About | CMN Consulting

About CMN Consulting

CMN Consulting is a finance-focused consulting practice specialising in Power BI, AI, Finance Automation, and Analytics solutions.

We partner with finance leaders and organisations to implement solutions that reduce manual effort, streamline processes and improve efficiency while empowering organisations to make data-driven decisions.

CMN Consulting is led by a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) and active CFO with extensive experience in financial reporting, management reporting, and financial management. This finance-first foundation ensures that every solution is built with integrity, relevance, and trust in the numbers.

We support organisations across different stages of their analytics, BI, and AI journey, including building data awareness and literacy, establishing Power BI capabilities, automating complex reporting environments, and enabling self-service analytics.

Our Approach

At CMN Consulting, our approach is grounded in building cost effective solutions that deliver sustainable value.

We focus on implementing solutions that work, avoiding shortcuts and unnecessary complexity. We invest time in understanding business requirements, finance processes, systems, and team capabilities to ensure solutions are fit for purpose and aligned to organisational needs.

A strong emphasis is placed on knowledge transfer and team enablement, ensuring clients can confidently own, maintain, and extend the solutions implemented.

Our Expertise and Experience

Our principal consultant is a qualified chartered accountant (CA(SA) and ACMA (UK)) with over 20 years of finance experience across multiple sectors. He has successfully implemented Power BI solutions for Management Accounts, Procurement, Registration and Admissions, and Payroll—all widely adopted across a large enterprise.

Professional Qualifications and Certifications

✓ CA(SA) - Chartered Accountant
✓ ACMA (UK) - Associate Chartered Management Accountant
✓ Microsoft Certified Data Analyst
✓ CFI BIDA® - Business Intelligence & Data Analyst
✓ Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis

CFO with hands-on experience implementing and managing the same solutions we help clients build. This practical perspective ensures our solutions work in real-world environments.

Experience Highlights

✓ Leadership of finance and digital transformation initiatives
✓ Implementation of Finance BI and Finance Automation solutions in complex ERP environments
✓ Automation of financial, management, and executive reporting
✓ Delivery of Power BI solutions and training to finance teams from beginner to advanced levels

Privacy Policy & Data Protection

1. Introduction

CMN Consulting ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you interact with our website, services, or communicate with us.

This policy complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa and other applicable data protection laws.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address
Business Information: Company name, job title, and business requirements
Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, and feedback you send to us
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data
Marketing Preferences: Your consent to receive marketing communications

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

To respond to your inquiries and provide our consulting services
To communicate with you about our services, projects, and engagements
To send you marketing communications (only with your explicit consent)
To improve our website and services
To comply with legal obligations and protect our legitimate business interests
To process and manage service bookings and consultations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

Consent: When you explicitly agree to receive marketing communications
Contract Performance: To fulfill our obligations in providing services to you
Legitimate Interests: To operate and improve our business, respond to inquiries, and maintain client relationships
Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, destruction, or alteration. Your data is stored securely and retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

We use reputable third-party service providers (such as Formspree for form submissions) that comply with data protection standards. However, we cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted over the internet.

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

With your explicit consent
To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests
With trusted service providers who assist in operating our website and business (under strict confidentiality agreements)
To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our clients

7. Your Rights

Under POPIA and applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
Objection: Object to processing of your personal information for specific purposes
Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

8. Marketing Communications

We will only send you marketing communications (newsletters, service updates, insights) if you have explicitly consented to receive them. You can opt-out at any time by:

Clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email
Contacting us directly at mnhiwatiwa@cmnconsulting.co.za

Please note that even if you opt-out of marketing communications, we may still contact you regarding service-related matters, bookings, or in response to your inquiries.

9. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic. We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

CMN Consulting

Email: mnhiwatiwa@cmnconsulting.co.za

Phone: 083 602 7712

Location: South Africa

Last Updated: January 2025

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