Forward Finance: Navigating the digital age of finance

In this episode of Forward Finance, Jeroen is joined by Alwin Dooijeweerd. Together they tackle the art of Margin Optimization.

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 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?

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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Episode chapters:

00:00—Intro

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

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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.

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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

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.

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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