Today I’m speaking with Colin Hewitt, Founder & CEO of Float
In this episode, we talk about . . .
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Evolution of cash flow forecasting from spreadsheets to intelligent cash flow platforms.
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Differences between direct and indirect cash flow forecasting.
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Float’s shift to support fractional CFOs and the growing need for 13-week forecasts.
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New features in Float:
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13-week forecasting reports with click-to-detail functionality.
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Consolidated cash flow view for multi-entity businesses.
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Enhanced PDF reporting capabilities.
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Upcoming VAT & GST forecasting features.
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AI-driven expected payment dates and "intelligent cash flow".
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Importance of embracing AI internally and the concept of becoming an "AI-first" company.
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Colin’s experience launching The New F Word podcast, focusing on the rise of fractional CFOs.
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Building visibility via LinkedIn thought leadership.
Key Takeaways:
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Cash flow tools should integrate seamlessly with reporting stacks, not replace them.Â
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Fractional CFOs face context-switching challenges Float aims to solve.
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AI offers new efficiencies but requires thoughtful, user-focused implementation.
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Contact details:
Float: https://www.floatapp.com/Â
Colin Hewitt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinphewitt/
The New F*Word (F for Fractional Finance) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-new-f-word-f-for-fractional-finance/id1779512563Â
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Accounting Apps Mastermind: https://www.facebook.com/groups/XeroMasterMindÂ
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/HeatherSmithAU/Â
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/ANISEConsultingÂ
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