In November 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued a proposed Accounting Standards Update that would replace all of the existing authoritative accounting guidance on revenue recognition. This proposal would replace guidance that originated in over 200 different standards and interpretations with a single revenue recognition model that would apply to all contracts with customers. The proposed guidance is principles-based, and would include far less detail than currently exists on revenue recognition.

The CFO's role is changing, and technology is a key reason. From Twitter and mobile device security to XBRL and in-depth analytics, the finance organization needs to be in touch with today's tech trends. Learn how technology can make the CFO's life easier, and why companies can't afford to resist the constant and rapid tech evolution.

Process improvement is a huge opportunity for companies. It's easier to reduce expenses and streamline existing processes than to increase revenue or create new ways to solve old problems. But how do you measure the results of process improvement, and which processes are worth improving? Learn how your organization can amp up its returns thanks to BPM, business analytics, and more.

Today's CFO needs to deal with dwindling budgets and increased volatility, while still supporting plans for company growth. Increasing information quality, speed, and access need to be key objectives. Learn about the 5 key steps for CFOs who want to help their companies grow in this uncertain new landscape.

An Enterprise Risk Management program allows an organization to successfully cope with the risks inherent in an ambitious pursuit. But only 17% of companies have "greatly integrated" ERM with their strategic planning process. Learn how you can use ERM as a lever to balance risk with reward, giving you the ability to compete with greater confidence.

There is a connection between business expenses and how well an organization administers its records -- including electronic and physical records. By targeting records management processes you can unlock tremendous potential for reducing expenses and improving efficiency. This guide is designed to help you identify your biggest, untapped cost-saving opportunities – and see how outsourcing your records management can dramatically cut business expenses while improving your service to internal and external customers.

Companies of every size are looking for ways to increase efficiencies and cut operational costs. And yet, you might be overlooking a simple opportunity to do both: management of your physical records. Learn to work smarter and spend less on information management processes -- while extracting greater value from them.

Before you decide to manage your own records, take a minute to "think inside the box."

Here are eight excellent reasons to outsource, including:

• Implementing a records management program that's based
  on best practices
• Utilizing experts to address your company's specific needs
• Taking advantage of the latest technologies that help you get
  organized and stay compliant

Finding new ways to cut costs is a top concern for businesses of all sizes, especially in this economic climate. Chances are you've already tried many of the traditional finance-driven methods: reducing headcount, tightening travel, cutting back on training programs. And yet, you may have missed a key savings opportunity: cutting the hidden costs of records management. This report identifies five proven ways you can significantly reduce your costs while delivering the records management capabilities your business really needs. Each of them is backed by real-world examples and statistics -- and accompanied by specific steps you can take to start saving now.

Documenting and recording the right information is a must-do for every company. Poor records management creates major compliance issues. But on the other hand, strategically managing your records can reduce hidden operating expenses. Learn about the shared assets, risks, and costs in this free Business Finance guide.