In this blog series, the author provides a comprehensive approach to the design, construction, roll-out and maintenance of a modern driver-based planning solution. Here, he focuses on determining the decisions the model is to support and outlines why understanding the factors on which the decisions will be made is crucial.
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FP&A Insights is a collection of useful case studies from leading international companies and thought leadership insights from FP&A experts. We aim to help you keep track of the best practices in modern FP&A, recognise changes in the ever-evolving world of financial planning and analysis and be well equipped to deal with them.
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In this article, the author explains why AI/ML is not magic, even though some might think so. The interaction between the FP&A professionals and the AI/ML toolbox defines the success of the outcome. He also considers why FP&A professionals struggle with AI/ML.
The FP&A Business Partnering Maturity Model, developed by the International FP&A Board, evaluates an organisation's maturity in six dimensions of FP&A Business Partnering and enables them to create a transformation plan. By assessing their approach, knowledge, influence, skills, analytics, and technology, organisations can improve their FP&A capabilities and drive strategic decision-making.
FP&A can be pivotal in helping educate non-financial managers and facilitating a better understanding of financial implications. The responsibility of FP&A is to provide insights into operations that ultimately do have financial implications. Similarly, operations should seek out the counsel of FP&A.