In this episode of the CFO Strategy Brief Series, we explore a critical shift for finance leaders: moving beyond digitising old processes to architecting AI‑enabled Corporate Collaborative Systems – a foundational design for the corporation of the future. Imagine a business ecosystem that senses weak signals, reallocates capital dynamically, and collaborates across partners, customers, and even competitors. For CFOs, this is not science fiction; it’s an emerging reality. We unpack why traditional digital transformation is no longer enough, how AI becomes the nervous system of collaborative ecosystems, and what practical steps CFOs can take to finance, govern, and scale these intelligent systems. If you’re ready to move from explaining the past to shaping the future, this episode is for you.

This series is designed for Chief Financial Officers and senior leaders who want to master the art of managing a strategy system—not just a plan. We explore the principles of Third Wave Strategy (www.csosandbox.com), a forward-thinking approach that transforms strategy into a continuous, enterprise-wide capability. The content is equally valuable for corporate executives, consultants, and advisors.

Why Listen?

• Learn how to build a living strategy system that adapts and regenerates.
• Discover practical tools and frameworks for managing complexity and uncertainty.
• Gain insights from research and real-world applications through our Strategic Management Institute and CSOsandbox platform.

Supporting this journey is stratāgaia (www.phsandl.com/strategicintelligence), our Power BI-based strategy app . It’s not just a dashboard—it’s a dynamic, enterprise-wide BI platform that brings strategy to life, enabling leaders to visualise, monitor, and steer strategic performance in real time.

Additional Resources

• Video Bites: Watch short, actionable insights on our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwW1QK_4P31MtXyYGmJOyUg.

In this episode, we explore how Systemic Cognitive Strategy Practice (SCSP) enables leaders to apply multiple forms of thinking—prospection, inspection, retrospection, and more—simultaneously. Rather than working in isolation, these modes interconnect through feedback loops, creating a dynamic, regenerative approach to strategy. We discuss practical ways to implement this, from leveraging AI for parallel processing to structuring collaborative sessions that reduce cognitive load. Discover why this integrated approach is not only feasible but a competitive edge in volatile markets.

This series is designed for Chief Financial Officers and senior leaders who want to master the art of managing a strategy system—not just a plan. We explore the principles of Third Wave Strategy (www.csosandbox.com), a forward-thinking approach that transforms strategy into a continuous, enterprise-wide capability. The content is equally valuable for corporate executives, consultants, and advisors.

Why Listen?

• Learn how to build a living strategy system that adapts and regenerates.
• Discover practical tools and frameworks for managing complexity and uncertainty.
• Gain insights from research and real-world applications through our Strategic Management Institute and CSOsandbox platform.

Supporting this journey is stratāgaia (www.phsandl.com/strategicintelligence), our Power BI-based strategy app . It’s not just a dashboard—it’s a dynamic, enterprise-wide BI platform that brings strategy to life, enabling leaders to visualise, monitor, and steer strategic performance in real time.

Additional Resources

• Video Bites: Watch short, actionable insights on our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwW1QK_4P31MtXyYGmJOyUg.

In this episode we explore how Enterprise Strategic Performance Management (ESPM) is transforming the role of the most trusted adviser to the CEO, the CFO’, from financial overseer to strategic leader. As organisations face increasing complexity and ambiguity, CFOs are stepping into the role of Strategy Navigators—guiding corporate strategy with data-driven insight, cross-functional alignment, and a renewed focus on long-term value creation. Tune in to explore how this shift is reshaping strategic thinking across the enterprise.

This series is designed for Chief Financial Officers and senior leaders who want to master the art of managing a strategy system—not just a plan. We explore the principles of Third Wave Strategy (www.csosandbox.com), a forward-thinking approach that transforms strategy into a continuous, enterprise-wide capability. The content is equally valuable for corporate executives, consultants, and advisors.

Why Listen?

• Learn how to build a living strategy system that adapts and regenerates.
• Discover practical tools and frameworks for managing complexity and uncertainty.
• Gain insights from research and real-world applications through our Strategic Management Institute and CSOsandbox platform.

Supporting this journey is stratāgaia (www.phsandl.com/strategicintelligence), our Power BI-based strategy app . It’s not just a dashboard—it’s a dynamic, enterprise-wide BI platform that brings strategy to life, enabling leaders to visualise, monitor, and steer strategic performance in real time.

Additional Resources

• Video Bites: Watch short, actionable insights on our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwW1QK_4P31MtXyYGmJOyUg.