Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Mazuma Capital: What will 2011 hold for Equipment Finance?
Mazuma Capital: What will 2011 hold for Equipment Finance?: "Looking towards 2011 we are asking a lot of questions. What will the equipment leasing industry do, how will it adapt? Will Money Come Back..."
Monday, November 29, 2010
Technology Leasing
Making investment decisions on technology can be a time consuming and painful experience. If the process of building consensus on a business case and analyzing all the vendors and products available in the marketplace takes too long, the business runs the risk that by the time a decision is made and the technology is implemented, market or regulatory changes will have occurred and the solution will be inadequate.
Based on the dramatic events of the last few years (not to mention pending changes in the way that leases will be accounted for beginning in the near future) leasing companies should start by looking at the flexibility of their systems and their ability to support change. The most flexible organizations, with capabilities to foster product and process innovation are able to better ensure success in the face of dynamic market and regulatory conditions. If nothing else, having weathered the latest storm, the survivors in the leasing industry should become more adept at responding to changing realities and improving their ability to evolve with the needs of the marketplace.
Based on the dramatic events of the last few years (not to mention pending changes in the way that leases will be accounted for beginning in the near future) leasing companies should start by looking at the flexibility of their systems and their ability to support change. The most flexible organizations, with capabilities to foster product and process innovation are able to better ensure success in the face of dynamic market and regulatory conditions. If nothing else, having weathered the latest storm, the survivors in the leasing industry should become more adept at responding to changing realities and improving their ability to evolve with the needs of the marketplace.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Proposed lease accounting practice changes
I recently read an article that discussed many concerns regarding the regulatory changes looming over the lease accounting project. Many companies have been writing comment letters to the FASB and IASB boards regarding the proposed changes, and how these changes will affect day to day business.
Big changes are on the horizon, but the need to change lease accounting methodologies, raises another question—should companies delay new technology investments? Many companies are unsure about how to proceed with new purchases. Should they continue to rely on existing systems that adequately work for their companies today? Is it too risky to invest in new technology during this period of uncertainty?
What is the right answer? It seems that companies must weigh the cost of no action. Companies must factor the cost in continuing to support and maintain disparate back office systems while they wait for this initiative to be firmly resolved. If companies delay the decision to make investments to update and/or integrate these systems, companies will face increased IT costs and critical data may not be consolidated and shared throughout their company. Waiting could therefore hinder crucial decision-making, causing them to confront a different kind of risk altogether.
New changes and methodologies will continue, as companies continue to grow and adjust around them. If we all sit and wait for outcomes we will miss out on a lot of business opportunities. Great companies seem to know how to gracefully embrace either outcome of proposed changes…a chameleon of sorts…ready to adapt and carry on.
Big changes are on the horizon, but the need to change lease accounting methodologies, raises another question—should companies delay new technology investments? Many companies are unsure about how to proceed with new purchases. Should they continue to rely on existing systems that adequately work for their companies today? Is it too risky to invest in new technology during this period of uncertainty?
What is the right answer? It seems that companies must weigh the cost of no action. Companies must factor the cost in continuing to support and maintain disparate back office systems while they wait for this initiative to be firmly resolved. If companies delay the decision to make investments to update and/or integrate these systems, companies will face increased IT costs and critical data may not be consolidated and shared throughout their company. Waiting could therefore hinder crucial decision-making, causing them to confront a different kind of risk altogether.
New changes and methodologies will continue, as companies continue to grow and adjust around them. If we all sit and wait for outcomes we will miss out on a lot of business opportunities. Great companies seem to know how to gracefully embrace either outcome of proposed changes…a chameleon of sorts…ready to adapt and carry on.
Friday, November 19, 2010
Strategic Partner Programs
In the current economy more and more middle market clients are being turned down when looking for equipment lease financing. New credit regulations present challenges that many banks are unable to overcome. Mazuma Capital is the solution for these challenges that you currently face.
Mazuma Capital invites you to take part in our exclusive Strategic Partner Program.
By forging a strategic partnership we will integrate our services as an extension of your current offerings. Mazuma will carry the risk that you currently cannot, greatly benefiting you and your clients.
For loan applications requesting loan amounts or other terms that are outside your traditional parameters, Mazuma Capital offers innovative flexible solutions that meet the budgetary needs and goals of your clients, making you a turnkey service provider.
Allow our team of experts to work with you to create a comprehensive approach to extend additional financing solutions to your clients. Together we can deliver leasing solutions that fit your client’s needs.
Email partners@mazumacapital.com
See more at Strategic Partner Programs
Mazuma Capital invites you to take part in our exclusive Strategic Partner Program.
By forging a strategic partnership we will integrate our services as an extension of your current offerings. Mazuma will carry the risk that you currently cannot, greatly benefiting you and your clients.
For loan applications requesting loan amounts or other terms that are outside your traditional parameters, Mazuma Capital offers innovative flexible solutions that meet the budgetary needs and goals of your clients, making you a turnkey service provider.
Allow our team of experts to work with you to create a comprehensive approach to extend additional financing solutions to your clients. Together we can deliver leasing solutions that fit your client’s needs.
Email partners@mazumacapital.com
See more at Strategic Partner Programs
Mazuma Capital Partners: ELFF: Equipment Finance Confidence Continues to Ri...
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Thursday, November 18, 2010
Mazuma Capital: Quantitiative Easing- Struggling to Make Sense of ...
Mazuma Capital: Quantitiative Easing- Struggling to Make Sense of ...: "What exactly is the point of quantitative easing? Two weeks after the U.S. Federal Reserve decided to buy $600 billion of government bonds, ..."
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