70%+ Finance leaders tell us they’re expected to implement AI, but only 22% have already embedded it.  

The gap isn't AI ambition. It's operational readiness. 

 

What does it take to be AI-ready?  

Research from National Technology News and Bottomline highlights three critical foundations: cash visibility, trusted data and connected finance processes. 

Finance leaders face a growing challenge. 

Boards expect AI-driven efficiency and better forecasting, yet many organisations still struggle with fragmented systems, manual reconciliation and incomplete cash visibility.  

Based on insights from more than 400 finance, treasury and accounting professionals across the UK and US, this research explores the reality behind AI readiness and what separates successful finance transformation from stalled initiatives. 

Download the report to discover: 

  • Why forecasting confidence has become the CFO's top priority 
  • The impact of fragmented finance processes on visibility and control 
  • Where finance leaders believe AI can deliver the greatest value 
  • The biggest barriers preventing AI adoption at scale 
  • How connected finance supports better financial outcomes and AI readiness 

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