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What is expected of today’s chief information security officers?

Among global CEOs, cyber risk was ranked as the number one organizational threat, with data security taking a priority over all other technology investments. Due to incredible strides in remote working and collaboration, physical perimeters no longer exist and now, the responsibilities of a cyber security team are quickly expanding.

The key to digital supply chain transformation? People

Supply chains are facing a perfect storm of change. In response to disruption, organizations are rapidly digitizing their supply chain operations. Digital innovation in supply chain management improves customer service, cost, and efficiency. However, organizations are failing to address a critical element, people.

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KPMG Data-Driven Growth Forum

Produced annually by KPMG in Boston, the Data-Driven Growth Forum presents an opportunity for executives across industries to learn about the latest advancements in modern data management, analytics, and automation technologies that can be employed to drive faster, better, and more holistic decision-making within their core business processes and enhance their growth potential.

KPMG Hot Topics in Financial Services Forum

Produced annually by KPMG in Boston, the Hot Topics in Financial Services Forum brings together executives in asset management, banking, alternatives, private equity, venture capital, and insurance for an industry discussion about today's most pressing concerns and the greatest opportunities facing the financial services industry.

KPMG ESG Bootcamp

Produced by KPMG in Boston, the ESG Bootcamp brings together hundreds of executives and professionals across multiple industries to cover the fundamentals of ESG factors and how ESG is reshaping industry practices in reporting, technology, supply chain and more.

KPMG 2022 International Women's Day Signature Event

Produced annually by KPMG, this 75-minute event celebrates International Women's Day and the fight for gender equality. Speakers will share stories and experiences on areas where they "break the bias" in their personal and professional lives.

KPMG Risky Business Forum

Produced annually by KPMG in Boston, the Risky Business Forum brings together executives from today's enterprise companies to learn how to mitigate emerging risks in cybercrime, M&A, ESG and legal to maximize opportunities for growth and competitiveness.

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What to Do When There’s No ESG Data?

Determining whether an environmental, social or governance fund is living up to its goals is leading companies, and boards, to draw up their own unique methods of measurement.

The metaverse is a ‘new economy.’ Should businesses care?

At KPMG’s Boston office on Tuesday, partner Kevin Bolen posed a question to a group of business people who gathered for the accounting firm’s Business Disruption Forum: “So, what is the metaverse?” Depending on who you ask, that’s a question likely to elicit eye rolls, at least outside of Silicon Valley. ==

The key to digital supply chain transformation? People

Scenario planning tips for leaders in response to the Russia-Ukraine war

Even if the Russia-Ukraine war were to end today, its impact will be felt across the world for years. Corporate leaders must act now to plan for a different — and more uncertain — world. To shape their own future, resist taking a wait-and-see approach, and prepare for a range of possible scenarios.

Is your company ready to work from anywhere?

As we plan for a post-pandemic world, companies are rethinking what the future of work looks like. Although the pendulum is still swinging, one thing is clear: the way we work has evolved and expectations of the workforce have changed. Headlines about “The Great Resignation” and “the war for talent” haven’t diminished and organizations struggle to fill open roles and retain top talent.

Survey says: The future of work is hybrid

Mass. Business Roundtable survey finds more employers open to hiring out-of-state and that most will only require workers come back to the office a few days each week.

Blip or dry spell? KPMG audit partner weighs in on decline in VC funding

After four record-high quarters last year, venture capital investment declined in the first quarter of 2022, according to a quarterly report from KPMG Private Enterprise.

Healthcare and life sciences M&A outlook: Bullish signals ahead

Each year, KPMG releases the Healthcare and Life Sciences Investment Outlook report and video series, an in-depth look at the dynamic trends in healthcare and life sciences (HCLS). For the report released in early 2022, KPMG analyzed how nine subsectors are using M&A to address competition, capture shifting demand, and pursue innovation in medical and clinical science, and in business/operating models.

What is expected of today’s chief information security officers?

Leading a global company? It’s time to assess your sanctions risk

Recently, there has been a lot of discussion about the importance of conducting sanctions risk assessments. As the foundation upon which a compliance program is built, it is critical that such assessments are undertaken in a methodical and comprehensive manner.

Amid a great resignation, startups must offer flexibility for employee retention

The Great Resignation continues to impact every industry throughout the nation. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 4.5 million people chose to leave their positions in November alone, an “all-time high.”

KPMG exec helps clients navigate supply chains

As a child, Noemi Campos Santana emigrated to the United States from Mexico with her family. Her father worked long hours in the construction industry, and she worked there as well. After getting her MBA, she started working at KPMG, helping clients navigate supply chain issues and developing an expertise in duty mitigation.

As ESG issues become more prominent, CFO and CAO roles will become increasingly critical

In a recent report on the future of finance, KPMG emphasizes that finance is ideally positioned to help organizations carry out environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting efficiently, weave ESG into strategy and operations, and drive success in ESG.

In tight labor market, Big Four accounting firm KPMG revamps benefits

It’s no secret there’s intense competition for top talent. Companies of all sizes and in all industries are trying to figure out how to deal with the “Great Resignation,” the informal name given to the trend of workers leaving their jobs in droves during the pandemic.

Boston Business Journal's 40 under 40: Noemi Santana

Noemi Santana on KPMG's Trade and Customs team was named to Boston Business Journal's 40 Under 40. Learn more about her journey and the positive impact she's making in the community.

Tax reimagined: Tax functions need to evolve — and C-suite leaders know it

C-suite leaders readily acknowledge that tax has “a seat at the table.” But a recent KPMG survey of 300 C-suite executives, primarily CFOs and CEOs, reveals significant differences in how leaders view and use their tax functions.

‘Tis the season to spend: Optimistic consumers plan for happier holidays

Released just before the 2021 holiday season, the most recent KPMG Consumer Pulse Survey found that consumer optimism is high with many shoppers reporting they are back to work, have money in their wallets and are ready to spend on holiday purchases both in-store and online.

The rise of digital currencies and the future of money

Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) have taken center stage amongst conversations between central banks, governments and private industry.

Commercial real estate companies must reevaluate a world besieged by data

Released in 2021, the most recent KPMG Real Estate Data Strategy Study focused on gaining an understanding of the data management trends in the real estate industry.

CEOs are focused on being plugged-in, people-first, and purpose-led

Each year, the KPMG CEO Outlook provides an in-depth, multi-year outlook from thousands of global executives on enterprise and economic growth.

The future of HR in the new reality: It’s time to play the long game

The Covid-19 pandemic rapidly made people the number one priority in nearly every organization around the world. As a result, HR leaders were pushed to the forefront of reshaping the way work gets done.

The big thaw: As the U.S. economy heats up, consumers respond — cautiously

Conditioned by 14 months of sobering economic and health news, household financial impact, and workplace and schooling restrictions, consumers are responding with both optimism and wariness.

Why so many companies are choosing to go public through a SPAC merger rather than an IPO

Going public by merging with a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC), rather than by launching a traditional IPO, is worth considering for an increasing number of private companies.

Banking on crypto: How the adoption of cryptoassets will transform financial services

How banks compete in the digital world has forever changed due to growing market acceptance of cryptoassets, the rapid advancement of cryptocurrency technology and the at-scale participation of financial institutions in the crypto market.

300 healthcare and life science industry leaders sound off on M&A trends

The latest KPMG Healthcare and Life Sciences Investment Outlook, informed by a survey of nearly 300 healthcare and life sciences executives, analyzed how companies in 10 industry subsectors have fared during the past unprecedented year of the global pandemic and what we might expect for deal activity in 2021 and beyond.

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What is expected of today’s chief information security officers?

Leading a global company? It's time to assess your sanctions risk

The key to digital supply chain transformation? People

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