Defensible decisions in uncertain times
The pressure on CFOs right now isn't new. The pace of it is. Geopolitical disruption, cost pressures, AI adoption at pace... and the challenge for CFOs isn't just keeping up with what's happening.
It's making defensible decisions quickly, with incomplete information, that you can still defend 12 months from now.
Underpinned by the latest survey of 530+ UK CFOs, we've brought together practical perspectives on the top tensions we're seeing finance leaders face – from forecasting amid volatility to factoring tax into fast decisions. This isn't theory: it's the kind of questions and reflections worth sitting with before your next big call.
Over two-thirds of CFOs describe their year-end process as ‘challenging,’ with over one-in-four (26%) describing it as ‘very challenging’. In practice that means significant overtime, major bottlenecks, and greater risk of delays.
CFOs face rising AI pressure and tighter cash. Discover seven no-regrets questions to unlock smarter, defensible tech investment.
How can CFOs respond to volatility in a fast and defensible way? Find steps for the first 24 hours after a crisis hits and how to build long-term resilience.
Many CFOs feel confident about tax governance. Until HMRC asks for proof. Learn how to build defensible decisions with a minimum viable evidence pack.
CFOs are absorbing more risk than ever. Explore why Finance becomes the default owner, and how CFOs can reset risk, governance and decision‑making.
We have spoken to CFOs and FDs to find out what their priorities are, from battling inflation to the battle for talent.
