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1. Navigating the new normal
If it feels like the business world has been in constant whiplash — from pandemics to AI breakthroughs, trade wars to climate shocks — you’re not imagining it. We’ve entered what experts are calling the NAVI world: one that’s nonlinear, accelerated, volatile, and interconnected. Translation? Change comes faster, hits harder, and connects in ways we don’t always see coming. Back in 2021, almost no execs were surprised by global events. Today, over a third say they often are. And while most CEOs agree their businesses need to change how they operate, the majority haven’t started. In this new reality, playing it safe may actually be the biggest risk. Leaders will need to make smart, future-ready decisions today — while staying flexible enough to shift course when the unexpected inevitably arrives…
What if disruption isn’t the challenge, but the chance?
2. The inclusion advantage
As companies scramble to close widening skills gaps, a vital source of talent is too often undervalued. Neurodivergent professionals consistently report high-level expertise in the fastest-growing skills — from AI and cybersecurity to curiosity, resilience, and leadership. But their full potential is only unlocked in workplaces where they feel genuinely included. According to EY’s Neuroinclusion at Work Study, inclusion can boost self-reported skill proficiency by up to 31%. And yet, only 25% of neurodivergent professionals say they feel truly included. Without meaningful change, 39% are eyeing the exit within the year — most citing poor workplace relationships. At a time when transformation hinges on human capability, neuroinclusion isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s the smarter path to building stronger teams, sharper skills, and more resilient organizations…
How can action on neuroinclusion accelerate business transformation?
3. Trust issues
AI is evolving fast, but trust isn’t keeping up. Most C-suite leaders think they’re aligned with what consumers want from AI — they’re not. People care deeply about privacy, misinformation, and how AI affects society, and they’re not convinced companies are handling it responsibly. CEOs get it more than others, but it takes the whole C-suite to build trust. The fix? Listen to your customers, bake responsible AI into every step, and be loud and clear about how you’re keeping it safe. It’s not just good ethics — it’s a business edge. If people don’t trust your AI, they won’t use it.
How responsible AI can unlock your competitive edge
4. Token talk
The world of securities lending is changing fast, thanks to new technologies like blockchain and tokenization. These tools could make trades settle almost instantly, let markets run around the clock, and automate complex processes. To put it in perspective, companies in the S&P 500 used to last around 67 years on average — now it’s just 15. That’s a sign the business landscape is moving at lightning speed. For securities lending, this means new players and new ways of doing things are shaking up the status quo. If you want to stay ahead, it’s time to rethink your approach before the future leaves you behind.
From boom to bust: considerations for the securities lending industry
5. AI meets ROI
Agentic AI is shaking up the tax world not by replacing humans, but by teaming up with them. Think of it like a really smart colleague you work with. Instead of just following rules, it can understand context, make decisions, and even learn from mistakes. You spend less time reformatting trial balances or categorizing sales tax and more time focusing on strategy and value-added work. When you connect a few of these AI agents together under one smart «manager,» you get end-to-end automation that still keeps humans in the loop for oversight. But for it to really work, tax teams need strong data infrastructure, clear governance, and a culture that’s ready to evolve. The biggest hurdles aren’t tech. They’re trust, transparency, and getting people on board…
How agentic AI can reshape your tax function
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