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Shifting Course - Internal Audit Moves to Value Creation

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 15:57:04 GMT

Traditionally, the internal audit function focused on preserving the integrity of an organization’s assets and ensuring compliance with a growing number of regulations. Over the years, internal audit has evolved from being focused on preservation and compliance to a valuecreation trajectory. Its evolution to value creation began in the form of operational and performance auditing, reviewing and evaluating whether the organization’s resources were being used efficiently and effectively to fulfill its objectives.

Automating FAS 109

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 09:24:47 GMT

Although spreadsheets are great tools and taking certain steps can improve their accuracy and effectiveness, relying on them to calculate increasingly complex tax provisions ignores an inherent weakness.

Jefferson Wells Expands into Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 16:49:47 GMT

June 7, 2010 – Jefferson Wells, a global provider of risk advisory, tax, and finance and accounting-related services, today announced it has established an alliance with Baker Tilly Mexico, an independent member of the international accounting and consultancy network, Baker Tilly International. The alliance agreement, completed on March 1, 2010, marks Jefferson Wells’ fifth expansion in twelve months and is its first into Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean.

Contract Compliance

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 12:40:28 GMT

Third-party contract reviews can maximize revenue, minimize costs.
Given the unprecedented economic times, it’s not surprising that many companies have embedded revenue enhancement and cost reduction into their business strategies and cultures.

IFRS - The European Experience – Canadian Version

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:27:04 GMT

Recently, the Accounting Standard Board (AcSB) provided a timeline and transitioning guidance for adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) by as early as 2009, and mandatory use of IFRS starting in 2011.

2010 Financial Institutions Regulatory Checklist

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:58:14 GMT

The number of changes to regulations affecting financial institutions seems to be escalating. The checklist below will help you as you assess your approach to and readiness for these regulatory changes.

Jefferson Wells Expands Forensic and Investigative Accounting Services

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 12:49:23 GMT

March 25, 2010 – Jefferson Wells, a global provider of risk advisory, tax, and finance and accounting-related services, today announced it has established an alliance with Sawyer & Company, a specialist forensic and investigative accounting firm. The alliance agreement was completed on March 1, 2010.

Market Caps Tumble, but Audits Remain Costly

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:25:58 GMT

Smaller public companies with tumbling market capitalizations in 2008 may be able to enjoy a year of reprieve from an internal control audit—but that doesn’t mean they should expect a break in the audit bill.

Jefferson Wells Acquires the Gelber Organization

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:23:37 GMT

August 28, 2008 – Jefferson Wells, a global provider of tax, finance and accounting, internal audit and controls, and technology risk management-related services, today announced...

IFRS Calculator Helps Companies Determine Readiness

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:22:06 GMT

September 25, 2008 – The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed a roadmap...

Fraud: Is Your Organization at Risk?

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:19:22 GMT

Passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) caused more and more companies, public and private, to assess their vulnerability to fraud and abuse. Section 404(a) of the Act requires management of public companies to assess and report on its internal financial reporting controls, largely to ensure...

Companies Welcome Off-Balance Sheet Reforms

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:13:44 GMT

Just as the federal government engineers historic bailouts for financial giants like Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and insurer AIG, an accounting rule proposal aims to...

U.S. ‘red flag’ rules could affect Canadian banks

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:05:45 GMT

A new regulation requiring banks and creditors to identify potential consumer identity theft is scheduled to take effect in the United States on Nov. 1, but at least one industry expert said Canada could also experience the spillover effects.

Transfer Pricing Rules Take Aim at Tax Avoidance

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:03:06 GMT

The Internal Revenue Service has issued new rules taking aim at the transfer pricing arrangements corporations often use to develop new technologies—a move that piles on more concern ...

IFRS - The European Experience

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:50:16 GMT

In August 2008, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) provided U.S. financial markets with a roadmap for adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). It offers a select group of issuers the option to file using IFRS, followed by mandatory filing for all public companies. By most accounts, the transition from U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to IFRS is inevitable.

The Anti-Fraud Imperative: Fraud Risk Management is No Longer Optional

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:46:59 GMT

When organizations are under duress, the pressure on management to perform provides an incentive not only for “right sizing” and cost controls but also for fraud-ulent activity. It should be, therefore, no surprise the number and size of corporate frauds are increasing — and that many investors are losing confidence in the credibility of financial statements.

The 10 Hallmarks of a Premiere Internal Audit Function

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:44:03 GMT

Members of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and Certified Internal Auditors must follow the standards listed below. These standards and other guidance comprise the Professional Practices Framework – recognized around the globe.

Technology Risk Management Firm Calls Attention to Top 10 Behaviors That Put Companies At Risk

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:40:33 GMT

ARE YOU YOUR IT DEPARTMENT’S WORST NIGHTMARE? Technology Risk Management Firm Calls Attention to Top 10 Employee Behaviors That Put Companies at Risk (September 20, 2007)

Taming the elephant: A sensible approach to enterprise risk management

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:28:43 GMT

The best way to eat the elephant standing in your path is to cut it up into little pieces. – African Proverb. For those responsible for governance, risk and compliance, enterprise risk management (ERM) may be the woolly mammoth of elephants. ERM has become a top priority for executives who realize...

Spreadsheet control marches forward

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:04:32 GMT

February 2008 – With apologies to Mark Twain, rumors of the spreadsheet’s demise have been greatly exaggerated. It has been nearly four years since PricewaterhouseCoopers published its wake-up call…

Small companies also can benefit from Sarbanes-Oxley

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:01:46 GMT

If you listened carefully, you could almost hear the collective sigh of relief from 5,000 smaller public companies when Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Christopher Cox proposed yet another extension to the...

Security Control Threats in Tight IT Budgets

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:58:41 GMT

For all the improvements companies have made to their IT security and control systems in the last five years, one menace still looms large these days ...

SEC Publishes IFRS Roadmap

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:50:21 GMT

August 27, 2008 — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed a roadmap outlining key activities that need to be completed before the SEC requires the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for U.S. filers. According to the proposed roadmap, the SEC will evaluate progress against these milestones in 2011.

SEC Publishes IFRS Roadmap

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:47:09 GMT

November 14, 2008 — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published for comment its proposed roadmap outlining key activities that need to be completed...

SEC Hosts First of Two Mark-to-Market Accounting Roundtables

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:44:44 GMT

October 29, 2008 — The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) hosted the first of two roundtable discussions to provide input to the Congressionally...

Satyam Scandal Raises Questions on Vendors

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:38:04 GMT

While authorities in India work to unravel a $1 billion fraud scheme at Satyam Computer Services, its U.S. customers would be wise to do some digging into their own books ...

Putting IT Governance Into Action

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:14:14 GMT

As internal control experts, auditors can help turn desired IT strategies into...

North Carolina 2009 Budget Bill and Legislation Enacted

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:58:16 GMT

New tax provisions affect corporate and individual incomea tax and sales and use tax beginning in 2009.

New Global Risk Advisory Practice Launched at Jefferson Wells

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:52:57 GMT

MILWAUKEE – August 11, 2009 – Jefferson Wells, a global provider of risk, tax, and finance and accounting-related services, today announced the launch of a new global practice to assist clients in comprehensively addressing risk management issues.

Maximize Your Working Capital

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:45:56 GMT

Companies are looking for ways to maximize their working capital and minimize the day-to-day impact of...

MasterCard Reverses Position on PCI Requirements

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:42:37 GMT

January 26, 2010 — MasterCard announced a reversal of its previous decision to increase PCI validation requirements for merchants. In response to a letter from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), MasterCard announced that, as of December 15, 2009, there are additional changes to its Site Data Protection (SDP) Program, the program governing compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) for merchants and service providers.

Keeping Out Hackers While Allowing Access to Insiders

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:38:25 GMT

Keeping proprietary information safe within your company is an issue of increasing significance as incidences of identity and data theft continue to rise.

Keeping cash “king” in a down economy

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:36:45 GMT

July 2008 – Working capital is a primary indicator of a company’s financial health. In a credit-dependent industry, such as construction, many profitable companies...

Jefferson Wells, APQC Uncovers Key Initiatives that Turn SOX Compliance into a Strategic Advantage

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:32:38 GMT

Jefferson Wells, APQC Research Uncovers Key Initiatives that Turn Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance into a Strategic Advantage (November 7, 2007)

Jefferson Wells Wins Three Prestigious Manpower Power Awards in 2007

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:29:06 GMT

Jefferson Wells Wins Three Prestigious Manpower Power Awards (February 13, 2007)

Jefferson Wells Wins Three Prestigious Manpower Awards in 2008

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:26:43 GMT

Jefferson Wells Wins Three Prestigious Manpower Awards (March 13, 2008)

Jefferson Wells unveils new service offering for technology risk management

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:23:05 GMT

Jefferson Wells unveils new service offering at IT event (May 25, 2006)

Jefferson Wells Promotes David Perkins to Vice President of West Region

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:17:48 GMT

Jefferson Wells Promotes David Perkins to Vice President of West Region (March 13, 2008)

Jefferson Wells Opens Richmond Office

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:12:08 GMT

Jefferson Wells Opens Richmond Office (February 7, 2006)

Jefferson Wells Opens Office in Montreal

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:07:16 GMT

Jefferson Wells Opens Office in Montreal (July 3, 2007)

Jefferson Wells Opens Office in Ft. Lauderdale

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:05:17 GMT

Jefferson Wells Opens Office in Ft. Lauderdale (May 1, 2007)

Jefferson Wells Expands into Asia-Pacific with New Hong Kong Office

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:01:12 GMT

Jefferson Wells Expands into Asia-Pacific with New Hong Kong Office (November 2, 2007)

Jefferson Wells Expands Global Reach with New Office in Germany

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:58:09 GMT

Jefferson Wells Expands Global Reach with New Office in Germany (January 30, 2007)

Jefferson Wells Expands Global Reach with New Office in France

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:55:06 GMT

Jefferson Wells Expands Global Reach with New Office in France (April 25, 2007)

Jefferson Wells authorized as payment card industry qualified data security company by VISA USA

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:51:56 GMT

Jefferson Wells authorized as payment card industry qualified data security company by VISA USA (March 23, 2006)

Jefferson Wells announces formal partnership with Prodiance Corporation

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:48:38 GMT

Jefferson Wells announces formal partnership with Prodiance Corporation on Spreadsheet Remediation and Controls solution (August 21, 2006)

Jefferson Wells Announces Expansion into South America

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:44:22 GMT

December 17, 2009 – Jefferson Wells, a global provider of risk advisory, tax, and finance and accounting-related services, today announced it has established an alliance with Baker Tilly Brasil, an independent member of the international accounting and consultancy network, Baker Tilly International. The alliance agreement, completed on September 28, 2009, marks Jefferson Wells’ fourth alliance this year and is its first expansion into South America.

Jefferson Wells Announces Expansion into Middle East

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:42:08 GMT

December 16, 2009 – Jefferson Wells, a global provider of risk advisory, tax, and finance and accounting-related services, today announced it has established an alliance with Great Sands Consulting, a leading business and technology consulting company in the United Arab Emirates. The alliance agreement, completed on September 28, 2009, marks Jefferson Wells’ third alliance this year and is its first expansion into the Middle East.

Jefferson Wells Announces Expansion into Japan

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:39:28 GMT

December 15, 2009 – Jefferson Wells, a global provider of risk advisory, tax, and finance and accounting-related services, today announced it has established an alliance with Larkin & Associates, a leading provider of compliance and risk consulting services in Japan.

Jefferson Wells Announces Alliance with S&S Business Solutions

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:36:52 GMT

MILWAUKEE – August 13, 2009 – Jefferson Wells, a global provider of risk advisory, tax, and finance and accounting-related services, today announced it has established an alliance with S&S Business Solutions (S&S), a leading provider of professional services in India. The alliance agreement, completed on July 15, enables Jefferson Wells to meet its growing clients’ needs in the region by aligning with S&S’s established practice in India.

Internal Audit: From Corporate Policeman to Strategic Partner in GRC Success

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:33:30 GMT

With the global credit market collapse came subsequent declines in employment levels, oil prices, consumer confidence and housing prices. Financial markets in crisis. Shareholders and executive management alike asked, what happened? Why did traditional risk management practices seemingly fail?

Information Technology Strategic Initiatives

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:30:54 GMT

Today, exposure to legal, regulatory and compliance risks is an every day occurrence. Coupled with the current economic, regulatory and social climate, these risks have propelled corporate governance, compliance management and integrity to a top priority.

Industry News - OMB Enhances Reporting Guidance

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:24:40 GMT

June 22, 2009 – The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released additional guidance to assist federal agencies and funding recipients in complying with the reporting requirements of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act).

OMB Releases Recovery Act Reporting Guidelines

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:14:50 GMT

April 3, 2009 – The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released guidance to assist federal agencies, state and local governments and other recipients of stimulus funding in complying with the reporting requirements of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act).

IFRS: Opportunity or Nightmare

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:07:36 GMT

By almost all accounts, the transition from U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to international financial reporting standards (IFRS) is inevitable.

IFRS — L’EXPÉRIENCE EUROPÉENE

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:05:05 GMT

Le Conseil des normes comptables (CNC) a récemment établi un échéancier et des lignes directrices en prévision de l’adoption des Normes internationales d’information financière (IFRS) qui pourrait avoir lieu dès 2009 et de leur application obligatoire à compter de 2011.

Identity Theft “Red Flags” Rules

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:59:29 GMT

Sarbanes-Oxley. PCI-DSS. You may have met these compliance challenges, but are you prepared to tackle the Identity Theft “Red Flags” Rules of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act?

How to Prepare for the IFRS Tsunami

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:53:01 GMT

Death, taxes—and now, conversion to international accounting standards. It’s that real.

How the Tax Executives Should Approach IFRS

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:46:36 GMT

As a U.S. transition to international accounting standards appears more and more inevitable, corporate tax departments need to get a seat at the table to assure...

Global Sourcing Forum Report: Industry Leaders Meet to Share Perspectives

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:44:07 GMT

In February 2008, a group of 25 risk, internal audit and finance executives representing multinational retailing organizations participated in a Global Sourcing Forum sponsored by Jefferson Wells and Lowe’s. The forum featured discussions on emerging issues in global sourcing.

From the M&A Front: Address tax considerations early in the process

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:39:55 GMT

Approximately two-thirds of recent mergers and acquisitions failed to achieve their anticipated results and, of those, one-third actually destroyed value for the acquiring company, according to a 2007 review of 180 studies of M&A activity over the last 20 years conducted by Dr. Robert F. Bruner at the University of Virginia.

FDIC Modifies Regulatory Capital Rules

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:27:38 GMT

January 13, 2010 – Working with other federal bank regulatory agencies, in mid-December 2009, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) finalized regulatory capital rules that set the time line for the implementation of higher minimum capital requirements triggered by two new Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) accounting standards, FAS 166 and 167.

Fair Value Measurement Yardstick

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:24:40 GMT

It’s not often the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issues a pronouncement with such a pervasive effect on existing accounting pronouncements as FASB Statement No. 157, Fair Value Measurements (FAS 157). Since FAS 157 amends over 20 Accounting Principles Board Opinions and FASB pronouncements that require...

ÊTES-VOUS PRÊTS À ADOPTER LES IFRS?

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:21:12 GMT

En février 2008, le Conseil des normes comptables (CNC) du Canada a proposé un projet de feuille de route décrivant les étapes à franchir en prévision de l’adoption obligatoire des normes internationales d’information financière (IFRS) par l’ensemble des déclarants canadiens.

Does Your Construction Project Have Adequate Controls?

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:11:40 GMT

As construction in the gaming industry continues to increase, learn how internal auditors can help combat fraud throughout the project — from awarding contracts to project closeout.

Details on TARP Announced

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:07:14 GMT

February 2009 - The U.S. Treasury and federal banking regulators announced details of economic assessments that will begin as part of the Capital Assistance Program (CAP) under the Treasury’s Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP).

Contract Compliance and Cost Recovery

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:58:01 GMT

Tired of negotiating contract savings, but not realizing them? You are not alone. In today’s global market-place, organizations are challenged to reduce costs by negotiating harder, buying smarter and leveraging every possible advantage to increase the bottom line.

Clean Sheet or Topside Tweaking for IFRS?

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:34:08 GMT

Although a clear path toward adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards in the United States hasn’t been established, the largest public companies are already mulling...

Obama Administration Proposes Regulatory System Changes

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:24:28 GMT

June 17, 2009 – The Obama administration has announced plans to reform the U.S. financial regulatory system. The plans include changes that would restructure and streamline bank oversight; create a systemic risk regulatory function that would rest with the Federal Reserve; create a new Consumer Financial Protection Agency; and combine two federal agencies into one.

Business Continuity Planning - Health Management Technology

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:06:17 GMT

The development and management of a robust business continuity plan (BCP) for a healthcare organization can be a daunting task. Keeping clinical operations open 24/7 and providing safe and secure facilities is not where business continuity ends. Periodic training of business departments throughout the organization on BCP-related activities is a...

IT Department Worst Nightmare

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:57:06 GMT

Company policies on using hardware, software and the Internet are becoming increasingly strict as employers attempt to protect confidential intellectual property. Employees may view the Internet, laptops and other mobile devices as efficient and convenient tools, but IT managers see them as windows to the world outside the company’s protected walls.

Blackberry Exploit

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:45:16 GMT

Recently, an attack was identified that provides outsiders with direct access to corporate systems and network data through a linked Blackberry or other personal digital assistant (PDA), bypassing all implemented external access barriers.

Are You Ready to Adopt IFRS? – Canadian Version

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:16:30 GMT

In February of 2008, the Accounting Standards Board of Canada (AcSB) proposed a roadmap outlining milestones that needed to be met before the AcSB moved toward mandatory adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for all Canadian filers.

Are You Ready to Adopt IFRS?

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:11:46 GMT

On August 27, 2008, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed a roadmap outlining milestones that need to be met before the...

ALLL Methodology

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:57:00 GMT

These days, financial institutions’ allowances for loan and lease losses (ALLL) adequacy and their ALLL methodologies are the focus of significant attention from bank boards, management, external accountants and, of course, regulators.

American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Impact Overview

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:49:14 GMT

March 2009 - On February 17, 2009, President Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (the Recovery Act), into law, requiring a high degree of transparency and accountability from those receiving Recovery Act resources. Federal agencies, states and other recipients of these funds will have to expand their program, fiscal and project management reporting capabilities and enhance controls over the use and disbursement of funds.

OMB Issues Open Government Directive

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:33:24 GMT

March 3, 2010 ― The clock started ticking for executive-level government departments and agencies on December 8, 2009, when the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued an Open Government Directive that includes formal action deadlines on transparency, participation and collaboration.

Managing IT Costs in Tough Economic Times

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

We are in the midst of a serious economic contraction. It’s gripped the globe, causing high anxiety among investors, businesses large and small and even the average person on the street.

Transfer Pricing Risk Rises Under FIN 48

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:19:02 GMT

Specialists in economics, law, accounting, and tax, must balance economics, local tax law and interpretations with the substance and form of company operations to ensure prices charged for intercompany transactions satisfy tax authorities on all sides of the transactions. Meanwhile, tax authorities battle to stem erosion of their tax bases.

Solutions Provisoires

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:01:15 GMT

La tendance aux restrictions budgétaires se maintient dans les entreprises du monde entier.

SEC Roundtable Compares US GAAP to IFRS

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:55:26 GMT

August 4, 2008 ― The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) hosted a roundtable comparing the performance of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles...

Fed Revises Regulation Z to Address Predatory Lending Practices

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:12:32 GMT

July 14, 2008 – The Federal Reserve approved final amendments to Regulation Z, intended to protect...

Transfer Pricing in 2009 - Three reasons to consider it carefully

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:36:08 GMT

Why worry about transfer pricing this year? Some executives might be surprised to learn that in 2009 transfer pricing will be a more powerful tool than ever before.

Jefferson Wells Wins Three Prestigious Manpower Power Awards

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:21:00 GMT

February 17, 2010 – Jefferson Wells, a subsidiary of Manpower Inc., was presented with three prestigious Manpower Power Awards in recognition of outstanding performance across the Manpower group of companies in 2009. The honors were presented at the Jefferson Wells Annual Kickoff Event held Jan. 19, to the Florida, Carolinas and Denver offices.

Keeping Cash King in a Down Economy

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:14:11 GMT

Working capital — the money needed to fund day-to-day business operations — is a primary indicator of a company’s financial health. A healthy cash flow enables companies to meet current and long-term financial obligations with reduced reliance on external funding.

Financial Institution Services - Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP)

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:45:37 GMT

Recent market events have rocked financial centers worldwide and the responses of the U.S. government and regulators have been swift and unprecedented: the Treasury’s implementation of the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) and acquisition of preferred shares in troubled financial institutions (convertible to common stock), and continually changing regulatory and public expectations to name just a few.

Interim Solutions - FPI as a Cost-Effective Alternative to Software Solutions

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:35:17 GMT

Budget tightening continues in corporations worldwide. And it’s forcing companies to refine and enhance current processes — to seek alternative means to reduce costs. Often that means finding ways to delay or abandon expensive IT solutions.