The eighth face-to-face FP&A Board in Boston in October 2022 explored Extended Planning and Analysis (xP&A): why moving to xP&A is crucial, what xP&A is, how to implement it and with what methods.

Traditional planning methods are well known for extracting insights and steering business decisions in short-term and predictable environments. A more dynamic planning model can be achieved by implementing a more integrated approach to connect strategic planning, detailed forecasting, and operational execution.

Installing a planning tool early, regardless of the company's situation, is a good idea despite the investment required. Prioritising the proper criteria based on organisational needs using a checklist of standards will help compare all the different tools on the market to identify what suits the organisation best.

In October 2022, the International FP&A Board launched its face-to-face meetings in Austin and Miami. These were our 28th and 29th chapters globally.

In October 2022, the International FP&A Board restarted its face-to-face post-pandemic meeting in Brussels.

This digest issue comprises several case studies on FP&A transformation and practical insights on moving your maturity to the next level.

The journey towards reaching maturity is complex and will not happen overnight. That is why I am sharing with you our recent research paper with the best practices from senior practitioners on how organisations can transform from traditional to modern.

In this series of blogs, I’m looking at several areas that FP&A departments must address to add value to the organisations they serve in this technology-driven age. In this blog, I look at the changing nature of databases.

Without a doubt, artificial intelligence can improve the speed and quality of our work. To what extent is it valid for Financial Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting? This article provides an overview of the topics and cases presented and discussed by the expert panellists in the "Deploying AI/ML for Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting" webinar, as well as the results of our polling questions.

Watch this video to hear Richard’s key steps and tips to help you develop scenarios and take you through to successful implementation and review.

Learn more about how forecasts have changed after COVID and why combining financial and non-financial data is crucial from Ivo de Brouwer, Danone's Finance Director - Controlling Methodologies Worldwide.