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Keeping your footing when the ground won’t stop movingNobody trained us for this. We were taught that finance is about control. We enjoy the comfort of precision, the beauty of balance sheets that tie to the penny, the predictability of forecasts built on neat historical data.But look around.…
The Hackett Group defines process transformation as “a comprehensive approach to redesigning and optimising operational processes to improve efficiency, effectiveness and adaptability.” AI-driven automation is one of the engines that powers process transformation. In other words: sensible processes…
Getting buy-in for new technology — even when it’s as game-changing as AI-powered solutions — requires more than just enthusiasm.You need a solid business case that speaks the language of leadership:- ROI- Risk Mitigation- Strategic Value- Compliancy- Improved RelationshipsIf you’re a functional…
Accounts Receivable (AR) automation speeds up invoicing, collections, and payments. See how it unlocks cash flow efficiency and fuels business growth.In today’s fast-paced business environment, companies are under constant pressure to do more with less. Finance teams, in particular, are expected to…
Celebrating Customer Triumphs with Esker in 2025This year, Esker customers didn’t just embrace digital transformation, they became the stars of it. From powerful video testimonials to award-winning success stories, our many Esker advocates played an incredible role in helping us voice the amazing…
2025 has been another enjoyable and positive year for charitable outreach for Esker.In the UK we have worked on a number of local projects, supporting local charitable initiatives as part of Esker’s ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) commitment.Read on to learn more! Esker offers…
Discover the five most important metrics for managing Accounts Receivable and how tracking these KPIs can improve cash flow, reduce risk, and strengthen financial performance. Managing Accounts Receivable (AR) effectively is one of the most critical aspects of maintaining healthy cash flow and…
An architect for the future. A driver of growth. A strategic partner to the CEO and other organisational leaders. That’s what the Office of the CFO is — or at least, what it should be.Now more than ever, bringing the Office of the CFO into daily business operations is key to unlocking greater…
Cash application — the process of matching incoming payments to customer invoices — has long been a bottleneck in finance departments. Manual allocation is time-consuming, error-prone, and slows down cash flow.Esker’s AI-powered Cash Application software revolutionises this process by automatically…
As the seasons shift from summer to autumn, we’re reminded that preparation is key. Just as we gather resources, ready our homes, and adapt our routines for the colder months ahead, organisations must also prepare for the changing business climate. Regulatory demands, sustainability pressures, and…
In an office, long, long ago, an AP team spent hours manually entering invoices, chasing approvals and correcting errors. But then, with automation software, AP teams achieved new levels of speed and efficiency. Gone were all the manual processes, missed deadlines and lost revenue.Unfortunately,…
The cost of capital is no longer just a technical variable in financial models: It has become a strategic compass for the modern CFO. In a context where 82% of CFOs have seen their role expand well beyond the confines of the Finance department, understanding and optimising WACC (Weighted Average…
There’s a quiet revolution happening inside organisations, and it’s starting at the top.The Office of the CFO (OCFO) — once primarily focused on financial reporting, compliance, and cost control — is now being asked to drive enterprise-wide operational excellence. That means making processes faster…
Getting back into the swing of things after the slow days of summer is never easy. Aside from catching up on emails, it’s also time to look at the coming quarters and plan accordingly. This all in addition to the usual pressures of improving working capital without expanding headcount or increasing…
Finance operations are no longer just about crunching numbers and overseeing transactions. Today’s CFOs are expected to steer businesses through uncertainty and drive operational efficiency, while at the same time identify new avenues for growth. This mission requires a blend of strategic…
Esker Synergy AI, a suite of technologies including neural networks, machine learning, and LLM capabilities, is designed to automate mundane tasks for Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) in B2B environments, allowing them to focus on higher-value customer interactions. Esker emphasises a…