World’s Largest UNConference for the Office of the CFO

Andy Fastow, the architect of Enron’s financial maneuvers, sees unsettling parallels between the past and today’s AI-driven finance. Are algorithms setting the stage for another collapse, just better disguised? The risks are familiar—but are we responding any better?

12,733 customers, a $30M cash flow gap, and rapid growth. DXP tackled it all, boosting cash flow by 40%, cutting DSO by 20 days, and achieving 90% straight-through processing. Here’s how they did it—without adding headcount.

60,000 missed attempts and rising A/R balances had BSN Sports stuck—until they cranked up the Metallica. The result? 50% fewer past dues, a 30% lighter collector workload, and $500K saved in credit card fees. A/R automation is now driving their growth.

Managing 4,000 customers, Supply Tech struggled with long-tail collections. With autonomous collections, they now handle 70 accounts daily—7x more than before. Past dues dropped by 50%, and DSO decreased by 5 days, all while freeing up time for collectors to grab that extra coffee.

By tapping into data from 14,000 customer payment histories, A/R became a sales powerhouse. The result? 30% fewer past dues, 70% faster onboarding, and millions in sales processed—all without adding headcount. Here’s how it happened.

Handling 20,000 invoices and 8,500 customers used to take all day at Southwire. Now, with 90% straight-through processing, exceptions are resolved faster, and disputes are no longer a bottleneck. The team finally has time for that second cup of coffee—before lunch.

By 2030, Gen Alpha will be 11% of the workforce, demanding high salaries and switching jobs faster than ever. They're AI natives, but how do companies tap into their skills without blowing the budget?

December 22, 2023: systems went dark, halting $90 million in sales and $79 million in aging balances. With no ERP for a month, CKS used Collections and Cash Application modules to recover and avoid disaster. Could your A/R survive being held hostage?

AI isn't just buzz—it can automate processes, cut costs by 30%, and forecast with 95% accuracy. The challenge? Turning hype into real cash. Here's how to make AI deliver results and silence the skeptics.

$19.1 billion spent on AI in finance, but only 30% of projects show ROI. This session cuts through the hype, showing finance pros how AI can truly impact P&L, improve forecasting, and deliver on the promises of digital transformation.

With startups collapsing and M&A reshuffling the fintech landscape, your tech stack could be at risk. How do you protect your operations if vendors disappear overnight? We’ll reveal what’s happening behind the scenes and the strategies to ensure your business stays secure.