The CFO Perspective: Top Priorities, Investments and Challenges in 2021

Friday, 28 May, 2021 @11:00am

Date Friday, 28 May, 2021 Time 11:00am -12:00pm AEST Location Zoom link will be available upon registration. Register to access recording Register
Insights distilled and analysed from 120 CFOs leading organisations responsible for 20% of Australia’s GDP in 2021.

The pandemic destroyed traditional forecasting and capital allocation strategies, supply chains were fragmented, and finance leaders had to rewrite growth plans overnight.

CFOs had to provide consistent data and direction for critical decisions at an unprecedented speed to enable organisational survival in the face of relentless change and risk.

The lockdown also accelerated years’ worth of transformation plans, proving the benefits of speed and the necessity of modernisation, paving the way for real financial transformation.

However, bold moves are required if CFOs continue to underpin growth and agility whilst minimising risk in this market.

Join us for this live digital presentation and Q&A session, where our Analyst Team will reveal their latest insights into the strategic focuses, investments and challenges facing CFOs in 2021 direct from the local finance executive community.

 Key Takeaways Top strategic business priorities underpinning CFO strategies for success Impact of COVID-19 stimulus packages and their rolling back on key business objectives Top areas where organisational cloud investments fail to demonstrate value Top 5 barriers impacting business priorities How prepared are finance teams to meet key CFO expectations? 2021 investment priorities for CFOs
Meet the Presenter & Moderator
Matt Boon Matt Boon Senior Research Director at ADAPT
Matt Boon is responsible for directing and developing ADAPT’s research content and positions. He interacts with executives daily, bringing together groups of... More

Matt Boon is responsible for directing and developing ADAPT’s research content and positions. He interacts with executives daily, bringing together groups of C-suite leaders to discuss and prepare for the challenges and opportunities they face.​

For over 30 years, including 18 in senior leadership roles at Gartner, Matt has been a sought after and highly respected authority on the local and global IT landscape.​

ADAPT hosts numerous industry-leading business and technology events, which Matt chairs, that deliver unique ADAPT research positions, and advises executives across the end-user and technology provider landscape to make informed IT decisions.​

When he is not working, Matt enjoys walking the many trails of the NSW Southern Highlands, travelling and listening to music. He is also partial to a good steak and nice glass of red wine.
Anthony Saba Anthony Saba Partner & Research and Advisory Executive Director
Anthony leads the growth and development of ADAPT’s Research and Advisory Practice, engaging directly with ADAPT’s community of C-Level Executives, equipping them... More

Anthony leads the growth and development of ADAPT’s Research and Advisory Practice, engaging directly with ADAPT’s community of C-Level Executives, equipping them with the relevant research, tools, and advice to effectively lead and transform their organisations.

ADAPT’s Research & Advisory is pillared around equipping C-Level Executives with the insights and tools to:

  • Empower the Workforce
  • Improve Operational Efficiency
  • Execute Data-Driven Strategies
  • Modernise Legacy Environments
  • Embed Trust & Security
  • Enhance Customer Experience
  • Transform as a Business Leader
  • Align the CEO & Board
  • Engage Stakeholders Effectively
  • Drive Technology Thought Leadership
  • Enable Innovation & Transformation
  • Optimise Budgets & Ensure ROI

Additionally, Anthony manages ADAPT’s 13-person Delegate Advisory Team, responsible for the execution and delivery of all delegate acquisition and advisory programs for ADAPT across Asia Pacific.

Anthony also works within ADAPT’s Strategic Partner team, consulting with leading service providers on customer acquisition and GTM strategies.

Externally to ADAPT, Anthony is the Public Officer and Board Member for Conviction Group, a newly established not-for-profit organisation aimed at encouraging young Australians to re-evaluate their perspectives on pivotal issues concerning their mental health and provide them with the tools to enhance their decision-making.
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