Listing of AFP News Articleshttp://www.afponline.org/ArticleRss.ashxTue, 21 May 2013 13:45:21 -0400Tue, 21 May 2013 13:45:21 -0400U.S. businesses are growing increasingly confident about their intermediate and longer-term prospects, according to the AFP Corporate Cash Indicators™ (AFP CCI™), underwritten by State Street Global Advisors. The forward indicator measuring expectations for the second quarter of 2013 was at -5, following a -4 reading during the previous quarter and only the third negative reading in the history of the survey.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_CCI%E2%84%A2_for_1Q2013__Treasurers_Growing_More_Confident.htmlMon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_CCI%E2%84%A2_for_1Q2013__Treasurers_Growing_More_Confident.htmlAFP and Aite Group released a new Payments Decision Guide at NACHA PAYMENTS 2013 Monday, presenting retail treasurers with strategies for managing payment acceptance costs and negotiating with merchant acquirers. The guide also provides details on the impact of industry mandates and legislative and court challenges to interchange fees and pricing.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP,_Aite_Release_Guide_on_Managing_Acquirer_Relationships.htmlMon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP,_Aite_Release_Guide_on_Managing_Acquirer_Relationships.htmlIn their 16-year history the annual AFP Pinnacle Awards for excellence in treasury have received many submissions. Tom Hunt, CTP, AFP’s Director of Treasury, offers some tips to make your Pinnacle Awards submission as strong as possible. The AFP Pinnacle Awards are sponsored by Wells Fargo.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Making_the_Most_out_of_Your_Pinnacle_Awards_Submission.htmlWed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Making_the_Most_out_of_Your_Pinnacle_Awards_Submission.htmlThe Financial Sharing and Analysis Center (FS-ISAC) conducted the latest Cyber Attack against Payment Processes (CAPP) Exercise on March 12-13 and 19-20, putting 67 corporate participants’ cybersecurity preparedness to the test.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Cyberattack_Exercise_Tests_Treasurers%E2%80%99_Disaster_Preparedness.htmlTue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Cyberattack_Exercise_Tests_Treasurers%E2%80%99_Disaster_Preparedness.htmlAs part of its May issue, Exchange magazine will focus on leadership in treasury and finance. We would love to hear from corporate practitioners: Tell us, in 200 words or less, about a leadership challenge that you faced and how you handled it. http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Calling_all_Leaders__Exchange_Wants_to_Hear_Your_Wisdom.htmlMon, 01 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Calling_all_Leaders__Exchange_Wants_to_Hear_Your_Wisdom.htmlCorporate insurance managers are facing new challenges; the market is hardening in some sectors, while new and hard to quantify risks are emerging. Just in time to assist treasurers in managing this new environment is the new CTC Guide on Insurance from AFP, a publication designed to help navigate the new world of corporate insurance.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Releases_New_Insurance_Risk_Resource.htmlThu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Releases_New_Insurance_Risk_Resource.htmlA majority of organizations experienced actual or attempted payments fraud last year, but the incidence of fraud decreased for the third straight year, according to the 2013 AFP Payments Fraud and Control Survey, underwritten by J.P. Morgan.  The positive trend is the result of corporate migration to electronic payment methods and a range of fraud mitigation strategies.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/2013_Payments_Fraud_Survey__Fraud_Incidents_Decline.htmlWed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/2013_Payments_Fraud_Survey__Fraud_Incidents_Decline.htmlEarnings uncertainty has increased in the last five years since the onset of the 2008 financial crisis and will continue for at least three more years, according to the 2013 Risk Management Survey released Wednesday by the Association for Financial Professionals.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/2013_AFP_Risk_Management_Survey__Earnings_Uncertainty_Increasing.htmlWed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/2013_AFP_Risk_Management_Survey__Earnings_Uncertainty_Increasing.htmlCertified Treasury Professionals now have added incentive to participate in next month’s Cyber Attack against Payment Processes (CAPP) Exercise. In addition to testing their organizations’ cybersecurity preparedness, participants will have the opportunity to earn continuing education credits.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/CTPs_Can_Earn_Credits_for_Joining_Cyberattack_Exercise.htmlThu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/CTPs_Can_Earn_Credits_for_Joining_Cyberattack_Exercise.htmlAs part of NACHA’s ongoing evaluation of potential ACH network enhancements, the electronic payments association is seeking corporate practitioners to participate in its Account Validation Industry Survey.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/NACHA_Seeks_Participants_for_Account_Validation_Survey.htmlThu, 07 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/NACHA_Seeks_Participants_for_Account_Validation_Survey.htmlWhat will be the biggest threat to companies’ earnings in the next three years? The second annual AFP/Oliver Wyman risk survey asked that of more than 500 senior financial professionals and the answer was surprising.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Survey__Customer_Satisfaction_the_Top_Concern_for_Finance_Pros.htmlTue, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Survey__Customer_Satisfaction_the_Top_Concern_for_Finance_Pros.htmlNine out of 10 organizations rely on treasurers’ expertise to determine whether they are in compliance with debt covenants, according to the AFP Debt Compliance Survey.http://www.afponline.org/mbr/reg/res/reg_news/Study__90__of_Firms_Rely_on_Treasurers_for_Debt_Compliance.htmlTue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/mbr/reg/res/reg_news/Study__90__of_Firms_Rely_on_Treasurers_for_Debt_Compliance.htmlIn the latest iteration of the AFP Corporate Cash Indicators (TM), the forward-looking indicator is negative for only the second time in the history of the survey.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Corporate_Cash_Grew_at_Year-end,_but_Treasurers_to_Shed_Cash_in_1Q13.htmlMon, 28 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Corporate_Cash_Grew_at_Year-end,_but_Treasurers_to_Shed_Cash_in_1Q13.htmlTo better define the challenges financial planning and analysis professionals face and their need for professional certification, AFP and Kforce Finance & Accounting have co-authored a white paper, Financial Planning and Analysis: The Benefits of Certification for FP&A Professionals. http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/New_White_Paper_Details_Benefits_of_FP_A_Certification.htmlTue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/New_White_Paper_Details_Benefits_of_FP_A_Certification.htmlFS-ISAC and AFP are seeking participants in the 2013 Cyber Attack against Payment Processes (CAPP) Exercise. On March 12-13 and 19-20, FS-ISAC and AFP will conduct a series of simulated attacks on companies’ payment processes, allowing them to gauge their cybersecurity preparedness.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP,_FS-ISAC_Seek_Treasurers_for_Cyberattack_Exercise.htmlThu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP,_FS-ISAC_Seek_Treasurers_for_Cyberattack_Exercise.htmlAFP's new CTC Guide to Treasury Technology: The Emerging Landscape tracks the rapid emergence of automation in the treasury field and offers five case studies of treasury groups in various stages of TMS deployment.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Technology_Hits_Treasury_Groups_in_a_Big_Way_%E2%80%93_Finally.htmlThu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Technology_Hits_Treasury_Groups_in_a_Big_Way_%E2%80%93_Finally.htmlThe Society of Canadian Treasurers (SCT) has announced the election of a new Chairman and seven members to its Executive Committee.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/SCT_Announces_Executive_Committee_Members.htmlTue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/SCT_Announces_Executive_Committee_Members.htmlFinance professionals remain cautious in their economic outlook, believing the U.S. economy will grow at a modest pace of 1.7 percent in the coming year and generate 1.3 million new jobs, according to a survey released today by the Association for Financial Professionals (AFP). http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_2013_Business_Outlook__Caution_and_Modest_Growth_Ahead.htmlMon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_2013_Business_Outlook__Caution_and_Modest_Growth_Ahead.htmlAFP's Government Relations Committee is seeking new members. The GRC serves as a voice and advocate for corporate treasury and finance professionals on legislative and regulatory issues.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Are_You_Interested_in_Serving_on_AFP%E2%80%99s_Government_Relations_Committee_.htmlThu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Are_You_Interested_in_Serving_on_AFP%E2%80%99s_Government_Relations_Committee_.htmlMarket volatility, overseas growth and the emergence of more sophisticated technology tools are driving many treasurers to rethink their organizational structures to better support their changing business requirements. That’s why the new CTC Guide on Global Treasury Structures is so timely.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Releases_New_CTC_Guide_on_Global_Treasury_Structures.htmlThu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Releases_New_CTC_Guide_on_Global_Treasury_Structures.htmlAFP and AFP of Canada have made a contribution to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research based on the strength of membership renewals at last month’s AFP Annual Conference in Miami.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Makes_Contribution_to_Michael_J__Fox_Foundation.htmlMon, 05 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Makes_Contribution_to_Michael_J__Fox_Foundation.htmlThe new AFP Guide to Strategic Global Cash Position Forecasting statistical techniques for cash forecasting, a step-by-step guide to building a cash forecast, best practices and case studies from four corporate treasury departments.  http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Cash_Forecasting__AFP_Guide_Has_Best_Practices,_Case_Studies.htmlTue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Cash_Forecasting__AFP_Guide_Has_Best_Practices,_Case_Studies.htmlThe AFP Payments Decision Guide to Payroll Card Programs is the first in a series of quarterly publications designed to help corporate practitioners make more informed decisions about key payment services. All of these guides will contain insights and tips from fellow corporate practitioners as a supplement to other information provided by the AFP, banks, vendors and other sources.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Releases_Payments_Decision_Guide_to_Payroll_Card_Programs.htmlThu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Releases_Payments_Decision_Guide_to_Payroll_Card_Programs.htmlEven the most sophisticated, long-term hedging programs have been buffeted by the incredible uncertainty in currency markets over the last few years, which has led many corporates to revisit their hedging programs. With these hedging realities in mind, AFP has published the CTC Guide on FX Risk Management.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Releases_CTC_Guide_on_FX_Risk_Management.htmlTue, 11 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Releases_CTC_Guide_on_FX_Risk_Management.htmlSociety of Canadian Treasurers (SCT) members interested in serving on the executive committee can submit their application to SCT by September 24. Committee members serve two-year terms and work on developing the policies that articulate, support and sustain the committee’s vision.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/SCT_Seeking_Executive_Committee_Candidates.htmlWed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/SCT_Seeking_Executive_Committee_Candidates.htmlAFP Advocacy were pleased with SEC Chairman Mary Schapiro's announcement to drop money-market fund reform proposals. The decision comes after nearly two years of meeting with SEC officials, submitting formal comments, attending Congressional hearings and advocating tirelessly on behalf of corporate finance practitioners.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Advocacy_in_Action__Financial_Pros_Notch_Win_in_MMF_Tussle.htmlTue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Advocacy_in_Action__Financial_Pros_Notch_Win_in_MMF_Tussle.htmlTom Kelley, general manager of leading design firm IDEO, will offer advice to help treasurers innovate when he speaks at the AFP Annual Conference in Miami, October 16.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Conference_Preview__Tom_Kelley_of_IDEO_on_Innovation.htmlMon, 27 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/AFP_Conference_Preview__Tom_Kelley_of_IDEO_on_Innovation.htmlMicrosoft, Toyota Financial Services and Cliffs Natural Resources are finalists for the Association for Financial Professionals 2012 Pinnacle Award. Sponsored by Wells Fargo & Company, the Pinnacle Awards have recognized excellence in treasury and finance each year since 1997. http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Pinnacle_Finalists__Microsoft,_Toyota_Financial,_Cliffs_Natural_Resources.htmlFri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Pinnacle_Finalists__Microsoft,_Toyota_Financial,_Cliffs_Natural_Resources.htmlAFP is seeking qualified subject matter experts to assist in the development of the first certification for the corporate financial planning and analysis (FP&A) profession.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Volunteers_Needed_to_Help_Develop_a_New_FP_A_Certification.htmlWed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/Volunteers_Needed_to_Help_Develop_a_New_FP_A_Certification.htmlAll 2012 AFP Annual Conference attendees may volunteer for AFPAware Community Service Day and give back to the city hosting the biggest event in treasury and finance. This year, AFPAware volunteers will hit the beach—and clean it up—in collaboration with ECOMB, the Environmental Coalition of Miami & the Beaches.http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/2012_AFPAware_Event_Prepares_to_Clean_Up_Miami%E2%80%99s_Beaches.htmlTue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400http://www.afponline.org/pub/res/news/2012_AFPAware_Event_Prepares_to_Clean_Up_Miami%E2%80%99s_Beaches.html