The Realities of Strategic Treasuries – Managing Complexity and Stakeholder Impact
Introduction Building on our previous discussion, we now focus on the operational realities and stakeholder impacts of strategic treasuries. Note: This article dives into the complexities of organisational structures and their impact on strategy and performance. If these topics are new to you, consider revisiting this article later when you’ve covered other foundational concepts. However,…
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Visa to acquire fraud detection company FeatureSpace?
Visa is reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire the fraud-prevention company Featurespace, with the deal potentially reaching a value of $925 million, according to a report from Sky News on Saturday, August 24. While some sources suggest the deal could be worth significantly less, the exact figure remains uncertain. Featurespace, whose clients include major financial…
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How payment hubs work in the Netherlands
This article is written by Nomentia Organizations of many sizes reach a point where payment technologies become inevitable. As organizations grow, the volume of payments rises, more bank accounts need to be opened (more e-banking tokens and manual payments), ERP systems start playing a more prominent role, and you’ll likely add new entities and users,…
Why Treasurers Should Be Influencers Inside Their Companies
In today’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape, treasurers need to do more than manage cash flow, investments, and risk. They must step up as influencers within their organizations. Unlike the influencers you find on TikTok or Instagram, corporate treasurers need to wield influence across various departments—like Procurement, Sales, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)—to ensure the…
When is the right time to connect ERPs and other systems?
This article is written by Cobase In an era where businesses are expanding globally and financial operations are becoming more complex, the integration of ERP systems with banking platforms is crucial. Many finance departments struggle with limited bank connectivity, delayed end-of-day statements, and manual processes that hinder efficiency and accuracy. This blog explores these challenges…
What’s Treasury’s impact on business performance? (Part 2: Strategic Treasuries)
Introduction Strategic Treasuries – entities that transform treasury into a core driver of business performance In the previous articles, we looked at basic and control-oriented treasuries, short- and medium-term-focus in maintaining solvency and managing financial risks. But what happens when a treasury goes beyond these operational levels? What if they transform into functions that not…