PETER SIMONS
CIMA
THE FUTURE OF FINANCE AND BIG DATA
For many years, finance has faced relentless pressure to become more efficient. Yet, businesses demand better information and some expect finance to also contribute more to help improve performance. Now Big Data seems to be the next big thing. What does it mean for business and the role of the management accountant? What could it mean for you and will you be ready?
ABOUT PETER SIMONS
Peter Simons FCMA, CGMA is Head of Finance Transformation research at CIMA. His work helps to inform the development of CIMA`s syllabus. He writes reports etc. to help elevate the profession of management accounting and to ensure that management accountants are recognised for the contribution they can make. Before joining CIMA as member of staff nine years ago, Peter was the MD of a SME and before that his CIMA qualification had helped him to achieve career progression through a wide range of roles at Bank of Ireland