
Role Of Tech Finance Leader Is Changing
CFOs now need to be ‘a front-line strategic partner driving the company’s trajectory in a fiercely competitive landscape,’ says Backblaze finance chief Suidan.

CFOs now need to be ‘a front-line strategic partner driving the company’s trajectory in a fiercely competitive landscape,’ says Backblaze finance chief Suidan.

To scale artificial intelligence effectively—and avoid the pitfalls of misalignment—finance and tech need to work together. Here’s how.

Effective CFOs ‘should be able to translate financial data in unique ways for specific audiences, including investors, customers and employees.’

One characteristic is critical, says Charlotte Colhoun, Group CFO of Vista Global.

Healthcare premiums are rising sharply in 2026, yet many executives say they lack the leverage and visibility to manage them effectively.

Given tariff and regulatory uncertainties, finance leaders would be wise to take an incremental approach to new technology, advises GreyOrange CFO Guido Frantzen.