Categories
AI / Big Data

Beyond Human Speed: AI and the New Frontier of Finance

Artificial Intelligence has become a transformative force in the finance industry, revolutionizing how financial institutions operate, make decisions, and interact with customers. From enhancing risk management and fraud detection to optimizing trading strategies and personalizing customer experiences, AI is reshaping the financial landscape. This article explores six (6) ways AI is being integrated into finance […]

Categories
Career Advice

Consulting: Your Gateway to Diverse Career Avenues

Choosing a career path to dedicate years of your life to is never an easy decision, and this applies whether you are an undergraduate seeking a first job fresh out of university, or someone looking to make a career switch. After all, faced with the tantalising possibility of all the possible paths you could take, […]

Categories
Economics Strategy

What is an “asset”?

(Source: Flickr) When can you consider something that you have to be an asset? This may sound like a funny question, but it is particularly important for the success of organisations and your success as an individual. The answer turns out to be largely a matter of perspective. If you are an accountant, then your goal is to categorise resources into groups: assets, liabilities, and […]

Categories
Strategy

Finance vs Strategy

The financier cares about the next 3 months or less. The strategist cares about the next 3 years or more. The financier wants the deal to close as soon as possible so that he can earn his bonus. The strategist is open to taking action if it will strengthen the firm’s position over time, and a better outcome can’t be […]