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How to Manage Forecasts and Cashflow in Today’s Market

By Pinion Editorial | October 24, 2024
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Cash flow management and forecasting are, and will always be, integral elements to business success.  But the way manufacturers approach this is changing. Consumer buying decisions are changing, interest rates are changing, and the speed of this evolution is changing faster than ever. Especially in an election year, when trade …

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Natural Disasters

Resources for Producers…Before and After a Natural Disaster

By Pinion Editorial | October 24, 2024
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The wake of natural disasters throughout the country has already had an unprecedented impact on producers. “This recent string of storms has created historic damage and devastation for many farming operations. Our clients and other producers are now contending with property and equipment damage, loss of feed supplies, animal illness …

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Check Fraud in the Digital Age: Steps to Safeguard Your Customers

By Pinion Editorial | October 22, 2024
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It may come as a surprise, but checks – which many consider to be outdated – have become the payment type most vulnerable to fraud and are affecting most financial institutions and their customers. According to the Association of Financial Professionals, 65% of organizations surveyed have fallen victim to check fraud. …

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The “CAT” is out of the Bag

By Pinion Editorial | October 22, 2024
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The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) recently made an announcement that they will stop making updates to the Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (CAT) and sunset the tool, effective August 31, 2025. The decision comes at a time when the cybersecurity landscape for financial institutions is rapidly evolving and receiving an …

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Documentation is Key for Disaster Assistance after Hurricane Helene

By Pinion Editorial | October 1, 2024
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Recovery from Hurricane Helene is well underway in the Southeast, and many farmers are struggling with decisions on what to do with damaged crops and livestock facilities. The Category 4 storm impacted farms in the states of Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and the Carolinas, where fast winds and flooding washed out …

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Cyber Reality Bites into U.S. Food Supply Chain: How to Protect Your Operation

By Pinion Editorial | September 27, 2024
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If you’ve previously brushed off the notion of cyber threats, it’s time to reconsider. The food and agriculture industry has just become the seventh most targeted industry in the U.S. for cybercrimes. No size or scope of operation is immune. “Wherever in the country you may live—from California to Nebraska …

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Mastering ICFR Audits: A Guide for Banks with Over $1 Billion in Assets

By Pinion Editorial | September 9, 2024
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Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) audits are a cornerstone of financial accountability, especially for banks with over $1 billion in assets. The Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) mandates that public companies, including large banks, maintain robust internal controls and undergo ICFR audits to ensure the accuracy and reliability of their financial …

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