Reality Check

Winning by acquisition

September 20, 2019

Financial services firms are dashing to adopt crypto and blockchain technologies through M&A. Here are some strategies for success.

How blockchain is transforming business processes

September 19, 2019

Enterprise blockchain technology is changing the way business functions and delivering opportunities for trust, growth and compliance.

5 steps to winning the internal customer

September 17, 2019

Procurement’s relevancy relies upon creating a customer-centric experience for the internal customer.

How tech companies are making crucial technology bets

September 12, 2019

Capitalizing on innovation opportunities requires tech companies to adopt a new mind-set for technology investment.

The emergence of the functionless enterprise

September 10, 2019

HR execs lead the shift in business models to create an agile workforce able to meet market demands and increase their bottom line.

How AI’s impact is dividing tech leaders

September 06, 2019

While the jury is still out on whether artificial intelligence will eliminate jobs, one thing is for sure — it will change them.

CEOs recognize complexity and scope of AI implementations

September 04, 2019

While returns may take time, the importance of being an early mover in AI implementation cannot be overstated.

Challenges loom for corporate entities with CECL

August 29, 2019

As time is running out to implement CECL, corporate entities can take benefit from lessons learned during IFRS 9 implementation.

Approaching risk as if life depended upon it

August 27, 2019

Life sciences and healthcare organizations need to become future-proof from risk to gain an advantage with emerging technologies.

Three paths toward a more resilient organization

August 20, 2019

U.S. CEOs are actively engaged in efforts to make their organizations more resilient.

Data artistry brings HR data alive

August 13, 2019

A new set of analytical and communications skills

It’s time to get low

August 07, 2019

Whatever business you’re in low-code, rapid application development solutions make it easier than ever.

Trust in a time of disruption

August 06, 2019

Does your organization put security concerns front and center?

Don’t neglect security & controls during ERP implementations

August 02, 2019

Take the opportunity to define and execute a risk and security roadmap during the transition to SAP S/4HANA

Developing a future-focused back-office transformation

July 31, 2019

Learn how KPMG helped a Midwest Catholic Healthcare System implement Workday HCM and payroll to improve operating results.

Digital disruption backs up mass transit

July 30, 2019

A steep decline in mass transit ridership from emerging technologies and underinvestment encourages civic leaders to reshape mobility.

IT leaders are possibly losing their influence in businesses

July 26, 2019

The decline in CIOs sitting on boards continues to grow, but influence stays strong

Emerging technologies require a foundation of trust

July 25, 2019

Gaining customer trust in today’s digital world challenges tech leaders to responsibly harness disruptive technologies.

Automate government agency functions in five easy steps

July 17, 2019

The right implementation strategy for AI and automation improves productivity and workforce morale while producing cost-savings.

Adopt AI at speed to achieve scale

July 10, 2019

Global leaders describe their efforts to realize the promise of intelligent automation.

How to avoid the costly toll of cyber attacks

July 02, 2019

Businesses risk customer trust and business growth by not prioritizing cyber security.

Gaining an information edge

June 28, 2019

How PE firms can turn data into a competitive advantage

Levering cyber threats into cyber opportunities

June 26, 2019

Emerging digital threats demand companies take new precautions to protect their customers and their bottom line in the new year.

The buck stops at cyber security

June 25, 2019

Financial services organizations seek to balance security with convenience to reach today’s digitally-savvy customers.

Self-driving cars are coming to insurers need a strategic response

June 20, 2019

Autonomous vehicle technology will require P&C players to rethink-and reboot-their business models.

IT’s new flexible workforce

June 19, 2019

IT needs to deliver value to the business by embracing flexibility with new roles, new skill sets and new priorities.

Four steps to an advanced tech and cyber risk function

June 18, 2019

Elevate your risk management functions by building a proactive culture of collaboration and innovation that supports the business.

AI / Compliance in control

June 06, 2019

Financial services regulatory challenges

Opportunities for healthcare investors in an evolving market

June 05, 2019

Despite disruption, healthcare and life sciences spending expected to grow.

Resources: The five steps to modern delivery success

June 04, 2019

The modern delivery approach won’t work if your workforce isn’t fit-to-task

Separating market reality from hype in 2019

May 21, 2019

Explores the “hype” vs. reality of various market topics and trends.

Top global market trends 2019: Talent and Automation

May 15, 2019

Addresses top negative and positive trends expected in the market over the coming one to two years.

HR/CEO – A house divided on intelligent automation

May 11, 2019

One of the biggest disruptions to the future of HR is the emergence of IA

5G success begins with private networks

May 09, 2019

Private 5G can serve as a key enabler for economic growth with innovative solutions and products.

Managing consumer rights for CCPA compliance

May 03, 2019

Privacy rights requests challenge organizations to deliver an optimized process to help consumers take control of their information.

Biotech and pharma manufacturers need to get it right

May 01, 2019

A successful biotech or pharma product launch in the U.S. government payer market depends on deep knowledge.

Blog: With autonomous delivery, people move less and packages move more

April 30, 2019

Autonomous delivery is on the threshold of exploding and creating multiple opportunities and challenges for consumers and businesses alike.

Maximizing marketing spend

April 26, 2019

CMOs need to work with their finance and procurement counterparts to understand the factors to manage marketing spend more efficiently.

Aligning the business and IT to serve the customer better

April 24, 2019

Unlock the power of data as an asset to the business while ensuring secure development through a modern delivery approach.

Creating a digital supply chain

April 23, 2019

The supply chain management of the past won’t work anymore; companies are looking for a digital supply chain that can provide more agile, efficient, and transparent service delivery.

How to conduct data inventory and data mapping

April 18, 2019

Learn the practicalities of personal information collection and in what form(s) it should be inventoried and/or mapped.

Regain control of your supply chain

April 17, 2019

A supply chain segmentation strategy can help your company gain a competitive advantage, streamline processes and reduce waste.

Capacity planning in a digital age

April 16, 2019

Today’s digital capabilities are enabling capacity planning to go to new levels.

Accelerate CCPA readiness through GDPR capabilities

April 12, 2019

Leverage existing compliance efforts to meet new regulatory requirements during this time of global privacy revolution.

Transform your organization with digital inventory optimization

April 10, 2019

Inventory reduction is a key target of companies to reduce working capital and its associated costs, leading to improved cash flow.

Kick-starting your cloud journey

April 09, 2019

An agile risk management strategy enables the business to reap the benefits of cloud-based services to accelerate strategic growth.

Calculating customer value

April 04, 2019

Brand loyalty. Lower costs. Increased sales and profits. These are just some of the key benefits of quantifying the long-term value of customers. Getting it right requires the CMO and CFO to work together.

Ivalua names KPMG their 2018 Global Partner of the Year

April 03, 2019

Working together to help companies accelerate the transformation of their Source-to-Pay process.

Preparing for the impact of the LIBOR transition

April 02, 2019

With LIBOR going away, find out how to get ready for what comes next.

Success with the PMO: Digital supply chain transformation

March 29, 2019

PMOs can sometimes be perceived as unnecessary overhead for already expensive supply chain transformations.

Building financial acumen in marketing

March 28, 2019

Together, CFOs and CMOs can identify the best strategy for building marketing’s financial acumen.

Enhancing the return on investment for GRC implementation

March 25, 2019

Organizations can deliver quantifiable ROI with governance, risk and compliance investments by tying them to the business strategy.

Colleges admissions scandal: Responding to allegations of misconduct

March 22, 2019

An organization’s response to allegations of misconduct can have a significant impact on reputation, revenue and brand name.

Creating metrics that matter

March 21, 2019

Marketing has access to more data, but struggles to get actionable insights. Determining the right metrics requires collaboration.

It’s time for COOs to become Chief Customer Officers

March 20, 2019

With the rise of the customer-centric enterprise, the chief operating officer is taking on a new role — the chief customer officer.

How CHROs can lead in driving customer-centricity

March 19, 2019

A winning customer experience begins with exceptional employee experiences. Gone are the days of traditional human resource functions.

The right skills, the right way, at the right time

March 15, 2019

This reengineering of the definition of work will, by many estimations, create as many as 58 million more jobs than it eliminates by 2022

Take your supplier relationships digital

March 13, 2019

Procurement teams can achieve growth by optimizing their supplier relationship management through behavioral changes and digital integration.

Driving bank compliance through innovation

March 12, 2019

Automated mapping of business processes helps a top 10 U.S. bank promote sustainable risk management and strategic growth.

Connecting your IoT strategy to deliver value

March 09, 2019

You can connect anything, but if you don’t connect to people—you are missing the target.