CFO’s Guide to AI

In many minds, AI projects fall under the responsibility of technical leadership. But AI isn’t just a technological challenge. It’s a matter of profitability, financing, and performance. And who better than the CFO to evaluate that?

As the pressure builds for fast ROI, CFOs are increasingly called upon to take a central role in AI governance.

This guide is designed to help you take on that strategic position.

What you’ll find inside this guide:

• • Why CFOs need to be involved from day one and why the CTO can’t lead AI alone;
  • The key questions to ask: ROI, CAPEX vs OPEX, KPIs, payback timelines, and financial risks;
  • A real-world example in the transportation sector with a 200%+ ROI over two years;
  • Common pitfalls to avoid (like “PoC-hell” where projects never make it to production);
  • 6 practical financial strategies to maximize the value of your AI initiatives.