Summary: Modern integration patterns and ownership models to reduce spreadsheet stitching and accelerate insight. The 84% of CFOs prioritizing data integration need practical approaches.

Outcome: Reduced manual data work and faster access to insights

Takeaway: Practical integration patterns finance leaders can implement

Key Discussion Points:

• The 84% problem: why data integration tops CFO priorities
• Common integration anti-patterns: spreadsheet stitching and swivel-chair
• Modern integration patterns: APIs, ETL, and data platforms
• Ownership models: who owns the data and the integration
• ERP as the system of record: integration best practices
• Real-time vs. batch: choosing the right approach
• Data quality at the integration point
• Building vs. buying integration capabilities
• Change management for new data workflows
• Measuring integration success: time savings and data quality