A long-running domestic political battle over controversial judicial reforms receded into irrelevance on October 7, the date on which Hamas militants based in the Gaza Strip launched a coordinated assault on mostly civilian targets inside Israel that resulted in more than 1,100 deaths and the capture of more than 250 hostages. Under the direction of a special war Cabinet that includes Benny Gantz, a former head of the IDF and the leader of the opposition National Unity, which joined an expanded emergency government, Israel initiated a scorched-earth ground invasion inside Gaza in late October.

🎙️ In this episode, we dive deep into the vital role credit managers play within their organizations. Discover how making your voices heard can lead to significant improvements and drive success!

Job satisfaction is the key driver of positive results. If an employee likes their job and all it has to offer them, they will stay loyal to the company. But job satisfaction can be broken down into many layers—and what one employee puts at the top of their list could be completely opposite of their colleague.

Notarization ensures the authenticity and integrity of important documents, preventing potential fraud and forgery. With the advent of electronic notarization (or e-notarization), organizations can now have documents notarized in a more efficient, secure and convenient manner. Why it matters: Understanding and implementing e-notarization can streamline the authentication process for vital construction credit documents, enhancing efficiency and reducing potential delays in project timelines.

Automation is at its all-time high across industries. B2B credit departments are considering implementing new technology and tools to better service their customers. Whether through ACH payments, online payment portals or the help of AI, credit professionals must know the most effective ways to use automation to their advantage.

Whether it’s about the latest technology or providing a thorough understanding of their terms and conditions, credit professionals are always striving to keep their customers well-informed and educated. Why it matters: Counseling or educating your customers not only shows that you value them, but it enhances trust, business performance and professional reputation. What they’re saying: Counseling or educating customers during the onboarding process is vital, as it shapes the customer relationship and future credit decisions. Brittany Yvon, CBA, CICP, credit manager at OMG, Inc. (Agawam…

More than 50 years ago, NACM leader and visionary O.D. Glaus founded NACM’s six-level Professional Certification Program, in which credit professionals can gain the knowledge and expertise in the field of B2B credit. A program that not only equips trade creditors for the demands of their role but launches them towards unparalleled success.

NACM’s Professional Certification Program provides all credit professionals—whether early staged or seasoned ones, education to explore the role of credit even deeper.