This year’s FP&A Trends Survey draws on responses from 459 finance professionals across industries and regions and dives into the core elements that define modern Financial Planning and Analysis — from Integrated Financial Planning and Analysis and Scenario Management to data, technology, and team capabilities.

In this article, explore how FP&A professionals can turn the AI boom into a strategic advantage by combining smart tools with human judgment to drive business impact.

In this article, discover how FP&A can lead a smarter, AI-enabled cost optimisation strategy that moves beyond outdated cost-cutting tactics.

Drawing on insights from over 270 International FP&A Board meetings worldwide, annual FP&A Trends Survey data, the work of the global AI FP&A Committee, interviews with senior finance leaders, and real-world case studies from companies like Microsoft, Vodafone, the Financial Times, and others, this paper offers a practical guide for finance professionals looking to lead in the AI era. Its focus is not just what AI can do, but how FP&A can apply it with purpose.

This article explores how leading finance teams are rethinking JIT, adopting AI scenario planning, and doubling down on business partnering to navigate unprecedented volatility.

In this article, discover how Agentic AI is revolutionising FP&A by automating forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis for smarter, faster, and more strategic decision-making.