At the recent Finance Connect conference, colleagues from the receivables finance sector gathered to discuss the current state of RF and its direction for the future. Having participated as a facilitator for a couple of the sessions, our expert, Richard Carter, believes there are some key takeaways that warrant careful consideration, not just about where […]
July 2024 The latest edition of Insight highlights a range of challenges facing finance companies, with options and solutions explored. One of the biggest challenges for finance companies renewing their contract management system is migrating legacy portfolios. Simon Harris outlines the requirements for success as well as the benefits of other available options. Simon also shares […]
Trade credit insurance is seldom used in asset finance (more so in invoice finance) but can play a valuable role by facilitating increased sales, reduced capital requirements and higher profitability, as well as mitigating downside risk either on a single large transaction (or customer) or at a portfolio level. Here are some ways you could […]
Don't Underestimate the Challenges Facing Invoice Finance Providers in the Implementation of Digitisation Commoditising invoice finance through digitisation is considered by many as the "Holy Grail" of factoring and invoice discounting. But what can its impact truly be on a financial product that has historically been relationship and service-driven? In this article, we'll explore how […]
Imagine being trapped in a hall of mirrors, seeing only your own reflection ad infinitum. That's the reality for many businesses today - stuck in echo chambers of their own making. But what if you could smash those mirrors and glimpse a world beyond? This is akin to bringing in new people who can share […]
January 2024 2024 – a new year and new opportunities. In this edition of Insight, we highlight the step-change performance potential in supply chain finance and BNPL. Following a successful engagement in Q4, we introduce a new product - 'Finativ Focus' – a high-speed, low-risk way to drive capacity and productivity gains, with costs aligned […]
It's time for finance companies to review the opportunities for growth and risk mitigation to be had in shifting to Irrevocable Payment Undertakings (IPUs) in supply chain finance and commercial 'Buy Now Pay Later' (BNPL). In the August edition of Insight, I wrote about the game-changing Electronic Trade Data Act (ETDA) and its potential impact […]
On 20th July, The Electronic Trade Document Act was passed in the UK. It allows any electronic trade documents that can function like paper to be treated like paper. So why is the trade finance industry so excited by the adoption of the UNCITRAL Modern Law on Electronic Transferable Records in the UK and soon […]
In today's rapidly changing business landscape, flexibility is key. This is particularly true in the financial services industry, where businesses must navigate complex regulations, shifting market conditions, and emerging technologies. To meet these challenges head-on, many companies turn to non-executive directors (NEDs) for strategic advice and guidance. A non-executive director can provide valuable guidance, expertise, […]
January 2023 Our latest newsletter covers four substantive issues facing business leaders in the finance industry: If there's anything that you'd value some external advice on or need some specialist resources for, please get in touch. Corporate Finance: Positioning for Value As a seller/borrower in any corporate finance transaction, some key drivers of value for […]