9 Ways to Play Offense Into the Recession

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9 Ways to Play Offense Into the Recession

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Jul 22, 2022

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We share the latest costs that companies are cutting, digital investments they are making, and how we see the best CFOs setting up for success during the recession. We then drill into nine specific actions related to resource allocation, securing talent, and driving digital acceleration during the recession.

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Jul 22, 2022

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