Results for Search Submit Filter by: Advanced Filter All results Solutions Industry Typelist People Client Story Insights/Blogs Filter Search Sort by RelevanceDate Order AscDesc Blog February 9, 2024 ESG Data Management and Reporting Are the CFO’s Responsibility — Period In a global survey of CFOs and finance leaders conducted by Protiviti, ESG metrics and measurement stand out as the highest priority for the finance organization to address over the next 12 months. Make no mistake: The new era of ESG data management and reporting is ultimately about risk management. Mitigating myriad risks that can arise from unsubstantiated or otherwise deficient ESG data and… Blog February 13, 2024 Engaging Internal Audit Stakeholders to Build the Base for Adoption — Understanding the Global Internal Audit Standards (Part 1 of 3) The final updated Global Internal Audit Standards become effective January 9, 2025. Why it matters: The update established an emphasis on quality, clarifies responsibilities, provides further guidance, and enhances the role of internal auditing as a business partner. Why start now: Proactively communicating, engaging in discussions, and laying the groundwork with stakeholders for the… Blog February 16, 2024 EU Extends Certain CSRD Adoption Timelines for Sector-Specific Standards and Non-EU Companies – But Read Between the Lines What happened – The European Parliament and the European Council have reached agreement on a proposal to delay certain adoption timelines of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The provisional agreement now only needs to be endorsed and formally adopted. Why it happened – Last September, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pledged to reduce the reporting burden for… Blog February 20, 2024 Focusing on Impact Areas — Understanding the Global Internal Audit Standards Updates (Part 2 of 3) The final updated Global Internal Audit Standards require substantive changes within the IA function and stakeholder relationships to remain in conformance and elevate the profession. What you need to know: Increased collaboration among the CAE, the board and senior management is required for the governance of the IA function. Key takeaway: IA needs to work with its stakeholders to set or… Blog February 21, 2024 Pursuing Modern Digital Product Management — and Why It Matters to Your Organization’s Digital Acceleration The big picture: The role of product management in a digital context has significantly matured, giving rise to an exciting and complex discipline known as digital product management. We have identified 12 key elements that differentiate the modern approach and discipline from traditional digital product development. Why it matters: Businesses can enhance their customer-centricity, agility, and… Blog February 23, 2024 CFOs Say Talent, Economic Concerns and Cyber Threats Are Top Risks The top concern for CFOs this year is talent management, according to a survey by Protiviti and NC State University's ERM Initiative. By the numbers: Not only do talent and succession challenges represent finance leaders’ most pressing risk concern this year, but also, four of their top 10 risks for 2024 relate to people management and organizational culture. Why it matters: Managing shifts in… Blog February 26, 2024 From Conformance to Performance — Understanding the Global Internal Audit Standards (Part 3 of 3) The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) final updated Global Internal Audit Standards provide the opportunity for transformative change. Why it matters: The update requires the internal audit (IA) function to have a strategic plan aligned with the organization’s strategy and defined performance objectives. Why start now: Defining the IA strategy and performance objectives will require stretch… Blog February 28, 2024 Integrated Business Planning: Navigating Volatility, Creating Resiliency The big picture: Challenging market conditions and volatility are driving the need for organizations to have greater resiliency, agility and flexibility to maximize profit while reducing risk. Between the lines: FP&A, profitability, reporting and analysis, strategic planning, enhanced data analytics and process improvement are top areas where CFOs are seeking to improve capabilities,… Blog February 29, 2024 Flash Report — NIST Releases Version 2.0 of Its Cybersecurity Framework (CSF): What This Means for Your Organization What you should know: On February 26, 2024, The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released version 2.0 of its updated and widely used Cybersecurity Framework (CSF). NIST CSF 2.0 expands to include governance and supply chains, offering comprehensive cybersecurity guidance for all organizations. Why it matters: The update is important for organizations of all sizes and sectors… Blog March 11, 2025 New Board Governance Research — Disruptors See the World Differently Disruptive change is happening, and more is coming. Is your organization ready? This message echoes throughout the findings of our second annual Global Board Governance Survey, conducted by Protiviti, BoardProspects and Broadridge. Our results, based on a global survey of more than 1,800 board members and C-suite executives, reveal that organizations that consider themselves to be disruptive… Load More