What keeps CFOs up at night as they enter into 2025? Our latest survey report unveils the harsh realities finance leaders are confronting—and the solution they're turning to for survival.
The Gathering Storm: CFOs Facing Unprecedented Challenges
The numbers are stark and sobering:
- Confidence in cost control has plummeted from 55% to just 42%
- Growth projections are shrinking
- Labor supply uncertainties are mounting
This isn't just a blip—it's a seismic shift in the financial landscape that threatens the very foundation of business operations.
CFOs are facing an uncomfortable truth: workforce cuts and traditional cost-saving methods are no longer enough. The survey reveals a critical pivot point—a recognition that survival means embracing a completely new approach to financial management.
The Autonomous Finance Lifeline
Facing existential threats, 66% of CFOs are dramatically increasing IT spending. They're not just investing—they're reimagining entire financial ecosystems through AI and automation.
This isn't about replacing people. It's about empowering them.
A Glimpse into the 2025 CFO Playbook
Leading companies are already transforming their approach:
- Automating 90% of manual tasks
- Identifying millions in recoverable costs
- Creating unprecedented operational flexibility
Want to understand exactly how top CFOs plan to navigate these existential threats?
Download the complete white paper here.
The future isn't just coming—it's here. And for CFOs, adaptation isn't just an option—it's a necessity.
