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At BlackLine, we are listening to customers on how to implement AI. As co-CEO Therese Tucker notes “AI is a key component of our strategy to innovate for you.” Recent capability introductions such as the Journals Risk Analyser uses generative AI to provide key trends, insights, and anomaly detection. This was borne directly from a need for our customer to analyze increasing volumes of journal entry postings. See more on BlackLine and AI in this video.

Ready to supercharge your financial close process? Buckle up because we've got some real-world success stories that'll make your jaw drop … 🚀 A major food & beverage company saved an astonishing $600K a year across their reconciliation processes 💰 A well-known footwear company achieved an incredible 379% ROI 📈 A games and entertainment organization waved goodbye to 2 whole weeks of busy work 🎉 🔍 Curious How They Pulled It Off? Get the inside scoop on how these companies made it happen. Dive into their stories, unlock the secrets, and get ready to revolutionize your financial close process! 👉 https://bit.ly/3ziRHd8

Over 40% (43%) of respondents report that 5% or more of their invoices need corrections for billing errors after being sent. Time for a process check? Explore more findings in the SSON Research & Analytics report. https://bit.ly/3WYnNV5 #SSONInsights #BlackLine

Many countries will require that e-invoicing be central to the AP and AR processes of most global businesses. Are your finance teams ready for this tectonic shift? Read our latest blog post on what challenges lie ahead: https://bit.ly/4cdaoxq

This #PrideMonth, we celebrate being a part of an open and collaborative community that makes #BlackLine, well—BlackLine. As our Director, Strategy & Corporate Development, Colin LaBran-Boyd, notes: “Diversity, equity, and inclusion are deeply rooted in our core values in service of our people, our customers, and our communities. We prioritize a culture of innovation, collaboration, and respect.” Whether it is participating in dedicated Employee Resource Groups or our teams volunteering in the community outside of the office, BlackLine supports our colleagues and communities that make us diverse. As Ashley Kruger, one new BlackLiner comments—“I truly believe we’re building something special as part of our inclusive culture at BlackLine—where everyone belongs and can bring their whole selves to work every day.” We’re proud to come together to celebrate and recognize the positive impact and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community.

Congratulations to our CISO Jill Knesek for being inducted into the #CSOHallofFame for 2024! The CSO Hall of Fame recognizes leaders that have made a major impact in the field of security and risk management. “It is my great privilege to recognize these outstanding leaders on their selection as the newest members of the CSO Hall of Fame,” said Amy Bennett, Editor-in-Chief of CSO Online. “They have dedicated their careers to improving the practice of information security and have no doubt left indelible marks on the organizations they have served and the teams they have led. We look forward to celebrating their accomplishments at the CSO Conference & Awards this fall.”

In today’s world of finance, CFOs are responsible for, well, everything. And for leaders overseeing the incredibly complex world of intercompany finance, the stakes couldn't be higher. Still, many CFOs overlook a key way to achieve crucial business outcomes: managing intercompany processes. https://bit.ly/4bqB5Ou

Nearly 2/3rds (63%) of companies automating invoice-to-cash are focusing on improving the customer experience rather than just cutting costs. It's all about building better relationships! Learn more from the latest SSON Research & Analytics report. https://bit.ly/3WYnNV5 #SSONInsights #BlackLine

Complex intercompany ecosystems inflate risk and drain resources. Many organizations struggle with inefficient processes and lack of technology, leading to closing delays and potential write offs. By diagnosing current inefficiencies and selecting best-fit technological solutions, businesses can transform their intercompany processes. According to Gartner*, “Without addressing a scalable intercompany process that includes technology, organizations will struggle and continue to negatively impact business outcomes.” Ready to optimize your intercompany? Read the Gartner report to learn how you can achieve seamless, compliant, and efficient operations leveraging technology. https://gtnr.it/3VD5cNg *Source: #Gartner, Technology Approaches to Unify Intercompany Accounting, Permjeet Gale, 9 February 2024 GARTNER is a registered trademark and service mark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and internationally and is used herein with permission. All rights reserved.

To thrive in an era of tech-fueled market disruption, successful CFOs emphasize transparency in their financial data + collaboration across their organization. Discover 5 factors CFOs need to know regarding the importance of precise, timely, and transparent financial data amidst tech-driven disruption. https://bit.ly/3RriIB5