Why CFOs must bridge finance and tech teams to realize AI’s full value

Core Insights - There is a growing gap between CFOs and CIOs/CTOs regarding AI integration priorities, with 56% of CFOs considering it a top priority compared to 70-72% of technology leaders [2][3] - CFOs are focusing their AI efforts primarily on financial reporting (77%), while CIOs prioritize IT infrastructure (83%) [2] Group 1: CFOs and AI Integration - CFOs are adopting a cautious approach to AI investments, which may hinder innovation and lead to siloed development [2][3] - CFOs must act as strategic enablers of transformation by aligning investments across finance and technology [3] Group 2: Governance and Compliance - Governance remains a significant concern, with 81% of executives rating the Sarbanes–Oxley Act and Internal Control over Financial Reporting as very or extremely important [5] - Among CFOs, 90% prioritize SOC reporting, indicating a desire for stronger oversight before expanding AI adoption [6] Group 3: Strategic Focus Areas - CFOs can enhance AI scalability by concentrating on use cases that improve efficiency and strategic insights [4] - Measuring AI's ROI and its impact on compliance, productivity, and costs can help build trust among C-suite executives [4]