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FouAnalytics Releases Public MSA Boilerplate for Measurement-First Digital Media Governance | CFO Dive
FouAnalytics, an independent analytics and verification platform for digital advertising, websites, and mobile apps, released a public Master Services Agreement (MSA) template on September 1, 2026, aimed at helping advertisers and procurement teams establish an evidence-based governance framework for digital media spending. The template requires FouAnalytics as the measurement standard, stipulates that media placements are billable only when sufficient measurement data exists, and distinguishes between measurement gaps and measurement discrepancies. The template covers omnichannel media governance, including key clauses on advertiser control, access rights, measurement plans, brand safety, and supply chain transparency.
Kroll Report: CFOs Overlook Cybersecurity Risks Worth Millions of Dollars
On September 13, 2022, Kroll released the report "Cyber Risk and CFOs: Over-Confidence is Costly," revealing blind spots in CFOs' understanding of cybersecurity. The survey covered 180 senior financial executives worldwide and found that most CFOs are underprepared for cyber risks yet generally overconfident. The report notes that 71% of surveyed companies lost over $5 million due to cyber incidents in the past 18 months, and 61% experienced at least three major cyber incidents.
Survey: 72% of CFOs Experienced Above-Average Turnover in the Past Two Years, Outdated Manual Processes and Technology Cited as Main Causes
According to the report "How CFOs Navigate Change" released by Tesorio and Tipalti, 72% of CFOs experienced above-average turnover in the past two years, with outdated manual processes and technology being the top pain point for new employees (54%). Although CFOs have enhanced the resilience of finance functions through digital payments, improved reporting, and automated workflows, investments in AR and AP automation remain insufficient.
AICPA Secures Maryland Grant to Expand Finance Business Partner Apprenticeship Program
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) announced a grant of nearly $120,000 from the Maryland Department of Labor to expand its Registered Apprenticeship for Finance Business Partners. The funds will cover instruction costs for at least 25 new apprentices, addressing the growing demand for skilled accounting and finance talent.
Fintastic Emerges with $12M Seed Funding to Reshape FP&A Landscape with World's First AI-Driven Intelligent Platform
Fintastic, headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, announced on October 6, 2022, its emergence from stealth mode, completing a $12 million seed funding round led by Group 11, with participation from Benhamou Global Ventures and several angel investors. Founded in 2021 by Jonathan Einav (CEO), Eric Shellef (CTO), and Hamutal Anavi Russo (COO), the company launched the world's first AI-driven intelligent FP&A platform, aimed at addressing the inefficiencies and lack of intelligent insights in traditional financial planning and analysis software.
Study Reveals 'People Impact Gap' Costs U.S. Businesses $1.8 Trillion Annually
On October 14, 2022, the People Intelligence Alliance released research indicating that the 'People Impact Gap'—the disconnect between available people data and frontline decisions—costs U.S. businesses approximately $1.8 trillion annually. The estimate is based on research by Marler and Martin across more than 200 companies and extends to approximately 3,000 large organizations in North America.
FORVIS 2022 Financial Services Virtual Symposium to be Held November 15-16
FORVIS announced it will host the 2022 Financial Services Virtual Symposium on November 15-16, 2022. The event, eligible for CPE credits, focuses on hot topics in banking, including cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, digital assets, and ESG. Dr. Roger Tutterow, Professor of Economics at Kennesaw State University, will deliver a keynote on the economic outlook, and several FORVIS business leaders will also participate in sharing insights.
Welocalize Leads the Industry with ISO Certification for Virtual Locations, Setting New Standards for Quality and Information Security
Welocalize announces its achievement of ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certifications for virtual locations, positioning itself as a pioneer in the language services industry. This certification model replaces traditional physical site audits, validating the effectiveness of cloud-based quality processes and information security systems, providing clients with greater assurance while reducing audit frequency and costs.
CFO Priorities: Balancing Technology and Talent, Outlook for 2022 and Beyond
Recent research reveals that nearly half of CFOs view talent acquisition and retention as their top concern, while technology investment remains a priority, yet most CFOs admit they would have adopted different technology strategies if they could have foreseen events of the past few years.
Amid Rising Economic Uncertainty, Legion Launches 60-Day Free Trial of Demand Forecasting Solution
On November 10, 2022, Legion Technologies announced a free 60-day pilot of its demand forecasting solution, covering up to 50 stores and 10 demand drivers, aimed at helping businesses optimize labor budgets during uncertain economic times. The solution is based on Legion's 2022 Seasonal Hourly Worker Report, where 87% of managers reported unchanged or increased pressure heading into the upcoming holiday season.