This article provides a working model for businesses eager to transform a typical volume-intensive, cost-focused Shared Service Centre into a value-oriented COE. It also provides the reader with a detailed overview of the differences between these notions, a practical example of such a project and critical factors to consider before driving this transformation.
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This article outlines how an organisation could create a data-driven planning architecture and practical steps to foster the transition to data-driven insights.
The bullwhip effect is a significant concern for many manufacturers, distributors, and retailers, as it deals with fluctuations when one moves up the supply chain. In this article, the author outlines what it is and how FP&A teams can reduce the negative impact of this effect.
This article will define Strategic Planning and provide a demonstrative rationale to make it a major focus for all organisations. Additionally, this article will clearly outline the steps an organisation can take to develop a strategic plan and make it the basis for all planning.