Transforming Finance in the Age of AI: A CFO's Guide to Implementing Intelligent Financial Systems

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a distant concept-it's reshaping Finance organizations today. Yet many CFOs and finance leaders struggle with knowing where to start, how to prepare, and what it really takes to succeed with AI. This book cuts through the hype, offering a practical blueprint for assessing your organization's AI readiness and mapping out an implementation strategy that works in the real world. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience with Fortune 1000 companies, Daniel Villani breaks down the critical pillars of AI readiness-data, metadata, technology, governance, and people-and shows how they come together to enable impactful transformation. You'll discover proven approaches to identifying high-value use cases, building stakeholder alignment, and avoiding the costly missteps that derail AI projects. Through real-world examples and actionable frameworks, this book empowers finance leaders to move from concept to implementation with confidence. Whether you're just beginning your AI journey or looking to scale existing initiatives, you'll find the tools, insights, and strategies you need to lead your Finance organization into the age of intelligent systems.