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How SMBs can gain an edge by going mobile
Small Business

How SMBs can gain an edge by going mobile

SMBs leapfrog big firms by adopting mobile tech, enhancing productivity, and broadening talent pools, says Concur's Warner.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Aug 2017
Five ways businesses can gain control of employee expenses and save money
Fintech

Five ways businesses can gain control of employee expenses and save money

Finance departments struggle with expenses process due to paper receipts and spreadsheets, says SaaS firm Concur. Five tips offered to regain control.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Jun 2017
SMEs in 2017: Cutting costs, more mobility & big data
Concur

SMEs in 2017: Cutting costs, more mobility & big data

Concur predicts streamlining and cost-cutting will be key for SMEs in 2017 as they invest in efficient solutions to remain competitive.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Jan 2017
New managing director for Amadeus, looks to strengthen NZ focus
Partner Programmes

New managing director for Amadeus, looks to strengthen NZ focus

Gay will be responsible for growing Amadeus' distribution business and supporting key industry partnerships in the region.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Sep 2016

Global Stories

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Concur explains how CIOs can gain quick wins in financial transformation
Digital Transformation

Concur explains how CIOs can gain quick wins in financial transformation

Concur has come up with three important questions (including a breakdown of each one) CIOs should ask their teams to get a quick win.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jan 2018
Concur inks first ever distie deal with Nextgen in the driver's seat
Nextgen Distribution

Concur inks first ever distie deal with Nextgen in the driver's seat

Concur pioneers its first ANZ distribution partnership with Nextgen, eyeing swift market penetration and unparalleled growth opportunities.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Jul 2017
How AI will impact invoicing and expense compliance – Concur
Data Analytics

How AI will impact invoicing and expense compliance – Concur

Automated technologies can track spending and analyse attributes, and then identify anomalies and patterns in employee expense reports.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017
Concur: How businesses can reign in overspending employees
Concur

Concur: How businesses can reign in overspending employees

Where overspend occurs, managers should ensure those responsible can justify their actions and, if necessary, educate them appropriately.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2017
Big data: How companies can learn to swim in the data lake
Customer Relationship Management

Big data: How companies can learn to swim in the data lake

Information is pouring into companies faster, so businesses are drowning in a flood so great it has become known as the 'data lake'.

By Kevin Park • 4 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
Concur: 'Business data holds the key to expense management'
Productivity

Concur: 'Business data holds the key to expense management'

While business expenses might seem like an ongoing (and outgoing) necessity, there are ways in which firms can capitalise on business expense data.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 11th May 2017
How to overcome data blind spots in travel & expense management
Supply Chain

How to overcome data blind spots in travel & expense management

Concur says that data blind spots can occur when internal travel and expense management (TEM) systems don't allow for easy monitoring and measurement.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Apr 2017
The top scams you should watch out for when travelling abroad
Email Security

The top scams you should watch out for when travelling abroad

Stay vigilant abroad: Concur unveils top nine travel scams targeting tourists, from dodgy ATMs to fake hotel charges.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Apr 2017
Transforming the financial management processes for better cash flow
Digital Transformation

Transforming the financial management processes for better cash flow

Businesses can achieve stronger cash flow by gaining visibility into expenditure and automating spend management, says Concur.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2017
ANZ companies stuck in the past & using unreliable invoicing methods
IT Automation

ANZ companies stuck in the past & using unreliable invoicing methods

A 2016 Concur survey reveals that 35% of ANZ companies still rely on error-prone paper-based invoicing methods, hindering effective spend management.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2016
The role of the CFO is changing: It involves more IT than ever, says Concur
Fintech

The role of the CFO is changing: It involves more IT than ever, says Concur

CFO roles are broadening, with many stepping into the role of CEO; technology and automation are also impacting their responsibilities.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Nov 2016
Expense management: Microsoft Excel isn't going to cut it
Microsoft

Expense management: Microsoft Excel isn't going to cut it

Growing businesses need to move away from spreadsheet software like Microsoft Excel for expense tracking, says Concur.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016

Stories from Other Regions

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Qualtrics appoints former SAP EVP to accelerate expansion
SAP

Qualtrics appoints former SAP EVP to accelerate expansion

​Qualtrics recently announced the appointment of John Torrey as head of corporate strategy, corporate development and business development.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Sat, 15th Jul 2017