
Critical Minerals: A High-Stakes Test For A CFO
Aclara Resources CFO Francois Motte Sauter says there’s no room for inefficiency at the rare earths mining company.
Aclara Resources CFO Francois Motte Sauter says there’s no room for inefficiency at the rare earths mining company.
‘I’ve learned that genuine alignment at the leadership level only occurs when teams prioritize the company’s needs over personal agendas,’ Love says.
Addressing supply chain inefficiencies, outdated pricing models and uneconomic procurement practices helps maintain profitability.
CFOs should watch for inflation because ‘tariffs often drive up prices across the board,’ says Brad Kayton of The CFO Centre.
‘A customer-centric focus is always beneficial, but becomes vital when dealing with challenging circumstances,’ says the SaaS company’s finance chief.
‘A big part of continuous learning is letting go of outdated practices,’ says Brightly Software CFO Saanchika Weerasinghe.