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Is It OK to Be Late? Who Is Asking for 10-Q Filing Delays

The SEC's COVID-19 relief was a lifeline for public companies needing extra time to produce 10-Qs and other filings. Sentieo searched public filings to see how many companies are taking advantage of that relief.

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4 Simple Steps to Build a Risk Assessment Matrix

Do you feel like you're caught in the matrix when analyzing your company's risks? Read further to learn how to enhance your assessment process with a risk assessment matrix. Plus, get your risk matrix template.

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How to Prepare Statements of Cash Flows (The Right Way)

Preparing accurate, productive cash flow statements is paramount to a business, but the inefficient, rushed process can keep that from happening. See how to use connected data to produce cash flows statements that make a statement.

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Your Checklist to Remain Audit-Ready in a Virtual World

COVID-19 has changed our close reporting process. Experts at Workiva, Cohen & Co., and FloQast discuss what's changed, what's stayed the same, and what's in store.

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Wrangling Financial Disclosures, MNPI, and COVID-19

COVID-19 is raising the need for more detailed disclosures while shifting the definition of what is considered material nonpublic information.

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iXBRL for Funds and Variable Contracts: What to Know

New iXBRL requirements from the SEC are taking effect for financial services providers over the next several months. Here's a timeline, plus strategies for meeting the deadlines for compliance.

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4 Tips to Prepare for the Future of Statutory Reporting

What are the biggest challenges and priorities shaping the future of global statutory reporting? We asked over 300 multinational companies to share their expertise. Read this blog and see the four key findings from the survey.

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Policy Management and Remote Work: Adapting to the New Normal

Michael Rasmussen of GRC 20/20 explains the importance of policy management in a world of remote work. Keep reading to find out the six questions companies should ask to prepare.

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5 Best Practices of Board Reporting

The board of directors demands for high-quality financial and management performance reporting have never been greater, and finance leaders are struggling to keep up. Follow these five best practices for board reporting to deliver the strategic insights the board needs to make decisions.

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Creating a Masterpiece from Financial and Nonfinancial Data

What does Michelangelo's statue of David have to do with your data, you ask? Learn how you, too, can bring your vision to life with a plan—and the right tools.