CFO Software, AI, and the Future of Financial Decision-Making

CFO Software, AI, and the Future of Financial Decision-Making

July 21, 2026 · 24 min

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This episode discusses the evolving role of the CFO in the age of AI and the importance of connected finance ecosystems for better decision-making.

The role of the CFO is evolving rapidly. Finance leaders are expected to drive ​​strategy, manage risk, and deliver deeper business insight while navigating ​​​increasingly complex technology landscapes. In this episode, Owen McDonald ​​is joined by Gareth Priest, Chief Product Officer of Bottomline, to discuss how ​​the Office of the CFO is adapting in the age of AI. Together, they explore how disconnected data impacts decision-making, where ​AI is delivering value beyond automation, and why connected finance ​ecosystems are critical to managing risk and driving better business outcomes. #AI #FinanceTransformation #AIInFinance #OfficeOfTheCFO

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