Forward Finance: Navigating the digital age of finance

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In the captivating podcast 'Forward Finance - Navigating the digital age of finance,' Jeroen delves into the latest developments in finance digitalization, aiming to answer complex questions surrounding technologies such as Enterprise Performance Management (EPM), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Business Intelligence (BI), and others. Accompanied by industry experts, Jeroen explores the intricacies of these domains and how they can empower financial professionals. Join us for an insightful journey into the future of finance!

Episodes

  1. 09/30/2024

    EP 12: The Art Of Margin Optimization

    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

    33 min

  2. 08/13/2024

    EP 11: How to become a CVO?

    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

    31 min

  3. 07/03/2024

    EP 10: Insights from 17 Years of Expertise at Finext

    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? Email us: ⁠podcast@finext.nl

    28 min

  4. 05/10/2024

    EP 9: How data and AI can help you with forecasting

    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

    27 min

  5. 04/10/2024

    EP 8: Tips and tricks for management reporting

    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

    24 min

  6. 03/14/2024

    Episode 7: Demystifying AI for financials

    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

    31 min
  7. Episode 6: Looking at the future of AI in the financial world

    01/17/2024

    Episode 6: Looking at the future of AI in the financial world

    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? Email us: podcast@finext.nl 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

    30 min
  8. Episode 5: Discovering the way finance looks at ESG

    12/18/2023

    Episode 5: Discovering the way finance looks at ESG

    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 Want to join us at the Future of Corporate Reporting on the 28th of March? Let us know via this link!

    35 min
  9. Episode 4: Understanding how Pigment adds color to the FP&A landscape

    10/19/2023

    Episode 4: Understanding how Pigment adds color to the FP&A landscape

    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. Don't forget to sign up for The Future of Forecasting. You can sign up here. 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

    26 min
  10. Episode 3: The latest trends in Financial Forecasting

    09/13/2023

    Episode 3: The latest trends in Financial Forecasting

    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. Don’t miss out on our event: 'The future of Forecasting'. Sign up here. 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

    29 min
  11. Episode 2: Lessons from EPM Mistakes and the Rise of AI

    07/13/2023

    Episode 2: Lessons from EPM Mistakes and the Rise of AI

    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

    28 min
  12. Episode 1: What are some of the secrets of the EPM selection process?

    06/13/2023

    Episode 1: What are some of the secrets of the EPM selection process?

    Sign up for the Performance Management Line Up Need a visual aid to understand the SMARTER acronym and its comprehensive explanation? Look no further: 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

    25 min
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In the captivating podcast 'Forward Finance - Navigating the digital age of finance,' Jeroen delves into the latest developments in finance digitalization, aiming to answer complex questions surrounding technologies such as Enterprise Performance Management (EPM), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Business Intelligence (BI), and others. Accompanied by industry experts, Jeroen explores the intricacies of these domains and how they can empower financial professionals. Join us for an insightful journey into the future of finance!

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