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Compliance
Everything you need to know about AMLD6
The 6th AML Directive aims to establish European frameworks and introduce consistent, deterrent penalties for all member states. This blog explains what will change compared with AMLD5.
Credit Risk Management
grid-barometer-april
With 192 bankruptcies, March 2021 is the month with the most bankruptcies in year 2021. This is a 44% increase compared to February.
Data Analytics
The secret behind our annually improving scores
Data Scientist Joris Peeters reveals the secrets behind our adaptive scorecards. How can we obtain reliable scores in economically unstable times? Joris discusses these and more trending topics around business data.
Data Analytics
The March 2021 Barometer: Number of bankruptcies remains low
Notable this month are the high number of bankruptcies in the Construction (building contractors) and Business Services industries.
Data Analytics
Faillissementen februari 2021
In these extraordinary times, it is very important to keep track of the financial health of your buyers and suppliers. The barometer shows current bankruptcies on a monthly basis.
Data Analytics
6 FAQs about the impact of data in times of economic uncertainty
By identifying the list of business partners at risk, we can help proactively mitigate business risks. Even in these times.
Master Data Management
Data Blocks: only data that is valuable to you, in the exact place where it is relevant to you
Configure your own data. Whether you want to use it for compliance, sales, marketing, supply or finance
Master Data Management
How to create an effective Master Data Management strategy for Microsoft Dynamics
Setting up a Master Data Management strategy for in 5 steps
Credit Risk Management
Nine tips for prudent business owners in perilous times
Even your regular supplier or loyal customers may find themselves in dire straits tomorrow. These uncertain times demand a more thoughtful way of doing business. In this article, we give you nine practical tips.
Master Data Management
Podcast: The Value of Master Data Management
In order to get the most out of your data, solid Master Data Management is needed. But how are you going to approach this? In this podcast we tell you all about it.
Credit Risk Management
Uncertain times? Here's how to control risk
Wie van je zakenpartners begint financieel te wankelen? Welke klanten krijgen binnenkort moeite met betalen? Wie dit weet, kan in deze onzekere tijden toch met een gerust hart zakendoen. De uitgebreide database van Altares Dun & Bradstreet biedt je precies dit inzicht.
Compliance
The UBO and the UBO register: What were the rules again?
Not everyone wants to be identified as a UBO. Criminals, for example, are actually deliberately using the non-transparency of corporate entities to hide the true purpose of the organization. Read everything about UBO's and the UBO register in this blog.

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Did a promising lead come in? Good for you! But now it's time to make some business decisions. Are you going to accept him as a customer? Can he buy on credit, and if so on what terms? When making these decisions, use our reliable business information, such as our credit risk data. Then you avoid doing business with companies that actually cannot meet their financial obligations. Read more.

Knowledge and understanding of your market is critical to your success. The Dun & Bradstreet Data Cloud is the largest of its kind and allows you to conduct comprehensive analysis, understand your market share and market penetration, and uncover growth opportunities.

How many companies are there actually within a particular region and how big are these companies? How many companies are active within a specific branch and how many people are employed there? You can quickly and easily make counts and selections in D&B's international companies database on the basis of many criteria. This gives you an insight into where you can best focus your efforts and where your chances of success are the greatest. Read More

By integrating our rich database into your ERP system, you can benefit in many ways. For example, you clean up and keep your data clean throughout your organization. You can validate and enrich your customer and prospect information directly from your business application. Current information becomes instantly accessible within your ERP and you can use it to automate your acceptance process and improve scoring model. Read more.

Almost 70% of Dutch BVs are linked via shares to another company in the Netherlands or internationally. More than 30% of Dutch BVs and NVs have a link to foreign companies. The Dun & Bradstreet Data Cloud is the most complete and reliable source for insight into the Dutch and foreign relationships of your business partners, ranging from small unknown companies to the largest multinationals with thousands of branches. Read more.

An initial check when selecting a supplier is not sufficient. It is then important to make all changes in risks transparent and to monitor them. This keeps you informed exactly how the risks in your total supply chain are developing. Only with this information can you correctly assess all risks within your portfolio. Read more.

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