Finance Meets Technology: Building Smarter Financial Systems with Shoma Sinha |The Cyber Savvy Woman| EP 131

In this episode of The Cyber Savvy Woman, Rachele Schanker sits down with Shoma Sinha, founder of Vikara, for an insightful conversation about the intersection of finance, technology, and business growth. Drawing on her experience in global banking, financial leadership, and ERP transformation, Shoma shares how modern finance teams can move beyond spreadsheets to build smarter, more agile systems that support better decision-making. Together, Rachele and Shoma explore what financial transformation really means, why growing businesses often outgrow their existing processes, and how automation and AI are reshaping the future of finance. They discuss the importance of aligning people, processes, and technology, the growing role of cybersecurity in protecting financial systems, and why businesses should approach AI with a clear strategy rather than rushing to adopt every new tool. The conversation also touches on entrepreneurship, building credibility as a founder, and the unique challenges of leading a business at the intersection of finance and technology. Shoma shares practical advice for business owners looking to modernize their operations while staying focused on long-term growth and resilience. Whether you're scaling a business, navigating digital transformation, or curious about how AI is changing the finance landscape, this episode offers valuable insights on building stronger systems, making more informed decisions, and preparing your business for what's next. Connect with Shoma Sinha: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shoma-sinha-12b30148/