together they talk about the various aspects of the management reporting process and share some practical tips and tricks. What is management reporting? How would they advise to do management reporting? These are some of the questions that we will be delving into. Questions about this episode? Email us: podcast@finext.nl
In this episode of Forward Finance, Jeroen is joined by Arend den Hartog, Digital Finance Transformation Consultant from Finext, and Paul van Gent, a Software Engineer at FreshMinds ICT Consultancy. Together they talk about the pros and cons of using AI in the financial world. What are the practical ways financials can use AI? What are the traps and pitfalls? Why should you not put your financial data in AI models? These are some of the questions that we will be delving into. Questions about this episode? Email us: podcast@finext.nl
In this episode of Forward Finance, Jeroen is joined by Ravi Santokhi, lead consultant from Finext, and Wouter Born, a CFO tech investor and GP at Born Capital. Together they tackle the past, present, and future of AI within the financial world.
What are the practical ways financials can use AI? What are the concerns? How is my work going to change in the upcoming years? These are some of the questions that we will be delving into.
Resources to stay up-to-date with AI:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/andersliulindberg/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamshiltontech/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguy/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bouchernicolas/
Get in touch with us:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wouterborn/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeroenbeentjes1991/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-santokhi-a32358b/
Questions about this episode?
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Episode chapters:
00:00—Intro 03:50—How will AI evolve in the next 10 years? 07:43—Is there a lack of trust in AI will it improve? 09:10—Getting back to the question: How will AI evolve in the next 10 years? 13:55—The daunting task of staying ahead of the AI curve 16:25—Are young people going to have an advantage? 19:26—How are jobs going to change? 22:10—The limits of AI and possible solutions 25:03—How to involve everyone at the company when dealing with new tech? 27:40—Privacy & compliance concerns with AI and how to deal with them 29:17—Closing thoughts and outro
In this episode we dive into the world of ESG, with host Jeroen Beentjes, trend watcher Tim Ahmad and ESG expert Wim Heuvelman.
They will be discussing questions like: What do you need to do around ESG management and reporting in order to stay in business?
Is ESG really a topic to be discussed by the whole organization, and not just the board? (hint: Yes!)
But did you know 54% of the organizations do not have a clear roadmap for ESG management, or is not even in the loop on ESG related topics?
Make sure you get in the conversation at your business and get up-to-date with our latest episode!
Episode chapters:
00:00—Intro
03:32—Latest event visits
05:26—Is ESG new?
07:03—Market Research on ESG
07:54—Is the CFO responsible for ESG reporting?
12:27—Different approaches from companies
15:33—Is ESG only for European countries?
18:00—The role of EPM in ESG Reporting
19:13—What are the penalties?
20:10—Bridging the gap
23:40—What do we see in the market?
29:30—Recent ESG Projects
33:55—Outro
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In this episode of Forward Finance Podcast, host Jeroen is joined by Tim and Ravi to explore Pigment. A new and innovative financial planning and analysis solution. The discussion aims to demystify what Pigment is, how it differentiates itself in the market, and the unique features it offers.
With insights from experts who have interacted with the software vendor, the episode delves into the integration of Pigment with volume and growth drivers. Emphasizing its distinct approach to financial analysis. Join us as we uncover the inner workings of Pigment and its impact on the world of Enterprise Performance Management.
Click here for Ravi his vlog about Pigment.
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Episode chapters:
00:00—Intro
03:00—Introduction of Pigment
06:30—Latest event visits
07:38—What makes Pigment different?
11:30—How to conquer the hearts of financials?
14:24—How often does Pigment updates?
15:30—What does Pigment offers?
16:48—Staying relevant
18:17—What about consolidation?
22:00—Average lead time of implementation
24:15—Closing thoughts and outro
In this episode, Jeroen Beentjes, Benno van Ingen, and Tim Ahmad will tell you all about the latest trends in Financial forecasting. They talk about the world of AI-powered financial forecasting models, revealing how they're reshaping industries. Join us as we explore statistical forecasting, demystify AI's role, and discuss how companies are incorporating these innovations into their daily operations. Stay tuned for a thrilling discussion that will change how you perceive the future of finance.
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Episode chapters:
00:00—Introduction
02:08—Recap on recent EPM events
04:00—Statistical forecasting projects (and AI)
08:04—The statistics regarding statistical forecasting
11:35—New statistical forecasting model
14:38—A new approach towards forecasting
17:40—Embedding of statistical capabilities by software vendors
20:41—The fear of adopting new technologies
25:10—The role of non-financial data in forecasting
28:18—Outro
In this episode, Jeroen Beentjes highlights the EPM mistakes made and lessons learned by industry experts Benno van Ingen and Tim Ahmad. They discuss the dangers of the “lift and shift” approach and present alternative strategies for successful EPM implementation. Additionally, the episode touches on the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in EPM. Emphasizing its transformative power in streamlining processes and driving innovation.
Episode chapters:
00:00-Introduction
02:05-Recap on most recent EPM events
07:50-Business planning processes are evolving
08:50-Worst mistake in an EPM implementation
14:20-The “lift and shift” approach
17:55-The challenge for software vendors
20:50-Is an EPM implementation a catalyst for change?
23:39-The future of AI in EPM processes
27:00-Outro
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SMARTER Acronym and Explanation
Episode chapters:
00:00-Introduction
04:06-What to consider when choosing a new EPM solution?
07:55-When does a system get outdated?
12:33-Is loyalty to a system a good or bad thing?
15:34-Which EPM platform do we use and why?
17:15-Do I go with a point solution or a platform?
21:06-Think about the needs of your company
22:35-Outro