When it comes to undertaking large M&A transactions, it seems that it is often better to be lucky than good, or in the right place at the right time.

The number of top U.S. companies reporting CR data has doubled since 2005, says KPMG report.

The downturn presents unprecedented challenges, but also some bright opportunities, says Jim Hemerling, senior partner with the Boston Consulting Group. Hemerling is co-author (with Harold L. Sirkin and Arindam K. Bhattacharya) of Globality: Competing With Everyone From Everywhere for Everything (Business Plus, 2008).

International financial reporting standards are not going away. How long can U.S. companies keep dragging their feet?

CFOs and procurement pros alike are looking for ways to boost the function's contribution. A new model of procurement capabilities from The Hackett Group provides a road map to world-class performance.

A closer look at important but sometimes neglected components of the law

The finger-pointing for the subprime mess has only just begun.

With top-line prospects dimming, companies are taking another look at outsourcing their back office functions to cut costs and protect profitability. We asked Archstone Consulting principals Mark Schmeling, CFO advisory services practice leader, and Maureen Piche, business process outsourcing (BPO) practice leader, for their insights into the BPO option now.

Companies that view revenue recognition rules as just another example of plus-sized accounting complexity are overlooking a keen opportunity to boost investor confidence and grow value.

The World Is Curved: Hidden Dangers to the Global Economy author David Smick provides insight into the economic crisis and explains its impact on businesses and finance executives outside the financial services sector.