by alix | Dec 19, 2025 | Banking, Services, Technology
This week’s guest blog is from our Headline sponsor, AccountsIQ: As we move into the new year, it’s worth reflecting on what was faced by finance professionals this year and the learnings they’ve taken away as a result. It’s been quite the year for finance teams...
by alix | Dec 12, 2025 | Banking, HR, Services
Finance companies all reacted differently to the 2025 Autumn Budget, and of course there were mixed feelings about it.The Budget impacted the finance sector by boosting investment via enhanced Enterprise Investment Schemes (EIS) and Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs),...
by alix | Dec 5, 2025 | Banking, Services
This week’s guest post is from our regular exhibitor, Forecast 5: As AI adoption accelerates, finance teams are grappling with unforeseen expenses – rising cloud bills, outdated software licenses, and shadow IT purchases – that strain budgets and...
by alix | Dec 1, 2025 | Banking, Services, Technology
We’re really paying attention to finance tools and tech for the coming year. There’s lots of talk of AI and how it will become the norm. In 2026, AI integration will move from experimental to systemic and ubiquitous, becoming a core part of daily business operations...
by alix | Nov 21, 2025 | Services, Technology
This week’s blog is from one of our exhibitors, Bluestone: As more UK businesses work towards their sustainability goals, renewable energy has become a core focus for reducing costs, improving energy independence, and meeting environmental commitments. While the...
by alix | Nov 14, 2025 | Banking, Risk, Services
UK finance leaders are worried about the UK economy, with specific concerns centered on rising costs, low productivity, weak competitiveness, and an uncertain fiscal policy outlook. Recent surveys highlight a generally defensive stance and a focus on managing...
