Issue 2012-03 CFO Archives - CFO

Capital vs. Confidence

Capital vs. Confidence

Banks say they want to lend to smaller companies, but credit remains tight. Is relief in sight?

By Alix Stuart | March 1, 2012

Risk Management

Dismay on Pay

Why say on pay won&spamp;rsquo;t be any easier the second time around.

By Sarah Johnson | March 1, 2012

Getting a Fix on Repair Regs

Getting a Fix on Repair Regs

What&spamp;rsquo;s the difference between a repair and an improvement? Many wish they knew.

By Keith Button | March 1, 2012

Junk Isn’t

Spreads are down and investor interest is up.

By Vincent Ryan | March 1, 2012

So, You’re the Boss of the CIO. Now What?

So, You’re the Boss of the CIO. Now What?

CFOs are more likely than ever to oversee IT. How much do you need to know in order to manage it effectively?

By David Rosenbaum | March 1, 2012

Avon Calling (For Help)

Avon Calling (For Help)

A new CFO steps in as Avon attempts to step it up.

By Sarah Johnson | March 1, 2012

Companies May Win This Drug War

Human Capital & Careers

Companies May Win This Drug War

The conflict between Express Scripts and Walgreen just might lead to lower drug-benefit costs for companies.

By David McCann | March 1, 2012

Where to Stash the Cash?

Risk Management

Where to Stash the Cash?

As safe havens for short-term funds disappear, companies weigh whether to assume some risk in return for a modest yield.

By Vincent Ryan | March 1, 2012

Not Made in America

Not Made in America

Smaller companies are increasingly using offshore suppliers. Here are some notable risks to watch out for.

By Alix Stuart | March 1, 2012

Where the Workers Are

Workplace Issues

Where the Workers Are

Test your knowledge of important demographic forces shaping the global labor pool.

By CFO Staff | March 1, 2012

To Be Continued?

To Be Continued?

Five steps you can take to make sure your company survives catastrophe.

By Yasmin Ghahremani | March 1, 2012

Keeping Cool in the Hot Seat

Workplace Issues

Keeping Cool in the Hot Seat

The financial crisis has prompted CFOs to assume primary responsibility for risk management, and most believe they&spamp;rsquo;re on top of it. But their list of worries is long.

By Kate O'Sullivan | March 1, 2012

Could IFRS Delay Strip the SEC of Power?

Risk & Compliance

Could IFRS Delay Strip the SEC of Power?

International standards group gently prods the SEC to step up its involvement.

By Sarah Johnson | March 1, 2012

An Acquirer’s To-Do List for 2012

An Acquirer’s To-Do List for 2012

Four tips for evaluating, planning, and executing an M&spamp;A deal in this economy.

By Vincent Ryan | March 1, 2012

IRS Kills Tax Reg

IRS Kills Tax Reg

Small business wins reprieve on credit-card rule.

By Marielle Segarra | March 1, 2012