Bruno J. Navarro

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Sr. Content Marketing Manager at Workday Blog

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FP&A Beyond Excel: A Modern Approach

3 days ago | blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro

In this article we discuss: Excel spreadsheets have long been the cornerstone of financial planning and analysis. They’re flexible, accessible, and near-universally familiar to finance teams. For decades in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), Excel didn’t just support planning—it was the planning system. At most companies, that’s still the case. AFP found that 96% of FP&A professionals use spreadsheets for planning, and 93% use them for financial reporting on a daily or weekly basis.
Data-Driven Decisions: How CFOs Can Use Analytics for Competitive Advantage

4 days ago | blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro

In this article we discuss:The CFO’s Data Universe The CFO role has undergone a significant transformation in recent decades. No longer just a financial gatekeeper, today’s CFOs are expected to be strategic advisors, partnering with the CEO and other stakeholders to drive growth, manage risk, and enhance shareholder value. This evolution demands a broader skill set, including the ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and provide insights that inform critical business decisions.
Top AI Agent Examples and Industry Use Cases

1 week ago | blog.workday.com | Sydney Scott |Bruno J. Navarro

In this article we discuss:What’s Next for AI Agents? Artificial intelligence (AI) has already become embedded into the core of enterprise operations, automating tasks and providing data-driven insights at scale. But a new, even more sophisticated wave of AI is taking hold in 2025 that takes enterprise AI to a new level. AI agents—autonomous systems that can reason and act with limited human intervention—are handling workflows that once relied entirely on human judgement.
Financial Consolidation and Close Process: A Guide

1 week ago | blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro

In this article we discuss: For enterprise finance teams, the close is never just the close. It’s a pressure test for finance systems, data collection, and team effectiveness. In organizations with multiple entities, systems, or reporting obligations, that pressure multiplies. Each consolidation cycle becomes a critical window to deliver timely, reliable insights.
How to Implement Data Governance: Best Practices

1 week ago | blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro |Emily Faracca

In this article we discuss: Today, data is no longer just a byproduct of business operations but an asset that drives strategic business planning and operations. Enterprise success hinges on smart data management and implementing data governance is a fundamental step. One recent survey of data and analytics professionals found that a mere 19% of enterprises have a clear and fully-implemented governance strategy in place.
How to Stay Ahead of Tariff Turbulence With AI-Native Contract Intelligence

2 weeks ago | blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro

In this article we discuss: Written by Steve Nunes, Product Marketing Manager for Workday Contract Intelligence, powered by Evisort AIIn today’s global economy, disruption isn’t the exception—it’s the expectation. From sudden tariff hikes and regional conflicts to inflation and shifting regulatory policies, volatility has become a constant. For enterprise organizations, especially those with global supply chains or trade exposure, the financial impact of these disruptions can be enormous.
Finance Digital Transformation: What Does It Even Mean?

2 weeks ago | blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro

In this article we discuss:Challenges to Watch For Walk into any finance or financial services conference today and you’ll hear it: finance digital transformation. It’s a phrase that echoes from boardrooms to CFO roundtables to consulting playbooks. But what often gets lost is a clear understanding of how finance transformation plays out in real business environments.
Future-Proofing Finance: Insights From Workday CFO Zane Rowe

3 weeks ago | blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro

In this article we discuss:The Self-Care Component There’s little doubt that change is happening more quickly than 10 years ago, or even two years ago—and for CFOs, that makes their agility, leadership, and vision that much more critical to the financial health of their organizations. “Every year seems to highlight new sources of unpredictability, and the current market is no exception,” Workday CFO Zane Rowe said in a recent interview.
CFO Playbook: 25 Strategies to Counter Declining Consumer Confidence

3 weeks ago | blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro

Rigorous cost optimization: Identify and eliminate non-essential spending across all departments to improve profitability even with lower revenues. Enhanced cash flow management: Implement tighter controls on receivables, payables, and inventory to maximize liquidity and working capital. Scenario planning and stress testing: Develop financial models that simulate various economic downturn scenarios to understand potential impacts and prepare mitigation strategies.
10 Tactics for Managing Expenses When Expanding an Enterprise Footprint

3 weeks ago | blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro

In this article we discuss: Smart expansion requires smart spending. Whether you're entering new markets, opening offices abroad, or scaling operations to meet new demand, finance leaders face a growing challenge: how to control costs without slowing momentum. Expansion multiplies variables—vendors, currencies, regulations, and approval chains. Each new piece adds pressure to maintain consistency, accuracy, and accountability.