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Burning Platform: Strategic Insights on Zoho Finance & Operations Platform

deal architect

For the 115th episode of Burning Platform, we host Sivaramakrishnan "Siva" Iswaran, who heads the Finance and Operations Suite at Zoho globally At the recent ZohoDay24 event, I saw Siva present on Financial and Operational capabilities they have been investing.

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What Happens When Startups Turn from Their Innovation Stage to Operational Excellence?

Both Sides of the Table

Nearly every successful tech startup I’ve observed over the past 20 years has gone through a similar growth pattern: Innovate, systematize then scale operations. Sam & Rahul have worked closely together on “innovate & operate” since the earliest days of MakeSpace. and we were met with weak demand, slow growth and high costs.

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How to Wisely Utilize Debt for Business Expansion

The Startup Magazine

By strategically leveraging debt, businesses can access the capital needed to invest in new opportunities, expand operations, and increase profitability. It compares a company’s net operating income to its debt payments, providing insight into its repayment capacity.

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How Finance Can Usher In Digital Transformation With One Key Resource

YoungUpstarts

by Andrew Durlak, Co-Founder & VP of Operations at Scout RFP. Internal business operations, on the other hand, are a different story entirely. As finance leaders look beyond increasing sales as a way to improve cash flow, the case to prioritize procurement is compelling. Making the first move. Boost stakeholder support.

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Technology, Innovation, and Great Power Competition  – 2022 Wrap Up

Steve Blank

At the end of the quarter, each of the teams gave a final “Lessons Learned” presentation and followed up with a 3,000 to 5,000-word team-written paper. If you can’t see the presentation click here. If you can’t see the presentation click here. If you can’t see the presentation click here. Class Organization.

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How Great, Operationally-Focused CFO’s Can Transform Your Business

Both Sides of the Table

A great finance leader is on top of your numbers with such precision that you don’t have to worry about it. But a great finance leader isn’t just budgeting but he or she is an consummate planning and they won’t take s**t from you about why you need to avoid hiring more staff until you close new contracts or raise money.

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4 Accounting Tips For Startups And Small Businesses

YoungUpstarts

To avoid these common pitfalls — and set up your finances to support your business as it grows — follow these four accounting tips for startups and small businesses. If you’re presenting reports to your board or sharing updates with investors, they’ll expect to see your finances under the accrual method.