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CFOs: Higher Input Costs Will Persist

Working Capital

CFOs: Higher Input Costs Will Persist

Some companies are taking aggressive action to pass on at least some of the abnormal cost increases to customers.

By Vincent Ryan | July 19, 2021

Modern Analytics Can Drive Downturn Preparedness

Modern Analytics Can Drive Downturn Preparedness

CFOs can use today's analytic trending and predictive insights capabilities to better anticipate cash flow and market volatility.

By Jeff Silverman | December 12, 2019

Blue Apron Customers Eat Elsewhere

Financial Reporting

Blue Apron Customers Eat Elsewhere

The company reports a 23% second-quarter decline in its volume or orders, causing its share price to plummet.

By David McCann | August 2, 2018

Traditional Packaging Fails for E-Commerce

Traditional Packaging Fails for E-Commerce

Using packaging designed for direct-to-consumer shipments, rather than in-store display, can reduce the cost of goods sold by several percent.

By Vijay Kasi and Tom Gildersleeve | May 15, 2018

How to Make Your Supply Chain a Growth Engine

How to Make Your Supply Chain a Growth Engine

Companies should use their supply chain to anticipate customer trends and also adopt a zero-based approach to the function.

By Gary Hanifan | April 24, 2018

‘Zero-based Supply Chain’ Drives Down COGS

‘Zero-based Supply Chain’ Drives Down COGS

ZBSC approaches can trigger COGS savings of up to 10% and a COGS-to-revenue ratio of up to 800 basis points, Accenture says.

By Andrew Corr | November 30, 2017

Operational Culture Shift Drives a Huge Comeback

Operational Culture Shift Drives a Huge Comeback

ARC Document Solutions rose like a Phoenix from its ashes last year. CFO John Toth tells how it was done.

By David McCann | February 27, 2014