Global Analysis

Commenting on the juxtaposition of fintechs and factors in the receivables finance industry, Michael Bickers acknowledged that traditional factors are well trusted, but noted that fintechs are quickly closing in on this advantage. He said: "factors need to ensure that they understand the rapid changes and developments that are taking place in this now challenging environment".

Commenting on the future of the ABFA within the EU Federation, Erik Timmermans said: 'ABFA, together with IFG, is the founding father of the EU Federation initiative and it would be very sad to see them leave. On the other hand, considering the focus of the EU Federation on EU regulation, this only offers value to associations in EU member states.

Commenting on the Supply Chain Finance Summit, Lionel Taylor, Managing Director at Trade Advisory Network, said that the Summit reflected 'One of the best agendas', and contained 'a good contingent of treasurers which changed the nature of the debate'.

Basel 3 and securitisation: is a new approach needed and possible?

Cornelius Cavendish takes a look at how credit insurance use is becoming more widespread in the receivables finance industry

Bert Goldberg, executive director of the International Factoring Association, explains his organisation's latest survey of factoring performance and operational trends

Association makes available survey of factoring performance and operating practices

Chris Fulman, vice president of business development, FGI Finance, takes a look at how mid-sized companies can succeed in the evolving world of cross-border financing

David Helmes, senior vice president of FGI Capital, outlines what a small finance company needs to be aware of before it can really start to flourish

Michael Bickers, Managing Director, BCR Publishing, agrees with Igor Zax on the importance of looking back at the history of modern supply chains; and also comments on the potential marketing uses of direct consequential analysis.