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ForwardThinking
Insights to help you solve today’s most pressing issues
and tackle tomorrow’s challenges
Q4 2016
ABOUT FORWARDTHINKING
ForwardThinking | Q4 2016
Today's global business environment is marked by mounting regulatory requirements,
profound technological changes, and a complex and competitive marketplace. We seek
to bring high-quality service to our clients and relevant insights on these issues affecting
their businesses.
ForwardThinking is a look ahead at the latest knowledge and insights available from
Grant Thornton LLP for our clients. It includes a collection of our research, thought
leadership and a schedule of upcoming webcasts and events.
The distinctive perspectives and featured events in ForwardThinking aim to help our
clients navigate the opportunities, risks and challenges impacting their businesses.
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Contents
Issues
Governance, risk and compliance...3
Growth....................................... 7
Operational excellence................ 9
Industries
Asset management................... 11
Banking and securities.............. 12
Energy..................................... 13
Financial services...................... 14
Health care............................... 15
Higher education...................... 16
Insurance ................................ 17
Life sciences............................ 18
Manufacturing .......................... 19
Not-for-profit............................. 20
Private equity............................ 21
Public sector............................ 23
Real estate............................... 24
Technology.............................. 25
GOVERNANCE, RISK
AND COMPLIANCE
Year-End Tax Guide
November 2016
The Year-End Tax Guide
offers advice on how to manage
your business tax burden, plan
for your individual tax returns
and pass on wealth to loved
ones. The guide includes tables
and charts, as well as planning
tips, examples and case studies.
Annual Board Issues Outlook
November 2016
Learn about the key issues that
are top-of-mind for boards
in 2016.
Thought leadership
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3  Governance, risk and compliance
In today’s evolving business environment of market complexity, globalization and increasing investor
expectations, managing risk while protecting value is more important than ever. Myriad rules and
regulations across all industries are affecting compliance efforts, further elevating reporting quality and
integrity discussions to the top of executive and board meetings.
Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations (COSO)
Enterprise Risk
Management and the CFO
Research Report
December 2016
A joint study with the
Financial Executives Research
Foundation and academia
on CFOs’ views toward
risk management under the
new COSO enterprise risk
management framework.
Webcasts
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4 Governance, risk and compliance  
Tax Legislative Update:
Post-Election Tax Implications
November 16, 2016
International Tax:
The Impact of Base Erosion
and Profit Shifting on
Middle-Market Companies
December 14, 2016
Tax Accounting
Quarterly Update
December 20, 2016
Learn more about the issues and
developments affecting financial
statements, including accounting for
income and non-income taxes.
International Financial Report
Standards (IFRS) Update
November 1, 2016
Understand how recent IFRS
developments may affect
your organization.
State and Local Tax
Services: Property
Tax Developments
November 8, 2016
Tax Human Capital Series:
W-2 and Affordable Care
Act Reporting
November 10, 2016
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5  Governance, risk and compliance
Webcasts
Quarterly Financial
Reporting Update
December 21, 2016
This webcast helps accounting and
finance executives understand how the
latest financial reporting developments
may affect their organizations. Topics will
include the current status of standard-
setting projects, the potential impact of
recently issued standards and practice
issues that may affect financial reporting.
Country-by-Country Reporting:
What Story Does Your Data Tell?
This webcast provides information on
country-by-country reporting based on
recently finalized regulations. The discussion
will include procedural, policy and practical
issues that multinational organizations must
consider as they implement the new rules.
International Tax Update:
China and India
U.S. companies doing business in China
and India face unique tax challenges
and opportunities. Learn about recent
developments, planning opportunities and
ways to address potential challenges.
State and Local Tax (SALT)
Midyear Update
Numerous SALT developments occurred
during the first half of 2016. Our SALT
practice discusses these developments,
providing perspective on how they may affect
taxpayers’ current and prospective tax filings.
Frozen Defined Benefit Plans:
Issues and Insights
Hear a discussion about single-employer
defined benefit pension plans. Our actuaries
cover the challenges that sponsors face
in managing frozen plans, as well as best
practices and trends in exit strategies.
Sponsorships and events
National Association of
Former United States
Attorney’s Annual Conference
October 6–8, 2016
San Diego, CA
The annual conference features
continuing legal education
programs in the areas of
federal practice, Department of
Justice policies and significant
cases. The meeting will
include the presentation of the
association’s Michael Bradford
Memorial Award, given to the
most outstanding assistant U.S.
attorney for the current year.
Tax Executives Institute (TEI)
Annual Conference
October 16–19, 2016
Philadelphia, PA
TEI is a worldwide association
of in-house tax professionals.
Attendees of its annual
conference are business
executives responsible for
taxation matters on an
administrative or policymaking
level, or whose work is
otherwise concerned with the
challenges of business taxation.
Council On State Taxation
(COST) Annual Meeting
October 18–21, 2016
Las Vegas, NV
The COST conference covers
myriad state and local taxes
that business taxpayers are
confronted with today. In
addition to popular audit
sessions and chamber of
commerce roundtables,
conference topics range
from property and sales
and use taxes, to payroll
and employment taxes and
unclaimed property issues.
Credits and
Incentives Symposium
October 24–27, 2016
Denver, CO
The Institute for Professionals
in Taxation’s 2016 Credits
and Incentives Symposium
features many topics important
to tax professionals, such as
negotiation strategies, site
selection and ethics. The
symposium also includes
government panels with
officials from six state
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6 Governance, risk and compliance
agencies and sessions on ASC
740 accounting, regional
updates, retention and capital
investments, global incentives,
clawbacks, renegotiations and
incentive compliance.
RSA Charge
Annual Conference
October 25–27, 2016
New Orleans, LA
RSA Charge harnesses the
innovative power of thought
leaders, industry experts and
the RSA security community,
providing attendees with
insightful educational
sessions, hands-on training,
and valuable expert and peer
networking opportunities.
Vertex Exchange 2016
October 30–November 2, 2016
San Antonio, TX
Vertex Exchange offers over
140 sessions led by tax and
technology experts. In addition
to educational presentations,
there will be hands-on training
sessions to heighten your skills
with Vertex tax software.
SYNERGY 2016
November 2–5, 2016
Grapevine, TX
Thomson Reuters’ SYNERGY
conference includes updates on
the latest trends and technology
so that OneSource users can
learn about the best ways to
help their tax departments
operate more efficiently.
Institute for Professionals
in Taxation's Property
Tax Symposium
November 13–16, 2016
Tucson, AZ
The event offers sessions
focused on specific industries,
such as oil and gas, alternative
energy and retail, as well
as sessions that feature best
practices and strategies for
managing complex topics like
the appeals process, issues that
cross jurisdictions, proper
management of corporate
property tax departments,
and challenges in reporting
personal property.
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7 Growth  
GROWTH
Winning in the Americas
October 2016
A research publication from
the National Center for the
Middle Market, this report
explores how high-growth
companies are driving
trade and investment in
the Americas. The insights
are based on a survey of
400 middle-market C-suite
executives and show that
despite a surge in investments,
most U.S. companies have yet
to fully exploit opportunities
in the Americas.
Contact: Justin Chatigny
Middle-Market Indicator,
Q3 2016
November 2016
This quarterly report from
the National Center for the
Middle Market gauges
the sentiments of middle-
market organizations.
Contact: Justin Chatigny
Thought leadership
Ninety percent of companies can grow for one year, but only 8% can do it five years in a row. Why?
Because sustained growth means new markets, new processes, new regulatory issues and new ways of
operating, all of which may introduce risk and delay success. For dynamic organizations to fully achieve
their objectives, financial measures and process efficiencies, new ways of working and stakeholder
relationships must grow in harmony.
The Future of Tax Series:
Base Erosion and Profit
Shifting (BEPS) Middle-
Market Implications
November 2016
The first article in a four-part
series exploring the future of
taxes across federal, state and
international practices. This
installment will focus on BEPS
and its impact on middle-
market businesses.
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8 Growth
Webcasts
Middle Market Global
Dealmaking Review
and Outlook
October 13, 2016
Join our panel of luminaries for a detailed
look back at the mergers and acquisitions
market in the first half of 2016. Gain
insight from the recent past to help guide
your company in the weeks and months
ahead – and into 2017.
2016 U.S. Elections: Predictions
and Business Impact
October 26, 2016
Join us for a conversation with Charlie
Cook—one of the leading authorities on
American politics and editor of The Cook
Political Report. This year’s election will
shape the way our nation approaches
trade, tax reform and other issues vital
to businesses.
Mergers and Acquisitions:
Consolidated
Return Issues
November 1, 2016
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Audit Committee Spotlight:
Is Your Organization
Prepared for Brexit?
This publication features
issues audit committees should
discuss with management
teams regarding Brexit.
Succession Planning and
Talent Management
November 2016
A research publication
from the National Center
for the Middle Market,
this piece explores trends
in succession planning and
talent management among
middle-market businesses.
The paper provides insights
into how leading high-growth
organizations are enhancing
their talent pipeline to better
prepare for the future.
Contact: Justin Chatigny
Thought leadership
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9  Operational excellence
Organizations are constantly challenged to flourish and gain advantage in an increasingly complex and
ever-changing environment. To maintain growth, organizations must remain flexible, agile and profitable,
which often requires new operating models to support the evolving needs of the business. The key is to
understand which business processes no longer make sense and which ones should remain, while
ensuring activities are being performed more efficiently and effectively and with less risk.
Working Capital Trends and
Best Practices
December 2016
A research publication
from the National Center
for the Middle Market, this
piece examines how leading
high-growth organizations
are enhancing operating
performance through
improved working
capital management.
Contact: Justin Chatigny
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10 Operational excellence  
Webcasts
Interweaving Sales and
Use Taxes Within an
Entire Organization
October 6, 2016
Attendees will learn about the interplay
between sales and use taxes and the
rest of the organization. Topics will
include identifying tax savings and
mitigation opportunities, minimizing
risk, properly accounting for indirect
taxes for financial statement purposes,
and becoming a valued business and
indirect tax specialist in the eyes of
professionals in other departments
within the organization.
Moving Your Budgeting Process
to the Cloud
October 13, 2016
This webcast will provide a set of
proven tools to consistently budget
and report within your organization. We
will discuss how cloud budgeting can
enable your company to reduce costs,
shorten the development lifecycle and
increase efficiency by spending more
time analyzing and less time inputting
and consolidating data.
Sponsorships and events
Worldwide ERC’s Global
Workforce Symposium
October 5–7, 2016
Washington, D.C.
The Global Workforce
Symposium explores the
evolving landscape of talent
mobility, and brings together
world-class speakers and
thought-provoking sessions for
its attendees.
In-House Innovates East
October 25–26, 2016
New York, NY
In-House Innovates East,
formerly the 28th Annual
General Counsel Conference,
addresses the issues of legal
business and provides in-house
counsel and legal executives
with real-world examples
and usable takeaways from
speakers and peers.
Corptax Users’ Conference
November 14–17 2016
Orlando, FL
The conference offers
hands-on classes for everyone
from new Corptax users to
experienced users, as well as
tax strategy sessions, ideas
for data automation and
longer-term solutions for
data analytics.
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ASSET MANAGEMENT
11 Asset management
State of Asset Management
October 2016
These are not quiet times for
asset management companies,
and we do not expect a
return to normal anytime
soon. The State of Asset
Management explores the
disruptive forces that are
changing industry dynamics.
Thought leadership
Macroeconomic pressures, increased compliance burdens and continued regulatory uncertainty are
transforming the asset management industry. For firms, advisers and fund managers that can adapt to
the new industry structure and meet regulatory and investor expectations, there are promising
opportunities — but also a new set of risks.
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12 Banking and securities
BANKING AND SECURITIES
Get Ready… the Home
Mortgage Disclosure Act
(HMDA) Plus is Coming!
October 2016
Gain insights on the new
HMDA rule modifications,
including key changes, risks and
the implementation timeline.
State of the
Banking Industry
October 2016
A persistent low interest rate
environment. Competition
from non-bank entities. These
are not quiet times in the
banking industry. Learn more.
Accuracy and Transparency
in the Compliance Process
October 2016
Learn how Grant Thornton’s
Financial Services practice
helped the largest non-bank
mortgage servicer in the
U.S. comply with the Home
Mortgage Disclosure Act, and
fulfill its regulatory obligations.
Thought leadership
In this time of increased public scrutiny and complex regulatory demands, banks, thrifts and other
financial institutions need straightforward business guidance, delivered ethically and professionally. The
industry is experiencing sweeping new regulations, increased competition and technology disruption,
forcing banks to continually re-evaluate their operating model to ensure sustainable growth.
Webcasts
Transformation of the Mortgage
Compliance Function
November 10, 2016
Industry specialists will share their
perspectives and actionable insights
regarding mortgage-related regulatory
compliance concerns.
Bank and Capital Markets Tax
Institute Conference
November 2–4, 2016
Lake Buena Vista, FL
Grant Thornton is a sponsor of
the Bank and Capital Markets
Tax Institute conference. This
conference provides senior
executives with tools and
resources to ensure they remain
current on the changing issues
facing the industry.
Sponsorships and events
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13 Energy  
ENERGY
State of the Exploration and
Production Industry
November 2016
History shows that as rapidly
as energy prices fall, they
can rise just as rapidly. The
State of the Exploration and
Production Industry explores
the issues and trends affecting
the industry. The report also
includes the latest survey
findings of exploration and
production executives from
Hart Energy.
Thought leadership
Demand for more secure sources of energy is daily news in the energy industry. Price volatility, political
and economic pressures, risk management practices, availability of drilling rigs and access to talent can
greatly affect the way energy companies conduct business. The impact of these trends is forcing many
companies to find more efficient ways of operating and controlling costs.
Webcasts
State of the Energy Industry:
Where Are We Now?
December 5, 2016
Learn more about the current state of
the energy industry and gain insights
into where things might be heading.
State of the Exploration and
Production Industry
December 13, 2016
Learn more about the current
exploration and production landscape
and important issues and trends
shaping the industry.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
14 Financial services
New laws and regulations, widespread technological changes and consolidation are some of the
challenges transforming the financial services industry. These issues are forcing financial institutions to
rethink their strategies, while continually planning and preparing for a fluid regulatory environment and
potential risks to the business.
Transitioning to Current
Expected Credit Loss
(CECL) Update
November 9, 2016
New York, NY
Grant Thornton will host
an event focused on CECL
updates and their impact
on the industry.
Contact: Beth Leesemann
Sponsorships and eventsWebcasts
Department of Labor's
Fiduciary Ruling: What
Happened, What's Next and
What to Do Now
December 8, 2016
Industry specialists share their
perspectives on the impact of
the rule across the financial
services landscape.
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15 Health care  
HEALTH CARE
Monitor Business Associates
to Help Prevent Breaches
Business associates are
unquestionably valuable to
health care organizations.
They perform functions and
activities involving the use or
disclosure of protected health
information on behalf of an
organization. This article
discusses an approach to
monitoring business associates
in a climate of increased
cybersecurity breaches.
Health Care Organizations
at Risk for Cyberattacks and
Data Breaches
October 2016
Key findings from our
Governance, Risk and
Compliance Survey show the
health care industry is falling
short in protecting and analyzing
data effectively. Specific focus
is given to how health care
leaders may leverage information
technology to lower risk.
Thought leadership
Health care is under the microscope of providers, policymakers, insurers and employers. Rising
insurance costs, reduced Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements, industry consolidation, stricter
regulations and providing the highest level of patient care present major challenges to growth. Given this
landscape, health care companies require complex compliance and risk management programs to
address changing legislative, political and market conditions.
Annual Healthcare
Provider Conference
October 11, 2016
Charlotte, NC
Join health care leaders
for an interactive full-day
program highlighting the latest
developments in the industry.
This year’s conference will
provide ample opportunities to
network with and learn from
industry colleagues. Attendees
can use this gathering
as a way to jump-start
discussions, collaborations
and strategies for responding
to their organizations’
biggest challenges.
Sponsorships and events
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16 Higher education
HIGHER EDUCATION
Higher Education Board
Member Guidebook
and Audit Committee
Member Guidebook
September 2016
Guidebooks that cover a
wide range of topics relevant
to serving on the board or
audit committee of a higher
education institution.
Thought leadership
For the higher education sector, fiscal responsibility and operational effectiveness have become as
important as academic quality and other mission-related priorities. Many institutions struggle to meet
enrollment and net tuition targets, make effective use of physical assets, and respond to competition from
traditional and nontraditional education channels. Despite these challenges, leaders at colleges and
universities have new opportunities to move their institutions forward toward ever greater success.
Key to Accreditation:
A High-Quality, Balanced
Self-Study
October 2016
The key to obtaining
accreditation is following the
prescribed process—most
notably, preparing a top-notch
self-study.
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17 Insurance  
INSURANCE
Own Risk and Solvency
Assessment Requirements:
Model Risk Management for
Insurance Companies
Industry experts discuss
model risk management and
provide guidance to insurance
companies on how to comply
with the National Association
of Insurance Commissioners’
Own Risk and Solvency
Assessment guidance.
Thought leadership
The insurance industry has seen major changes over the past few decades. Stricter rules and regulations,
faster globalization and consolidation, and sophisticated new technologies are putting pressure on insurers
to make large investments in infrastructure while maintaining adequate capital.
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LIFE SCIENCES
18  Life sciences
State of the Life
Sciences Industry
October 2016
This report explores key
findings about current
trends and issues in the life
sciences industry, including
compliance, strategic
approaches to risk and
uncertainty in the
regulatory environment.
Thought leadership
Rapidly evolving health care needs, coupled with a changing global landscape, present limitless
opportunities for life sciences companies. But even in a favorable environment, the life sciences industry
faces myriad challenges, including ample funding to bring drugs and products to market, new regulations
and compliance requirements, and business threats from drug counterfeiters to supply chain failures.
Webcasts
Beyond Transparency: Why
Future-Thinking Executives
Are Taking Open Payment
Data a Step Further
October 4, 2016
In today’s highly regulated environment,
life sciences companies are investing
significantly in their compliance
programs. Part of this investment
may include technology that leverages
data and information about third
parties, interactions with health care
professionals, and spend information
from health care professionals and
organizations. This webcast will
explore how your company’s enormous
stockpile of data—both publicly
available and proprietary—might be
used in high-value ways, not only for
future risk planning purposes but also
to help unlock answers to some of your
key business issues and challenges.
Sponsorships and events
Annual Pharmaceutical
and Medical Device
Compliance Congress
October 19–21, 2016
Washington, D.C.
The event will feature
best practice sharing and
presentations by leading
government regulators,
company compliance
professionals, prominent
industry consultants and
legal counsel.
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MANUFACTURING
19  Manufacturing
State of the
Manufacturing Industry
October 2016
Weak global demand.
Advanced manufacturing
technologies. This report
highlights industry market
conditions and provides
insight into pivot points, hot
topics and trends affecting the
manufacturing sector.
Thought leadership
U.S. manufacturing is experiencing a transformation, marked by trends such as advanced technologies
and complex business models. Current issues affecting manufacturers include global political and
economic headwinds, industry contraction, cyber risk, supply chain performance, and a changing
regulatory environment. Today’s manufacturers are smarter, leaner and more nimble than ever, but they
still have work to do to prepare for tomorrow.
Webcasts
State of the
Manufacturing Industry
December 7, 2016
The manufacturing industry is
experiencing significant change.
Additive manufacturing and other
technological developments are
improving operations and the ability to
make cost-effective products. Learn
more about the state of the industry.
Sponsorships and events
National Association of
Manufacturing
Executive Insights
October 13, 2016
Detroit, MI
The forum offers the
opportunity to participate
in a unique conversation
with CEO's of the top
manufacturing companies in
the world.
NOT-FOR-PROFIT
Financial Sustainability Takes
Discipline, Rigor and Culture
For any institution, making
the choices and directing
support to activities that serve
the mission and contribute to
financial well-being will require
discipline, rigor and, often, a
more forward-thinking culture.
Not-for-Profit Board
Member Guidebook
and Audit Committee
Member Guidebook
September 2016
Guidebooks that cover a
wide range of topics relevant
to serving on the board
or audit committee of a
not-for-profit organization.
Thought leadership
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20  Not-for-profit
In this era of decreased funding and increased public and private scrutiny, nonprofits are in an especially
vulnerable position as they work to sustain their missions and grow. Many are wrestling with issues such
as corporate governance, the need for technology upgrades, strategic revenue enhancement or
cost-reduction opportunities, strong accounting practices due to regulatory scrutiny, and more.
Strategies to Secure Funding
for Your Nonprofit
November 2016
Maintaining current funding
and developing new funding
sources require a close focus
on strategy, an important
component of which is
demonstrating value and
competitive advantage.
Webcasts
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21 Not-for-profit  
Political and Lobbying
Activities by Not-for-Profit
Organizations in an
Election Year: The Do’s and
Don’ts to Protect Your Tax-
Exempt Status
Our webcast will review the federal tax
requirements on various classifications
of tax-exempt organizations related to
their lobbying and political activities.
Scorecards and Key
Performance Indicators
(KPIs) Enhance
Decision-Making
October 25, 2016
This webcast will explore practices and
processes for establishing KPIs and
scorecards, and will highlight some
common pitfalls as well as
best practices.
The Forgotten Taxes: State,
Property, Sales and Excise
Taxes and Why You Should
Remember Them
November 17, 2016
Join us for a thoughtful conversation
on the taxes that many not-for-profit
organizations fail to consider as they
expand their geographic footprint and/or
service offerings.
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PRIVATE EQUITY
22 Private equity
Applying U.S. Independence
Rules to Private Equity Firms
and Portfolio Companies
A common-sense guide to
independence rules under
the Securities and Exchange
Commission (SEC) and
the American Institute of
Certified Public Accountants.
Along with a quick reference
chart, the guide is an essential
resource for auditors and
management teams of private
equity funds and private
equity-backed companies that
are registered or will register
with the SEC.
Thought leadership
Private equity (PE) firms are operating in an increasingly uncertain environment. The competition is
changing, industries are being transformed, and regulatory scrutiny is on the rise. Against this backdrop,
PE firms are challenged to find and balance buy- and sell-side opportunities while maintaining focus on
growing sustainable value at their portfolio companies. They must manage talent, operations, risks and
fiduciary responsibilities at the fund and portfolio levels.
Entertainment and Taxes:
Will the Dude Abide?
October 2016
This article will provide
perspectives on how good
tax planning can minimize
investors’ tax burdens and create
investment incentives in media
and entertainment.
State of the Private
Equity Industry
November 2016
Increased scrutiny on fees.
Improving data effectiveness
across the firm and their
portfolios. Read more about the
state of private equity and the
forces affecting the industry.
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PUBLIC SECTOR
23  Public sector
Government leaders today are continually required to do more with less. The need to effectively operate
in an environment with tighter budgets and increasing demands for services is an ongoing challenge.
Similar to other high-performing organizations, the government needs to improve performance and
streamline operations and strategic decision-making.
Webcasts
Decision Analytics:
Unlocking the Potential of
Government Data
Access to, management of, and use of
data are important parts of the federal
government’s ability to deliver on its
many missions. Learn how different
programs in the federal government are
using analytics to make better decisions
that drive performance improvement
and provide better services.
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24 Real estate  
REAL ESTATE
State of the Real
Estate Industry
November 2016
A flight to safety for
international investors in U.S.
properties. Pent-up demand
in household formation.
The State of the Real Estate
Industry explores these trends
and more.
Thought leadership
With the real estate industry rebounding, opportunities and challenges abound. Regulators continue to
work on changes to revenue recognition and lease accounting, and the Foreign Account Tax Compliance
Act and Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act are affecting the way real estate
companies do business. At the same time, access to capital is limited, as many banks are unable or
unwilling to lend due to their own financial challenges and new regulations.
Webcasts
State of the Real
Estate Industry
December 12, 2016
Real estate specialists share their
perspectives on what’s in store
for the industry.
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TECHNOLOGY
25  Technology
State of Information
Technology
October 2016
Shift to a subscription model.
The challenges of scaling
up (and down) based on
volatile demand. The State
of Information Technology
explores the disruptive
forces that are changing
industry dynamics.
Thought leadership
The technology industry thrives on rapid and constant innovation. Cloud computing, social networks and
mobile applications are only some of the new developments that are driving global social and economic
change. The proliferation of mobile devices and apps are a few of the most visible contributions to
worldwide interactivity and information-sharing. Growing competition and rapidly changing customer
expectations are forcing many communications and media companies to continuously push the
technology envelope.
Webcasts
State of
Information Technology
November 17, 2016
Based on a soon-to-be-released report,
this webcast will cover the current
state of information technology,
obstacles and advantages currently
seen in the industry, and estimations
on where things might be headed.
Optimizing Tech Company
Performance in the “As a
Service” World
The technology industry has
experienced transformative change
with the proliferation of the “as a
service” model that has been adopted
by many companies. There are
important implications for business
performance in comparison to the
traditional licensing models that have
been employed in the past.
Deciphering Finance
December 6, 2016
San Francisco, CA
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Sponsorships and events
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  • 1. ForwardThinking Insights to help you solve today’s most pressing issues and tackle tomorrow’s challenges Q4 2016
  • 2. ABOUT FORWARDTHINKING ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 Today's global business environment is marked by mounting regulatory requirements, profound technological changes, and a complex and competitive marketplace. We seek to bring high-quality service to our clients and relevant insights on these issues affecting their businesses. ForwardThinking is a look ahead at the latest knowledge and insights available from Grant Thornton LLP for our clients. It includes a collection of our research, thought leadership and a schedule of upcoming webcasts and events. The distinctive perspectives and featured events in ForwardThinking aim to help our clients navigate the opportunities, risks and challenges impacting their businesses. To receive ongoing insights from our team: • Subscribe to receive regular communications, newsletters and timely alerts • Register for live webcasts or view on-demand episodes Contents Issues Governance, risk and compliance...3 Growth....................................... 7 Operational excellence................ 9 Industries Asset management................... 11 Banking and securities.............. 12 Energy..................................... 13 Financial services...................... 14 Health care............................... 15 Higher education...................... 16 Insurance ................................ 17 Life sciences............................ 18 Manufacturing .......................... 19 Not-for-profit............................. 20 Private equity............................ 21 Public sector............................ 23 Real estate............................... 24 Technology.............................. 25
  • 3. GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE Year-End Tax Guide November 2016 The Year-End Tax Guide offers advice on how to manage your business tax burden, plan for your individual tax returns and pass on wealth to loved ones. The guide includes tables and charts, as well as planning tips, examples and case studies. Annual Board Issues Outlook November 2016 Learn about the key issues that are top-of-mind for boards in 2016. Thought leadership ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 3  Governance, risk and compliance In today’s evolving business environment of market complexity, globalization and increasing investor expectations, managing risk while protecting value is more important than ever. Myriad rules and regulations across all industries are affecting compliance efforts, further elevating reporting quality and integrity discussions to the top of executive and board meetings. Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) Enterprise Risk Management and the CFO Research Report December 2016 A joint study with the Financial Executives Research Foundation and academia on CFOs’ views toward risk management under the new COSO enterprise risk management framework.
  • 4. Webcasts ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 4 Governance, risk and compliance   Tax Legislative Update: Post-Election Tax Implications November 16, 2016 International Tax: The Impact of Base Erosion and Profit Shifting on Middle-Market Companies December 14, 2016 Tax Accounting Quarterly Update December 20, 2016 Learn more about the issues and developments affecting financial statements, including accounting for income and non-income taxes. International Financial Report Standards (IFRS) Update November 1, 2016 Understand how recent IFRS developments may affect your organization. State and Local Tax Services: Property Tax Developments November 8, 2016 Tax Human Capital Series: W-2 and Affordable Care Act Reporting November 10, 2016
  • 5. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 5  Governance, risk and compliance Webcasts Quarterly Financial Reporting Update December 21, 2016 This webcast helps accounting and finance executives understand how the latest financial reporting developments may affect their organizations. Topics will include the current status of standard- setting projects, the potential impact of recently issued standards and practice issues that may affect financial reporting. Country-by-Country Reporting: What Story Does Your Data Tell? This webcast provides information on country-by-country reporting based on recently finalized regulations. The discussion will include procedural, policy and practical issues that multinational organizations must consider as they implement the new rules. International Tax Update: China and India U.S. companies doing business in China and India face unique tax challenges and opportunities. Learn about recent developments, planning opportunities and ways to address potential challenges. State and Local Tax (SALT) Midyear Update Numerous SALT developments occurred during the first half of 2016. Our SALT practice discusses these developments, providing perspective on how they may affect taxpayers’ current and prospective tax filings. Frozen Defined Benefit Plans: Issues and Insights Hear a discussion about single-employer defined benefit pension plans. Our actuaries cover the challenges that sponsors face in managing frozen plans, as well as best practices and trends in exit strategies.
  • 6. Sponsorships and events National Association of Former United States Attorney’s Annual Conference October 6–8, 2016 San Diego, CA The annual conference features continuing legal education programs in the areas of federal practice, Department of Justice policies and significant cases. The meeting will include the presentation of the association’s Michael Bradford Memorial Award, given to the most outstanding assistant U.S. attorney for the current year. Tax Executives Institute (TEI) Annual Conference October 16–19, 2016 Philadelphia, PA TEI is a worldwide association of in-house tax professionals. Attendees of its annual conference are business executives responsible for taxation matters on an administrative or policymaking level, or whose work is otherwise concerned with the challenges of business taxation. Council On State Taxation (COST) Annual Meeting October 18–21, 2016 Las Vegas, NV The COST conference covers myriad state and local taxes that business taxpayers are confronted with today. In addition to popular audit sessions and chamber of commerce roundtables, conference topics range from property and sales and use taxes, to payroll and employment taxes and unclaimed property issues. Credits and Incentives Symposium October 24–27, 2016 Denver, CO The Institute for Professionals in Taxation’s 2016 Credits and Incentives Symposium features many topics important to tax professionals, such as negotiation strategies, site selection and ethics. The symposium also includes government panels with officials from six state ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 6 Governance, risk and compliance agencies and sessions on ASC 740 accounting, regional updates, retention and capital investments, global incentives, clawbacks, renegotiations and incentive compliance. RSA Charge Annual Conference October 25–27, 2016 New Orleans, LA RSA Charge harnesses the innovative power of thought leaders, industry experts and the RSA security community, providing attendees with insightful educational sessions, hands-on training, and valuable expert and peer networking opportunities. Vertex Exchange 2016 October 30–November 2, 2016 San Antonio, TX Vertex Exchange offers over 140 sessions led by tax and technology experts. In addition to educational presentations, there will be hands-on training sessions to heighten your skills with Vertex tax software. SYNERGY 2016 November 2–5, 2016 Grapevine, TX Thomson Reuters’ SYNERGY conference includes updates on the latest trends and technology so that OneSource users can learn about the best ways to help their tax departments operate more efficiently. Institute for Professionals in Taxation's Property Tax Symposium November 13–16, 2016 Tucson, AZ The event offers sessions focused on specific industries, such as oil and gas, alternative energy and retail, as well as sessions that feature best practices and strategies for managing complex topics like the appeals process, issues that cross jurisdictions, proper management of corporate property tax departments, and challenges in reporting personal property.
  • 7. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 7 Growth   GROWTH Winning in the Americas October 2016 A research publication from the National Center for the Middle Market, this report explores how high-growth companies are driving trade and investment in the Americas. The insights are based on a survey of 400 middle-market C-suite executives and show that despite a surge in investments, most U.S. companies have yet to fully exploit opportunities in the Americas. Contact: Justin Chatigny Middle-Market Indicator, Q3 2016 November 2016 This quarterly report from the National Center for the Middle Market gauges the sentiments of middle- market organizations. Contact: Justin Chatigny Thought leadership Ninety percent of companies can grow for one year, but only 8% can do it five years in a row. Why? Because sustained growth means new markets, new processes, new regulatory issues and new ways of operating, all of which may introduce risk and delay success. For dynamic organizations to fully achieve their objectives, financial measures and process efficiencies, new ways of working and stakeholder relationships must grow in harmony. The Future of Tax Series: Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) Middle- Market Implications November 2016 The first article in a four-part series exploring the future of taxes across federal, state and international practices. This installment will focus on BEPS and its impact on middle- market businesses.
  • 8. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 8 Growth Webcasts Middle Market Global Dealmaking Review and Outlook October 13, 2016 Join our panel of luminaries for a detailed look back at the mergers and acquisitions market in the first half of 2016. Gain insight from the recent past to help guide your company in the weeks and months ahead – and into 2017. 2016 U.S. Elections: Predictions and Business Impact October 26, 2016 Join us for a conversation with Charlie Cook—one of the leading authorities on American politics and editor of The Cook Political Report. This year’s election will shape the way our nation approaches trade, tax reform and other issues vital to businesses. Mergers and Acquisitions: Consolidated Return Issues November 1, 2016
  • 9. OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE Audit Committee Spotlight: Is Your Organization Prepared for Brexit? This publication features issues audit committees should discuss with management teams regarding Brexit. Succession Planning and Talent Management November 2016 A research publication from the National Center for the Middle Market, this piece explores trends in succession planning and talent management among middle-market businesses. The paper provides insights into how leading high-growth organizations are enhancing their talent pipeline to better prepare for the future. Contact: Justin Chatigny Thought leadership ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 9  Operational excellence Organizations are constantly challenged to flourish and gain advantage in an increasingly complex and ever-changing environment. To maintain growth, organizations must remain flexible, agile and profitable, which often requires new operating models to support the evolving needs of the business. The key is to understand which business processes no longer make sense and which ones should remain, while ensuring activities are being performed more efficiently and effectively and with less risk. Working Capital Trends and Best Practices December 2016 A research publication from the National Center for the Middle Market, this piece examines how leading high-growth organizations are enhancing operating performance through improved working capital management. Contact: Justin Chatigny
  • 10. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 10 Operational excellence   Webcasts Interweaving Sales and Use Taxes Within an Entire Organization October 6, 2016 Attendees will learn about the interplay between sales and use taxes and the rest of the organization. Topics will include identifying tax savings and mitigation opportunities, minimizing risk, properly accounting for indirect taxes for financial statement purposes, and becoming a valued business and indirect tax specialist in the eyes of professionals in other departments within the organization. Moving Your Budgeting Process to the Cloud October 13, 2016 This webcast will provide a set of proven tools to consistently budget and report within your organization. We will discuss how cloud budgeting can enable your company to reduce costs, shorten the development lifecycle and increase efficiency by spending more time analyzing and less time inputting and consolidating data. Sponsorships and events Worldwide ERC’s Global Workforce Symposium October 5–7, 2016 Washington, D.C. The Global Workforce Symposium explores the evolving landscape of talent mobility, and brings together world-class speakers and thought-provoking sessions for its attendees. In-House Innovates East October 25–26, 2016 New York, NY In-House Innovates East, formerly the 28th Annual General Counsel Conference, addresses the issues of legal business and provides in-house counsel and legal executives with real-world examples and usable takeaways from speakers and peers. Corptax Users’ Conference November 14–17 2016 Orlando, FL The conference offers hands-on classes for everyone from new Corptax users to experienced users, as well as tax strategy sessions, ideas for data automation and longer-term solutions for data analytics.
  • 11. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 ASSET MANAGEMENT 11 Asset management State of Asset Management October 2016 These are not quiet times for asset management companies, and we do not expect a return to normal anytime soon. The State of Asset Management explores the disruptive forces that are changing industry dynamics. Thought leadership Macroeconomic pressures, increased compliance burdens and continued regulatory uncertainty are transforming the asset management industry. For firms, advisers and fund managers that can adapt to the new industry structure and meet regulatory and investor expectations, there are promising opportunities — but also a new set of risks.
  • 12. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 12 Banking and securities BANKING AND SECURITIES Get Ready… the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Plus is Coming! October 2016 Gain insights on the new HMDA rule modifications, including key changes, risks and the implementation timeline. State of the Banking Industry October 2016 A persistent low interest rate environment. Competition from non-bank entities. These are not quiet times in the banking industry. Learn more. Accuracy and Transparency in the Compliance Process October 2016 Learn how Grant Thornton’s Financial Services practice helped the largest non-bank mortgage servicer in the U.S. comply with the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, and fulfill its regulatory obligations. Thought leadership In this time of increased public scrutiny and complex regulatory demands, banks, thrifts and other financial institutions need straightforward business guidance, delivered ethically and professionally. The industry is experiencing sweeping new regulations, increased competition and technology disruption, forcing banks to continually re-evaluate their operating model to ensure sustainable growth. Webcasts Transformation of the Mortgage Compliance Function November 10, 2016 Industry specialists will share their perspectives and actionable insights regarding mortgage-related regulatory compliance concerns. Bank and Capital Markets Tax Institute Conference November 2–4, 2016 Lake Buena Vista, FL Grant Thornton is a sponsor of the Bank and Capital Markets Tax Institute conference. This conference provides senior executives with tools and resources to ensure they remain current on the changing issues facing the industry. Sponsorships and events
  • 13. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 13 Energy   ENERGY State of the Exploration and Production Industry November 2016 History shows that as rapidly as energy prices fall, they can rise just as rapidly. The State of the Exploration and Production Industry explores the issues and trends affecting the industry. The report also includes the latest survey findings of exploration and production executives from Hart Energy. Thought leadership Demand for more secure sources of energy is daily news in the energy industry. Price volatility, political and economic pressures, risk management practices, availability of drilling rigs and access to talent can greatly affect the way energy companies conduct business. The impact of these trends is forcing many companies to find more efficient ways of operating and controlling costs. Webcasts State of the Energy Industry: Where Are We Now? December 5, 2016 Learn more about the current state of the energy industry and gain insights into where things might be heading. State of the Exploration and Production Industry December 13, 2016 Learn more about the current exploration and production landscape and important issues and trends shaping the industry.
  • 14. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 FINANCIAL SERVICES 14 Financial services New laws and regulations, widespread technological changes and consolidation are some of the challenges transforming the financial services industry. These issues are forcing financial institutions to rethink their strategies, while continually planning and preparing for a fluid regulatory environment and potential risks to the business. Transitioning to Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) Update November 9, 2016 New York, NY Grant Thornton will host an event focused on CECL updates and their impact on the industry. Contact: Beth Leesemann Sponsorships and eventsWebcasts Department of Labor's Fiduciary Ruling: What Happened, What's Next and What to Do Now December 8, 2016 Industry specialists share their perspectives on the impact of the rule across the financial services landscape.
  • 15. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 15 Health care   HEALTH CARE Monitor Business Associates to Help Prevent Breaches Business associates are unquestionably valuable to health care organizations. They perform functions and activities involving the use or disclosure of protected health information on behalf of an organization. This article discusses an approach to monitoring business associates in a climate of increased cybersecurity breaches. Health Care Organizations at Risk for Cyberattacks and Data Breaches October 2016 Key findings from our Governance, Risk and Compliance Survey show the health care industry is falling short in protecting and analyzing data effectively. Specific focus is given to how health care leaders may leverage information technology to lower risk. Thought leadership Health care is under the microscope of providers, policymakers, insurers and employers. Rising insurance costs, reduced Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements, industry consolidation, stricter regulations and providing the highest level of patient care present major challenges to growth. Given this landscape, health care companies require complex compliance and risk management programs to address changing legislative, political and market conditions. Annual Healthcare Provider Conference October 11, 2016 Charlotte, NC Join health care leaders for an interactive full-day program highlighting the latest developments in the industry. This year’s conference will provide ample opportunities to network with and learn from industry colleagues. Attendees can use this gathering as a way to jump-start discussions, collaborations and strategies for responding to their organizations’ biggest challenges. Sponsorships and events
  • 16. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 16 Higher education HIGHER EDUCATION Higher Education Board Member Guidebook and Audit Committee Member Guidebook September 2016 Guidebooks that cover a wide range of topics relevant to serving on the board or audit committee of a higher education institution. Thought leadership For the higher education sector, fiscal responsibility and operational effectiveness have become as important as academic quality and other mission-related priorities. Many institutions struggle to meet enrollment and net tuition targets, make effective use of physical assets, and respond to competition from traditional and nontraditional education channels. Despite these challenges, leaders at colleges and universities have new opportunities to move their institutions forward toward ever greater success. Key to Accreditation: A High-Quality, Balanced Self-Study October 2016 The key to obtaining accreditation is following the prescribed process—most notably, preparing a top-notch self-study.
  • 17. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 17 Insurance   INSURANCE Own Risk and Solvency Assessment Requirements: Model Risk Management for Insurance Companies Industry experts discuss model risk management and provide guidance to insurance companies on how to comply with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners’ Own Risk and Solvency Assessment guidance. Thought leadership The insurance industry has seen major changes over the past few decades. Stricter rules and regulations, faster globalization and consolidation, and sophisticated new technologies are putting pressure on insurers to make large investments in infrastructure while maintaining adequate capital.
  • 18. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 LIFE SCIENCES 18  Life sciences State of the Life Sciences Industry October 2016 This report explores key findings about current trends and issues in the life sciences industry, including compliance, strategic approaches to risk and uncertainty in the regulatory environment. Thought leadership Rapidly evolving health care needs, coupled with a changing global landscape, present limitless opportunities for life sciences companies. But even in a favorable environment, the life sciences industry faces myriad challenges, including ample funding to bring drugs and products to market, new regulations and compliance requirements, and business threats from drug counterfeiters to supply chain failures. Webcasts Beyond Transparency: Why Future-Thinking Executives Are Taking Open Payment Data a Step Further October 4, 2016 In today’s highly regulated environment, life sciences companies are investing significantly in their compliance programs. Part of this investment may include technology that leverages data and information about third parties, interactions with health care professionals, and spend information from health care professionals and organizations. This webcast will explore how your company’s enormous stockpile of data—both publicly available and proprietary—might be used in high-value ways, not only for future risk planning purposes but also to help unlock answers to some of your key business issues and challenges. Sponsorships and events Annual Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Compliance Congress October 19–21, 2016 Washington, D.C. The event will feature best practice sharing and presentations by leading government regulators, company compliance professionals, prominent industry consultants and legal counsel.
  • 19. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 MANUFACTURING 19  Manufacturing State of the Manufacturing Industry October 2016 Weak global demand. Advanced manufacturing technologies. This report highlights industry market conditions and provides insight into pivot points, hot topics and trends affecting the manufacturing sector. Thought leadership U.S. manufacturing is experiencing a transformation, marked by trends such as advanced technologies and complex business models. Current issues affecting manufacturers include global political and economic headwinds, industry contraction, cyber risk, supply chain performance, and a changing regulatory environment. Today’s manufacturers are smarter, leaner and more nimble than ever, but they still have work to do to prepare for tomorrow. Webcasts State of the Manufacturing Industry December 7, 2016 The manufacturing industry is experiencing significant change. Additive manufacturing and other technological developments are improving operations and the ability to make cost-effective products. Learn more about the state of the industry. Sponsorships and events National Association of Manufacturing Executive Insights October 13, 2016 Detroit, MI The forum offers the opportunity to participate in a unique conversation with CEO's of the top manufacturing companies in the world.
  • 20. NOT-FOR-PROFIT Financial Sustainability Takes Discipline, Rigor and Culture For any institution, making the choices and directing support to activities that serve the mission and contribute to financial well-being will require discipline, rigor and, often, a more forward-thinking culture. Not-for-Profit Board Member Guidebook and Audit Committee Member Guidebook September 2016 Guidebooks that cover a wide range of topics relevant to serving on the board or audit committee of a not-for-profit organization. Thought leadership ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 20  Not-for-profit In this era of decreased funding and increased public and private scrutiny, nonprofits are in an especially vulnerable position as they work to sustain their missions and grow. Many are wrestling with issues such as corporate governance, the need for technology upgrades, strategic revenue enhancement or cost-reduction opportunities, strong accounting practices due to regulatory scrutiny, and more. Strategies to Secure Funding for Your Nonprofit November 2016 Maintaining current funding and developing new funding sources require a close focus on strategy, an important component of which is demonstrating value and competitive advantage.
  • 21. Webcasts ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 21 Not-for-profit   Political and Lobbying Activities by Not-for-Profit Organizations in an Election Year: The Do’s and Don’ts to Protect Your Tax- Exempt Status Our webcast will review the federal tax requirements on various classifications of tax-exempt organizations related to their lobbying and political activities. Scorecards and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Enhance Decision-Making October 25, 2016 This webcast will explore practices and processes for establishing KPIs and scorecards, and will highlight some common pitfalls as well as best practices. The Forgotten Taxes: State, Property, Sales and Excise Taxes and Why You Should Remember Them November 17, 2016 Join us for a thoughtful conversation on the taxes that many not-for-profit organizations fail to consider as they expand their geographic footprint and/or service offerings.
  • 22. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 PRIVATE EQUITY 22 Private equity Applying U.S. Independence Rules to Private Equity Firms and Portfolio Companies A common-sense guide to independence rules under the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Along with a quick reference chart, the guide is an essential resource for auditors and management teams of private equity funds and private equity-backed companies that are registered or will register with the SEC. Thought leadership Private equity (PE) firms are operating in an increasingly uncertain environment. The competition is changing, industries are being transformed, and regulatory scrutiny is on the rise. Against this backdrop, PE firms are challenged to find and balance buy- and sell-side opportunities while maintaining focus on growing sustainable value at their portfolio companies. They must manage talent, operations, risks and fiduciary responsibilities at the fund and portfolio levels. Entertainment and Taxes: Will the Dude Abide? October 2016 This article will provide perspectives on how good tax planning can minimize investors’ tax burdens and create investment incentives in media and entertainment. State of the Private Equity Industry November 2016 Increased scrutiny on fees. Improving data effectiveness across the firm and their portfolios. Read more about the state of private equity and the forces affecting the industry.
  • 23. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 PUBLIC SECTOR 23  Public sector Government leaders today are continually required to do more with less. The need to effectively operate in an environment with tighter budgets and increasing demands for services is an ongoing challenge. Similar to other high-performing organizations, the government needs to improve performance and streamline operations and strategic decision-making. Webcasts Decision Analytics: Unlocking the Potential of Government Data Access to, management of, and use of data are important parts of the federal government’s ability to deliver on its many missions. Learn how different programs in the federal government are using analytics to make better decisions that drive performance improvement and provide better services.
  • 24. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 24 Real estate   REAL ESTATE State of the Real Estate Industry November 2016 A flight to safety for international investors in U.S. properties. Pent-up demand in household formation. The State of the Real Estate Industry explores these trends and more. Thought leadership With the real estate industry rebounding, opportunities and challenges abound. Regulators continue to work on changes to revenue recognition and lease accounting, and the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act and Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act are affecting the way real estate companies do business. At the same time, access to capital is limited, as many banks are unable or unwilling to lend due to their own financial challenges and new regulations. Webcasts State of the Real Estate Industry December 12, 2016 Real estate specialists share their perspectives on what’s in store for the industry.
  • 25. ForwardThinking | Q4 2016 TECHNOLOGY 25  Technology State of Information Technology October 2016 Shift to a subscription model. The challenges of scaling up (and down) based on volatile demand. The State of Information Technology explores the disruptive forces that are changing industry dynamics. Thought leadership The technology industry thrives on rapid and constant innovation. Cloud computing, social networks and mobile applications are only some of the new developments that are driving global social and economic change. The proliferation of mobile devices and apps are a few of the most visible contributions to worldwide interactivity and information-sharing. Growing competition and rapidly changing customer expectations are forcing many communications and media companies to continuously push the technology envelope. Webcasts State of Information Technology November 17, 2016 Based on a soon-to-be-released report, this webcast will cover the current state of information technology, obstacles and advantages currently seen in the industry, and estimations on where things might be headed. Optimizing Tech Company Performance in the “As a Service” World The technology industry has experienced transformative change with the proliferation of the “as a service” model that has been adopted by many companies. There are important implications for business performance in comparison to the traditional licensing models that have been employed in the past. Deciphering Finance December 6, 2016 San Francisco, CA TheSoftwareandInformation IndustryAssociationforumis forexecutivestodiscussgrowth strategiesforsoftwarecompanies. Executiveswillprovideinsights tohelpprofessionalsthink morestrategically,enhancethe performanceoffinanceteamsand maximizecompanyperformance. Sponsorships and events
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