Adopting AI—and understanding how this new technology can help us run our companies better—has been top of mind for most finance executives ever since ChatGPT burst onto the scene. At the same time, adoption in finance is still in progress, and for many, the search for use cases and ROI remains the priority. Is the … Read more
In today’s fast-moving business landscape, the accounts receivable (AR) function is under increasing pressure—not just to track invoices, but to actively protect cash flow, spot risk, and drive better decision-making. A traditional AR dashboard offers visibility into metrics like days sales outstanding (DSO) or overdue balances—but what if your dashboard could do more? By combining … Read more
The Role of Data Analytics in Internal Audit Internal audit is no longer just about compliance and risk mitigation—it has become a strategic function that safeguards business integrity and enhances operational efficiency. Today’s internal auditors are expected to manage increasingly complex financial landscapes, address rising regulatory pressures, and provide continuous risk insights. Traditional audit approaches—rooted … Read more
AI isn’t just an upgrade to financial processes—it’s transforming the entire enterprise. From governance and compliance to financial oversight and risk management, AI is now embedded in processes that once relied on manual oversight. As MindBridge CEO Stephen DeWitt puts it: “Every process that predated AI will be reimagined, powered by AI.” The AI-Driven Transformation … Read more
The IIA GAM 2025 Conference brought together the brightest minds in internal audit, finance, and risk management. Over three days in Orlando, industry leaders tackled the biggest challenges facing audit teams today—rising financial complexity, growing regulatory pressure, and the undeniable need for AI-driven transformation. FedEx’s Jamie Bailey Meziere and ExxonMobil’s Beth Casteel led insightful discussions … Read more
Finance leaders are under more pressure than ever. Regulatory scrutiny is rising, market volatility is unpredictable, and finance teams are being asked to do more with less. Yet, many organizations still rely on outdated manual journal entry (MJE) reviews, creating unnecessary risk, inefficiency, and compliance gaps. Traditional sampling methods fail to provide full financial oversight. … Read more
Finance and data leaders are sitting on massive amounts of financial data, yet unlocking its true value for strategic decision-making remains a challenge. Data alone doesn’t drive better decisions—intelligence does. Organizations need a way to extract meaningful, real-time insights without adding complexity to their workflows. For enterprises leveraging Databricks, financial decision intelligence just took a … Read more
The financial landscape is evolving rapidly, and CFOs are at the forefront of this transformation. AI in financial planning is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s a competitive advantage that enhances decision-making, risk management, and strategic execution. AI-powered tools enable finance professionals to analyze complex financial flows in real time, surface hidden risks, and optimize planning … Read more
Transparency and accountability are essential for businesses worldwide. While traditional audits provide these safeguards, their periodic nature often leaves gaps in risk coverage. Continuous auditing, powered by AI, offers a proactive solution, enabling real-time insights and more effective risk management. This article explores the fundamentals of continuous auditing, its use cases, benefits, challenges, and implementation … Read more
The extraordinarily rapid advancement of machine learning in this decade is putting enormous pressure on enterprises of all kinds to incorporate AI into the applications that drive their operating models. The gains in productivity are almost certain to be game-changing, but it is early days, and that is putting risk management in the spotlight as … Read more
Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th president of the United States marks a significant transition in leadership. These transitions often mark fresh opportunities and evolving priorities for enterprises. For CFOs, the challenge lies in aligning their financial strategies with evolving global, domestic, and corporate visions while ensuring their organizations remain agile, resilient, and future-ready. In … Read more
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing financial processes, risk management, and internal audits by enabling data-driven decision-making and fostering collaboration across the three lines of defense—management, internal audit, and external auditors. At the MindBridge Conference 2024, industry leaders like Ryan Mitchell (Chevron), Chris Swanson (Polaris), and Mark Stone (Sealed Air), alongside moderator Michelle Alexander, shared how … Read more
