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Finance and Treasury

How to Prepare for a Recession
Whether the U.S. is in a recession or not, businesses should prepare for more economic uncertainty. These five strategies will help.Read the article
December 23, 2022 • 3 min

Finance and Treasury

How to Reduce Foreign Exchange Risk and Costs
Global companies are familiar with exchange rate complexity and fees. But multi-currency accounts simplify payments, are cost-effective, and reduce risk.Read the article
March 24, 2023 (updated September 21, 2023) • 5 minutes

Finance and Treasury

Is Crypto Over?
Despite recent collapses and fraud incidents, cryptocurrencies have enormous potential for market capitalization growth.Read the article
April 13, 2023 • 5 mins

Finance and Treasury

Is Economic Stability Possible in Uncertain Times?
Businesses are aiming for economic stability amidst uncertainty. Answering three questions will help determine a course of action.Read the article
December 15, 2022 (updated June 14, 2023) • 8 min

Finance and Treasury

Foreign Exchange Risk: Don’t Get Caught in the Supply Chain Web
Global businesses, suppliers and vendors usually pay in a variety of currencies. How do you mitigate FX risks in the supply chain?Read the article
August 31, 2022 • 2 min

Finance and Treasury

International Trade: Funding Your Expansion
Are you considering international expansion, but not sure of the risks, how to proceed or get funding? Here’s what you need to know.Read the article
July 13, 2022 • 3 min

Finance and Treasury

Reading Between Currency Rate Headlines
Currency management can be confusing. You’ll constantly hear about markets and currencies in a volatile economy. Keep these associations in mind as you read or listen to current headlines.Read the article
July 04, 2022 • 2 min

Finance and Treasury

Unlock the Cash You Need – Now and for the Future
Three capital management strategies to better control cash flow for short and long-term liquidity needs.Read the article
May 20, 2022 (updated March 30, 2023) • 4 min

Finance and Treasury

Five Keys to Optimize Cash Management
Managing cash flow and liquidity is a balancing act. Five key tactics will improve forecasting, analysis, visibility and fraud mitigation for optimal results.Read the article
April 26, 2022 • 5 min

Finance and Treasury

Winning at Cash Flow Management
Over the last two years, managing cash flow required discipline and creativity. But some companies mastered cash flow management despite weak supply chains, lockdowns, and consumer shifts.Read the article
April 18, 2022 • 3 min

Finance and Treasury

How CFOs are Shifting the Finance Paradigm for Greater Business Impact

The modern CFO is evolving from financial guru to visionary. With a focus on four key areas, these captains of finance are leading the way to more profitable business models.Read the article
March 05, 2021 • 4 min

Finance and Treasury

Free Cash Flow with AP/AR Transformation
Cash flow is vital to business survival. Automated accounts receivable and accounts payable free cash flow for greater liquidity.Read the article
February 08, 2022 (updated April 21, 2023) • 5 min

Finance and Treasury

Spend Management with Cards
Companies have been slow to transition from manual purchasing and reimbursement processes, but now might be a good time to upgrade to a better tool.Read the article
June 21, 2021 • 4 min

Fraud and Risk Management

Prevent Fraud During the Holidays

Fraudsters are making a holiday list. It might include your business. These nine tips will help prevent fraud.Read the article
November 23, 2022 • 3 min

Fraud and Risk Management

Holiday Scams: 'Tis the Season to Be Wary
Two holiday scams resulted in $265 million in losses just two years ago. Can you spot them?Read the article
October 11, 2022 • 8 min

Fraud and Risk Management

Payment Fraud: Spot It and Stop It
Seventy-one percent of organizations were victims of payment fraud last year. Do you know what to look for or how to stop it?Read the article
October 06, 2022 • 6 min

Fraud and Risk Management

Preventing Deepfakes and Rising Online Fraud
It's not enough to know what fraudsters are up to now. The real question is “what are fraudsters up to next?” Deepfakes and three other types of online fraud are on the rise.Read the article
November 15, 2021 • 5 min

Fraud and Risk Management

Is an Employee Stealing from Your Company?
One of the costliest financial crimes might be happening in the office next to you. Would you recognize the signs?Read the article
May 24, 2021 (updated April 28, 2023) • 6 min

Fraud and Risk Management

How to Protect Your Business from Ransomware
Colonial Pipeline’s cyberattack should’ve been a wakeup call. But in 2022 the U.S. led the world in ransomware attacks. Here’s how to protect your business.Read the article
May 14, 2021 (updated September 15, 2023) • 5 min

Fraud and Risk Management

Is Your Government Organization Safe from Tax Scams?
Fraud against governments reduces funding for citizen and community services. Seven simple steps will help mitigate internal and external fraud.Read the article
April 26, 2021 • 6 min

Fraud and Risk Management

Three Ways the Pandemic has Changed Business Fraud
The COVID-19 outbreak provided the perfect cover for thieves to exploit economic, public health and political conditions for their personal gain. But businesses can fight back.Read the article
April 19, 2021 • 6 min

Fraud and Risk Management

How to Protect Your Business from Pandemic-Related Fraud
Since the pandemic began, anti-fraud professionals have seen an increase of 77% in related business crimes. These recommendations will help neutralize the top threats.Read the article
April 12, 2021 • 3 min

Fraud and Risk Management

Employee Theft: The Whys and Hows
Most businesses are aware of external fraud risks. But do you know how many are targeted by employees and why?Read the article
February 12, 2021 (updated April 24, 2023) • 7 min

Innovation

Sustainable Agriculture: Good for Earth, Growers, Economy
The sustainable agriculture market will grow to $31.4 billion by 2031. What does this mean for the future of farming?Read the article
August 14, 2023 • 7 mins

Innovation

Technology: The Mother of Business Transformation
As we manage beyond the pandemic, optimizing technology comes down to prioritizing your organization’s efforts to implement efficient and profitable solutions.Read the article
July 12, 2022 • 5 min

Market and Industry Insights

Consumer Confidence Changing Buyer Behavior
Consumer confidence has improved, but high prices persist. Americans are adapting buyer behavior to cut costs. Here’s what businesses can expect and what to do.Read the article
August 22, 2022 (updated May 05, 2023) • 5 min

Market and Industry Insights

Economic Outlook: What is Happening with the U.S. Economy?
Information on the U.S. economy is seemingly limitless. But what does it mean for businesses? Synovus’ Senior Trust Portfolio Manager, Dan Morgan, explains what matters most.Read the article
June 08, 2023 • 5 min

Market and Industry Insights

Are We Headed for a Recession?
There’s a lot of talk about recessions, but what defines a recession and what causes it? Here’s what you need to know.Read the article
August 20, 2022 (updated April 03, 2023) • 3 min

Market and Industry Insights

How Manufacturers are Coping with COVID-19
The problems of COVID-19 will not disappear overnight, but nimble manufacturers will survive and learn to thrive.Read the article
July 05, 2022 • 5 min

Market and Industry Insights

Covid-19 Rocks Transportation: How to Keep Rolling
After Q1 2020, transportation and logistics leaders anticipated disruptions to their business. But a few practical steps can help to minimize risks throughout the remainder of the year.Read the article
July 05, 2022 • 4 min

Market and Industry Insights

Fighting Rising Interest Rates with Informed Cash Flow Management
The Feds have raised rates nine times and they’re currently the highest they’ve been since 2007. An actionable cash management plan can help unlock trapped cash when interest rates are increasing.Read the article
June 28, 2022 (updated May 11, 2023) • 3 min

Market and Industry Insights

Medical Devices Breathe New Life into Healthcare
Medical device innovators increase sales 24% faster than competitors. Lessons learned during the pandemic are fostering new ways of thinking and growth in the healthcare industry.Read the article
June 27, 2022 • 5 min

Market and Industry Insights

Sun Belt States Florida and Georgia Heating Up Commercial Real Estate
What type of commercial real estate is the best investment? Investors think it’s industrial/logistics (60%) and multifamily housing (27%). Metros in two Sun Belt states are targets.Read the article
May 20, 2022 • 6 min

Market and Industry Insights

Restaurant Industry Innovation is on the Menu
Eighty-seven percent of restaurant operators, owners and managers say technology adoption was a key factor in surviving the pandemic.Read the article
April 07, 2022 • 3 min

Market and Industry Insights

The U.S. Inflation Rate vs. The Supply Chain
Inflation is suddenly a hot topic in the U.S. Prices for nearly everything we buy have gone up noticeably over the past year.Read the article
February 11, 2022 • 2 min

Market and Industry Insights

Where to Look for Real Estate Investing Opportunities
The suburbs are swelling, with new homes popping up everywhere. That’s great for residential real estate. But what’s attracting commercial investors?Read the article
September 20, 2021 • 5 min

Market and Industry Insights

Supply Chain Challenges Part 1: Automobile Manufacturing When the Chips Are Down
Reduced computer chip supply is severely limiting auto production, resulting in very low inventory and very high prices for new and used cars. See the impact of semiconductor manufacturing on the auto industry.Read the article
September 03, 2021 • 5 min

Market and Industry Insights

Supply Chain Challenges Part 3: Sharpening the Saw to Reduce Lumber Shortages
Sawmills were shut down when the pandemic began. No one anticipated the effects this would have on lumber and the construction industry. How soon will things change?Read the article
September 03, 2021 • 3 min

Market and Industry Insights

How to Improve the Health of Your Practice’s Accounts Receivable
It’s a tough time for medical practices and hospitals. Revenues are dropping and payments are lagging. Now’s the time to improve accounts receivable management.Read the article
September 03, 2021 (updated July 14, 2023) • 5 min

Market and Industry Insights

Supply Chain Challenges Part 2: Trucking Industry Shortages: Tech Bound and Down
Construction, manufacturing – even your favorite meal – are being affected by the trucking industry’s driver shortage. The American Trucking Association says the labor shortage isn’t new. Here’s what this group and other industry associations are recommending to fix the problem.Read the article
September 03, 2021 • 4 min

Market and Industry Insights

Is Inflation Heating Up?
Since the May 12 Consumer Price Index release, the investment community has debated how long we’ll experience high levels of inflation. What can we expect?Read the article
July 12, 2021 • 3 min

Market and Industry Insights

U.S. Meat and Dairy Production: Satisfying the World’s Appetite
Meat products are an important ingredient in global meals. U.S. meat and dairy producers are helping to meet the growing demand. See how they’re faring now and what’s expected.Read the article
June 21, 2021 (updated July 24, 2023) • 6 min

Market and Industry Insights

Supply, Demand, and the $50 Chicken Sandwich
Several factors are driving up the cost of everything from homes to a Southern lunch classic. Is there an end in sight?Read the article
May 19, 2021 • 6 min

Market and Industry Insights

Are Construction Material Costs Slowing Building Pace?

2020 saw a rise in new home construction and a slight drop in commercial building. But lingering supply chain disruptions are causing building material shortages, as well as increases in pricing. Will these factors impact construction this year?Read the article
April 14, 2021 • 7 min

Market and Industry Insights

U.S. Crop Production Hungering for Growth
The pandemic interrupted food supply chains. Even with eased constrictions, the next few years will be challenging for Southeastern producers. Farmers and other growers must be prepared to adapt to market conditions.Read the article
June 12, 2023 • 8 min

Market and Industry Insights

Commercial Real Estate Outlook: A Year of Transition in the Office Sector
Since the onset of the pandemic, some commercial real estate sectors performed well. Others didn’t. The Office sector still poses questions.Read the article
February 15, 2021 • 8 min

Market and Industry Insights

Outlook 2021: Georgia’s Winding Path to Stability
Like 49 other U.S. states, Georgia has weathered some hard knocks during the pandemic-induced depression. What, if any, economic relief will 2021 bring?Read the article
January 25, 2021 • 9 min

Market and Industry Insights

Multifamily Housing in the Pandemic: Setting the Stage for 2021
Pre-existing conditions and unprecedented market forces are affecting the multifamily sector. What trends will 2021 bring?Read the article
December 07, 2020 • 7 min

Operations

What Are the Top Business Challenges in 2023?
Every year brings new opportunities and challenges. Business leaders will focus their attention on five key areas this year.Read the article
April 03, 2023 • 7 mins

Operations

The Great Resignation vs. the C-Suite
Seventy-one percent of CEOs believe labor shortages are disrupting business. In addition to hiring, they are focused on reducing employee resignations.Read the article
November 14, 2022 • 7 min

Operations

Supply Chain Disruptions Can Be Overcome
Prolonged supply chain disruptions can cause businesses to lose 30%-50% of earnings before interest, taxes, and depreciation. Here’s how to remain profitable.Read the article
October 06, 2022 • 5 min

Operations

Eight Business Online Banking Provider Must-Haves
Does your business need online banking? Carefully consider these essentials before you choose.Read the article
September 01, 2022 (updated May 04, 2023) • 3 min

Operations

Business Process Automation Checklist
Don’t rush digitalization. Careful consideration and some tips will help to accomplish your goals when making the shift.Read the article
April 12, 2022 • 5 min

Operations

How to Find the Right Commercial Banking Partner
Finding the right banking partner is not only about identifying the institution that is willing to provide capital.Read the article
April 07, 2022 (updated May 22, 2023) • 7 min

Operations

Customer Experience Management: How Digitalization Helps
Consumers expect a flawless customer experience. Focusing on improving CX could deliver double your revenue in 36 months.Read the article
March 02, 2022 • 3 min

Operations

Disruption in the C-Suite: Four 2022 Priorities
Late last year CEO economic outlook rose to its highest level in 20 years. But four disruptors are concerning.Read the article
February 16, 2022 • 1 min

Operations

Digitalization: Why Should You Care?
The race to digitalization is well underway. Is your company positioned to maximize the benefits of digital tools and processes? Your future may depend on it.Read the article
February 04, 2022 • 5 min

Operations

Talent Acquisition and Retention in the New Normal
Employers of every type are reporting historically high quit rates and they are feeling the pain of staff shortages. Some businesses are adopting new strategies to attract and keep the employees they need.Read the article
November 22, 2021 • 5 min

Operations

Protecting Customer Data is Key to Reputation Management
Your brand reputation ultimately lives in the hearts and minds of consumers, but there are ways it can be influenced. One of the most effective ways to do so? Respect your customers’ personal information.Read the article
September 24, 2021 • 6 min

Operations

Five Tactics for Business Continuity
During the pandemic, we’ve witnessed untold interruptions to life and business. These five recommendations offer a holistic approach to business continuity planning.Read the article
March 22, 2021 • 5 min

Operations

Leave Your Payroll System to the Pros
Payroll automation may seem like a luxury. But it reduces costs, saves time, and increases employee satisfaction.Read the article
January 11, 2021 (updated April 21, 2023) • 4 min

Payments

Five Payment Strategies for Business Growth
Tighter control of payment processes helps businesses reduce fraud, enhance customer satisfaction, and achieve company growth.Read the article
January 13, 2023 • 5 min

Payments

How to Reduce Foreign Exchange Risk and Costs

If you run an international business, you’re familiar with exchange rate risks, complexity, and fees. Multi-currency accounts simplify payments, are cost-effective, and reduce risk.Read the article
March 24, 2023 • 5 minutes

Payments

Payment Options Move Money Faster and More Efficiently
Consumer demand and emerging technologies are paving the way to evolving payment methods.Read the article
March 10, 2022 • 5 min

Payments

Is Crypto the Future of B2B Cross-Border Payments?
Thirty-seven percent of multinationals use cryptocurrency for cross-border payments. Payments could be 75% cheaper and 96% faster for businesses. But mainstream adoption is a battle.Read the article
March 09, 2022 • 4 min

Payments

AI Supercharges Straight-Through Payments Processing
Organizations that send and receive payments spend a lot of time and effort on manual processing. Integrating STP with AI delivers more value with less effort.Read the article
December 10, 2021 (updated April 10, 2023) • 7 min

Payments

Accounts Receivable: How to Speed up Cash Flow
Finance professionals have been trying to speed up accounts receivable processing for decades. Here’s why and how you should expedite payments.Read the article
July 12, 2021 (updated June 12, 2023) • 5 min

Payments

Waiting…and Waiting…to be Paid
Payment delays are a challenge many organizations face. Adopting some best practices will ensure you’re paid in a timelier manner.Read the article
July 06, 2021 (updated June 29, 2023) • 4 min

Strategic Advice

Why is Succession Planning Important?
Effective succession planning can increase valuation and investor returns for large companies by 20-25%. But many companies don’t have a succession plan. Develop one with these seven steps.Read the article
May 20, 2022 (updated April 11, 2023) • 6 min

Strategic Advice

Four Steps for Effective Market Planning
Growing a company or launching a new product or service can be daunting. Careful planning can help facilitate growth, while mitigating risk.Read the article
November 05, 2021 • 6 min

Strategic Advice

Five 2022 Business Planning Trends
Over a year into the pandemic, companies are still adapting to economic, labor and supply chain challenges. In the next year, CEOs and other business leaders will focus on sales, spending, supply chain management, staffing, and flexible work arrangements.Read the article
October 08, 2021 • 4 min

Strategic Advice

Scenario Planning Dos and Don’ts
First used in the 1950s to assess potential effects of a nuclear war, scenario planning offers practical benefits for CFOs and other finance professionals today. Consider these dos and don’ts when beginning the scenario planning process.Read the article
September 03, 2021 • 2 min

Strategic Advice

Scenario Planning: Preparing for What’s Next
Despite advances in technology, the Nostradamus School of Management still doesn't exist. How would another prolonged business disruption affect your organization? What would it mean for revenue? Our employees? Scenario planning can answer these questions.Read the article
August 11, 2021 (updated May 04, 2023) • 4 min