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Ethics Matters: Corporate Governance and CFOs,” the podcast where we dive deep into the critical intersection of corporate governance. Sustainability and ESG reporting have gained significant attention in recent years. How do CFOs incorporate these considerations into their financial strategies and decision-making? CFOs recognise that sustainable practices and ESG considerations are not only ethical imperatives but also critical for long-term business success. We incorporate these considerations into financial strategies by assessing the environmental and social impacts of our operations, supply chains, and investment decisions. By incorporating ESG factors into our financial analyses, we make more informed decisions that align with our company’s values and stakeholder expectations. Furthermore, CFOs play a pivotal role in ESG reporting. We collaborate with cross-functional teams to collect relevant data, establish reporting frameworks, and communicate the company’s sustainability initiatives to stakeholders. This transparency fosters trust and accountability while allowing investors, customers, and the broader community to evaluate our commitment to sustainable practices. Board engagement is essential for effective corporate governance. How can CFOs contribute to building a strong relationship between the CFO and the board of directors? Building a strong relationship with the board of directors begins with open and transparent communication. CFOs provide timely and accurate financial information, strategic insights, and risk assessments to the board. We actively participate in board meetings, present financial reports, and engage in discussions about financial performance, strategic initiatives, and potential risks. By demonstrating our financial expertise and ethical leadership, we contribute to a healthy and productive relationship with the board. It’s also crucial for CFOs to provide independent perspectives and challenge conventional thinking when necessary. By offering well-informed insights and raising critical questions, we contribute to robust board discussions and decision-making. This collaborative approach fosters an environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and ethical considerations are thoroughly examined. I would encourage fellow CFOs to prioritise ethics and corporate governance as integral components of their roles. Embed ethical considerations into decision-making processes, ensure robust governance structures, and actively engage with stakeholders. By doing so, we can drive sustainable, responsible, and successful organizations. https://www.fdcapital.co.uk/podcast/ethics-matters-corporate-governance-and-cfos/ Tags Online Events Things To Do Online Online Conferences Online Business Conferences #event #ethics #matters #cfos #corporategovernance

Certified NLP Training and Business Coaching

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is geared toward Windows system administrators, network administrators, and other system administrators who are interested in supplementing current skills or backstopping other team members, in addition to Linux system administrators who are responsible for these tasks: Configuring, installing, upgrading, and maintaining Linux systems using established standards and procedures, Providing operational support, Managing systems for monitoring system performance and availability, Writing and deploying scripts for task automation and system administration, You will be expected to already understand fundamental Linux computing concepts and be ready to practice the Red Hat Enterprise Linux methods for performing system administration tasks. Significant field experience working with Linux as a system administrator is recommended. If you do not have experience with fundamental Linux computer concepts, we advise you to start with the Red Hat System Administration I (RH124) course instead. Overview You should be able to demonstrate these skills: - Access the command line locally and remotely - Manage files from the command line - Manage local users and groups - Monitor and manage Linux processes - Control services, daemons, and the boot process - Manage tuning profiles for system performance - Control access to files with file system permissions - Analyze and store log files - Configure and secure the OpenSSH service - Install and update software packages and appstreams - Manage Linux file systems and volumes - Manage Linux networking and firewalls This course combines the foundations and applications established and covered in Red Hat System Administration I (RH124) and Red Hat System Administration II (RH134). The rapid pace of review and consolidated course timeline allow you to focus on practical application, making this offering best suited for you if you already have significant experience with Linux© administration. This course is based on Red Hat© Enterprise Linux 8. 1 - Accessing the command line Log in to a Linux system and run simple commands using the shell. 2 - Managing Files from the command line Work with files from the bash shell prompt. 3 - Managing local Linux users and groups Manage Linux users and groups and administer local password policies. 4 - Controlling access to files with Linux file system permissions Set access permissions on files and interpret the security effects of different permission settings. 5 - Managing SELinux security Use SELinux to manage access to files and interpret and troubleshoot SELinux security effects. 6 - Monitoring and managing Linux processes Monitor and control processes running on the system. 7 - Installing and updating software packages Download, install, update, and manage software packages from Red Hat and yum package repositories. 8 - Controlling services and daemons Control and monitor network services and system daemons using systemd. 9 - Managing Red Hat Enterprise Linux networking Configure basic IPv4 networking on Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems. 10 - Analyzing and storing logs Locate and interpret relevant system log files for troubleshooting purposes. 11 - Managing storage and file systems Create and use disk partitions, logical volumes, file systems, and swap spaces. 12 - Scheduling system tasks Schedule recurring system tasks using cron and systemd timer units. 13 - Mounting network file systems Mount network file system (NFS) exports and server message block (SMB) shares from network file servers. 14 - Limiting network communication with firewalld Configure a basic local firewall. Additional course details: Nexus Humans Red Hat RHCSA Rapid Track Course (RH199) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Red Hat RHCSA Rapid Track Course (RH199) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for System architects, system administrators, IT managers, VMware partners, and individuals responsible for implementing and managing vSphere architectures who want to deploy vSphere 8.0 into their existing vSphere environment. Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Recognize the importance of key features and enhancements in vSphere 8.0 Describe vCenter Server, VMware ESXi, storage, virtual machine, and security enhancements in vSphere 8.0 Describe the purpose of vSphere Distributed Services Engine Update an ESXi host equipped with a Data Processing Unit (DPU) using vSphere Lifecycle Manager Identify devices supported for system storage on ESXi 8.0 Recognize enhancements to VM hardware compatibility settings VMware vSphere Memory Monitoring and Remediation and the improvements to vSphere DRS Recognize the new Virtual Non-Uniform Memory Access (vNUMA) topology settings of a VM in vSphere Client Use vSphere Lifecycle Manager and Auto Deploy to manage the configuration specifications for the hosts in a cluster Recognize the vSphere Lifecycle Manager and Auto Deploy enhancements in vSphere 8.0 Recognize the cloud benefits that VMware vSphere+ brings to on-premises workloads Recognize technology that is discontinued or deprecated in vSphere 8.0 In this two-day course, you explore the new features and enhancements following VMware vCenter Server 8.0 and VMware ESXi 8.0. Real-world use-case scenarios, hands-on lab exercises, and lectures teach you the skills that you need to effectively implement and configure VMware vSphere 8.0. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Describe how device groups support AI and ML in vSphere 8 Describe how device virtualization extensions support AI and ML in vSphere 8 vSphere Distributed Services Engine Describe the benefits of Distributed Services Engine Explain how Distributed Services Engine works Recognize use cases for Distributed Services Engine Install ESXi on a host equipped with a DPU View DPU information in vSphere Client Add an ESXi host equipped with a DPU to a cluster Update an ESXi host equipped with a DPU using vSphere Lifecycle Manager Create a vSphere Distributed Switch for network offloads Add a host with a DPU to the vSphere Distributed Switch Configure a VM to use Uniform Passthrough Mode vSphere and vCenter Management Review the improvements to the communication between vCenter and ESXi hosts Review the enhancements to the vCenter recovery process ESXi Enhancements Describe the function of the central configuration store in ESXi Explain how ConfigStore affects your interaction with ESXi configuration files Recognize the supported system storage partition configuration on ESXi 8.0 Identify devices supported for system storage on ESXi 8.0 Configure an RDMA host local device on ESXi vSphere Storage Describe the vSAN Express Storage Architecture Recognize the benefits of using vSAN Express Storage Architecture Describe the benefits of using NVMe Recognize the support for NVMe devices in vSphere Guest OS and Workloads Review the enhancements of the latest virtual hardware versions Describe the features introduced with virtual hardware version 20 Create a snapshot of a VM with an NVDIMM device Resource Management View energy and carbon emission metrics in vRealize Operations Manager Describe the VMware vSphere Memory Monitoring and Remediation (vMMR) functionality Describe how vMMR enhances the performance of vSphere DRS Security and Compliance Describe how to handle vTPM secrets when cloning a VM Manage OVF templates for VMs that are configured with vTPM Deploy an OVF template with vTPM Describe the enhancements to trusted binary enforcement in ESXi Describe ESXi 8 enhanced security features vSphere Lifecycle Manager Describe the enhancements to life cycle management of standalone ESXi hosts Manage the configuration profiles of ESXi hosts in a cluster with vSphere Lifecycle Manager Use Auto Deploy to boot a host with the desired image and configuration specifications Upgrade multiple ESXi hosts in a cluster in parallel Stage an ESXi host image prior to remediation Auto Deploy Manage custom host certificates using Auto Deploy vSphere with Tanzu Describe the features of the Tanzu Kubernetes Grid 2.0 offering Announcing vSphere+ Describe the functionality and benefits of vSphere+

practical Zoom based media training for spokespeople looking to practice their interviewing skills ahead of any media activity.

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours Overview In writing, it is important to make sure your message is easy to understand, that you have included all the necessary information, and that the points are expressed clearly. In business writing, it is also essential to convey information in a professional and courteous manner using proper formatting. Learn how to perfect your business writing in this one-day workshop. This one-day workshop will help you teach participants how to: Write and proofread your work so it is clear, concise, complete, and correct. Apply these skills in real world situations. Use language that is courteous. Understand the proper format for memos, letters, and emails. Determine whether your writing can be easily understood by your intended audience. Learn how to perfect your business writing in this one-day workshop.While there are many types of business writing, this workshop will provide tools to write effective memos, emails, and letters, as well as briefly touch on reports and proposals. The 4 C?s: Clear, Concise, Complete, and Correct Good writing must be clear, concise, complete, and correct. In this session, learn how to write with these principles in mind. Manners and Courtesy Courtesy is an important part of good business writing. During this session, participants will learn ways to make their writing respectful and polite. Writing Memos Memos are another challenge that many writers face. Participants will look at parts of a memo and complete a fun exercise. Writing Effective E-mails Mostly everyone today uses email to communicate at work and at home. This session will give participants some tips on writing effective emails and managing email. Reports and Proposals Reports and proposals are two important types of business writing. In this session, an overview of the steps involved with writing these pieces is presented. Writing Business Letters This session reviews the steps for writing a business letter, types of letters, and the parts of a business letter. Participants then examine samples of business letters to determine the type and the parts of each letter. Readability Index The readability index determines the difficulty level of a written piece. Participants will apply the index to a sample and to their own work. Proofreading Participants learn about checking the grammar, spelling and punctuation in their written pieces, and then review their pre-assignment. Reviewing Your Writing In this session, participants complete a final review of their piece of writing. Workshop Wrap-Up At the end of the workshop, students will have an opportunity to ask questions and fill out an action plan.

Why cultural differences exist, what you can do to understand and respect these differences and then implement strategies to build effective intercultural relationships.Learn the skills, knowledge and have the confidence to tackle difficult conversations in a productive way. Course overview Duration: 1 day (6.5 hours) This workshop is designed for those who deal on a regular basis with fellow employees, suppliers or customers from different cultural backgrounds. The workshop will focus on understanding why cultural differences exist, what you can do to understand and respect these differences and then implement strategies to build effective intercultural relationships. The one day session will use professional actors in the afternoon so that you can practice real-life situations involving intercultural challenges. Objectives  By the end of the course you will be able to: Understand what makes us different from people from other cultures Appreciate why we form impressions of other cultures Use strategies to communicate effectively with those from different cultural backgrounds Build trust with those we work with from a different cultural background Content Intercultural Challenges What challenges do you face with dealing with people from different cultures? Why do these challenges exist? Understanding Culture What is culture? Trompenaars’ Model of Culture – what determines our understanding of different cultures Cultural theories Hall and Hall:Three Systems of TimeThe Importance of Context – Data vs Dialogue Hofstede – 6 Cultural Dimensions Trompenaars – 7 Cultural Dimensions Chart your intercultural business relationships against these dimensions Strategies and Intercultural Management Trompenaar’s 3 step approach – Recognise, Respect, Reconcile How to foster and maintain trust Effective intercultural communication strategies Practical Activities Professional actors will work with you in small groups in the afternoon to practice real-life challenging conversations.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for: DevOps engineers DevOps architects Operations engineers System administrators Developers Overview In this course, you will learn to: Use DevOps best practices to develop, deliver, and maintain applications and services at high velocity on AWS List the advantages, roles and responsibilities of small autonomous DevOps teams Design and implement an infrastructure on AWS that supports DevOps development projects Leverage AWS Cloud9 to write, run and debug your code Deploy various environments with AWS CloudFormation Host secure, highly scalable, and private Git repositories with AWS CodeCommit Integrate Git repositories into CI/CD pipelines Automate build, test, and packaging code with AWS CodeBuild Securely store and leverage Docker images and integrate them into your CI/CD pipelines Build CI/CD pipelines to deploy applications on Amazon EC2, serverless applications, and container-based applications Implement common deployment strategies such as 'all at once,' 'rolling,' and 'blue/green' Integrate testing and security into CI/CD pipelines Monitor applications and environments using AWS tools and technologies DevOps Engineering on AWS teaches you how to use the combination of DevOps cultural philosophies, practices, and tools to increase your organization?s ability to develop, deliver, and maintain applications and services at high velocity on AWS. This course covers Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD), infrastructure as code, microservices, monitoring and logging, and communication and collaboration. Hands-on labs give you experience building and deploying AWS CloudFormation templates and CI/CD pipelines that build and deploy applications on Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (Amazon EC2), serverless applications, and container-based applications. Labs for multi-pipeline workflows and pipelines that deploy to multiple environments are also included. Module 0: Course overview Course objective Suggested prerequisites Course overview breakdown Module 1: Introduction to DevOps What is DevOps? The Amazon journey to DevOps Foundations for DevOps Module 2: Infrastructure automation Introduction to Infrastructure Automation Diving into the AWS CloudFormation template Modifying an AWS CloudFormation template Demonstration: AWS CloudFormation template structure, parameters, stacks, updates, importing resources, and drift detection Module 3: AWS toolkits Configuring the AWS CLI AWS Software Development Kits (AWS SDKs) AWS SAM CLI AWS Cloud Development Kit (AWS CDK) AWS Cloud9 Demonstration: AWS CLI and AWS CDK Hands-on lab: Using AWS CloudFormation to provision and manage a basic infrastructure Module 4: Continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) with development tools CI/CD Pipeline and Dev Tools Demonstration: CI/CD pipeline displaying some actions from AWS CodeCommit, AWS CodeBuild, AWS CodeDeploy and AWS CodePipeline Hands-on lab: Deploying an application to an EC2 fleet using AWS CodeDeploy AWS CodePipeline Demonstration: AWS integration with Jenkins Hands-on lab: Automating code deployments using AWS CodePipeline Module 5: Introduction to Microservices Introduction to Microservices Module 6: DevOps and containers Deploying applications with Docker Amazon Elastic Container Service and AWS Fargate Amazon Elastic Container Registry and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes service Demonstration: CI/CD pipeline deployment in a containerized application Module 7: DevOps and serverless computing AWS Lambda and AWS Fargate AWS Serverless Application Repository and AWS SAM AWS Step Functions Demonstration: AWS Lambda and characteristics Demonstration: AWS SAM quick start in AWS Cloud9 Hands-on lab: Deploying a serverless application using AWS Serverless Application Model (AWS SAM) and a CI/CD Pipeline Module 8: Deployment strategies Continuous Deployment Deployments with AWS Services Module 9: Automated testing Introduction to testing Tests: Unit, integration, fault tolerance, load, and synthetic Product and service integrations Module 10: Security automation Introduction to DevSecOps Security of the Pipeline Security in the Pipeline Threat Detection Tools Demonstration: AWS Security Hub, Amazon GuardDuty, AWS Config, and Amazon Inspector Module 11: Configuration management Introduction to the configuration management process AWS services and tooling for configuration management Hands-on lab: Performing blue/green deployments with CI/CD pipelines and Amazon Elastic Container Service (Amazon ECS) Module 12: Observability Introduction to observability AWS tools to assist with observability Hands-on lab: Using AWS DevOps tools for CI/CD pipeline automations Module 13: Reference architecture (Optional module) Reference architectures Module 14: Course summary Components of DevOps practice CI/CD pipeline review AWS Certification

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course benefits individuals responsible for configuring and monitoring devices running the Junos OS. Overview Describe the value of MPLS VPNs. Describe the differences between provider-provisioned VPNs and customer-provisioned VPNs. Describe the differences between Layer 2 VPNs and Layer 3 VPNs. List the provider-provisioned MPLS VPN features supported by the JUNOS software. Describe the roles of a CE device, PE router, and P router in a BGP Layer 3 VPN. Describe the format of the BGP routing information, including VPN-IPv4 addresses and route distinguishers. Describe the propagation of VPN routing information within an AS. List the BGP design constraints to enable Layer 3 VPNs within a provider network. Explain the operation of the Layer 3 VPN data plane within a provider network. Create a routing instance, assign interfaces to a routing instance, create routes in a routing instance, and import/export routes from a routing instance using route distinguishers/route targets. Describe the purpose of BGP extended communities, configure extended BGP extended communities, and use BGP extended communities. List the steps necessary for proper operation of a PE-CE dynamic routing protocol. List the troubleshooting and monitoring techniques for routing instances. Explain the difference between the bgp.l3vpn table and the inet.0 table of a routing instance. Monitor the operation of a CE-PE dynamic routing protocol. Explain the operation of a PE mulit-access interface in a Layer 3 VPN and list commands to modify that behavior. Describe ways to support communication between sites attached to a common PE router. Provision and troubleshoot hub-and-spoke Layer 3 VPNs, Describe the flow of control traffic and data traffic in a hub-and-spoke Layer 3 VPN. Describe QoS mechanisms available in L3VPNs. Configure L3VPN over GRE tunnels. Describe the RFC 4364 VPN options. Describe the carrier-of-carriers model. Configure the carrier-of-carriers and ''Option C'' configuration. Describe the flow of control and data traffic in a draft-rosen multicast VPN. Describe the configuration steps for establishing a draft-rosen multicast VPN. Monitor and verify the operation of draft-rosen multicast VPNs. Describe the flow of control traffic and data traffic in a next-generation multicast VPN. Describe the configuration steps for establishing a next-generation multicast VPN. Describe the configuration steps for establishing a next-generation multicast VPN. Monitor and verify the operation of next-generation multicast VPNs. This three-day course is designed to provide students with MPLS-based Layer 3 virtual private network (VPN) knowledge and configuration examples. Chapter 1: Course Introduction Course Introduction Chapter 2: MPLS VPNs MPLS VPNs Provider-Provisioned VPNs Chapter 3: Layer 3 VPNs Layer 3 VPN Terminology VPN-IPv4 Address Structure Operational Characteristics Chapter 4: Basic Layer 3 VPN Configuration Preliminary Steps PE Router Configuration Lab: Layer 3 VPN with Static and BGP Routing Chapter 5: Layer 3 VPN Scaling and Internet Access Scaling Layer 3 VPNs Public Internet Access Options Lab: LDP over RSVP Tunnels and Public Internet Access Chapter 6: Layer 3 VPNs ? Advanced Topics Exchanging Routes between Routing Instances Hub-and-Spoke Topologies Layer 3 VPN CoS Options Layer 3 VPN and GRE Tunneling Integration Layer 3 VPN and IPSec Integration Layer 3 VPN Egress Protection BGP prefix-independent convergence (PIC) edge for MPLS VPNs VRF Localization Provider Edge Link Protection Support for configuring more than 3 million L3VPN Labels Lab: GRE Tunneling Chapter 7: Interprovider Backbones for Layer 3 VPNs Hierarchical VPN Models Carrier-of-Carriers Model Option C Configuration Lab: Carrier of Carrier Layer 3 VPNs Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Layer 3 VPNs Working with Multiple Layers Troubleshooting Commands on a PE Device Multiaccess Interfaces in Layer 3 VPNs PE and CE-based Traceroutes Layer 3 VPN Monitoring Commands Lab: Troubleshooting Layer 3 VPNs Chapter 9: Draft Rosen Multicast VPNs Multicast Overview Draft Rosen MVPN Overvie Draft Rosen MVPN Operation Configuration Monitoring Chapter 10: Next Generation Multicast VPNs Multicast VPN Overview Next-Generation MVPN Operation Configuration Monitoring Internet Multicast Ingress Replication Internet Multicast Signaling and Data Plane Configuring MVPN Internet Multicast Monitoring MVPN Internet Multicast Lab: MVPN Internet Multicast

Technology and innovation and its profound impact on financial operations Technology adoption indeed comes with risks, particularly around data security and privacy. As CFOs, we must ensure robust cybersecurity measures and adhere to strict data protection regulations. It requires ongoing investment in secure systems, staff training, and proactive monitoring to mitigate risks and protect sensitive financial information. Change management is also crucial. The adoption of new technologies requires proper planning, training, and cultural adjustments. As CFOs, we need to foster a culture that embraces innovation and continuous learning. Clear communication about the benefits and objectives of technology adoption is essential to gain buy-in and drive successful implementation. Fantastic insights! Now, let’s discuss the future. What emerging technologies do you foresee shaping the future of finance functions? One area that holds immense potential is blockchain technology. Its decentralised and transparent nature has the potential to streamline financial transactions, enhance auditability, and revolutionize supply chain finance. We’re closely monitoring blockchain’s development and exploring pilot projects to leverage its benefits. I agree, blockchain is a game-changer. Additionally, as the internet of things (IoT) expands, we anticipate new opportunities and challenges. CFOs will need to adapt to the influx of real-time data from interconnected devices, leveraging this information to optimize financial processes, enhance risk management, and improve operational efficiencies. Before we wrap up, any final thoughts or advice for our CFO audience? Embrace technology and view it as an opportunity rather than a threat. Invest in understanding the technological landscape and its implications for finance. Stay curious, adapt, and be open to change. Technology will continue to evolve, and as CFOs, we must evolve with it. Absolutely. Collaboration is key. Engage with IT teams, industry peers, and external experts to stay informed about the latest technological advancements. By fostering partnerships and sharing knowledge, we can collectively navigate the ever-changing technology landscape and drive innovation within our organisations. https://www.fdcapital.co.uk/podcast/technology-and-innovation-and-its-profound-impact-on-financial-operations/ Tags Online Events Things To Do Online Online Conferences Online Science & Tech Conferences #technology #innovation #financial #impact #operations