Driving Financial Excellence in the Age of AI

About this event

In the rapidly evolving financial landscape of 2025, achieving excellence requires CFOs to harness AI-driven technologies that automate routine tasks, provide real-time insights, and predict future trends with precision. AI not only streamlines operations but also empowers CFOs to make informed decisions swiftly, personalise stakeholder interactions, and scale effortlessly alongside business growth. This approach enables smarter risk management while promoting sustainability through efficient resource utilisation. The modern financial ethos is about agility and forward-thinking—ensuring organisations are prepared to navigate the complexities of tomorrow.

On 13 February 2025, FutureCFO, in partnership with Oracle, will host Oracle Finance Roundtable on Driving Financial Excellence in the Age of AI. At this event, we will discuss:

Key Priorities for Finance in 2025

Explore how CFOs can drive growth while optimising costs, ensuring that finance organisations across industries address shared priorities that are crucial for success in a competitive market.

Transforming Operations and Culture for AI Adoption

Learn how to initiate a digital transformation that prepares finance teams for change. We’ll discuss the implementation of finance platforms that can seamlessly integrate new capabilities, and how leveraging technologies like AI, machine learning, automation, and prescriptive analytics can enable teams to work smarter and faster.

Driving Agile Integrated Planning

Discover how AI-enabled Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) solutions can align planning across the organisation, allowing for agile forecasting that adapts to changes in real-time. Understand how to respond quickly and effectively to market fluctuations and business demands.

This event promises to equip CFOs with the insights and tools needed to thrive in the age of AI, paving the way for financial excellence in Malaysia’s dynamic business environment.

Who Should Attend?

CFO, Finance & Operations, Director and above level

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Agenda

Time	Topic
9:00	Registration & Networking
9:30	Welcome Remarks & Housekeeping Allan Tan, Group Editor-in-Chief, CXOCIETY
9:40	Opening Remarks Saqib Sabah, Head of Applications, ORACLE MALAYSIA
9:50	Keynote I: Reimagine Finance of the Future Ryan Peh, Principal Consultant, ORACLE
10:15	Roundtable Discussion CFOs and finance leaders are at the forefront of navigating complex challenges while seizing opportunities for growth and innovation. This roundtable discussion will explore critical topics that impact the finance function, from implementing zero-based budgeting and enhancing cash flow management to fostering a culture of innovation that embraces AI and automation. As organisations strive for operational efficiency and strategic alignment, we will delve into the barriers that hinder progress, such as cultural resistance and fragmented systems. By sharing insights and best practices, participants will gain valuable perspectives on overcoming these challenges and driving financial excellence in an increasingly competitive environment. Moderator: Allan Tan, Group Editor-in-Chief, CXOCIETY
10:40	Panel Discussion: Challenges and Opportunities to Embrace AI in Finance Organisations As Malaysia's financial landscape evolves in 2025, CFOs face both exciting opportunities and substantial challenges in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and data intelligence into their operations. The potential to enhance operational efficiency, improve strategic decision-making, and gain deeper insights into financial performance is significant. However, navigating the roadblocks to successful AI adoption—such as cultural resistance, outdated systems, and complex regulatory environments—remains a critical concern. In this discussion, we will focus on the most promising areas for AI integration relevant to CFOs in Malaysia, identify key barriers to adoption unique to the local context, and share actionable strategies to overcome these challenges. Additionally, we will highlight best practices from recent projects that have successfully incorporated AI, providing valuable insights for CFOs looking to advance their finance functions in this transformative era. Moderator: Allan Tan, Group Editor-in-Chief, CXOCIETY
11:10	Coffee Break
11:30	Mini Workshop: The Future of Finance Senior representative, ORACLE
11:55	Keynote II: Taking Your Strategy to Execution: Unlock the power of AI in Planning Senior representative, ORACLE
12:15	Demo on Oracle EPM
12:30	Demo on Generative AI in Narrative Reporting
12:50	Closing Remarks Senior representative, ORACLE